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Find the cheapest month to fly from Cairo to Colombo Bandaranayake

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cairo to Colombo Bandaranayake flights are currently cheapest in July.

Cairo to Colombo Bandaranayake: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Cairo to Colombo below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Colombo Bandaranayake.

Cairo to Colombo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs56,786
Cheapest month to flyJuly

Finding cheap flights from Cairo to Colombo Bandaranayake: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Cairo to Colombo Bandaranayake is Rs109,379. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Cairo to Colombo Bandaranayake. But we found flights with one or more stops from Rs108,508.
As of June 2025, there are no flights flying from Cairo to Colombo Bandaranayake.
The cheapest month to fly from Cairo to Colombo Bandaranayake is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cairo Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport on Friday, 19 December 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Cairo Airport and Colombo Bandaranayake Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Colombo Bandaranayake but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Colombo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Air Arabia offers the cheapest flight tickets to Colombo Bandaranayake.

Travelling from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB): what you need to know

  • Colombo is three hours 30 minutes ahead of Cairo and is in the UTC+5:30 timezone.

  • To ensure you catch your CAI to CMB flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Cairo International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between CAI and CMB:

    • Sharjah International Airport

    • Dubai Airport

    • Abu Dhabi International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • At the moment, Rs57,242 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Cairo International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs109,379. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from CAI to CMB, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Cairo International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport across the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.

  • You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from CAI to CMB.

  • Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Cairo International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about Cairo International Airport (CAI)

  • 63.38% of flights that take off from Cairo International Airport land at their destination on time.

  • To reach Cairo International Airport from central Cairo, it'll take about 30 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.

  • Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near CAI. Whether you've booked an early flight from Cairo International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:

Arriving at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

Getting from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to central Colombo

  • Bandaranaike International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from the centre of Colombo. The drive time takes around 40 minutes.

  • If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 30 minutes.

When to fly to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Cairo International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport. February is the busiest month to head to Colombo. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in April.

  • When booking your flight from Cairo International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Colombo, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC to 33ºC.

  • Search for cheap tickets from CAI to CMB in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC and 32ºC on average.

Explore more of Sri Lanka

  • Colombo is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Sri Lanka just waiting to be discovered. Around 18 kilometres south of Colombo, a visit to Moratuwa will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Boat House, Angulana Beach and Dilmah Conservation One Earth Arboretum.

  • Jaffna is another standout destination in Sri Lanka and is around 306 kilometres north of Colombo. No trip is complete without dropping by Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library.

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