Travelling from Charlotte Douglas Airport (CLT) to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport (CMB): what you need to know
The timezone in Colombo is UTC+5:30, which is ten hours 30 minutes ahead of Charlotte.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to catch your CLT to CMB flight.
Travelling during a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd love to discover a new city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Charlotte Douglas Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' London Heathrow Airport is a popular stop between CLT and CMB.
How to find the cheapest flights from Charlotte Douglas Airport (CLT) to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport (CMB)
Right now, $1,050 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Charlotte Douglas Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $2,527. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from CLT to CMB if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Charlotte Douglas Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from CLT to CMB.
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Handy information about Charlotte Douglas Airport (CLT)
CLT's address is 5501 Josh Birmingham Parkway.
Of the flights that depart from Charlotte Douglas Airport, 79% land on time at their destination.
Central Charlotte to Charlotte Douglas Airport is approximately 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
The journey on public transport usually takes 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from Charlotte Douglas Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to CLT:
Arriving at Colombo Bandaranayake Airport (CMB)
If you're getting in on a late Charlotte Douglas Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near CMB:
Travel at your own pace with a Colombo Bandaranayake Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion or Sixt and chase adventure across Colombo and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport about two weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport (CMB) to central Colombo
Colombo Bandaranayake Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from central Colombo. The drive time takes about 40 minutes.
Getting there by public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
When to fly to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport (CMB)
August is the busiest month for flights from Charlotte Douglas Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Colombo in March.
Lock in your flight from Charlotte Douglas Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport for March if you want to go to Colombo during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 33ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 22ºC and 32ºC. Look for cheap tickets from CLT to CMB sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.