Traveling from Colombo to Dabolim Airport (GOI): What you need to know
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is Colombo's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Colombo to Dabolim Airport (GOI) leaving from here.
Colombo and Marmagao (where Dabolim Airport is located) share the UTC+5:30 timezone. That means you won't need to adjust your watch on arrival.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your flight from Colombo to GOI.
With more people on the move during peak seasons, you'll want to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow for extra wait times.
Airports in Colombo
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)
RML is around 16 kilometers from central Colombo. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near Colombo Ratmalana Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Colombo to Dabolim Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are just what you're after:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Knock a new city off your list or just take a moment to reset with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Colombo to Dabolim Airport, check out these options when taking off from Bandaranaike International Airport:
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
With public transport, you can travel from central Colombo to CMB in around 1 hour 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 32 kilometers away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 40 minutes.
Start your vacation early with an extra night away from home. Before your Colombo to GOI flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Bandaranaike International Airport:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Bandaranaike International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 75.71%.
About Dabolim Airport (GOI)
Have a late flight from Colombo to Dabolim Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Check in to one of these hotels near GOI and hit the lights earlier:
How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo to Dabolim Airport (GOI)
AED 445 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Colombo to Dabolim Airport. Return flights start at AED 819. These fares can change based on availability.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Colombo to GOI. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when searching for your Colombo to Dabolim Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Colombo to Dabolim Airport (GOI)
April is the quietest month for flights from Colombo to Dabolim Airport (GOI), while August is the most popular. Find the best time to visit Marmagao based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Marmagao is April, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your Colombo to GOI flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January sees temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Colombo to Dabolim Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Marmagao
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Marmagao right here. Check out these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Colombo to Dabolim Airport:
You'll find loads of exciting things to do in Marmagao when you're ready to sightsee. Make your way to Hansa Beach followed by Goa Beach Private Property and Picnic spot and Japanese Garden.
Explore more of India
Marmagao is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of India waiting to be discovered. Around 137 kilometers east of Marmagao, a trip to Hubli will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Shri Saibaba Swami Temple, Shri Radha Krishna Temple and Shri Hanuman Temple.
Around 177 kilometers north-east of Marmagao, Sāngli is another essential stop in India. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at chhatrapati shivaji maharaj garden, BAPS SHREE SWAMINARAYAN MANDIR, SANGLI and Shri Laxminarayan Mandir.
