Travelling from Warsaw to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB): What you need to know
Warsaw is home to a couple of airports where you can kick off your travels. Check out your options for booking a flight from Warsaw to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) leaving from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) or Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI).
Bandaranaike International Airport is located in Colombo. The city operates on the UTC+5:30 timezone and is four hours 30 minutes ahead of Warsaw.
Your flight from Warsaw to CMB won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Heading off during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Warsaw
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
WAW is about 8 kilometres from central Warsaw. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Warsaw to Bandaranaike International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by staying at one of these stays close to Frederic Chopin Airport:
Of the flights that depart from Frederic Chopin Airport, 77.68% land on schedule at their destination.
Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI)
You can arrive at WMI from the centre of Warsaw in about 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport will take roughly 1 hour to travel the 40 kilometres or so.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Warsaw-Modlin Airport the day before your Warsaw to CMB flight:
About Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Consider staying in a hotel close to CMB if you're catching a late flight from Warsaw to Bandaranaike International Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and be in bed in no time flat:
Grab a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car and discover Colombo and beyond with your own set of wheels. Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion and Sixt are popular outlets to choose from here.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Warsaw to Bandaranaike International Airport flight.
Getting from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to central Colombo
The centre of Colombo is about 27 kilometres from Bandaranaike International Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary based on traffic conditions, so do a little research before your trip.
It'll take around 1 hour 30 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Warsaw to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Rs98,776 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Warsaw to Bandaranaike International Airport. Return flights start from Rs188,335. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Warsaw to CMB. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
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The best time to fly from Warsaw to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Warsaw to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB). August is the busiest month to visit Colombo. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, go in April.
Lock in a Warsaw to CMB flight ticket departing in March if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Colombo to range from 24ºC to 33ºC.
January sees temperatures of between 22ºC and 32ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Warsaw to Bandaranaike International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Colombo
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Colombo right here. Explore these hotels after you've booked your flight from Warsaw to Bandaranaike International Airport:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Mt Lavinia Beach, Elephant House and Sri Gangaramaya are top attractions which should feature on every Colombo itinerary.
Explore more of Sri Lanka
You've seen Colombo, now it's time to discover other corners of Sri Lanka. Journey around 209 kilometres north-east to Trincomalee to tick off its leading attractions. From Nilaveli Beach to Sea View Point and Uppuveli, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Kalmunai is another sought-after destination in Sri Lanka and is around 209 kilometres east of Colombo. No journey is complete without dropping by Jamia Jummah Masjid (Kalmunai Town Red Mosque), Green Field Aasath Park and Iyanar Kovil.