Travelling from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB): what you need to know
Travelling during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To look at your options for flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between FCO and CMB include:
Hamad International Airport
Ben Gurion International Airport
Kuwait International Airport
To see whether you need a visa to enter Sri Lanka, contact your carrier and the local embassy or consulate. They'll provide you with the most current information, including other paperwork you may need after booking your cheap ticket from FCO to CMB.
How to find the cheapest flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
₹ 17,911 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport. Return flights start from ₹ 52,003. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flight tickets from FCO to CMB if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
Finding cheap flight tickets from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices across each month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Rome. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 39 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 51 minutes.
After a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near FCO. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near CMB:
Getting from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to central Colombo
From Bandaranaike International Airport, Colombo is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 39 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 1 hour and 31 minutes.
When to fly to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
August is the busiest month for flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Colombo in April.
The warmest month in Colombo is March, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from FCO to CMB in January. Average temperatures are between 22ºC and 32ºC then.
More about Colombo
If you're looking for somewhere to lay your head, you can find the most popular stays in Colombo right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from FCO to CMB:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Gangaramaya Temple, Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall and Viharamahadevi Park are must-do's during your Colombo adventure.
Complete your Colombo trip with hotels and a car rental
We've got more party tricks up our sleeve than just comparing flights. Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Bandaranaike International Airport, check out our great car rental deals that'll give you the freedom to see the sights at your own pace. Next, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your perfect Colombo stay.