Travelling from Bahrain International Airport (BAH) to Colombo: what you need to know
Bahrain International Airport is located in Manama. Operating on the UTC+5:30 timezone, Colombo is 2 hours 30 minutes ahead of Manama.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from BAH to Colombo.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from BAH to Colombo. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Muscat International Airport (MCT)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
If you hold a passport from Bahrain, you will need an e-visa to visit Sri Lanka. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from Bahrain International Airport to Colombo for tourism purposes. The rules may be different if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always consult official visa guidelines before you book and certainly before you fly.
Travelling from central Manama to BAH takes about 47 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 17 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
After a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near BAH. Whether you have an early flight from Bahrain International Airport to Colombo or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
How to find the cheapest flights from Bahrain International Airport (BAH) to Colombo
Rs30,099 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Bahrain International Airport to Colombo. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs77,547. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from BAH to Colombo. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Getting cheap tickets from Bahrain International Airport to Colombo is easy if you can be flexible with your dates. Check out the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices throughout the month and score a great deal.
Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. We'll notify you right away if there's a better deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you the hassle of searching for flight tickets from BAH to Colombo every day.
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Airports in Colombo
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) to central Colombo takes around 39 minutes by car. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you around 1 hour and 16 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Bahrain International Airport to Colombo. Check in to one of these accommodation options near RML instead:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
The centre of Colombo is approximately 32 kilometres from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB). After your flight from Bahrain International Airport to Colombo has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 39 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 1 hour and 31 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to CMB. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from BAH to Colombo:
Best time to go to Colombo
Before scheduling your flights from Bahrain International Airport to Colombo, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Colombo offers a vibrant atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the off-season means you'll get better hotel deals and fewer crowds.
Lock in your flight from Bahrain International Airport to Colombo for March to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 24ºC to 33ºC.
Search for cheap flights from BAH to Colombo in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 22ºC and 32ºC on average.
More about Colombo
Once you've booked your flight from Bahrain International Airport to Colombo, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Colombo:
Gangaramaya Temple and Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall are just the start of the top attractions to put on your Colombo itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Viharamahadevi Park.
Complete your Colombo trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in Colombo and explore the city in your own time. Easily compare companies in one go to find the perfect set of wheels once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flights from Bahrain International Airport to Colombo.