Travelling from Colombo to Bucharest: what you need to know
Colombo's main base, Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), is where countless awesome holidays begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Colombo to Bucharest.
Come in for landing at Bucharest's primary gateway, Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP).
To ensure you don't miss your Colombo to Bucharest flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Taking off during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo to Bucharest
To pick up cheap Colombo to Bucharest flights, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
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Flying from Colombo
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save money on your Colombo to Bucharest flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Bandaranaike International Airport. Take a pause at one of these popular options:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
CMB is about 27 kilometres from central Colombo. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Bandaranaike International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Colombo to Bucharest, these stays will put you nice and close to your departure gate:
75.71% of flights departing from Bandaranaike International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Arriving in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to central Bucharest takes about 35 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 35 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near OTP if you're coming in on a late flight from Colombo to Bucharest. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Klass Wagen, Pricecarz or Surprice and venture far and wide through Bucharest and beyond.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport around one week in advance of your Colombo to Bucharest flight.
Best time to go to Bucharest
April is the quietest month for flights from Colombo to Bucharest, while July is the most popular. Find the ideal time to go to Bucharest based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Bucharest is August, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC and 33ºC. Book your Colombo to Bucharest ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -9ºC and 8ºC. Search for cheap flights from Colombo to Bucharest around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Bucharest
Start your Bucharest trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Colombo to Bucharest, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Museum of the Palace of the Parliament, Old Town and The Revolution Square Fountain are leading attractions which should feature on any well-planned Bucharest itinerary.
Explore more of Romania
Iasi is just one of the many cities in Romania waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Bucharest. Around 322 kilometres to the north, popular attractions include Palace of Culture, Saint Nicholas Church and Golia Monastery.
Cluj-Napoca is another must-experience destination in Romania and is around 322 kilometres north-west of Bucharest. No trip is complete without seeing St. Michael's Church, Hoia Baciu Forest and Banffy Palace.