Travelling from Colombo to Toronto: what you need to know
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is Colombo's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Colombo to Toronto taking off from here.
Toronto has a range of airports you can fly into. Hop off the plane at Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) or Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF).
To ensure you get on your Colombo to Toronto flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow some extra breathing space. A good general rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo to Toronto
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap Colombo to Toronto flight. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
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Flying from Colombo
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Colombo to Toronto flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Bandaranaike International Airport. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Travelling from central Colombo to CMB takes around 1 hour 30 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
After an easy start to your journey? Stay near Bandaranaike International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Colombo to Toronto or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Of the flights that depart from Bandaranaike International Airport, 75.71% touch down on time at their destination.
Arriving in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
The distance from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to central Toronto is approximately 19 kilometres. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 50 minutes to get there on public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Colombo to Toronto, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near YYZ:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Pearson International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Green Motion or Thrifty and experience the lesser-explored corners of Toronto and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Pearson International Airport around three weeks ahead of your trip.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) is about 3 kilometres from central Toronto. Once you've hopped off your flight from Colombo to Toronto, it'll take you approximately 35 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you hop on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 40 minutes or so.
You'll find some comfortable places to lay your head close to YTZ. Settle in and get cosy after your Colombo to Toronto flight at one of these well-located options:
Hertz, National and Avis make collecting a Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport rental car easy and quick. These suppliers are located around or in the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Avoid paying extra. Securing your ride one week before your arrival at YTZ will help you stay within budget.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) is around 80 kilometres from the centre of Toronto. It'll take you about 1 hour 15 minutes to get to the city centre in a ride-share or cab after your flight from Colombo to Toronto.
Public transport can take you there in about 4 hours 5 minutes.
Enjoy a quiet, low-key start to your break by checking in to a hotel near YKF after your Colombo to Toronto flight. Rest up after a long day of travel or just give yourself time to get your bearings in a new city at:
Put yourself in the driver's seat of the next part of your journey with a Region of Waterloo International Airport rental car. Avis, Enterprise and Budget make getting on the road smooth sailing.
Booking a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Colombo to Toronto is always smart. In addition to better deals, you'll likely have a better variety of makes and models to choose from at YKF.
Best time to go to Toronto
August is the most popular month for flights from Colombo to Toronto. To travel when it's less crowded, visit Toronto in February.
The warmest month in Toronto is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC and 28ºC. Book your Colombo to Toronto ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Search for cheap flights from Colombo to Toronto in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC and 1ºC on average.
More about Toronto
Start your Toronto trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Colombo to Toronto, browse our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District are major attractions which should be on any well-planned Toronto itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
You've seen Toronto, now it's time to explore more of Canada. Travel around 499 kilometres north-east to Montreal to check off its leading attractions. From Mount Royal Park to Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Ottawa is another sought-after destination in Canada and is around 354 kilometres north-east of Toronto. No trip is complete without seeing Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada.