Traveling from Gan/Seenu Airport (GAN) to Colombo: what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Gan/Seenu Airport to Colombo and you'll be traveling for around 1 hour 55 minutes.
Gan/Seenu Airport is located in Gan Island. Following the UTC+5:30 timezone, Colombo is 30 minutes ahead of Gan Island.
The most popular route is from Gan/Seenu Airport (GAN) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB). Choose from three services every week between these two airports. If you want to get on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from GAN to CMB is the 14:25 SriLankan Airlines option. If you prefer traveling later, the last departure is at 14:40 with SriLankan Airlines.
To avoid missing your GAN to Colombo flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Traveling during a popular month such as January? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Direct Gan/Seenu Airport to Colombo tickets are available for booking. Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is where you'll complete your journey.
Keep your eyes peeled for offers from SriLankan Airlines. This airline operates direct flights from Gan/Seenu Airport to Colombo.
To reach GAN from central Gan Island, it'll take about 5 minutes if you're planning to drive. It's roughly 0.64 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near GAN. Whether you've booked an early flight from Gan/Seenu Airport to Colombo or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are worth a look:
Gan/Seenu Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 81.82% of flights that take off from GAN land on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Gan/Seenu Airport (GAN) to Colombo
The best price we've seen for a one-way Gan/Seenu Airport to Colombo flight is $350. The cheapest price for a return flight is $505. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To score cheap flights from GAN to Colombo, reserve your journey two months ahead of your planned departure.
The best month for landing cheap Gan/Seenu Airport to Colombo tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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Airports in Colombo
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) to the center of Colombo takes around 40 minutes by car. The center is roughly 16 kilometers away.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 1 hour 15 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Gan/Seenu Airport to Colombo. Stay at one of these accommodation options near RML instead:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
The center of Colombo is located around 32 kilometers from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB). After your flight from Gan/Seenu Airport to Colombo has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should take about 40 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
After stepping off your GAN to Colombo flight, kick back at a hotel near CMB. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or waiting in a long cab line. Pick up a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Compare offers from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion and Sixt.
Score the best price by securing your ride from CMB two weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Colombo
Before locking in your flights from Gan/Seenu Airport to Colombo, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Colombo offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the off-season brings better deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
The warmest month in Colombo is March, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your Gan/Seenu Airport to Colombo flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from GAN to Colombo in January when temperatures average between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
More about Colombo
After booking your flight from Gan/Seenu Airport to Colombo, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring 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
You've visited Colombo, now it's time to explore other parts of Sri Lanka. Journey about 306 kilometers north to Jaffna to check off its top sights. From Jaffna Fort to Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Trincomalee is another standout destination in Sri Lanka and is around 241 kilometers north-east of Colombo. No journey is complete without experiencing Koneswaram Temple, Fort Frederick and Marble Beach.