Travelling from Tiruchirapalli International Airport (TRZ) to Colombo: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Tiruchirapalli International Airport to Colombo is 1 hour.
Colombo's timezone is UTC+5:30, which is the same as Tiruchirapalli (the location of Tiruchirapalli International Airport).
Tiruchirapalli International Airport (TRZ) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is the most popular route, with eight weekly departures to pick from. You can travel from TRZ to CMB at 10:15 with SriLankan Airlines.
Leave plenty of time to catch your TRZ to Colombo flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Begin your trip at TRZ and fly nonstop to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB). That's where you can expect to land when searching for Tiruchirapalli International Airport to Colombo tickets.
Check out the offers from SriLankan Airlines. This airline operates direct flights from Tiruchirapalli International Airport to Colombo.
TRZ is about 3 kilometres from central Tiruchirapalli. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a hotel close to TRZ? If you're boarding an early flight from Tiruchirapalli International Airport to Colombo, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Of all flights leaving Tiruchirapalli International Airport, 70.17% arrive on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tiruchirapalli International Airport (TRZ) to Colombo
$187 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Tiruchirapalli International Airport to Colombo flight. A round-trip ticket right now is $410. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Book two months before your departure date. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from TRZ to Colombo.
June is the best month for nabbing an incredible deal on Tiruchirapalli International Airport to Colombo tickets. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Airports in Colombo
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) to the centre of Colombo takes about 40 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 16 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 1 hour 15 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Tiruchirapalli International Airport to Colombo. Stay at one of these accommodation options near RML instead:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
After your flight from Tiruchirapalli International Airport to Colombo has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in around 40 minutes by car. Central Colombo is roughly 32 kilometres from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB).
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 1 hour 30 minutes or so.
Following your TRZ to Colombo flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to CMB. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion or Sixt and get going in the blink of an eye.
Snap up a deal by reserving your ride from CMB two weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Colombo
Plan your trip to Colombo during peak season if you want a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book flights from Tiruchirapalli International Airport to Colombo in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Before booking a Tiruchirapalli International Airport to Colombo plane ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. March is the warmest month in Colombo, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 33ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from TRZ to Colombo in January when temperatures average between 22ºC and 32ºC.
More about Colombo
Start your Colombo trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Tiruchirapalli International Airport to Colombo, check out our range of accommodation options including:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall, Gangaramaya Temple and Viharamahadevi Park are must-do's during your Colombo adventure.
Explore more of Sri Lanka
Colombo has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Sri Lanka waiting to be explored. About 306 kilometres north of Colombo, a visit to Jaffna will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library.
Around 241 kilometres north-east of Colombo, Trincomalee is another essential stop in Sri Lanka. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Koneswaram Temple, Fort Frederick and Marble Beach.