Travelling from Rajahmundry Airport (RJA) to Colombo: what you need to know
Rajahmundry (the location of Rajahmundry Airport) and Colombo share the same timezone — UTC+5:30.
Give yourself enough time to make your RJA to Colombo flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow even more breathing space. A good general rule for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even tick off a new city. When searching for flight tickets from RJA to Colombo, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
Chennai Airport (MAA)
RJA is around 11 kilometres from central Rajahmundry. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
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70.47% of flights that take off from Rajahmundry Airport touch down at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rajahmundry Airport (RJA) to Colombo
The best price we've found for a one-way Rajahmundry Airport to Colombo flight is Rs25,358. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs67,159. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from RJA to Colombo. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Rajahmundry Airport to Colombo across every month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Airports in Colombo
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) to the centre of Colombo takes about 40 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 16 kilometres away.
It'll take around 1 hour 15 minutes if you're using public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Rajahmundry Airport to Colombo, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near RML:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
The centre of Colombo is about 32 kilometres from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB). Once your flight from Rajahmundry Airport to Colombo has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 40 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 1 hour 30 minutes or so.
There are some comfortable places to park your luggage (and yourself) near CMB. Unwind and get cosy after your RJA to Colombo flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion and Sixt make collecting a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car quick and easy. These companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Snap up the best price by reserving your ride from CMB two weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Colombo
Before you book your flights from Rajahmundry Airport to Colombo, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Colombo offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while the low season brings better hotel deals and smaller crowds.
Lock in a Rajahmundry Airport to Colombo flight ticket with a departure in March if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 24ºC to 33ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from RJA to Colombo in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC and 32ºC on average.
More about Colombo
Once you've booked your flight from Rajahmundry Airport to Colombo, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Colombo:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall, Gangaramaya Temple and Viharamahadevi Park are top sights which should be on every Colombo itinerary.
Explore more of Sri Lanka
Jaffna is just one of the many places in Sri Lanka waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Colombo. Around 306 kilometres away to the north, its top attractions include 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. Start your sightseeing at Koneswaram Temple, Fort Frederick and Marble Beach.
