Flying from Tashkent International Airport (TAS) to Colombo: what you need to know
Tashkent International Airport is located in Tashkent. Following the UTC+5:30 timezone, Colombo is 30 minutes ahead of Tashkent.
To avoid rushing for your TAS to Colombo flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
To reach TAS from central Tashkent, it takes around 15 minutes if you're going by car. It's roughly 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Looking for a hotel close to TAS? If you've booked an early flight from Tashkent International Airport to Colombo, these stays set you up for a seamless send-off:
When it comes to Tashkent International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 71.87% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tashkent International Airport (TAS) to Colombo
$363 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Tashkent International Airport to Colombo flight. Return flight tickets start at $866. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap flights from TAS to Colombo, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
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Airports in Colombo
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)
The distance from Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) to central Colombo is roughly 16 kilometres. It takes around 40 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It'll take around 1 hour 15 minutes when travelling by public transport.
Book a hotel near RML if you're coming in on a late flight from Tashkent International Airport to Colombo. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is roughly 32 kilometres from the centre of Colombo. After your flight from Tashkent International Airport to Colombo, it'll take you around 40 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Public transport will get you there in around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near CMB. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your TAS to Colombo flight:
Forget about public transport schedules or slow-moving cab lines. Pick up a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Compare availability and rates from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion and Sixt.
Lock in the best price by reserving your ride from CMB two weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Colombo
Carefully consider your trip dates before locking in your flight from Tashkent International Airport to Colombo. The city buzzes in peak season, but rates are usually higher and attractions can get crowded. Plan your trip to Colombo in low season if you like a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Colombo is March, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your Tashkent International Airport to Colombo flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January sees average temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from TAS to Colombo around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Colombo
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Colombo right here. Browse these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Tashkent International Airport to Colombo:
Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall and Gangaramaya Temple are just two of the leading attractions to add to your Colombo to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Viharamahadevi Park.
Explore more of Sri Lanka
Colombo has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Sri Lanka just waiting to be discovered. Around 306 kilometres north of Colombo, a trip to Jaffna will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Sri Lanka, consider Trincomalee, about 241 kilometres north-east of Colombo. Koneswaram Temple, Fort Frederick and Marble Beach are the start of reasons to visit.