Flying from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to Colombo: what you need to know
Around 3 hours 43 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Colombo.
The timezone in Colombo is UTC+5:30. The city is 17 minutes behind Kathmandu, where Tribhuvan International Airport is located.
Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is the most popular route, with 17 weekly flights to pick from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from KTM to CMB is with SriLankan Airlines at 13:40. Choose the first departure operated by SriLankan Airlines at 12:50 if you want to fly out earlier.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from KTM to Colombo. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time like October? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Direct flights from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to Colombo are available for booking. Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) will be your arrival point.
Book your seat with SriLankan Airlines. This leading carrier offers direct flights from Tribhuvan International Airport to Colombo.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and maybe even explore another city. When browsing flights from KTM to Colombo, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
When travelling to Sri Lanka for tourism purposes, you'll need an e-visa if you have a passport from Nepal. However, visa rules can change and you may need additional documents depending on the purpose and duration of your trip. Always check the most recent guidelines before booking your cheap ticket from Tribhuvan International Airport to Colombo.
To reach KTM from central Kathmandu, it'll take around 16 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching an early flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Colombo? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to KTM:
How to find the cheapest flights from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to Colombo
ج.م. 11,258 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Tribhuvan International Airport to Colombo. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ج.م. 20,997. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
To secure cheap tickets from KTM to Colombo, book your trip 5 months ahead of the departure date.
Plan your trip for January. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Tribhuvan International Airport to Colombo. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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Airports in Colombo
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) is around 16 kilometres from the centre of Colombo. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 39 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour and 16 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Colombo, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near RML:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
As soon as your flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Colombo has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in about 39 minutes by car. Central Colombo is roughly 32 kilometres from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB).
You can also opt for public transport, which will take roughly 1 hour and 31 minutes.
After your flight from KTM to Colombo, tuck yourself in at a hotel near CMB. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Colombo
Carefully consider your travel dates before scheduling your flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Colombo. The city buzzes during high season, but hotel rates are typically higher and top attractions can be busy. Plan your trip to Colombo in low season if you want a quieter vibe.
Book your flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Colombo for March to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 24ºC to 33ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 22ºC and 32ºC. Search for cheap flights from KTM to Colombo around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Colombo
After booking your flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Colombo, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Colombo:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Gangaramaya Temple, Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall and Viharamahadevi Park are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Colombo itinerary.
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