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Colombo.ر.ق.‏ 353 per passenger.Departing Sun, 10 Aug.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Thiruvananthapuram on Sun, 10 Aug, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 353, select.
Colombo.ر.ق.‏ 366 per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Jul.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Thiruvananthapuram on Sat, 5 Jul, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 366, select.
Colombo.ر.ق.‏ 381 per passenger.Departing Sat, 14 Jun.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Thiruvananthapuram on Sat, 14 Jun, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 381, select.
Colombo.ر.ق.‏ 393 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Sep.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Thiruvananthapuram on Thu, 11 Sep, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 393, select.
Colombo.ر.ق.‏ 462 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Feb.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Thiruvananthapuram on Wed, 4 Feb, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 462, select.
Colombo.ر.ق.‏ 508 per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Sep.One-way flight with SriLankan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with SriLankan Airlines departs from Thiruvananthapuram on Thu, 18 Sep, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 508, select.
Colombo.ر.ق.‏ 508 per passenger.Departing Fri, 13 Jun.One-way flight with SriLankan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with SriLankan Airlines departs from Thiruvananthapuram on Fri, 13 Jun, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 508, select.
Colombo.ر.ق.‏ 509 per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Dec.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Thiruvananthapuram on Sat, 6 Dec, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 509, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Thiruvananthapuram to Colombo Bandaranayake

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Thiruvananthapuram to Colombo Bandaranayake flights are currently cheapest in August.
Jun
from ر.ق.‏ 381
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from ر.ق.‏ 366
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from ر.ق.‏ 353
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from ر.ق.‏ 393
Oct
from ر.ق.‏ 512
Nov
from ر.ق.‏ 540
Dec
from ر.ق.‏ 509
Jan
from ر.ق.‏ 561
Feb
from ر.ق.‏ 462
Mar
from ر.ق.‏ 954
Apr
from ر.ق.‏ 728
May
from ر.ق.‏ 720

Direct flights from Thiruvananthapuram to Colombo Bandaranayake

Thiruvananthapuram to Colombo Bandaranayake: Alternative routes

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Thiruvananthapuram to Colombo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundر.ق.‏ 353
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time58 mins
Most popular airlineSriLankan Airlines
Average flights per week10

Finding cheap flights from Thiruvananthapuram to Colombo Bandaranayake: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Thiruvananthapuram to Colombo Bandaranayake is ر.ق.‏ 606. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
58 minutes is the average flight time from Thiruvananthapuram to Colombo Bandaranayake.
SriLankan Airlines and Air India fly direct from Thiruvananthapuram to Colombo Bandaranayake.
As of June 2025, there are 10 flights per week flying from Thiruvananthapuram to Colombo Bandaranayake.
The cheapest month to fly from Thiruvananthapuram to Colombo Bandaranayake is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Thiruvananthapuram Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport on Saturday, 6 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 58 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Colombo Bandaranayake but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Colombo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, SriLankan Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Colombo Bandaranayake.

Travelling from Trivandrum International Airport (TRV) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB): what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from Trivandrum International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport is 1 hour.

  • Thiruvananthapuram and Colombo share the same timezone, UTC+5:30.

  • Choose from 12 weekly Trivandrum International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport flights. The 10:20 departure with SriLankan Airlines is the earliest you can take. SriLankan Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 10:20.

  • Leave plenty of time to make your TRV to CMB flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.

  • SriLankan Airlines is your ticket to exploring Colombo (and perhaps some other exciting corners of Sri Lanka!). Check out the direct flights from Trivandrum International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport offered by this popular airline.

  • The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is SriLankan Airlines.

  • SriLankan Airlines leads the way as the most punctual carrier for TRV to CMB flights, with 81.82% of services reaching their destination on schedule.

How to find the cheapest flights from Trivandrum International Airport (TRV) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • Right now, ر.ق.‏ 353 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Trivandrum International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ر.ق.‏ 606. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from TRV to CMB, book your trip seven months before your departure.

  • Organise your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Trivandrum International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across every month.

  • Never miss a deal on cheap flights from TRV to CMB by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.

  • Discover the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Trivandrum International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.

Handy information about Trivandrum International Airport (TRV)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Trivandrum International Airport, 79.04% of flights complete their journey on time.

  • Central Thiruvananthapuram to Trivandrum International Airport is around 0.16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 0 hours to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • Have an early flight from Trivandrum International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to TRV:

Arriving at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • If you're coming in on a late Trivandrum International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these hotels near CMB:

  • Explore without limits with a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion or Sixt and chase adventure across Colombo and beyond.

  • Reserving your ride from Bandaranaike International Airport around two weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.

Getting from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to central Colombo

  • Bandaranaike International Airport to central Colombo has a drive time of around 40 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.

  • If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 30 minutes.

When to fly to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • February is the most popular month for flights from Trivandrum International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Colombo in April.

  • Before locking in your flight from Trivandrum International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Colombo, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC to 33ºC.

  • For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from TRV to CMB in January. Average temperatures are between 22ºC and 32ºC then.

Explore more of Sri Lanka

  • You've visited Colombo, now it's time to explore other parts of Sri Lanka. Travel about 18 kilometres south to Moratuwa to check off its must-visit sights. From Boat House to Angulana Beach and Dilmah Conservation One Earth Arboretum, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

  • Jaffna is another favourite destination in Sri Lanka and is around 306 kilometres north of Colombo. No trip is complete without experiencing Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library.

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