Flying from Colombo to Srinagar Sheikh ul Alam International Airport (SXR): What you need to know
Srinagar Sheikh ul Alam International Airport is located in Srinagar. The city's timezone is UTC+5:30 — the same as Colombo.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Colombo to SXR. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like February. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and up to four hours for international journeys. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to finalize your plans or simply relax.
Airports in Colombo
Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even explore a different city. When searching for cheap flights from Colombo to SXR departing from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Your journey might pause in:
Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
The journey from central Colombo to CMB takes about 50 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Colombo to Srinagar Sheikh ul Alam International Airport, these stays will put you a quick hop from check-in:
Of the departures from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport, 74% arrive on time at their destination.
About Srinagar Sheikh ul Alam International Airport (SXR)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Colombo to Srinagar Sheikh ul Alam International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SXR instead:
Getting from Srinagar Sheikh ul Alam International Airport (SXR) to central Srinagar
Central Srinagar is around 10 kilometres from Srinagar Sheikh ul Alam International Airport. Travel times by car hire or taxi will vary depending on time of day and traffic conditions, so do some research ahead of time.
It takes around 40 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo to Srinagar Sheikh ul Alam International Airport (SXR)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Colombo to Srinagar Sheikh ul Alam International Airport is $336. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $628. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Colombo to SXR. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Colombo to Srinagar Sheikh ul Alam International Airport tickets across the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Colombo to Srinagar Sheikh ul Alam International Airport.
The best time to fly from Colombo to Srinagar Sheikh ul Alam International Airport (SXR)
Picture the kind of break you want when planning the timing of your trip. October is the quietest month to go to Srinagar. June is when most people book flights from Colombo to Srinagar Sheikh ul Alam International Airport (SXR), which may be ideal if you're chasing more excitement.
The warmest month in Srinagar is July, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 28ºC. Book your Colombo to SXR plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Colombo to Srinagar Sheikh ul Alam International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -8ºC and 11ºC.
More about Srinagar
After booking your flight from Colombo to Srinagar Sheikh ul Alam International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Srinagar:
Natural beauty of kashmir and Shikara Ride are just the start of the top-rated attractions to put on your Srinagar must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at KASHMIR PLACES.
Explore more of India
Amritsar is just one of the many places in India waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Srinagar. Around 257 kilometres away to the south, top sights here include Golden Temple, Amritsar Heritage Walk & Golden Temple Tour and Amritsar Tourism.
If you're interested in discovering another side of India, head for Jammu, about 145 kilometres south of Srinagar. Kashmir Valley, Gulmarg and Vaishno Devi Mandir are key reasons to visit.