Flying from Birsa Munda Airport (IXR) to Colombo: what you need to know
Colombo's timezone is UTC+5:30, which is the same as Ranchi (the location of Birsa Munda Airport).
For a relaxed start to your IXR to Colombo flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper plane ticket from IXR to Colombo. All you need to do is uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
To reach IXR from central Ranchi, it takes about 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. It's roughly 3 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch an early flight from Birsa Munda Airport to Colombo? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to IXR:
Of the departures from Birsa Munda Airport, 63.79% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Birsa Munda Airport (IXR) to Colombo
The best price we've seen for a one-way Birsa Munda Airport to Colombo flight is $166. The cheapest price for a return flight is $331. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from IXR to Colombo if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
If you have flexibility with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when looking for a Birsa Munda Airport to Colombo ticket.
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Airports in Colombo
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)
The distance from Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) to central Colombo is roughly 16 kilometres. It takes around 40 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes around 1 hour 15 minutes when travelling by public transport.
Book a hotel close to RML if you're coming in on a late flight from Birsa Munda Airport to Colombo. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make arrival day easier:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Once your flight from Birsa Munda Airport to Colombo has touched down, you can reach the city centre in around 40 minutes by car. Central Colombo is roughly 32 kilometres from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB).
The trip will take about 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some comfortable places to rest your head close to CMB. Settle in and get cosy after your IXR to Colombo flight at any of these well-located options:
No need to worry about public transport schedules or waiting in a long cab line. Pick up a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Compare rates and availability from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion and Sixt.
Get the pick of the lot. Securing your ride from CMB two weeks in advance often means better prices and a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Colombo
Visit Colombo during the high season if you want a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book flights from Birsa Munda Airport to Colombo in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Book a Birsa Munda Airport to Colombo plane ticket with a departure in March if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from IXR to Colombo in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) on average.
More about Colombo
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Colombo right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Birsa Munda Airport to Colombo:
Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall and Gangaramaya Temple are just the start of the major attractions to put on your Colombo to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Viharamahadevi Park.
Explore more of Sri Lanka
Colombo will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of Sri Lanka just waiting to be explored. Around 306 kilometres north of Colombo, a visit to Jaffna will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library.
Trincomalee is another must-experience destination in Sri Lanka and is around 241 kilometres north-east of Colombo. No trip is complete without a visit to Koneswaram Temple, Fort Frederick and Marble Beach.
