Travelling from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Colombo: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Colombo is 11 hours 15 minutes.
The timezone in Colombo is UTC+5:30. The city is four hours 30 minutes ahead of Paris, where Charles de Gaulle Airport is located.
The busiest route is from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB). You can choose from two services every week between these two airports. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from CDG to CMB is the 14:40 SriLankan Airlines option. If you prefer to travel later, the last departure is at 15:05 with SriLankan Airlines.
Leave plenty of time to make your CDG to Colombo flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as June? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Direct Charles de Gaulle Airport to Colombo tickets are available for booking. Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is where you'll disembark.
SriLankan Airlines is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Colombo.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from CDG to Colombo with a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. The most sought-after stopovers include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
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Travelling from central Paris to CDG takes about 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 23 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near CDG. Whether you've booked an early flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Colombo or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are a convenient choice:
61.46% of flights that depart Charles de Gaulle Airport reach their destination on schedule.
CDG is located at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
How to find the cheapest flights from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Colombo
P21,653 is currently the best price for a one-way Charles de Gaulle Airport to Colombo flight. Return plane tickets start at P40,230. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap flights from CDG to Colombo, book your journey two months ahead of your planned departure.
June is the best month for scoring an amazing deal on Charles de Gaulle Airport to Colombo tickets. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Airports in Colombo
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) is around 16 kilometers from the centre of Colombo. If you're getting a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes about 40 minutes.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes.
Look into staying at a hotel near RML if you have a late flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Colombo. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is about 32 kilometres from central Colombo. Once you've hopped off your flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Colombo, it'll take you around 40 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 1 hour 30 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to CMB. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your CDG to Colombo flight:
No need to worry about public transport schedules or slow-moving cab lines. Grab a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Check out the availability and rates from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion and Sixt.
Snap up the best price by booking your ride from CMB two weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Colombo
Carefully consider your trip dates before locking in your flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Colombo. The city buzzes in peak season, but rates are usually higher and major attractions can be busy. Visit Colombo in low season if you prefer a quieter vibe.
Book a Charles de Gaulle Airport to Colombo plane ticket with a departure in March if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from CDG to Colombo in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) on average.
More about Colombo
After booking your flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Colombo, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Colombo:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall, Gangaramaya Temple and Viharamahadevi Park are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Colombo itinerary.
Explore more of Sri Lanka
Colombo has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Sri Lanka waiting to be explored. Around 306 kilometers north of Colombo, a trip to Jaffna will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library.
Trincomalee is another must-experience destination in Sri Lanka and is around 241 kilometers north-east of Colombo. No trip is complete without visiting Koneswaram Temple, Fort Frederick and Marble Beach.