Travelling from Warsaw to Colombo: what you need to know
Warsaw has a couple of airports where you can kick off your trip. Explore your options for booking a flight from Warsaw to Colombo departing from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) or Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI).
Come in for landing at Colombo's major arrival point, Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB).
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from Warsaw to Colombo.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
If you hold a passport from Poland, you'll need an e-visa to visit Sri Lanka. This applies if you're booking a cheap flight from Warsaw to Colombo for tourism purposes. The rules may be different if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always consult official visa guidelines ahead of booking and certainly before flying.
Flying from Warsaw
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
The journey from central Warsaw to WAW takes around 1 hour and 9 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 21 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Need a handy hotel near Frederic Chopin Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Warsaw to Colombo, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI)
WMI is about 40 kilometres from central Warsaw. It'll take you 50 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour and 1 minute.
You're off on holiday, so why not spend an extra night away from home? Think about kicking back in one of these accommodation options near Warsaw-Modlin Airport the day before your flight from Warsaw to Colombo:
Arriving in Colombo
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) to central Colombo is approximately 16 kilometres. It takes around 39 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour and 16 minutes.
Book a hotel near RML if you're taking a late flight from Warsaw to Colombo. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Central Colombo is about 32 kilometres from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB). Once your flight from Warsaw to Colombo has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 39 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take about 1 hour and 31 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near CMB. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from Warsaw to Colombo:
How to find the cheapest flights from Warsaw to Colombo
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Warsaw to Colombo is $510. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $837. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from Warsaw to Colombo if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your ticket from Warsaw to Colombo.
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Best time to go to Colombo
Have a think about your trip dates before securing your flight from Warsaw to Colombo. The city buzzes during high season, but hotel rates are generally higher and top attractions can get crowded. Visit Colombo in the off-season if you want a more relaxed vibe.
Schedule your flight from Warsaw to Colombo for March if you'd like to head to the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Colombo to range from 24ºC to 33ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 22ºC and 32ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Warsaw to Colombo around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Colombo
Start your Colombo trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Warsaw to Colombo, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Gangaramaya Temple, Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall and Viharamahadevi Park are popular attractions which should be on any good Colombo itinerary.
Complete your Colombo trip with a car rental
Browse our lineup of car rentals once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Warsaw to Colombo. Whether you're searching for a compact ride, spacious sedan or even something that'll turn heads, you can easily compare companies in one go to find the perfect deal.