Travelling from Singapore to Colombo: what you need to know
Singapore has a couple of airports where you can kick off your travels. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Singapore to Colombo leaving from Changi International Airport (SIN) or Seletar Airport (XSP).
Touch down at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), the primary hub in Colombo.
3 hours 48 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Singapore to Colombo. Based in the UTC+5:30 timezone, Colombo is 2 hours 30 minutes behind Singapore.
With 33 weekly flights between the two airports, Changi International Airport (SIN) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is the busiest route. Hop on the earliest flight from Singapore to Colombo with SriLankan Airlines at 09:45. If you'd like to get more out of your day before you fly, the last departure from SIN to CMB is with Singapore Airlines at 22:20.
To ensure you catch your flight from Singapore to Colombo, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
You can travel to Sri Lanka for tourism purposes without a visa if you hold a passport from Singapore. But before organising your cheap flight from Singapore to Colombo, make sure you're up to date with the latest guidelines. Visa rules can change, and you may require some travel documents if your trip is for work or other reasons.
Flying from Singapore
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Jet off from Changi International Airport (SIN) on a nonstop flight from Singapore to Colombo. From SIN, you can fly straight to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB).
You'll find a direct flight from Singapore to Colombo with SriLankan Airlines. This popular carrier offers services from SIN.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and maybe even explore another city. When searching for flights from Singapore to Colombo departing from Changi International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Chennai Airport (MAA)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
Located around 21 kilometres from the centre of Singapore, SIN can be reached in about 21 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour.
Planning to catch an early flight from Singapore to Colombo? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near Changi International Airport:
Seletar Airport (XSP)
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Singapore to Colombo, here's where you can stop when departing from Changi International Airport:
Chennai Airport (MAA)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
XSP is around 19 kilometres from central Singapore. It'll take 23 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour and 24 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not enjoy an extra night away? Consider staying at one of these accommodation options near Seletar Airport the day before your flight from Singapore to Colombo:
Arriving in Colombo
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) is around 16 kilometres from central Colombo. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 39 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour and 16 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Singapore to Colombo. Book one of these accommodation options near RML instead:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is about 32 kilometres from the centre of Colombo. Once you've hopped off your flight from Singapore to Colombo, expect a drive time of approximately 39 minutes to reach the heart of the city.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 1 hour and 31 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near CMB. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from Singapore to Colombo:
How to find the cheapest flights from Singapore to Colombo
At the moment, 101 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Singapore to Colombo. The cheapest price for a return flight is 232 €. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from Singapore to Colombo, reserve your journey 1 month ahead of the departure date.
Organise your trip for September. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Singapore to Colombo. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
Sign into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll get notified right away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you time checking for cheap tickets from Singapore to Colombo every day.
Use filters to tailor your flights from Singapore to Colombo. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.
Best time to go to Colombo
Before locking in your flights from Singapore to Colombo, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Colombo offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while the low season brings better hotel deals and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Colombo is March, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Singapore to Colombo in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Singapore to Colombo in January when temperatures average between 22ºC and 32ºC.
More about Colombo
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Colombo right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Singapore to Colombo:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Gangaramaya Temple, Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall and Viharamahadevi Park are must-visits when exploring Colombo.
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