Travelling from Lisbon Airport (LIS) to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport (CMB): what you need to know
The timezone in Colombo is UTC+5:30, which is five hours 30 minutes ahead of Lisbon.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your LIS to CMB flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Lisbon Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport. Here are the top stopovers between LIS and CMB:
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
Zayed International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lisbon Airport (LIS) to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport (CMB)
$554 is the lowest price for a one-way Lisbon Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport flight. Return flights start at $1,003. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
It's often best to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from LIS to CMB. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Lisbon Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across each month and bag a great deal.
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Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Lisbon Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport.
Handy information about Lisbon Airport (LIS)
56% of flights that depart Lisbon Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Lisbon Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Lisbon. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of around 25 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Lisbon Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near LIS:
Arriving at Colombo Bandaranayake Airport (CMB)
If you're landing on a late Lisbon Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near CMB:
Go where the road takes you with a Colombo Bandaranayake Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion or Sixt and see more of Colombo and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport around two weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport (CMB) to central Colombo
Colombo Bandaranayake Airport is roughly 32 kilometres from central Colombo. The drive time takes around 40 minutes.
Getting there by public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
When to fly to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport (CMB)
The quietest month for a flight from Lisbon Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Colombo based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Lisbon Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport for March if you'd like to visit Colombo during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LIS to CMB in January. Temperatures average between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) then.