Travelling from Pune Airport (PNQ) to Colombo: what you need to know
Colombo and Pune (where Pune Airport is located) are both in the UTC+5:30 timezone. This means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
To avoid missing your PNQ to Colombo flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling over a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially unlock a cheaper plane ticket from PNQ to Colombo. All you need to do is uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
Located around 8 kilometres from the centre of Pune, PNQ can be reached in about 25 minutes by car. The journey on public transport will take roughly 50 minutes.
Looking for a hotel near PNQ? If you're boarding an early flight from Pune Airport to Colombo, these stays put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
Of the departures from Pune Airport, 71.91% land on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Pune Airport (PNQ) to Colombo
Rs39,998 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Pune Airport to Colombo flight. A return ticket right now is Rs83,937. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
Booking early is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from PNQ to Colombo. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Pune Airport to Colombo throughout the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Pune Airport to Colombo by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'
Airports in Colombo
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) to central Colombo takes around 40 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 16 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Look into staying at a hotel close to RML if you're coming in on a late flight from Pune Airport to Colombo. Select one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
After your flight from Pune Airport to Colombo has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in about 40 minutes by car. Central Colombo is roughly 32 kilometres from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 1 hour 30 minutes.
There are some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near CMB. Kick back and get cosy after your PNQ to Colombo flight at one of these well-located options:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion or Sixt and set off in the blink of an eye.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Reserving your ride from CMB two weeks in advance often means better prices and a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Colombo
Travel to Colombo in high season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices may be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Pune Airport to Colombo in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
When booking your Pune Airport to Colombo flight ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. March is the warmest month in Colombo, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 33ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from PNQ to Colombo in January when temperatures average between 22ºC and 32ºC.
More about Colombo
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Colombo right here. Check out these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Pune Airport to Colombo:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall, Gangaramaya Temple and Viharamahadevi Park are essential stops on your Colombo itinerary.
Explore more of Sri Lanka
Jaffna is just one of the many places in Sri Lanka waiting to be explored after you've seen Colombo. Around 306 kilometres away to the north, top sights here include Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library.
If you want to check out another side of Sri Lanka, head for Trincomalee, roughly 241 kilometres north-east of Colombo. Koneswaram Temple, Fort Frederick and Marble Beach are the start of reasons to visit.
