Flying from Colombo to Antananarivo Ivato International Airport (TNR): What you need to know
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is Colombo's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Colombo to Antananarivo Ivato International Airport (TNR) jetting off from here.
Antananarivo is two hours 30 minutes behind Colombo. Antananarivo Ivato International Airport is located in Antananarivo, which is in the UTC+3 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Colombo to TNR. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
If you're flying during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in Colombo
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)
Located around 16 kilometres from the centre of Colombo, RML can be reached in about 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Colombo Ratmalana Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Colombo to Antananarivo Ivato International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Squeeze in an extra adventure with a stopover on your flight from Colombo to Antananarivo Ivato International Airport. Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is a great option between Bandaranaike International Airport and TNR.
You can reach CMB from the centre of Colombo in approximately 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to travel the 32 kilometres or so.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Bandaranaike International Airport the day before your Colombo to TNR flight:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Bandaranaike International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 75.71%.
About Antananarivo Ivato International Airport (TNR)
Have a late flight from Colombo to Antananarivo Ivato International Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Check in to one of these hotels near TNR and fast-forward to bedtime:
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Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle around one week before your Colombo to Antananarivo Ivato International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo to Antananarivo Ivato International Airport (TNR)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Colombo to Antananarivo Ivato International Airport is ₹ 40,826. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ₹ 82,684. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Colombo to TNR. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Colombo to Antananarivo Ivato International Airport tickets across the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from Colombo to Antananarivo Ivato International Airport (TNR)
August is the busiest month for flights from Colombo to Antananarivo Ivato International Airport (TNR). Visit Antananarivo in February if you'd rather avoid peak season.
The warmest month in Antananarivo is November, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your Colombo to TNR flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Search for cheap tickets from Colombo to Antananarivo Ivato International Airport in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC and 21ºC.
More about Antananarivo
Once you've booked your flight from Colombo to Antananarivo Ivato International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Antananarivo:
Your trip to Antananarivo should come with a bit of sightseeing. Highlights you won't want to miss include Royal Palace, Andafiavaratra Palace and Tsimbazaza Zoo.
Explore more of Madagascar
You've done Antananarivo, now it's time to discover other parts of Madagascar. Travel around 129 kilometres south to Antsirabe to check off its leading attractions. From Our Lady of La Salette to Cathedral and Andranovisy, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Fianarantsoa is another must-experience destination in Madagascar and is around 290 kilometres south of Antananarivo. No trip is complete without dropping by Andrainjato Fianarantsoa, Natural pool and Jardin Botanique Anosy.
