Travelling from Newcastle International Airport (NCL) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB): what you need to know
Colombo is five hours 30 minutes ahead of Newcastle and is in the UTC+5:30 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your NCL to CMB flight.
During popular months such as June, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Newcastle International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between NCL and CMB:
Frankfurt Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Newcastle International Airport (NCL) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
At the moment, $1,033 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Newcastle International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $1,623. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from NCL to CMB, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when looking for a flight from Newcastle International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport.
Save time looking for cheap flights from NCL to CMB by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Newcastle International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport.
Handy information about Newcastle International Airport (NCL)
71.29% of flights that take off from Newcastle International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Central Newcastle to Newcastle International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 30 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Newcastle International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near NCL:
Arriving at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Book a hotel near CMB if you're catching a late Newcastle International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion or Sixt and chase adventure across Colombo and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Bandaranaike International Airport about two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to central Colombo
Bandaranaike International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from central Colombo. The drive time takes around 40 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour 30 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
The quietest month for a flight from Newcastle International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport is April, while February is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Colombo based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Newcastle International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport for March if you'd like to go to Colombo during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 33ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 22ºC and 32ºC. Search for cheap tickets from NCL to CMB sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Sri Lanka
You've done Colombo, now it's time to discover other parts of Sri Lanka. Travel around 18 kilometres south to Moratuwa to tick off its leading attractions. From Boat House to Angulana Beach and Dilmah Conservation One Earth Arboretum, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in Sri Lanka, consider Jaffna, about 306 kilometres north of Colombo. Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library are key highlights.