Flying from Dallas to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB): What you need to know
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is Dallas's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Dallas to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) jetting off from here.
Bandaranaike International Airport is located in Colombo. The city operates on the UTC+5:30 timezone and is ten hours 30 minutes ahead of Dallas.
Your flight from Dallas to CMB won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
If you're jetting off during a major holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Airports in Dallas
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Dallas to CMB. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). Take a break from traveling at one of these popular options:
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Traveling from central Dallas to DFW takes around 1 hour on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometers in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
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73.22% of flights leaving from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
DFW's address is 2400 Aviation Dr.
Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL)
DAL is around 16 kilometers from central Dallas. It takes 20 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city center. Public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
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76.03% of flights taking off from Dallas Love Field Airport meet their expected arrival time.
You'll find DAL at 8008 Cedar Springs Road.
About Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Consider booking a hotel close to CMB if you're catching a late flight from Dallas to Bandaranaike International Airport. Select one of these options and be in bed in no time flat:
Pick up a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car and explore Colombo and beyond with your own set of wheels. Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion and Sixt are well-known companies to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride around two weeks before your Dallas to Bandaranaike International Airport flight.
Getting from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to central Colombo
The center of Colombo is about 27 kilometers from Bandaranaike International Airport. Travel times by cab or car rental will vary based on traffic conditions and time of day, so do some research ahead of your trip.
It takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dallas to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dallas to Bandaranaike International Airport is $733. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,209. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
To find cheap flights from Dallas to CMB, book in advance. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.
If you have some flexibility with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your Dallas to Bandaranaike International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Dallas to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
August is the busiest month for flights from Dallas to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB). Plan your visit to Colombo in April for a more low-key escape.
Before locking in your Dallas to CMB plane ticket, consider 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).
January has temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Dallas to Bandaranaike International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Colombo
Start your Colombo trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Dallas to Bandaranaike International Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
Your Colombo visit wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Attractions you can't miss include Mt Lavinia Beach, Elephant House and Sri Gangaramaya.
Explore more of Sri Lanka
Colombo has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Sri Lanka you should also see. About 209 kilometers north-east of Colombo, a trip to Trincomalee will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Nilaveli Beach, Sea View Point and Uppuveli.
Around 209 kilometers east of Colombo, Kalmunai is another essential stop in Sri Lanka. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Jamia Jummah Masjid (Kalmunai Town Red Mosque), Green Field Aasath Park and Iyanar Kovil.