Travelling from Cluj-Napoca International Airport (CLJ) to Colombo: what you need to know
Cluj-Napoca International Airport is located in Cluj-Napoca. Based in the UTC+5:30 timezone, Colombo is three hours 30 minutes ahead of Cluj-Napoca.
Give yourself enough time to make your CLJ to Colombo flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading away during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Stopovers offer the perfect opportunity to explore a new city or just take a break during your trip. When looking for a plane ticket from CLJ to Colombo, deselect 'Direct flights only' to explore all potential stops. Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is a popular stop on this route.
Travelling from central Cluj-Napoca to CLJ takes about 35 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 3 miles in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Cluj-Napoca International Airport to Colombo? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to CLJ:
Of the departures from Cluj-Napoca International Airport, 72.0% land on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cluj-Napoca International Airport (CLJ) to Colombo
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Cluj-Napoca International Airport to Colombo flight is £199. The cheapest price for a return flight is £409. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to securing a cheap flight from CLJ to Colombo. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
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Airports in Colombo
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)
The distance from Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) to central Colombo is roughly 10 miles. It takes around 40 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It'll take around 1 hour 15 minutes to get there by public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Cluj-Napoca International Airport to Colombo, few things beat 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)
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is about 20 miles from the centre of Colombo. Following your flight from Cluj-Napoca International Airport to Colombo, it'll take you around 40 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
The journey will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
After stepping off your CLJ to Colombo flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to CMB. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or long cab queues. Pick up a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Check out the rates and availability from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion and Sixt.
Get the pick of the lot. Reserving your ride from CMB two weeks in advance often means lower prices and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Colombo
Travel to Colombo in high season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book flights from Cluj-Napoca International Airport to Colombo in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Book a Cluj-Napoca International Airport to Colombo plane ticket with a departure in March to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CLJ to Colombo in January when temperatures average between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
More about Colombo
After booking your flight from Cluj-Napoca International Airport to Colombo, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Colombo:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall, Gangaramaya Temple and Viharamahadevi Park are essential stops on your Colombo itinerary.
Explore more of Sri Lanka
Jaffna is just one of the many cities in Sri Lanka waiting to be discovered once you've seen Colombo. Around 190 miles away to the north, well-known attractions include Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library.
If you're ready to explore another side of Sri Lanka, head for Trincomalee, roughly 150 miles north-east of Colombo. Koneswaram Temple, Fort Frederick and Marble Beach are highlights.