Travelling from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Singapore: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Singapore is 3 hours 50 minutes.
Singapore is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Colombo, where Bandaranaike International Airport is located. Singapore runs on the UTC+8 timezone.
With 27 flights a week between the two airports, Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Changi International Airport (SIN) is the most popular route. Singapore Airlines operates the earliest flight at 00:45. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the last flight from CMB to SIN is with Jetstar Asia at 23:45.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your CMB to Singapore flight.
Travelling during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Begin your trip at CMB and fly nonstop to Changi International Airport (SIN). That will be your arrival point when searching for Bandaranaike International Airport to Singapore tickets.
You'll have your choice of airlines that offer direct flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Singapore. Book your journey with one of these:
We make it easy to book flight tickets from CMB to Singapore with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
Chennai Airport (MAA)
CMB is about 27 kilometres from central Colombo. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your holiday? Stay near CMB. Whether you've booked an early flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Singapore or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are all about convenience:
75.71% of flights that leave from Bandaranaike International Airport make it to their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Singapore
The best price we've seen for a one-way Bandaranaike International Airport to Singapore flight is Rs27,071. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs53,573. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Get cheap flights from CMB to Singapore by booking two months ahead. According to our research, that's the best time for picking up a bargain.
The best month for picking up cheap Bandaranaike International Airport to Singapore tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then select the dates that offer the lowest fares.
There's no need to keep looking every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's an even bigger deal on cheap flights from CMB to Singapore.
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Airports in Singapore
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Changi International Airport (SIN) is around 21 kilometres from the centre of Singapore. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 20 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Singapore. Book one of these accommodation options near SIN instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Changi International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Avis, Sixt or Green Motion and explore beyond Singapore's main sights.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Changi International Airport around two weeks in advance of your flight from CMB to Singapore.
Seletar Airport (XSP)
Seletar Airport (XSP) is about 19 kilometres from central Singapore. Following your flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Singapore, it'll take you around 25 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can expect the trip to take about 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near XSP. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your CMB to Singapore flight:
Best time to go to Singapore
Carefully consider your trip dates before locking in your flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Singapore. The city comes alive in peak season, but rates are often higher and attractions can be crowded. Go to Singapore in low season if you like a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Singapore is May, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC and 31ºC. Lock in your Bandaranaike International Airport to Singapore flight ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
Look for cheap tickets from CMB to Singapore in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 24ºC and 30ºC on average.
More about Singapore
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Singapore right here. Browse these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Singapore:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Gardens by the Bay, Marina Bay Sands and Universal Studios Singapore are top attractions which should be on every Singapore itinerary.
