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Colombo.$363 per passenger.Departing Tue, 19 Aug, returning Tue, 26 Aug.Return flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Varanasi on Tue, 19 Aug, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 26 Aug, arriving in Varanasi.Price includes taxes and charges.From $363, select.
Colombo.$369 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Sep, returning Thu, 18 Sep.Return flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Varanasi on Thu, 11 Sep, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, 18 Sep, arriving in Varanasi.Price includes taxes and charges.From $369, select.
Colombo.$378 per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 Aug, returning Tue, 2 Sep.Return flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Varanasi on Sat, 30 Aug, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 2 Sep, arriving in Varanasi.Price includes taxes and charges.From $378, select.
Colombo.$456 per passenger.Departing Thu, 13 Nov, returning Thu, 20 Nov.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Varanasi on Thu, 13 Nov, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, 20 Nov, arriving in Varanasi.Price includes taxes and charges.From $456, select.
Colombo.$476 per passenger.Departing Fri, 10 Oct, returning Tue, 14 Oct.Return flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Varanasi on Fri, 10 Oct, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 14 Oct, arriving in Varanasi.Price includes taxes and charges.From $476, select.
Colombo.$599 per passenger.Departing Mon, 29 Dec, returning Sun, 4 Jan.Return flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Varanasi on Mon, 29 Dec, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sun, 4 Jan, arriving in Varanasi.Price includes taxes and charges.From $599, select.
Colombo.$604 per passenger.Departing Tue, 23 Dec, returning Wed, 31 Dec.Return flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Varanasi on Tue, 23 Dec, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, 31 Dec, arriving in Varanasi.Price includes taxes and charges.From $604, select.

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Varanasi to Colombo Bandaranayake: Alternative routes

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Cheapest flight found$363
Cheapest month to flyAugust

Finding cheap flights from Varanasi to Colombo Bandaranayake: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Varanasi to Colombo Bandaranayake is $363. 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 Varanasi to Colombo Bandaranayake. But we found flights with one or more stops from $363.
As of August 2025, there are no flights flying from Varanasi to Colombo Bandaranayake.
The cheapest month to fly from Varanasi to Colombo Bandaranayake is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Varanasi Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport on Tuesday, 19 August 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Varanasi Airport and Colombo Bandaranayake Airport. 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 Bandaranayake 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.
Currently, Air India offers the cheapest flight tickets to Colombo Bandaranayake.

Travelling from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB): what you need to know

  • Varanasi and Colombo share the same timezone, UTC+5:30.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your VNS to CMB flight.

  • Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.

How to find the cheapest flights from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport flight is $151. A round-trip fare is currently $363. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.

  • It's often best to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from VNS to CMB. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.

  • Getting cheap flights from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across every month and snap up a great deal.

  • Spend less time searching for cheap flights from VNS to CMB by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when fares go down.

  • Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport.

Handy information about Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)

  • 55.22% of flights taking off from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport reach their destination on schedule.

  • Central Varanasi to Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport is approximately 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near VNS. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:

Arriving at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • If you have a late Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these hotels near CMB:

  • Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion or Sixt and explore beyond Colombo's usual tourist stops.

  • Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Bandaranaike International Airport about two weeks before your trip.

Getting from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to central Colombo

  • Bandaranaike International Airport to central Colombo has a drive time of about 40 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.

  • It takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to get there by public transport.

When to fly to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • February is the busiest month for flights from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Colombo in April.

  • The warmest month in Colombo is March, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your flights from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

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

Explore more of Sri Lanka

  • Moratuwa is just one of the many places in Sri Lanka waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Colombo. Around 18 kilometres away to the south, its top attractions include Boat House, Angulana Beach and Dilmah Conservation One Earth Arboretum.

  • Around 306 kilometres north of Colombo, Jaffna is another essential stop in Sri Lanka. No visit is complete without checking out Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library.

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