Flying from Luxembourg Airport (LUX) to Colombo: what you need to know
Colombo is four hours 30 minutes ahead of Luxembourg, where Luxembourg Airport is located. Colombo runs on the UTC+5:30 timezone.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your LUX to Colombo flight.
Planning to travel during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight ticket from LUX to Colombo. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Located around 6 kilometers from central Luxembourg, LUX can be reached in about 15 minutes by car. The journey on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
In search of a hotel close to LUX? If you're boarding an early flight from Luxembourg Airport to Colombo, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Of all flights departing from Luxembourg Airport, 65.56% arrive on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Luxembourg Airport (LUX) to Colombo
$276 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Luxembourg Airport to Colombo flight. A return flight ticket right now is $537. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from LUX to Colombo. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Luxembourg Airport to Colombo across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
You don't need to check back constantly to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's an even better deal on cheap flights from LUX to Colombo.
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Airports in Colombo
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)
The distance from Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) to central Colombo is roughly 16 kilometers. It takes about 40 minutes to reach the center driving.
Traveling by public transport will take you around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to RML if you're coming in on a late flight from Luxembourg Airport to Colombo. Select one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
After your flight from Luxembourg Airport to Colombo has arrived, you can reach the city center in about 40 minutes by car. Central Colombo is roughly 32 kilometers from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB).
The trip will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel near CMB. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your LUX to Colombo flight:
Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion and Sixt make picking up a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car easy and quick. These trusted providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Avoid paying extra. Securing your ride two weeks ahead of your arrival at CMB can help you lock in a better rate.
Best time to go to Colombo
Visit Colombo during the high season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Luxembourg Airport to Colombo during low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
The warmest month in Colombo is March, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your Luxembourg Airport to Colombo flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Search for cheap tickets from LUX to Colombo in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) on average.
More about Colombo
Once you've booked your flight from Luxembourg Airport to Colombo, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Colombo:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall, Gangaramaya Temple and Viharamahadevi Park are must-visits when exploring Colombo.
Explore more of Sri Lanka
Colombo has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Sri Lanka waiting to be explored. About 306 kilometers north of Colombo, a trip to Jaffna will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library.
Trincomalee is another standout destination in Sri Lanka and is around 241 kilometers north-east of Colombo. No trip is complete without experiencing Koneswaram Temple, Fort Frederick and Marble Beach.