Travelling from Ottawa to Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB): What you need to know
The timezone in Colombo is UTC+5:30, which is ten hours 30 minutes ahead of Ottawa. Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport is located in Colombo.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from Ottawa to CMB. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
The journey from central Ottawa to YOW takes around 35 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Ottawa to Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport, these stays will put you a quick hop from check-in:
58% of flights taking off from Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
YOW's address is 50 Airport Road.
About Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Have a late flight from Ottawa to Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Check in to one of these hotels near CMB and give yourself a well-earned lights-out:
Pick up a Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport rental car and discover Colombo and beyond with your own wheels. Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion and Sixt are well-known companies you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Ottawa to Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to central Colombo
Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport is around 32 kilometres from the centre of Colombo. It takes around 40 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
It takes roughly 50 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Rs169,332 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Ottawa to Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport. A return flight starts at Rs376,244. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap flights from Ottawa to CMB, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Ottawa to Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
October is the quietest month for flights from Ottawa to Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), while February is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Colombo based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Colombo is March, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your Ottawa to CMB plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January has temperatures of between 22ºC and 32ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Ottawa to Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Colombo
Once you've booked your flight from Ottawa to Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Colombo:
Your Colombo visit should come with a side of sightseeing. Highlights that belong on your itinerary include Mount Lavinia Beach, Elephant House and Sri Gangaramaya.
Explore more of Sri Lanka
Colombo will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of Sri Lanka just waiting to be explored. About 209 kilometres northeast of Colombo, a trip to Trincomalee will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Nilaveli Beach, Sea View Point and Salli beach.
Around 209 kilometres east of Colombo, Kalmunai is another favourite stop in Sri Lanka. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Jamia Jummah Masjid (Kalmunai Town Red Mosque), Green Field Aasath Park and Kannaki Amman Kovil.