Flying from Gorakhpur Airport (GOP) to Colombo: what you need to know
Gorakhpur (the location of Gorakhpur Airport) and Colombo share the same timezone — UTC+5:30.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your GOP to Colombo flight.
Flying over a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper plane ticket from GOP to Colombo. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these airports:
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
To reach GOP from central Gorakhpur, it takes about 20 minutes by car. It's roughly 6 kms (4 miles) from the airport to the city centre.
Booked an early flight from Gorakhpur Airport to Colombo? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to GOP:
Of all flights leaving Gorakhpur Airport, 56.1% touch down on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Gorakhpur Airport (GOP) to Colombo
£116 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Gorakhpur Airport to Colombo flight. A return ticket right now is £254. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from GOP to Colombo if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
If you have flexibility with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when looking for your Gorakhpur Airport to Colombo ticket.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's an even bigger deal on cheap flights from GOP to Colombo.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Gorakhpur Airport to Colombo by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'
Airports in Colombo
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)
The distance from Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) to central Colombo is roughly 16 kms (10 miles). It takes around 40 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Gorakhpur Airport to Colombo, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near RML:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
After your flight from Gorakhpur Airport to Colombo has touched down, you can reach the city centre in about 40 minutes by car. Central Colombo is roughly 32 kms (20 miles) from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB).
You can expect the trip to take about 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places to call home for the night near CMB. Unwind and get cosy after your GOP to Colombo flight at any of these well-located options:
Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion and Sixt make collecting a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car easy and quick. These reliable suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Get the pick of the lot. Securing your ride from CMB two weeks in advance often means lower prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Colombo
Travel to Colombo during the high season if you like a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Gorakhpur Airport to Colombo during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Book a Gorakhpur Airport to Colombo plane ticket with a departure in March if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from GOP to Colombo around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Colombo
Once you've booked your flight from Gorakhpur Airport to Colombo, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these options your base for exploring Colombo:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall, Gangaramaya Temple and Viharamahadevi Park are must-do's during your Colombo adventure.
Explore more of Sri Lanka
Colombo is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Sri Lanka you'll want to see. About 306 kms (190 miles) north of Colombo, a visit to Jaffna will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library.
Trincomalee is another essential stop in Sri Lanka and is around 241 kms (150 miles) north-east of Colombo. No journey is complete without experiencing Koneswaram Temple, Fort Frederick and Marble Beach.
