Travelling from Newcastle International Airport (NCL) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB): what you need to know
Travelling over a peak time such as June? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to break up your flight from Newcastle International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport, think about adding a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to find a destination that interests you. The top stopovers on the NCL - CMB route are:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Before getting your cheap ticket from NCL to CMB, check if you need a visa to enter Sri Lanka. Visa and travel document requirements may differ and are updated often. For the most up-to-date information, contact the nearest consulate or embassy of the country you're travelling to.
How to find the cheapest flights from Newcastle International Airport (NCL) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Newcastle International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport is ج.م. 14,596. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ج.م. 37,360. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To find cheap flight tickets from NCL to CMB, book early. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flight tickets from Newcastle International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across each month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Newcastle International Airport (NCL)
Located around 11 kilometres from central Newcastle, Newcastle International Airport can be reached in approximately 16 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport will take roughly 31 minutes.
Have an early flight from Newcastle International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to NCL:
Arriving at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Reserve a hotel near CMB if you're on a late flight from Newcastle International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to central Colombo
From Bandaranaike International Airport, Colombo is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 39 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour and 31 minutes.
When to fly to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
August is the most popular month for flights from Newcastle International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Colombo in April.
Before locking in your flight from Newcastle International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Colombo, with temperatures ranging from 24 ºC to 33 ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from NCL to CMB in January. Average temperatures are between 22 ºC and 32 ºC then.
More about Colombo
After locking in your flights from NCL to CMB, you'll want to find a hotel in Colombo. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this exciting destination:
Gangaramaya Temple and Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall are a couple of top attractions to put on your Colombo to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Viharamahadevi Park.
Complete your Colombo trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked your cheap ticket to Bandaranaike International Airport — next up is finding a great place to stay, and maybe even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Colombo.