Travelling from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport (CMB) to Tiruchirapalli Airport (TRZ): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Tiruchirapalli Airport is 1 hour.
Colombo and Tiruchirapalli are in the same timezone, UTC+5:30.
You can choose from eight weekly Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Tiruchirapalli Airport flights. The 08:15 departure with SriLankan Airlines is the earliest flight available. SriLankan Airlines operates the last service of the day at 14:05.
To ensure you get on your CMB to TRZ flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Jetting into Tiruchirapalli (and then discovering more of India!) is a cinch with SriLankan Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Tiruchirapalli Airport.
SriLankan Airlines is the top choice for travellers on this route.
The most punctual carrier that operates CMB to TRZ flights is SriLankan Airlines. Its services land as planned 70.0% of the time.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Tiruchirapalli Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Top stopovers between CMB and TRZ include:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Bengaluru Airport
Chennai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport (CMB) to Tiruchirapalli Airport (TRZ)
Right now, $283 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Tiruchirapalli Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $488. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
To score cheap tickets from CMB to TRZ, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Tiruchirapalli Airport. If you need to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Tiruchirapalli Airport.
Handy information about Colombo Bandaranayake Airport (CMB)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Colombo Bandaranayake Airport, 69% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Colombo Bandaranayake Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Colombo. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of about 50 minutes when using public transport.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near CMB. Whether you've booked an early flight from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Tiruchirapalli Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Tiruchirapalli Airport (TRZ)
If you're coming in on a late Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Tiruchirapalli Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these hotels near TRZ:
When to fly to Tiruchirapalli Airport (TRZ)
The quietest month for a flight from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Tiruchirapalli Airport is March, while December is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Tiruchirapalli based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Tiruchirapalli Airport for April if you'd like to visit Tiruchirapalli during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 25ºC and 39ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CMB to TRZ in January. Average temperatures are between 19ºC and 31ºC then.
Explore more of India
Tiruchirapalli has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of India you'll want to see. Around 274 kilometres north-west of Tiruchirapalli, a visit to Bengaluru will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Meenakshi Temple, Museum of Art & Photography (MAP) and Sri Meenakshi Sundareshwara Temple.
Chennai is another standout destination in India and is around 306 kilometres north-east of Tiruchirapalli. No journey is complete without experiencing Meenakshi Temple, Marina beach and Marina Beach.
