Flying from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Kuwait International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport is 5 hours 25 minutes.
The timezone in Colombo is UTC+5:30, which is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Kuwait.
Flights from KWI to CMB start from 19:40 — the earliest with Jazeera Airways. The latest departure is at 22:25 with SriLankan Airlines. Overall, there are 45 weekly Kuwait International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to catch your KWI to CMB flight.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
Getting to Colombo (and then discovering more of Sri Lanka!) is a cinch with Jazeera Airways. This popular airline has direct flights from Kuwait International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Jazeera Airways.
Among carriers operating KWI to CMB flights, SriLankan Airlines has the best track record for timely arrivals.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Kuwait International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between KWI and CMB include:
Abu Dhabi International Airport
Dubai Airport
Sharjah International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
At the moment, Rs23,081 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Kuwait International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs38,393. Remember that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Score cheap tickets from KWI to CMB by booking five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Kuwait International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from KWI to CMB is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when there's a better deal.
Discover the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Kuwait International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
Kuwait International Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 81.62% of flights that depart KWI arrive at their destination without delay.
Central Kuwait to Kuwait International Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Have an early flight from Kuwait International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels near KWI:
Arriving at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Reserve a hotel near CMB if you're catching a late Kuwait International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion or Sixt and experience the lesser-explored corners of Colombo and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Bandaranaike International Airport about two weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to central Colombo
Bandaranaike International Airport is roughly 32 kilometres from central Colombo. The drive time takes around 40 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour 30 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Kuwait International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport. February is the most popular month to visit Colombo. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Colombo is March, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from Kuwait International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from KWI to CMB in January. Average temperatures are between 22ºC and 32ºC then.
Explore more of Sri Lanka
You've seen Colombo, now it's time to explore more of Sri Lanka. Travel about 18 kilometres south to Moratuwa to tick off its top sights. From Boat House to Angulana Beach and Dilmah Conservation One Earth Arboretum, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 306 kilometres north of Colombo, Jaffna is another essential stop in Sri Lanka. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library.