Travelling from Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB): what you need to know
Flying during a popular month such as August? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Don't forget, you may need a visa to enter Sri Lanka. Visa requirements can differ and travel documentation requirements often change. Before organising your cheap ticket from ZAG to CMB, check with your carrier and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Franjo Tudman Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport is $675. The cheapest price for a return flight is $979. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap flight tickets from ZAG to CMB if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
Getting cheap flight tickets from Franjo Tudman Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across the month and snap up a great deal.
Log into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll be notified straight away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you the hassle of checking for cheap flight tickets from ZAG to CMB every day.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Franjo Tudman Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport.
Handy information about Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
Located around 16 kilometres from the centre of Zagreb, Franjo Tudman Airport can be reached in approximately 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey by public transport will take roughly 58 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near ZAG? If you're on an early flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near CMB instead:
Getting from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to central Colombo
From Bandaranaike International Airport, Colombo is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 39 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes roughly 1 hour and 31 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
August is the most popular month for flights from Franjo Tudman Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Colombo in April.
The warmest month in Colombo is March, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from Franjo Tudman Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap flight tickets from ZAG to CMB in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC and 32ºC on average.
More about Colombo
After booking your flights from ZAG to CMB, you'll need to find a hotel in Colombo. Make one of these options your base for exploring this exciting city:
Gangaramaya Temple and Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall are just the start of the popular attractions to put on your Colombo itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Viharamahadevi Park.
Complete your Colombo trip with hotels and a car rental
You've locked in your cheap ticket to Bandaranaike International Airport — next on the list is finding a great stay, and perhaps even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Colombo.