Flying from Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport (BEG) to Colombo: what you need to know
Colombo is four hours 30 minutes ahead of Belgrade, where Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport is located. Colombo runs on the UTC+5:30 timezone.
For a relaxed start to your BEG to Colombo flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
If you're travelling during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even explore a different city. When searching for flight tickets from BEG to Colombo, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
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Located around 13 kilometres from central Belgrade, BEG can be reached in about 20 minutes by car. The journey on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Looking for a hotel close to BEG? If you've booked an early flight from Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport to Colombo, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
67.81% of flights departing from Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport touch down at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport (BEG) to Colombo
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport to Colombo flight is Rs59,290. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs169,900. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from BEG to Colombo if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport to Colombo throughout the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Colombo
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)
The distance from Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) to central Colombo is roughly 16 kilometres. It takes around 40 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport to Colombo. Book one of these accommodation options near RML instead:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
The centre of Colombo is about 32 kilometres from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB). Once your flight from Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport to Colombo has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 40 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 1 hour 30 minutes.
Following your BEG to Colombo flight, settle in at a hotel close to CMB. These are some comfortable options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion or Sixt and set off in the blink of an eye.
Get first dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from CMB two weeks in advance often means lower prices and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Colombo
Travel to Colombo in high season if you want a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport to Colombo during the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
Lock in a Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport to Colombo flight ticket with a departure in March if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 24ºC to 33ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 22ºC and 32ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from BEG to Colombo around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Colombo
Once you've booked your flight from Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport to Colombo, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Colombo:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall, Gangaramaya Temple and Viharamahadevi Park are top attractions which should feature on any good Colombo itinerary.
Explore more of Sri Lanka
Colombo has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Sri Lanka you should also see. About 306 kilometres north of Colombo, a trip to Jaffna will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in Sri Lanka, head for Trincomalee, roughly 241 kilometres north-east of Colombo. Koneswaram Temple, Fort Frederick and Marble Beach are among the biggest draws.
