Flight tickets from Tiruchirapalli to Colombo

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What you need to know before flying from Trichy to Colombo?

Airport information

Departure

Trichy (Trichy) International Airport (TRZ)

Trichy, Tamil Nadu, INDIA

Arrival

Colombo Bandaranaike Airport (CMB)

Canada Friendship Rd, Katunayake 11450, Sri Lanka

Ratmalana Airport (RML)

Ratmalana, Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia, Colombo, Western Province, Sri Lanka

Colombo Airports have direct flights from as many as 9-10 cities, and connecting flights from other Indian cities as well. See list here.

Travelling to Trichy airport

• Trichy International Airport lies to the south of the city, 4 km away.
• Travellers can take metered and prepaid cabs, trains and buses to get from anywhere in the city to the airport.

Travelling from Colombo airports

• Colombo airports are located thus from the city centre – Bandaranayke (32 km north), Ratmalana (17 km south).
• Travellers can get from the airport to the city on taxis, private cars, and buses.
• They can also rent cars. See here and here.

Facilities at Trichy and Colombo airports

• Trichy Airport has VIP lounges, snack bars and restaurants, currency exchange and forex services, medical assistance, info desk and communication centre.
• Colombo airports have spas, lounges, cafés and restaurants, duty-free shops, currency exchange and forex services, banks and ATMs, etc.

Tips on how to make the best out of your flight journey from Trichy to Colombo

The average flight time from Trichy to Colombo is 1h, via direct flights. Colombo not only makes for a great destination for a short vacation, but is affordable as well. Check out the top things to do in this charming city.

Time Difference between Trichy and Colombo

There is no time difference between Trichy, India, and Colombo, Sri Lanka.

Weather in Colombo

The best times to visit Colombo are the months of December-January and July-September. The temperature is around 29-30 degrees Celsius, the season is dry with less rains, and the sunshine makes for a great companion for outdoor exploration.

Exchange rate

1 Indian Rupee (INR) equals 2.36 Sri Lankan Rupees (LKR). See more here.

Cost of living in Colombo

Transport prices in Colombo: A taxi from airport to city centre costs LKR 2,500-3,000, a bus for the same route costs LKR 110-120, and a 3 km tuk-tuk ride within the city costs LKR 150-200. Budget meals cost around LKR 270-1,500, a 0.7L bottle of beer costs LKR 240-400 and the Kottu Rotti, a popular local dish, costs LKR 200-350.

Mode of payments accepted in Colombo

Colombo is still largely a cash economy, and travellers will need cash for almost everything. Credit cards will be accepted only at the 4/5-star hotels and resorts. Tip: Do not exchange currency at the airport – do it in the city. Colombo has some of the best exchange rates.

Best places for your first meal in Colombo

Famous local dishes include Lamprais, Polos, Sambol and Rice, Dhal Curry, Kottu Rotti, Hoppers of all kinds – string, egg, meat, etc. – and all sorts of fish curries and rice. Good food can be found just about anywhere. Head to areas such as the Fort Area, the districts of Colombo 06 and 07 for the best food.

Documents required to travel from Trichy to Colombo

Passengers travelling from Trichy to Colombo must carry all the documents listed below

• Valid Passport
• Valid Visa
• Return flight tickets (sometimes asked by the immigration depending on your visa type)

Major airlines that operate from Trichy to Colombo

Jet Airways flights to Colombo, Air India flights to Colombo, SriLankan Airlines flights to Colombo