Flying from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB): what you need to know
Guwahati and Colombo are both in the UTC+5:30 timezone. That means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Give yourself enough time to catch your GAU to CMB flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as February, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
If you want to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between GAU and CMB:
Kempegowda International Airport
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport
Chennai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Currently, ₹ 15,214 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ₹ 32,521. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from GAU to CMB. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when looking for a flight from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport.
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Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport.
Handy information about Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU)
71.9% of flights that leave from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport land at their destination on time.
To reach Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport from central Guwahati, it'll take about 30 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Searching for a handy hotel close to GAU? If you've booked an early flight from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
If you're getting in on a late Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near CMB:
Grab a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car and explore Colombo and beyond with your own set of wheels. Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion and Sixt are popular outlets you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Bandaranaike International Airport about two weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to central Colombo
Bandaranaike International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from central Colombo. The drive time takes about 40 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour 30 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport. February is the most popular month to visit Colombo. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport for March if you'd like to explore Colombo during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 33ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from GAU to CMB in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC and 32ºC on average.
Explore more of Sri Lanka
Moratuwa is just one of the many places in Sri Lanka waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Colombo. Around 18 kilometres away to the south, popular attractions include Boat House, Angulana Beach and Dilmah Conservation One Earth Arboretum.
If there's time to check out another side of Sri Lanka, consider Jaffna, about 306 kilometres north of Colombo. Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library are among the biggest draws.
