Travelling from Colombo to Larnaca International Airport (LCA): What you need to know
Colombo's main base, Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), is where many unforgettable trips begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Colombo to Larnaca International Airport (LCA).
Larnaca International Airport is located in Larnaca. The city follows the UTC+2 timezone and is three hours 30 minutes behind Colombo.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from Colombo to LCA.
Planning to travel during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Colombo
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)
The journey from central Colombo to RML takes around 1 hour 15 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Colombo to Larnaca International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near Colombo Ratmalana Airport:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Add a little extra to your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Colombo to Larnaca International Airport. Here's where you can connect between Bandaranaike International Airport and LCA:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
CMB is around 32 kilometres from central Colombo. It'll take you 40 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your Colombo to LCA flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Bandaranaike International Airport:
Bandaranaike International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 75.71%. This figure gives an insight into how often flights that leave from this airport land at their destination on schedule.
About Larnaca International Airport (LCA)
Book a hotel close to LCA if you have a late flight from Colombo to Larnaca International Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and be in bed in no time flat:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Larnaca International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Get Your Car, Aercar or 7777 Rent to explore Larnaca and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Colombo to Larnaca International Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo to Larnaca International Airport (LCA)
$535 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Colombo to Larnaca International Airport. Return flights start at $996. These prices can change based on availability.
To pick up cheap flights from Colombo to LCA, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Colombo to Larnaca International Airport (LCA)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Colombo to Larnaca International Airport (LCA). July is when most people visit Larnaca. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, go in February.
The warmest month in Larnaca is August, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC and 36ºC. Lock in your Colombo to LCA flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Colombo to Larnaca International Airport in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC and 19ºC.
More about Larnaca
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Larnaca right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from Colombo to Larnaca International Airport:
Your trip to Larnaca should come with a bit of sightseeing. Big-name attractions that should be on your list include Sunset point, Mackenzie Beach and Old Turkish Quarter (Skala).
Explore more of Cyprus
You've visited Larnaca, now it's time to explore more of Cyprus. Travel about 113 kilometres west to Paphos to check off its top sights. From House of Dionysos to Paphos Mosaics and Pafos, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 105 kilometres west of Larnaca, Emba is another favourite stop in Cyprus. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Panagia Chryseleoussa Church, Cyprus College of Art and Memorial Monuments Of Empa's Heroes.