Flying from Chikkalthana Airport (IXU) to Colombo: what you need to know
Colombo's timezone is UTC+5:30, which is the same as Aurangabad (the location of Chikkalthana Airport).
Allow plenty of time to make your IXU to Colombo flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're flying during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from IXU to Colombo with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
Travelling from central Aurangabad to IXU takes around 25 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 3 miles in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near IXU. Whether you're taking an early flight from Chikkalthana Airport to Colombo or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels put convenience first:
Of all flights leaving Chikkalthana Airport, 67.18% arrive on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chikkalthana Airport (IXU) to Colombo
The best price we've found for a one-way Chikkalthana Airport to Colombo flight is £89. The cheapest price for a return flight is £208. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from IXU to Colombo, book as early as possible. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Chikkalthana Airport to Colombo across the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
There's no need to keep checking in to see 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 IXU to Colombo.
Save money on your flight from Chikkalthana Airport to Colombo with the help of our filters. Select your ideal departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
Airports in Colombo
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) to the centre of Colombo takes around 40 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 10 miles away.
Travelling by public transport takes around 1 hour 15 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Chikkalthana Airport to Colombo, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near RML:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
After your flight from Chikkalthana Airport to Colombo has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in around 40 minutes by car. Central Colombo is roughly 20 miles from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB).
If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour 30 minutes or so.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near CMB. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your IXU to Colombo flight:
Forget about public transport timetables or cab lines. Grab a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Check out the availability and rates from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion and Sixt.
Avoid potential price surges. Booking your ride two weeks ahead of your arrival at CMB can help you lock in a better rate.
Best time to go to Colombo
Carefully consider your travel dates before securing your flight from Chikkalthana Airport to Colombo. The city buzzes during peak season, but prices are often higher and major attractions can be busy. Visit Colombo in the off-season if you like a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in a Chikkalthana 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).
January has average temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from IXU to Colombo around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Colombo
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Colombo right here. Explore these hotels once you've booked your flight from Chikkalthana Airport to Colombo:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall, Gangaramaya Temple and Viharamahadevi Park are popular attractions which should be on any good Colombo itinerary.
Explore more of Sri Lanka
Jaffna is just one of the many cities in Sri Lanka waiting to be explored after you've experienced Colombo. Around 190 miles away to the north, well-known attractions include Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library.
Around 150 miles north-east of Colombo, Trincomalee is another essential stop in Sri Lanka. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Koneswaram Temple, Fort Frederick and Marble Beach.
