Traveling from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Pune Airport (PNQ): what you need to know
Colombo and Pune follow the same timezone, UTC+5:30.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your CMB to PNQ flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Flying during a peak time like February? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Bandaranaike International Airport to Pune Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between CMB and PNQ include:
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport
Chennai Airport
Kempegowda International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Pune Airport (PNQ)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Bandaranaike International Airport to Pune Airport flight is $130. A round-trip ticket right now is $243. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To find cheap tickets from CMB to PNQ, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Pune Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from CMB to PNQ.
Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Pune Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Bandaranaike International Airport, data shows 75.71% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Colombo to Bandaranaike International Airport is around 32 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 40 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
You can expect a trip time of about 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Pune Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near CMB:
Arriving at Pune Airport (PNQ)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Bandaranaike International Airport to Pune Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near PNQ instead:
Grab a Pune Airport rental car and discover places that aren't on the usual tourist route. Europcar and Avis can hook you up with a set of wheels for your travels through Pune and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Pune Airport about one week ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Pune Airport (PNQ) to central Pune
Pune Airport to central Pune has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometers away.
It takes around 50 minutes if you're traveling by public transport.
When to fly to Pune Airport (PNQ)
April is the most popular month for flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Pune Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Pune in April.
The warmest month in Pune is April, with the temperature ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF). Book your flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Pune Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Search for cheap tickets from CMB to PNQ sometime then if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of India
Pune has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of India waiting to be discovered. Around 121 kilometers north-west of Pune, a trip to Mumbai will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Gateway of India, Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus and Marine Drive.
Around 322 kilometers north of Pune, Surat is another favorite stop in India. Experience major highlights starting with Jagdishchandra Bose Aquarium, Dutch Gardens and Surat Castle.