Traveling from Mopa Airport (GOX) to Colombo: what you need to know
Colombo's timezone is UTC+5:30, which is the same as Mopa (the location of Mopa Airport).
To avoid rushing for your GOX to Colombo flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Traveling over a peak time such as August? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from GOX to Colombo with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. The most sought-after stopovers include:
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
Chennai Airport (MAA)
Located around 3 kilometers from central Mopa, GOX can be reached in about 30 minutes by car. The journey on public transport will take roughly 3 hours 10 minutes.
If you have an early flight from Mopa Airport to Colombo, why not stay somewhere nice and close? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy some extra z's) at Vasant villa, Near Mopa airport.. Country Side Cheerful villa, With hot tub, wifi. is another handy option near GOX.
Of all flights departing from Mopa Airport, 70.2% land on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mopa Airport (GOX) to Colombo
$131 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Mopa Airport to Colombo flight. Return plane tickets start at $279. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
To find cheap flights from GOX to Colombo, book as early as possible. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Mopa Airport to Colombo across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check back constantly to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's an even better deal on cheap flights from GOX to Colombo.
Find a cheap flight from Mopa Airport to Colombo with the help of our filters. Choose your preferred duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
Airports in Colombo
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)
The distance from Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) to central Colombo is roughly 16 kilometers. It takes around 40 minutes to reach the center driving.
If you're traveling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Mopa Airport to Colombo. Stay at one of these accommodation options near RML instead:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Central Colombo is about 32 kilometers from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB). After your flight from Mopa Airport to Colombo has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 40 minutes.
Public transport will get you there in about 1 hour 30 minutes.
Following your GOX to Colombo flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to CMB. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Forget about public transport schedules or slow-moving cab lines. Pick up a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Compare offers from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion and Sixt.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from CMB two weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Colombo
Visit Colombo in high season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Mopa Airport to Colombo during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
The warmest month in Colombo is March, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your Mopa Airport to Colombo flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from GOX to Colombo in January when temperatures average between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
More about Colombo
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Colombo right here. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from Mopa Airport to Colombo:
Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall and Gangaramaya Temple are a couple of big attractions to add to your Colombo must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Viharamahadevi Park.
Explore more of Sri Lanka
Colombo has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Sri Lanka you should also see. About 306 kilometers north of Colombo, a visit to Jaffna will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library.
Trincomalee is another favorite 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.
