Travelling from Falcone-Borsellino Airport (PMO) to Colombo: what you need to know
The timezone in Colombo is UTC+5:30. The city is four hours 30 minutes ahead of Palermo, where Falcone-Borsellino Airport is located.
To avoid missing your PMO to Colombo flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Planning to travel during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Stopovers offer the perfect opportunity to discover a new place or just have a break during your trip. When searching for a plane ticket from PMO to Colombo, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to check out all potential stops. Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is a great option.
PMO is around 24 kilometres from central Palermo. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 55 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Falcone-Borsellino Airport to Colombo? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to PMO:
Of the departures from Falcone-Borsellino Airport, 70.75% arrive on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Falcone-Borsellino Airport (PMO) to Colombo
$558 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Falcone-Borsellino Airport to Colombo flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $990. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to securing a cheap flight from PMO to Colombo. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across every month when searching for your Falcone-Borsellino Airport to Colombo ticket.
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Airports in Colombo
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) is around 16 kilometres from the centre of Colombo. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive takes about 40 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Falcone-Borsellino Airport to Colombo. Reserve one of these accommodation options near RML instead:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is about 32 kilometres from central Colombo. After your flight from Falcone-Borsellino Airport to Colombo, it'll take you around 40 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
After stepping off your PMO to Colombo flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel near CMB. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion or Sixt and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Snap up a deal by booking your ride from CMB two weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Colombo
Carefully consider your dates before booking your flight from Falcone-Borsellino Airport to Colombo. The city comes alive during high season, but prices are often higher and major attractions can get busy. Go to Colombo in low season if you want a quieter vibe.
The warmest month in Colombo is March, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your Falcone-Borsellino Airport to Colombo plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Look for cheap tickets from PMO to Colombo in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) on average.
More about Colombo
Start your Colombo trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Falcone-Borsellino Airport to Colombo, check out our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall, Gangaramaya Temple and Viharamahadevi Park are highlights which should be on any good Colombo itinerary.
Explore more of Sri Lanka
Colombo is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Sri Lanka just waiting to be discovered. Around 306 kilometres north of Colombo, a trip to Jaffna will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library.
Trincomalee is another well-known destination in Sri Lanka and is around 241 kilometres north-east of Colombo. No trip is complete without seeing Koneswaram Temple, Fort Frederick and Marble Beach.
