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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Hamad International to Colombo flights are currently cheapest in May.

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Doha to Colombo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs36,716
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time4 hrs, 48 mins
Most popular airlineQatar Airways
Average flights per week330

Finding cheap flights from Hamad International to Colombo: Frequently asked questions

There are 5 airports in Colombo: Kelaniya, Colombo Ratmalana, Colombo Bandaranayake, Bentota River, and Katugastota.
The best price we found for a return flight from Hamad International to Colombo is Rs66,355. 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.
4 hours and 48 minutes is the average flight time from Hamad International to Colombo.
Qatar Airways, SriLankan Airlines and Oman Air fly direct from Hamad International to Colombo.
As of March 2025, there are 330 flights per week flying from Hamad International to Colombo.
The cheapest month to fly from Hamad International to Colombo is usually March 2025.
If you're flying from Hamad International Airport, the cheapest airport near Colombo is Colombo Bandaranayake – which is 27.5 km away from the centre of Colombo. We've found flights into this airport from Rs66,355.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Hamad International Airport to Colombo on Monday, 14 April 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 48 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 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.
In March, the average temperature is usually around 28°C. May is typically the warmest month in Colombo, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 25°C. The rainiest month is November.
Currently, Air Arabia and SriLankan Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Colombo.

Flying from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Colombo: what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Hamad International Airport to Colombo is 5 hours 3 minutes.

  • Hamad International Airport is located in Doha. Based in the UTC+5:30 timezone, Colombo is 2 hours 30 minutes ahead of Doha.

  • The busiest route is from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB). You can select from 61 services every week between these two airports. If you want to take off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from DOH to CMB is the 01:25 Qatar Airways service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 22:40 with SriLankan Airlines.

  • To ensure you catch your flight from DOH to Colombo, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • Travelling over a peak time such as August? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • You can book a direct flight from Hamad International Airport to Colombo. Begin your journey at DOH and arrive at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB).

  • Qatar Airways is a well-known airline that operates direct flights from Hamad International Airport to Colombo.

  • Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and maybe even visit a new city. When browsing flights from DOH to Colombo, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:

    • Muscat International Airport (MCT)

    • Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)

    • Velana International Airport (MLE)

  • If you hold a passport from Qatar, you will need an e-visa to visit Sri Lanka. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Hamad International Airport to Colombo for tourism purposes. Requirements may change if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always consult official visa guidelines ahead of booking and certainly before you fly.

  • The journey from central Doha to DOH takes about 39 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 16 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Want a handy hotel close to DOH? If you've booked an early flight from Hamad International Airport to Colombo, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:

How to find the cheapest flights from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Colombo

  • Rs36,716 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Hamad International Airport to Colombo. A return flight starts at Rs66,355. These fares may change depending on demand.

  • To score cheap tickets from DOH to Colombo, book your trip 8 months before your planned departure.

  • Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Hamad International Airport to Colombo. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.

  • Set up a Price Alert for flight tickets from DOH to Colombo. You don't need to search every day to see whether fares have dropped. We'll notify you as soon as there's a change in price.

  • Play around with the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Hamad International Airport to Colombo, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.

Airports in Colombo

Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)

  • Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) to the centre of Colombo takes about 39 minutes by car. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.

  • When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour and 16 minutes.

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from Hamad International Airport to Colombo, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage 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 Hamad International Airport to Colombo has arrived, you can get to the city centre in about 39 minutes by car. Central Colombo is roughly 32 kilometres from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB).

  • You can expect the trip to take about 1 hour and 31 minutes on public transport.

  • There are some great places where you can make a pit stop near CMB. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your flight from DOH to Colombo at any of these perfectly located options:

Best time to go to Colombo

  • Carefully consider your trip dates before securing your flight from Hamad International Airport to Colombo. The city comes alive during peak season, but hotel prices are generally higher and top attractions can be crowded. Visit Colombo in low season for a more relaxed vibe.

  • Lock in your flight from Hamad International Airport to Colombo for March to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 24ºC to 33ºC.

  • Search for cheap flights from DOH to Colombo in January if you'd rather travel during 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 Hamad International Airport to Colombo, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Colombo:

  • There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Gangaramaya Temple, Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall and Viharamahadevi Park are top sights which should be on any well-planned Colombo itinerary.

Complete your Colombo trip with a car rental

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