Flying from Singapore to Colombo: what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering the departure point for your flight from Singapore to Colombo. Changi International Airport (SIN) and Seletar Airport (XSP) are Singapore's main airports.
Touch down at Colombo's major arrival point, Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB).
Around 3 hours 50 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct Singapore to Colombo flight.
Colombo is two hours 30 minutes behind Singapore and is in the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Changi International Airport (SIN) to {"defaultCase":"Bandaranaike International Airport","accusativeCase":"Bandaranaike International Airport","nominativeCase":"Bandaranaike International Airport","dativeCase":"Bandaranaike International Airport"} (CMB) is the busiest route. When searching for your flight from Singapore to Colombo, you can pick from 27 services a week between SIN and CMB.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to catch your Singapore to Colombo flight.
During popular months like April, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Singapore to Colombo
To secure cheap Singapore to Colombo flights, book your journey six months ahead of your departure.
September is the best month for nabbing an awesome deal on a plane ticket from Singapore to Colombo. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from Singapore to Colombo by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines by using the filters. Or sort your Singapore to Colombo flight results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'
Flying from Singapore
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Depart from Changi International Airport (SIN) on a nonstop flight from Singapore to Colombo. From SIN, you can fly straight to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB).
Popular carriers that offer direct Singapore to Colombo plane tickets from SIN include:
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your Singapore to Colombo flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Changi International Airport. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Chennai Airport (MAA)
Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
Travelling from central Singapore to SIN takes around 1 hour on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Singapore to Colombo? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near Changi International Airport:
68.95% of flights taking off from Changi International Airport reach their destination on time.
Arriving in Colombo
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
The distance from Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) to central Colombo is approximately 13 kilometres. It takes about 40 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to CMB if you're coming in on a late flight from Singapore to Colombo. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is roughly 27 kilometres from the centre of Colombo. Once you've disembarked your flight from Singapore to Colombo, it'll take you approximately 40 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 1 hour 30 minutes or so.
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or waiting in a long cab line. 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.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Booking your ride from CMB two weeks in advance often means more savings and a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Colombo
Travel to Singapore in high season if you want a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book flights from Singapore to Singapore in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Book a Singapore to Colombo ticket departing in March if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Colombo to range from 24ºC to 33ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 22ºC and 32ºC. Search for cheap flights from Singapore to Colombo around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Colombo
Once you've booked your flight from Singapore to Colombo, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Colombo:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Gangaramaya Temple, Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall and Viharamahadevi Park are must-do's during your Colombo adventure.
Explore more of Sri Lanka
Moratuwa is just one of the many places in Sri Lanka waiting to be explored after you've experienced Colombo. Around 18 kilometres to the south, popular attractions include Boat House, Angulana Beach and Dilmah Conservation One Earth Arboretum.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of Sri Lanka, head for Jaffna, about 306 kilometres north of Colombo. Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library are the start of reasons to visit.
