Flying from Toronto to Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB): What you need to know
The timezone in Colombo is UTC+5:30, which is ten hours 30 minutes ahead of Toronto. Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport is located in Colombo.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Toronto to CMB. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during high season in general.
Airports in Toronto
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Travelling from central Toronto to YYZ takes around 25 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
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When it comes to Toronto Pearson International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 68% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
YTZ is around 3 kilometres from central Toronto. It takes 10 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Toronto to CMB flight? Check in to a hotel near Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport before your adventure officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
70% of flights leaving Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport (YHM)
The trip to YHM from central Toronto is around 1 hour 50 minutes on public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you about 1 hour 10 minutes to cover the 72 kilometres or so.
Skip the rush on your departure day — stay close to John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport and know you'll reach your boarding gate with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Toronto to Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights get to their destinations within the expected time frame. At YHM, that figure is 68%.
About Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Consider staying in a hotel close to CMB if you have a late flight from Toronto to Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and call it a night faster:
Booking your ride around two weeks ahead of your Toronto to Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
Getting from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to central Colombo
Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Colombo. It takes around 40 minutes or so to drive to the city.
It'll take around 50 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
$827 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Toronto to Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport. Return flights start at $1,625. These prices can change based on demand.
To find cheap flights from Toronto to CMB, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first released.
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The best time to fly from Toronto to Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
November is the quietest month for flights from Toronto to Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), while February is the most popular. Work out the best time to go to Colombo based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Before locking in your Toronto to CMB plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Colombo, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Toronto to Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
More about Colombo
Once you've booked your flight from Toronto to Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Colombo:
Your trip to Colombo wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Major attractions that should be on your list include Mount Lavinia Beach, Sri Gangaramaya and Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall.
Explore more of Sri Lanka
Colombo has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Sri Lanka you should also see. Around 209 kilometres northeast of Colombo, a trip to Trincomalee will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Nilaveli Beach, Sea View Point and Koneswaram Temple.
Any trip through Sri Lanka isn't complete without visiting Kalmunai. Jamia Jummah Masjid (Kalmunai Town Red Mosque) and Kannaki Amman Kovil are just a couple of highlights in this destination, which is about 209 kilometres east of Colombo.