Travelling from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Colombo: what you need to know
Milano Malpensa Airport is located in Milan. Based in the UTC+5:30 timezone, Colombo is 4 hours 30 minutes ahead of Milan.
To ensure you catch your flight from MXP to Colombo, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book a flight from MXP to Colombo with a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
If you have a passport from Italy, you'll need an e-visa to enter Sri Lanka. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Milano Malpensa Airport to Colombo for tourism purposes. The rules may differ if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always check official visa guidelines before you make travel plans and definitely before flying.
MXP is about 48 kilometres from central Milan. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 53 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Colombo? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near MXP:
How to find the cheapest flights from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Colombo
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Milano Malpensa Airport to Colombo is 222 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 475 €. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from MXP to Colombo. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Milano Malpensa Airport to Colombo across the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Colombo
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) to central Colombo is roughly 16 kilometres. It takes around 39 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour and 16 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Colombo, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near RML:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
The centre of Colombo is located around 32 kilometres from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB). Once your flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Colombo has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 39 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take about 1 hour and 31 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to CMB. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from MXP to Colombo:
Best time to go to Colombo
Plan your trip to Colombo during high season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Or, schedule your flights from Milano Malpensa Airport to Colombo in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
The warmest month in Colombo is March, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Milano Malpensa Airport to Colombo in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from MXP to Colombo in January when temperatures average between 22ºC and 32ºC.
More about Colombo
After locking in your flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Colombo, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Colombo:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Gangaramaya Temple, Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall and Viharamahadevi Park are essential stops on your Colombo itinerary.
Complete your Colombo trip with a car rental
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