Travelling from Pune Airport (PNQ) to Colombo: what you need to know
Pune (the location of Pune Airport) and Colombo are in the same timezone — UTC+5:30.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably catch your PNQ to Colombo flight.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
We make it simple to book flight tickets from PNQ to Colombo with a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
PNQ is about 8 kilometres from central Pune. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 50 minutes.
Looking for a hotel near PNQ? If you've booked an early flight from Pune Airport to Colombo, these stays put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
Of the departures from Pune Airport, 71.91% touch down on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Pune Airport (PNQ) to Colombo
$164 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Pune Airport to Colombo flight. A return ticket right now is $319. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
Booking early is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from PNQ to Colombo. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Pune Airport to Colombo throughout the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Pune Airport to Colombo by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'
Airports in Colombo
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)
The distance from Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) to central Colombo is roughly 16 kilometres. It'll take you around 40 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to RML if you have a late flight from Pune Airport to Colombo. Select one of these accommodation options and make arrival day easier:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is around 32 kilometres from central Colombo. Following your flight from Pune Airport to Colombo, it'll take you around 40 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
The trip will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near CMB. Here are a few options where you can check in after your PNQ to Colombo flight:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion or Sixt and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Avoid potential price surges. Reserving your ride two weeks ahead of your arrival at CMB will save you money.
Best time to go to Colombo
Travel to Colombo in high season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices may be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Pune Airport to Colombo in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
When booking your Pune Airport to Colombo flight ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. March is the warmest month in Colombo, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from PNQ to Colombo in January when temperatures average between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
More about Colombo
After booking your flight from Pune Airport to Colombo, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Colombo:
Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall and Gangaramaya Temple are just the start of the top attractions to put on your Colombo itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Viharamahadevi Park.
Explore more of Sri Lanka
Jaffna is just one of the many places in Sri Lanka waiting to be explored after you've seen Colombo. Around 306 kilometres away to the north, top sights here include Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library.
If you want to check out another side of Sri Lanka, head for Trincomalee, roughly 241 kilometres north-east of Colombo. Koneswaram Temple, Fort Frederick and Marble Beach are the start of reasons to visit.