Traveling from Warsaw to Colombo: what you need to know
Warsaw is home to a couple of airports where you can start your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Warsaw to Colombo flying out of Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) or Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI).
Come in for landing at Colombo's chief entry point, Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB).
Colombo is four hours 30 minutes ahead of Warsaw and follows the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Allow plenty of time to catch your Warsaw to Colombo flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a popular month like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Warsaw to Colombo
Booking early is often the key to locking in a cheap Warsaw to Colombo flight. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
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Flying from Warsaw
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
WAW is about 8 kilometers from central Warsaw. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
In search of a handy hotel close to Frederic Chopin Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Warsaw to Colombo, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Frederic Chopin Airport, data shows 77.68% of flights complete their journey on time.
Arriving in Colombo
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) is approximately 13 kilometers from central Colombo. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 40 minutes.
Traveling to the center on public transport typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Warsaw to Colombo. Stay at one of these accommodation options near RML instead:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is around 27 kilometers from central Colombo. Following your flight from Warsaw to Colombo, it'll take you approximately 40 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you 1 hour 30 minutes or so.
Forget about public transport schedules or long cab lines. Pick up a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Check out the rates and availability from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion and Sixt.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Booking your ride two weeks before your arrival at CMB will help you save.
Best time to go to Colombo
Have a think about your travel dates before locking in your flight from Warsaw to Warsaw. The city comes alive during high season, but rates are generally higher and major attractions can get busy. Visit Warsaw in the low season if you like a more relaxed vibe.
Book a Warsaw to Colombo ticket departing in March if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Colombo to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you like traveling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Warsaw to Colombo in January when temperatures average between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
More about Colombo
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Colombo right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Warsaw to Colombo:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Gangaramaya Temple, Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall and Viharamahadevi Park are major attractions which should feature on every Colombo itinerary.
Explore more of Sri Lanka
Moratuwa is just one of the many places in Sri Lanka waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Colombo. Around 18 kilometers to the south, check out popular attractions including Boat House, Angulana Beach and Dilmah Conservation One Earth Arboretum.
Around 306 kilometers north of Colombo, Jaffna is another essential stop in Sri Lanka. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library.