Travelling from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Colombo: what you need to know
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport is located in Rome. Based in the UTC+5:30 timezone, Colombo is four hours 30 minutes ahead of Rome.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your FCO to Colombo flight.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from FCO to Colombo with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
The journey from central Rome to FCO takes around 50 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 23 kilometres in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a hotel close to FCO? If you're catching an early flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Colombo, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, 70.57% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Colombo
Rs71,739 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Colombo flight. A return ticket right now is Rs150,294. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from FCO to Colombo. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
Finding cheap tickets from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Colombo is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to access the best prices throughout the month and land a sweet deal.
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Airports in Colombo
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) to the centre of Colombo takes around 40 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 16 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Think about booking a hotel close to RML if you're coming in on a late flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Colombo. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
The centre of Colombo is located around 32 kilometres from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB). Once your flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Colombo has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 40 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
Following your FCO to Colombo flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to CMB. These are some comfortable options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion or Sixt and make a speedy getaway.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Booking your ride from CMB two weeks in advance often means lower prices and a wider choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Colombo
Travel to Colombo during peak season if you want a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Colombo in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Lock in a Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Colombo plane ticket with a departure in March if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 24ºC to 33ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from FCO to Colombo in January when temperatures average between 22ºC and 32ºC.
More about Colombo
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Colombo right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Colombo:
Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall and Gangaramaya Temple are just the start of the top-rated attractions to put on your Colombo must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Viharamahadevi Park.
Explore more of Sri Lanka
Colombo will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of Sri Lanka you'll want to see. About 306 kilometres north of Colombo, a trip to Jaffna will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library.
Around 241 kilometres north-east of Colombo, Trincomalee is another favourite stop in Sri Lanka. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Koneswaram Temple, Fort Frederick and Marble Beach.