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Colombo.$723 per passenger.Departing Sat, 15 Nov, returning Sat, 29 Nov.Return flight with Wizz Air Malta and Air Arabia Abu Dhabi.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Vienna on Sat, 15 Nov, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sat, 29 Nov, arriving in Vienna.Price includes taxes and charges.From $723, select.
Colombo.$784 per passenger.Departing Tue, 14 Oct, returning Tue, 21 Oct.Return flight with Wizz Air Malta and Air Arabia Abu Dhabi.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Vienna on Tue, 14 Oct, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 21 Oct, arriving in Vienna.Price includes taxes and charges.From $784, select.
Colombo.$901 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Sep, returning Mon, 15 Sep.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Vienna on Tue, 2 Sep, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 15 Sep, arriving in Vienna.Price includes taxes and charges.From $901, select.
Colombo.$909 per passenger.Departing Sun, 31 Aug, returning Mon, 29 Sep.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Vienna on Sun, 31 Aug, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 29 Sep, arriving in Vienna.Price includes taxes and charges.From $909, select.
Colombo.$909 per passenger.Departing Tue, 23 Sep, returning Wed, 1 Oct.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Vienna on Tue, 23 Sep, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Vienna.Price includes taxes and charges.From $909, select.
Colombo.$964 per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 Nov, returning Mon, 8 Dec.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Vienna on Tue, 25 Nov, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 8 Dec, arriving in Vienna.Price includes taxes and charges.From $964, select.
Colombo.$969 per passenger.Departing Sat, 18 Oct, returning Sat, 22 Nov.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Vienna on Sat, 18 Oct, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sat, 22 Nov, arriving in Vienna.Price includes taxes and charges.From $969, select.
Colombo.$969 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Sep, returning Tue, 9 Dec.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Vienna on Tue, 9 Sep, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 9 Dec, arriving in Vienna.Price includes taxes and charges.From $969, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Vienna to Colombo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Vienna to Colombo flights are currently cheapest in November.
Jul
from $1,406
Aug
from $1,321
Sep
from $901
Oct
from $784
Nov
from $723
Dec
from $988
Jan
from $1,024
Feb
from $1,024
Mar
from $1,022
Apr
from $1,065
May
from $1,077
Jun
from $1,068

Alternative Vienna to Colombo routes

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Vienna to Colombo: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$723
Cheapest month to flyNovember

Finding cheap flights from Vienna to Colombo: Frequently asked questions

There are 5 airports in Colombo: Kelaniya, Colombo Ratmalana, Colombo Bandaranayake, Bentota River, and Katugastota.
The best price we found for a return flight from Vienna to Colombo is $723. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Vienna to Colombo. But we found flights with one or more stops from $723.
As of July 2025, there are no flights flying from Vienna to Colombo.
The cheapest month to fly from Vienna to Colombo is usually November.
If you're flying from Vienna Airport, the cheapest airport near Colombo is Colombo Bandaranayake – which is 27.5 km away from the centre of Colombo. We've found flights into this airport from $723.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Vienna Airport to Colombo on Saturday, 15 November 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Vienna Airport and Colombo. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Colombo but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Colombo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In July, the average temperature is usually around 26°C. May is typically the warmest month in Colombo, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 25°C. The rainiest month is November.
Currently, Wizz Air Malta offers the cheapest flight tickets to Colombo.

Travelling from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Colombo: what you need to know

  • The timezone in Colombo is UTC+5:30. The city is four hours 30 minutes ahead of Vienna, where Vienna International Airport is located.

  • For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your VIE to Colombo flight.

  • If you're heading away during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.

  • Located around 16 kilometres from central Vienna, VIE can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour.

  • Looking for a hotel close to VIE? If you're boarding an early flight from Vienna International Airport to Colombo, these stays put the terminal practically at your doorstep:

  • 78.59% of flights departing from Vienna International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.

How to find the cheapest flights from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Colombo

  • $364 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Vienna International Airport to Colombo flight. Return flight tickets start from $723. These fares may change based on demand and availability.

  • Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from VIE to Colombo if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.

  • If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when looking for a Vienna International Airport to Colombo ticket.

  • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from VIE to Colombo by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Vienna International Airport to Colombo.

Airports in Colombo

Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)

  • Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) is around 16 kilometres from central Colombo. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 40 minutes.

  • Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes.

  • If you're arriving on a late flight from Vienna International Airport to Colombo, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near RML:

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • After your flight from Vienna International Airport to Colombo has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in around 40 minutes by car. Central Colombo is roughly 32 kilometres from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB).

  • You can expect the journey to take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.

  • Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near CMB. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your VIE to Colombo flight:

  • Forget about public transport schedules or long cab queues. Grab a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Check out the availability and rates from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion and Sixt.

  • Get what you want, not just what's left over. Booking your ride from CMB two weeks in advance often means lower prices and a greater range of vehicles.

Best time to go to Colombo

  • Visit Colombo during peak season if you want a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices may be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Vienna International Airport to Colombo during low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.

  • When booking your Vienna International Airport to Colombo flight ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. March is the warmest month in Colombo, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from VIE to Colombo in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) on average.

More about Colombo

  • After booking your flight from Vienna International Airport to Colombo, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these options your base for exploring Colombo:

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall, Gangaramaya Temple and Viharamahadevi Park are top attractions which should be on any well-planned Colombo itinerary.

Explore more of Sri Lanka

  • Jaffna is just one of the many places in Sri Lanka waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Colombo. Around 306 kilometres away to the north, popular attractions include Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library.

  • Around 241 kilometres north-east of Colombo, Trincomalee is another essential stop in Sri Lanka. Start your sightseeing at Koneswaram Temple, Fort Frederick and Marble Beach.

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