Flying from Dehra Dun Airport (DED) to Colombo: what you need to know
Dehradun (the location of Dehra Dun Airport) and Colombo are in the same timezone — UTC+5:30.
To avoid missing your DED to Colombo flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling over a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it simple to book plane tickets from DED to Colombo with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
The journey from central Dehradun to DED takes about 2 hours 15 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 21 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near DED. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Dehra Dun Airport to Colombo or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are worth a look:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Dehra Dun Airport, 76.04% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dehra Dun Airport (DED) to Colombo
Rs38,370 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Dehra Dun Airport to Colombo flight. A round-trip ticket right now is Rs105,865. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap flights from DED to Colombo, book in advance. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
If you have flexibility with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for a Dehra Dun Airport to Colombo ticket.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from DED to Colombo by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Dehra Dun Airport to Colombo by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'
Airports in Colombo
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)
The distance from Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) to central Colombo is roughly 16 kilometres. It'll take you around 40 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport takes about 1 hour 15 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Dehra Dun Airport to Colombo. Book one of these accommodation options near RML instead:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is around 32 kilometres from central Colombo. Following your flight from Dehra Dun Airport to Colombo, it'll take you around 40 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the journey will take you 1 hour 30 minutes or so.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near CMB. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your DED to Colombo flight:
Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion and Sixt make picking up a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car simple. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Avoid potential price surges. Booking your ride two weeks before your arrival at CMB will save you money.
Best time to go to Colombo
Before you book your flights from Dehra Dun Airport to Colombo, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Colombo offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the off-season brings better deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
Book a Dehra Dun Airport to Colombo flight ticket with a departure in March if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 24ºC to 33ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 22ºC and 32ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from DED to Colombo around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Colombo
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Colombo right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Dehra Dun Airport to Colombo:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall, Gangaramaya Temple and Viharamahadevi Park are must-visits when exploring Colombo.
Explore more of Sri Lanka
Jaffna is just one of the many places in Sri Lanka waiting to be discovered once you've seen Colombo. Around 306 kilometres away to the north, its top attractions include Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library.
Trincomalee is another sought-after destination in Sri Lanka and is around 241 kilometres north-east of Colombo. No journey is complete without a visit to Koneswaram Temple, Fort Frederick and Marble Beach.
