Travelling from Colombo to Nadi International Airport (NAN): What you need to know
The timezone in Nadi is UTC+12, which is six hours 30 minutes ahead of Colombo. Nadi International Airport is located in Nadi.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Colombo to NAN. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During popular months such as February, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
Airports in Colombo
Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Colombo to NAN. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB). Slip in a stop (and skip the high fares) by flying through one of these popular options:
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
CMB is about 32 kilometres from central Colombo. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 50 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Colombo to Nadi International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
74% of flights taking off from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
About Nadi International Airport (NAN)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Colombo to Nadi International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near NAN instead:
Follow your own route with a Nadi International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from NCH Rentals, FlexWays or Coastal Rental Cars Fiji and venture far and wide through Nadi and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle around one week in advance of your Colombo to Nadi International Airport flight.
Getting from Nadi International Airport (NAN) to central Nadi
Nadi International Airport is around 10 kilometres from the centre of Nadi. It takes around 15 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo to Nadi International Airport (NAN)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Colombo to Nadi International Airport is $1,030. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,421. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Colombo to NAN if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Colombo to Nadi International Airport tickets across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know when a better deal is available on plane tickets from Colombo to NAN.
Lock in a cheap flight from Colombo to Nadi International Airport by using filters. Choose your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Colombo to Nadi International Airport (NAN)
Think about the kind of experience you want when picking your flight dates. February is the quietest month to visit Nadi. July is when most people book flights from Colombo to Nadi International Airport (NAN), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
The warmest month in Nadi is January, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your Colombo to NAN plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
August sees temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Colombo to Nadi International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Nadi
Once you've booked your flight from Colombo to Nadi International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Nadi:
Fiji 4WD Safaris and Mana Flyer are just two of the leading attractions to put on your Nadi to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Wailoaloa Beach Market.
Explore more of Fiji
Suva is just one of the many cities in Fiji waiting to be explored after you've experienced Nadi. Around 113 kilometres away to the southeast, check out popular attractions including Suva Harbour, Albert Park and Ratu Sukuna Park.
