Flying from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Colombo: what you need to know
Around 10 hours 45 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Frankfurt Airport to Colombo.
Colombo is four hours 30 minutes ahead of Frankfurt, where Frankfurt Airport is located. Colombo follows the UTC+5:30 timezone.
With four flights a week between the two airports, Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is the most popular route. Catch SriLankan Airlines's 15:05 flight to get your journey from FRA to CMB underway.
Give yourself enough time to get on your FRA to Colombo flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Direct Frankfurt Airport to Colombo tickets are available for booking. Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) will be your arrival point.
Check out the offers from SriLankan Airlines. This airline operates direct flights from Frankfurt Airport to Colombo.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper flight ticket from FRA to Colombo. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these airports:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Located around 11 kilometres from the centre of Frankfurt, FRA can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near FRA. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Frankfurt Airport to Colombo or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are a convenient choice:
Of the flights that depart from Frankfurt Airport, 67.47% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Colombo
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Frankfurt Airport to Colombo flight is ر.ق. 943. The cheapest price for a return flight is ر.ق. 2,313. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from FRA to Colombo, book ahead. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
Scoring cheap tickets from Frankfurt Airport to Colombo is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' function to get the best prices across each month and snap up an incredible deal.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from FRA to Colombo by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Frankfurt Airport to Colombo.
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.
Travelling on public transport takes around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near RML if you're coming in on a late flight from Frankfurt Airport to Colombo. Select one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about rest:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
The centre of Colombo is located around 32 kilometres from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB). After your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Colombo has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 40 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 30 minutes.
You'll find some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near CMB. Kick back and get cosy after your FRA to Colombo flight at any of these well-located options:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion or Sixt and get going in the blink of an eye.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Reserving your ride two weeks ahead of your arrival at CMB will help you save.
Best time to go to Colombo
Carefully consider your trip dates before securing your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Colombo. The city buzzes in high season, but prices are typically higher and top attractions can get busy. Go to Colombo in the off-season if you prefer a more relaxed vibe.
Book a Frankfurt Airport to Colombo flight ticket with a departure in March to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 24ºC to 33ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from FRA to Colombo in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC and 32ºC on average.
More about Colombo
Start your Colombo trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Colombo, browse our range of hotels including:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall, Gangaramaya Temple and Viharamahadevi Park are essential stops on your Colombo itinerary.
Explore more of Sri Lanka
Colombo will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Sri Lanka you'll want to see. Around 306 kilometres north of Colombo, a visit to Jaffna will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library.
Around 241 kilometres north-east of Colombo, Trincomalee is another favourite stop in Sri Lanka. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Koneswaram Temple, Fort Frederick and Marble Beach.
