Travelling from Kansai International Airport (KIX) to Colombo: what you need to know
Colombo is three hours 30 minutes behind Osaka, where Kansai International Airport is located. Colombo follows the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to catch your KIX to Colombo flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from KIX to Colombo with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. The most sought-after stopovers include:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
To reach KIX from central Osaka, it takes about 45 minutes if you're travelling by car. It's roughly 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
If you've booked an early flight from Kansai International Airport to Colombo, why not stay close by? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy some extra shut-eye) at First Cabin Kansai Airport. Hotel Nikko Kansai Airport - 3 Mins Walk to the Airport is another convenient option near KIX.
67.95% of flights that take off from Kansai International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
KIX is located at 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kansai International Airport (KIX) to Colombo
Rs68,686 is currently the best price for a one-way Kansai International Airport to Colombo flight. A return plane ticket starts from Rs117,561. These prices may change based on demand.
To pick up cheap flights from KIX to Colombo, book early. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Kansai International Airport to Colombo across every month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Colombo
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) to central Colombo takes about 40 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 16 kilometres away.
It'll take around 1 hour 15 minutes to get there using public transport.
If you have a late flight from Kansai International Airport to Colombo, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near RML:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Central Colombo is about 32 kilometres from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB). After your flight from Kansai International Airport to Colombo has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should take about 40 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 1 hour 30 minutes or so.
You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near CMB. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your KIX to Colombo flight at any of these perfectly located options:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion or Sixt and be on your way in a flash.
Lock in the best price by reserving your ride from CMB two weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Colombo
Carefully consider your dates before securing your flight from Kansai International Airport to Colombo. The city buzzes during peak season, but prices are generally higher and major attractions can get crowded. Visit Colombo in the off-season if you prefer a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in a Kansai International Airport to Colombo plane 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. Search for a cheap ticket from KIX to Colombo around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Colombo
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Colombo right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Kansai International Airport to Colombo:
Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall and Gangaramaya Temple are just the start of the top attractions to add to your Colombo to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Viharamahadevi Park.
Explore more of Sri Lanka
Colombo is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Sri Lanka you'll want to see. About 306 kilometres north of Colombo, a visit to Jaffna will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library.
Trincomalee is another essential stop in Sri Lanka and is around 241 kilometres north-east of Colombo. No trip is complete without experiencing Koneswaram Temple, Fort Frederick and Marble Beach.