Flying from Mexico City to Colombo: what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering the departure point for your flight from Mexico City to Colombo. Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) and Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU) are the main airports in Mexico City.
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is the primary arrival point in Colombo.
The timezone in Colombo is UTC+5:30, which is 11 hours 30 minutes ahead of Mexico City.
Give yourself enough time to make your Mexico City to Colombo flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Colombo
Booking in advance is often the key to locking in a cheap Mexico City to Colombo flight. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest plane tickets from Mexico City to Colombo across the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Flying from Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and possibly even explore a different city. When searching for Mexico City to Colombo flights leaving from Benito Juarez International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Located around 6 kilometres from the centre of Mexico City, MEX can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near Benito Juarez International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Mexico City to Colombo, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Benito Juarez International Airport has a strong on-time performance, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from MEX touch down on schedule 80.91% of the time.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Mexico City to NLU in around 1 hour 45 minutes. The airport is roughly 32 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 55 minutes.
Relax before your flight from {"defaultCase":"Mexico City","accusativeCase":"Mexico City","nominativeCase":"Mexico City","dativeCase":"Mexico City"} to Colombo by checking in to a hotel near Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport. Verticca Hotel is one option where you can roll out of bed and get to the airport with time to spare.
67.58% of flights leaving Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
Arriving in Colombo
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) is approximately 13 kilometres from central Colombo. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 40 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Mexico City to Colombo. Reserve one of these accommodation options near CMB instead:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is around 27 kilometres from central Colombo. After your flight from Mexico City to Colombo, it'll take you approximately 40 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
Travelling by public transport will take approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or long cab queues. Pick up a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Compare availability and rates from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion and Sixt.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Booking your ride from CMB two weeks ahead of time often means more savings and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Colombo
Visit Mexico City in high season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book flights from Mexico City to Mexico City in the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
Lock in a Mexico City to Colombo ticket departing in March if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Colombo to range from 24ºC to 33ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 22ºC and 32ºC. Search for cheap flights from Mexico City to Colombo around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Colombo
Start your Colombo trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Mexico City to Colombo, explore our selection of hotels including:
Gangaramaya Temple and Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall are just a couple of the big attractions to add to your Colombo itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Viharamahadevi Park.
Explore more of Sri Lanka
Colombo is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Sri Lanka just waiting to be discovered. About 18 kilometres south of Colombo, a visit to Moratuwa will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Boat House, Angulana Beach and Dilmah Conservation One Earth Arboretum.
Jaffna is another standout destination in Sri Lanka and is around 306 kilometres north of Colombo. No trip is complete without seeing Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library.
