Travelling from Colombo to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG): What you need to know
Planning your trip begins with working out where you'll fly out of in Colombo. Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is the city's main base, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Colombo to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) jetting off from here.
Around 11 hours 15 minutes is how long you'll be in the air on a direct Colombo to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport flight.
The timezone in Paris is UTC+1, which is four hours 30 minutes behind Colombo. Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport is located in Paris.
Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is the most popular route, with 3 direct services each week. Travel from CMB to CDG on SriLankan Airlines's 12:25am departure.
To ensure you catch your flight from Colombo to CDG, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak month such as February? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Colombo
Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
You can find a direct flight from Colombo to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) departing from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB).
You can book a direct flight from Colombo to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport with SriLankan Airlines. This well-known airline operates departures from CMB.
SriLankan Airlines is the most frequently booked airline offering flights from CMB to CDG.
Among carriers on this route, SriLankan Airlines has the best record for on-time arrivals.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break and possibly even explore another city. When searching for cheap flights from Colombo to CDG departing from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH)
Located around 32 kilometres from central Colombo, CMB can be reached in about 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Have an early flight from Colombo to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by staying at one of these hotels near Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport:
When it comes to Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport's on-time performance, 74% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
About Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Colombo to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near CDG instead:
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For the lowest price, reserve your ride around two weeks ahead of your Colombo to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport flight.
You'll find CDG at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Getting from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to central Paris
Central Paris is around 26 kilometres from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport and takes about 35 minutes to reach by car. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Rs83,654 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Colombo to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport. Return flights start from Rs178,480. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
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The best time to fly from Colombo to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Colombo to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). July is when most people visit Paris. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in January.
Lock in a Colombo to CDG plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Paris to range from 13ºC to 29ºC.
January sees temperatures of between -2ºC and 9ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Colombo to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Paris
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Paris right here. Explore these options once you've locked in your flight from Colombo to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport:
There are loads of exciting things to do in Paris when you're ready to sightsee. Kick things off at Eiffel Tower followed by Louvre Museum and Musee d'Orsay.
Explore more of France
Lille is just one of the many places in France waiting to be explored after you've seen Paris. Around 177 kilometres away to the north, check out popular attractions including Palais des Beaux Arts, Grand'Place and Vieux-Lille.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in France, consider Reims, roughly 113 kilometres east of Paris. Champagne Park, Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin Champagne Centre of Visits and Krug are highlights.