Travelling from Surat Gujarat Airport (STV) to Colombo: what you need to know
Surat (the location of Surat Gujarat Airport) and Colombo follow the same timezone — UTC+5:30.
Leave plenty of time to catch your STV to Colombo flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper plane ticket from STV to Colombo. All you need to do is uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these airports:
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
Located around 11 kilometres from central Surat, STV can be reached in about 25 minutes by car. Travelling on public transport will take roughly 1 hour.
Catching an early flight from Surat Gujarat Airport to Colombo? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to STV:
80.83% of flights departing from Surat Gujarat Airport arrive at their destination on time. Given its strong on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when flying out of STV.
How to find the cheapest flights from Surat Gujarat Airport (STV) to Colombo
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Surat Gujarat Airport to Colombo flight is $210. The cheapest price for a return flight is $436. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from STV to Colombo, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first released.
Scoring cheap tickets from Surat Gujarat Airport to Colombo is easier if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' tool to get the best prices across the month and bag an epic deal.
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Airports in Colombo
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) to central Colombo takes around 40 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 16 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
If you have a late flight from Surat Gujarat Airport to Colombo, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near RML:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Once your flight from Surat Gujarat Airport to Colombo has landed, you can reach the city centre in around 40 minutes by car. Central Colombo is roughly 32 kilometres from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB).
You can expect the journey to take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
Following your STV to Colombo flight, rest your head at a hotel near CMB. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion or Sixt and make a speedy getaway.
Avoid potential price surges. Reserving your ride two weeks ahead of your arrival at CMB can land you a better rate.
Best time to go to Colombo
Carefully consider your travel dates before locking in your flight from Surat Gujarat Airport to Colombo. The city buzzes during peak season, but rates are usually higher and major attractions can get busy. Visit Colombo in the off-season for a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Colombo is March, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your Surat Gujarat Airport to Colombo plane ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
Look for cheap tickets from STV to Colombo in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) on average.
More about Colombo
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Colombo right here. Check out these hotels after locking in your flight from Surat Gujarat Airport to Colombo:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall, Gangaramaya Temple and Viharamahadevi Park are top attractions which should feature on any good Colombo itinerary.
Explore more of Sri Lanka
Colombo has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Sri Lanka you'll want to see. 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.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Sri Lanka, consider Trincomalee, roughly 241 kilometres north-east of Colombo. Koneswaram Temple, Fort Frederick and Marble Beach are highlights.
