Travelling from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport is 6 hours 15 minutes. Colombo's timezone is UTC+5:30, which makes Colombo 2 hours 30 minutes ahead of Jeddah.
Take your pick of 4 weekly flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport. The 12:55 departure with SriLankan Airlines is the earliest flight you can take between JED and CMB. SriLankan Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 20:30 if you're not into early starts.
Flying during a popular month like August? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
SriLankan Airlines runs direct flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Colombo — and maybe even more of Sri Lanka if time allows.
If you'd like to have a stopover for your flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' and check out your options. Here are the top stopovers between JED and CMB:
Kempegowda International Airport
King Fahd International Airport
Velana International Airport
Before reserving your cheap ticket from JED to CMB, check if you need a visa to enter Sri Lanka. Visa and travel document requirements may vary and are updated often. To get the latest information, get in touch with the nearest consulate or embassy of your destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport is R 2,354. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 6,323. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Book 8 months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from JED to CMB.
April is the cheapest month for tickets from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport. If you need to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
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Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport.
Handy information about King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
Central Jeddah to King Abdulaziz International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 21 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Have an early flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near JED:
Arriving at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CMB instead:
Getting from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to central Colombo
From Bandaranaike International Airport, Colombo is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 39 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 31 minutes.
When to fly to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Colombo. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Colombo, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC to 33ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from JED to CMB in January. Average temperatures are between 22ºC and 32ºC then.
More about Colombo
After booking your flights from JED to CMB, you'll need to find a place to stay in Colombo. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this top destination:
Gangaramaya Temple and Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall are just a couple of the top attractions to put on your Colombo to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Viharamahadevi Park.
Complete your Colombo trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Bandaranaike International Airport, discover the lowest prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one place to get the best car rental price for your Colombo escape.