Travelling from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB): what you need to know
Colombo is four hours 30 minutes ahead of Berlin and observes the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to catch your BER to CMB flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as June? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between BER and CMB:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Hamad International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport flight is $351. A return ticket is currently $978. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from BER to CMB, book early. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across every month and score a great deal.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from BER to CMB by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Secure the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Berlin Brandenburg Airport, 74.2% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To get to Berlin Brandenburg Airport from central Berlin, it takes around 35 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near BER:
Arriving at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Consider staying in a hotel close to CMB if you're catching a late Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion or Sixt to explore Colombo and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Bandaranaike International Airport about two weeks in advance.
Getting from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to central Colombo
Bandaranaike International Airport to central Colombo has a drive time of around 40 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
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 Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Colombo in April.
When booking your flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Colombo, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Look for cheap tickets from BER to CMB sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Sri Lanka
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Around 306 kilometres north of Colombo, Jaffna is another essential stop in Sri Lanka. Experience major highlights starting with Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library.