Travelling from Colombo to Larnaca International Airport (LCA): 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 Larnaca International Airport (LCA) departing from here.
Larnaca is 3 hours 30 minutes behind Colombo. Larnaca International Airport is located in Larnaca, which operates on the UTC+2 timezone.
Your flight from Colombo to LCA won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Airports in Colombo
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight from Colombo to LCA that includes a stopover. To see all the options departing from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Major stopovers between CMB and LCA include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
The distance from central Colombo to CMB is approximately 32 kilometres. Use Google Maps for the best route, whether you plan to drive or take public transport.
Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near Bandaranaike International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Colombo to Larnaca International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
About Larnaca International Airport (LCA)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Colombo to Larnaca International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near LCA instead:
Getting from Larnaca International Airport (LCA) to central Larnaca
From Larnaca International Airport, Larnaca is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 13 minutes to reach the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo to Larnaca International Airport (LCA)
$798 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Colombo to Larnaca International Airport. Return flights start from $1,185. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.
To get your hands on flight tickets from Colombo to LCA, book as early as possible. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price in every month when searching for your ticket from Colombo to Larnaca International Airport.
Set up a Price Alert and keep an eye on changes on this route through email or push notifications. You'll know straight away when prices go down. Timing is key when finding flight tickets from Colombo to LCA.
Customise your trip by applying filters. Adjust the number of stops, total duration, and departure and arrival times to find the right flight from Colombo to Larnaca International Airport. You can also sort the results to see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' options first.
The best time to fly from Colombo to Larnaca International Airport (LCA)
February is the quietest time of year to travel to Larnaca. Alternatively, follow the crowds and take your trip in July. This is the most popular month for flights from Colombo to Larnaca International Airport.
Before locking in your flight from Colombo to LCA, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Larnaca, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC to 36ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from Colombo to Larnaca International Airport in February when temperatures average between 9ºC and 19ºC.
More about Larnaca
Once you've booked your flight from Colombo to Larnaca International Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Larnaca:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Larnaca Salt Lake, Landmark of Hala Sultan Tekkesi and Saint Lazarus Church are popular attractions which should be on any good Larnaca itinerary.
Complete your Larnaca trip with a car rental
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