Flying from Alice Springs Airport (ASP) to Colombo: what you need to know
Colombo is four hours behind Alice Springs, where Alice Springs Airport is located. Colombo runs on the UTC+5:30 timezone.
To avoid missing your ASP to Colombo flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
Whether you want to explore another city as part of your journey or just have a break, we make it easy to find plane tickets from ASP to Colombo with a stopover. To check out your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) is a top connection hub.
ASP is around 11 kilometers from central Alice Springs. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions.
72.7% of flights departing from Alice Springs Airport touch down at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Alice Springs Airport (ASP) to Colombo
The best price we've seen for a one-way Alice Springs Airport to Colombo flight is $1,075. The cheapest price for a return flight is $893. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from ASP to Colombo. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
Scoring cheap tickets from Alice Springs Airport to Colombo is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' function to access the lowest fares throughout the month and snap up an incredible deal.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from ASP to Colombo by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Alice Springs Airport to Colombo by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'
Airports in Colombo
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) is around 16 kilometers from central Colombo. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 40 minutes.
Traveling by public transport takes around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to RML if you have a late flight from Alice Springs Airport to Colombo. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about rest:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
After your flight from Alice Springs Airport to Colombo has touched down, you can reach the city center in about 40 minutes by car. Central Colombo is roughly 32 kilometers from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB).
The journey will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel near CMB. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your ASP to Colombo flight:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion or Sixt and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Score the best price by securing your ride from CMB two weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Colombo
Before securing your flights from Alice Springs Airport to Colombo, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Colombo offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while low season brings cheaper hotel deals and smaller crowds.
When booking your Alice Springs Airport to Colombo flight ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. March is the warmest month in Colombo, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from ASP to Colombo in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) on average.
More about Colombo
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Colombo right here. Explore these hotels once you've booked your flight from Alice Springs Airport to Colombo:
All great vacations should include some sightseeing. Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall, Gangaramaya Temple and Viharamahadevi Park are essential stops on your Colombo itinerary.
Explore more of Sri Lanka
Colombo will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of Sri Lanka waiting to be discovered. Around 306 kilometers north of Colombo, a visit to Jaffna will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library.
Trincomalee is another sought-after destination in Sri Lanka and is around 241 kilometers north-east of Colombo. No journey is complete without a visit to Koneswaram Temple, Fort Frederick and Marble Beach.
