Travelling from Valencia Airport (VLC) to Colombo: what you need to know
Colombo is 4 hours 30 minutes ahead of Valencia, where Valencia Airport is located. Colombo operates on the UTC+5:30 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from VLC to Colombo, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as July, it's wise to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
To travel to Sri Lanka for tourism purposes, you will require an e-visa if you have a passport from Spain. However, visa rules are subject to change and you may need additional documents depending on the purpose and length of your visit. Always check the most recent guidelines before you book your cheap ticket from Valencia Airport to Colombo.
Located around 13 kilometres from the centre of Valencia, VLC can be reached in approximately 22 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 33 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Valencia Airport to Colombo? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to VLC:
How to find the cheapest flights from Valencia Airport (VLC) to Colombo
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Valencia Airport to Colombo is Rs67,330. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs166,945. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from VLC to Colombo if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for your ticket from Valencia Airport to Colombo.
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Airports in Colombo
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) to central Colombo is roughly 16 kilometres. It'll take you about 39 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 16 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near RML if you have a late flight from Valencia Airport to Colombo. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
After your flight from Valencia Airport to Colombo has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in around 39 minutes by car. Central Colombo is roughly 32 kilometres from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB).
You can also opt for public transport, which will take about 1 hour and 31 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near CMB. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from VLC to Colombo:
Best time to go to Colombo
Visit Colombo during peak season if you want a vibrant atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Valencia Airport to Colombo during low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Lock in your flight from Valencia Airport to Colombo for March to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 24ºC to 33ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 22ºC and 32ºC. Search for cheap flights from VLC to Colombo sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Colombo
Start your Colombo trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Valencia Airport to Colombo, explore our range of accommodation options including:
Gangaramaya Temple and Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall are just two of the top-rated attractions to add to your Colombo to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Viharamahadevi Park.
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