Travelling from Logan International Airport (BOS) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB): what you need to know
Colombo's timezone is UTC+5:30, making Colombo nine hours 30 minutes ahead of Boston.
Give yourself enough time to catch your BOS to CMB flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Logan International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between BOS and CMB:
London Heathrow Airport
Dubai Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Logan International Airport (BOS) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Right now, Rs121,931 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Logan International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs253,007. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's often best to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from BOS to CMB. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Logan International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across each month and bag a great deal.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from BOS to CMB by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Discover the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Logan International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Logan International Airport (BOS)
You'll find BOS at One Harborside Drive.
Of all flights departing from Logan International Airport, 73.94% arrive on time at their destination.
Logan International Airport is about 5 kilometres from central Boston. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 25 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near BOS. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Logan International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Logan International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CMB instead:
Follow your own route with a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion or Sixt and discover more of Colombo and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Bandaranaike International Airport around two weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to central Colombo
From Bandaranaike International Airport, Colombo is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 40 minutes to drive to the centre.
It'll take around 1 hour 30 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Logan International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport. February is the busiest month to head to Colombo. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Logan International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Colombo, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 33ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 22ºC and 32ºC. Search for cheap tickets from BOS to CMB around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Sri Lanka
You've visited Colombo, now it's time to discover more of Sri Lanka. Travel around 18 kilometres south to Moratuwa to tick off its popular sights. From Boat House to Angulana Beach and Dilmah Conservation One Earth Arboretum, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Jaffna is another must-experience destination in Sri Lanka and is around 306 kilometres north of Colombo. No trip is complete without visiting Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library.
