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Colombo.ج.م.‏ 10,378 per passenger.Departing Fri, 2 May.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Fri, 2 May, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 10,378, select.
Colombo.ج.م.‏ 10,903 per passenger.Departing Sun, 27 Apr.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Sun, 27 Apr, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 10,903, select.
Colombo.ج.م.‏ 11,522 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Jun.One-way flight with AJet.Outbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Mon, 2 Jun, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 11,522, select.
Colombo.ج.م.‏ 11,603 per passenger.Departing Fri, 16 Jan.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Fri, 16 Jan, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 11,603, select.
Colombo.ج.م.‏ 13,061 per passenger.Departing Mon, 3 Nov.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Mon, 3 Nov, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 13,061, select.
Colombo.ج.م.‏ 13,294 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Dec.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Mon, 1 Dec, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 13,294, select.
Colombo.ج.م.‏ 13,702 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Sep.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Tue, 16 Sep, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 13,702, select.
Colombo.ج.م.‏ 14,693 per passenger.Departing Sun, 31 Aug.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Sun, 31 Aug, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 14,693, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Rome to Colombo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Rome to Colombo flights are currently cheapest in May.
Apr
from ج.م.‏ 10,903
May
from ج.م.‏ 10,378
Jun
from ج.م.‏ 11,522
Jul
from ج.م.‏ 15,043
Aug
from ج.م.‏ 14,693
Sep
from ج.م.‏ 13,702
Oct
from ج.م.‏ 14,810
Nov
from ج.م.‏ 13,061
Dec
from ج.م.‏ 13,294
Jan
from ج.م.‏ 11,603
Feb
from ج.م.‏ 17,113
Mar
from ج.م.‏ 20,379

Alternative Rome to Colombo routes

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Rome to Colombo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundج.م.‏ 10,378
Cheapest month to flyMay

Finding cheap flights from Rome to Colombo: Frequently asked questions

There are 5 airports in Colombo: Kelaniya, Colombo Ratmalana, Colombo Bandaranayake, Bentota River, and Katugastota.
The best price we found for a return flight from Rome to Colombo is ج.م.‏ 23,322. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Rome to Colombo. But we found flights with one or more stops from ج.م.‏ 23,322.
As of April 2025, there are no flights flying from Rome to Colombo.
The cheapest month to fly from Rome to Colombo is usually April 2025.
If you're flying from Rome, the cheapest airport near Colombo is Colombo Bandaranayake – which is 27.5 km away from the centre of Colombo. We've found flights into this airport from ج.م.‏ 23,322.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Rome to Colombo on Saturday, 3 May 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Rome and Colombo. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Colombo but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Colombo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 28°C. May is typically the warmest month in Colombo, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 25°C. The rainiest month is November.
The cheapest airline that flies to Colombo is Wizz Air Malta .

Flying from Rome to Colombo: what you need to know

  • There are a couple of main airports you can start your journey from in Rome. Check out your options leaving from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) when organising your flight from Rome to Colombo.

  • Touch down at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), the primary hub in Colombo.

  • For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from Rome to Colombo.

  • During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.

  • You'll need an e-visa for Sri Lanka if you have a passport from Italy and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can change. So before booking your cheap flights from Rome to Colombo, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest information.

Flying from Rome

Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

  • We make it easy to book a flight from Rome to Colombo that includes a stopover. To see all the options departing from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers include:

    • Hamad International Airport (DOH)

    • Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)

    • Kuwait International Airport (KWI)

  • Travelling from central Rome to FCO takes about 51 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 39 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Planning to catch an early flight from Rome to Colombo? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport:

Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)

  • Split up your flight from Rome to Colombo with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick another place off your list. Popular stopovers between Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport and Colombo include:

    • Hamad International Airport (DOH)

    • Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)

    • Kuwait International Airport (KWI)

  • You can reach CIA from the centre of Rome in about 42 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 39 minutes to travel the 18 kilometres or so.

  • Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your flight from Rome to Colombo? Check in to a hotel near Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport before your adventure officially begins. Here's where you can stay:

Arriving in Colombo

Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)

  • Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) is around 16 kilometres from the centre of Colombo. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 39 minutes.

  • Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you around 1 hour and 16 minutes.

  • Book a hotel close to RML if you're taking a late flight from Rome to Colombo. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • Central Colombo is located around 32 kilometres from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB). After your flight from Rome to Colombo has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 39 minutes.

  • The journey will take roughly 1 hour and 31 minutes on public transport.

  • You'll find some cosy hotels to park your luggage (and yourself) near CMB. Kick back after your flight from Rome to Colombo at one of these well-located options:

How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Colombo

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Rome to Colombo is ج.م.‏ 10,378. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ج.م.‏ 23,322. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from Rome to Colombo, book in advance. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.

  • If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when looking for your ticket from Rome to Colombo.

  • Set up a Price Alert for cheap tickets from Rome to Colombo. There's no need to check back in every day to see whether fares have dropped. We'll notify you the moment there's a change in price.

  • Tailor your travel plans using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Rome to Colombo.

Best time to go to Colombo

  • Visit Colombo during the high season if you prefer a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices are typically higher. Or, book your flights from Rome to Colombo in the low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.

  • Before locking in your flight from Rome to Colombo, consider the type of weather you prefer. March is the warmest month in Colombo, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 33ºC.

  • If you like cooler conditions, lock in a cheap ticket from Rome to Colombo in January when temperatures average between 22ºC and 32ºC.

More about Colombo

  • After booking your flight from Rome to Colombo, think about where you'll 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 figure out where to begin. Gangaramaya Temple, Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall and Viharamahadevi Park are top sights which should feature on every Colombo itinerary.

Complete your Colombo trip with a car rental

  • Check out our range of car rentals once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Rome to Colombo. Whether you're after a compact ride, family sedan or anything in between, you can compare companies in one go to find the perfect deal.

Plan the rest of your trip from Rome to Colombo

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