Traveling from Malta International Airport (MLA) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB): what you need to know
Colombo's timezone is UTC+5:30, making Colombo four hours 30 minutes ahead of Valletta.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your MLA to CMB flight.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Malta International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between MLA and CMB:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Malta International Airport (MLA) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Malta International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport flight is $270. A round-trip fare right now is $595. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually smart to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from MLA to CMB. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when looking for your flight from Malta International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from MLA to CMB.
Discover the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Malta International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Malta International Airport (MLA)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Malta International Airport, data shows 72.79% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Valletta to Malta International Airport is around 5 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Booked an early flight from Malta International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near MLA:
Arriving at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
If you're getting in on a late Malta International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these options near CMB:
Grab a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car and explore Colombo and beyond with your own set of wheels. Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion and Sixt are top outlets to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Bandaranaike International Airport about two weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to central Colombo
Bandaranaike International Airport is roughly 20 miles from central Colombo. The drive time takes about 40 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour 30 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
February is the busiest month for flights from Malta International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Colombo in April.
Book your flight from Malta International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport for March if you'd like to explore Colombo during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 75ºF and 91ºF.
Look for cheap tickets from MLA to CMB in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 72ºF and 90ºF on average.
Explore more of Sri Lanka
Colombo has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Sri Lanka waiting to be discovered. About 11 miles south of Colombo, a trip to Moratuwa will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Boat House, Angulana Beach and Dilmah Conservation One Earth Arboretum.
Around 190 miles north of Colombo, Jaffna is another favorite stop in Sri Lanka. No visit is complete without checking out Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library.
