Flying from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Ahmedabad Airport (AMD): what you need to know
Ahmedabad's timezone is UTC+5:30, which is the same as Colombo.
Leave plenty of time to make your CMB to AMD flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as February? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Bandaranaike International Airport to Ahmedabad Airport. Here are the top stopovers between CMB and AMD:
Kempegowda International Airport
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Ahmedabad Airport (AMD)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Bandaranaike International Airport to Ahmedabad Airport flight is Rs37,583. A round-trip plane ticket is currently Rs69,085. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's often best to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from CMB to AMD. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when looking for a flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Ahmedabad Airport.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from CMB to AMD.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Ahmedabad Airport.
Handy information about Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Of the departures from Bandaranaike International Airport, 75.71% arrive on time at their destination.
To reach Bandaranaike International Airport from central Colombo, it takes about 40 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near CMB? If you've booked an early flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Ahmedabad Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Ahmedabad Airport (AMD)
Consider staying in a hotel close to AMD if you're on a late Bandaranaike International Airport to Ahmedabad Airport flight. Select one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Go beyond Ahmedabad and check out places that don't always get the spotlight with your own wheels. You can pick up an Ahmedabad Airport rental car from Europcar.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Ahmedabad Airport around two weeks before travelling.
Getting from Ahmedabad Airport (AMD) to central Ahmedabad
From Ahmedabad Airport, Ahmedabad is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
It takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Ahmedabad Airport (AMD)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Ahmedabad Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Ahmedabad. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Ahmedabad Airport for May if you'd like to explore Ahmedabad during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 27ºC and 43ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CMB to AMD in January. Temperatures average between 13ºC and 29ºC then.
Explore more of India
You've visited Ahmedabad, now it's time to explore more of India. Journey about 451 kilometres south to Mumbai to tick off its must-visit sights. From Gateway of India to Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus and Marine Drive, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 209 kilometres south of Ahmedabad, Surat is another essential stop in India. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Jagdishchandra Bose Aquarium, Dutch Gardens and Surat Castle.
