Flying from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to Colombo: what you need to know
Cote D'Azur Airport is located in Nice. Following the UTC+5:30 timezone, Colombo is four hours 30 minutes ahead of Nice.
To avoid rushing for your NCE to Colombo flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Planning to travel during a peak period like a public holiday? 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.
We make it easy to book flight tickets from NCE to Colombo with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
NCE is around 6 kilometers from central Nice. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 40 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Colombo? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to NCE:
When it comes to Cote D'Azur Airport's on-time performance, 74.5% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to Colombo
$234 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Cote D'Azur Airport to Colombo flight. A return flight ticket right now is $540. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from NCE to Colombo. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Cote D'Azur Airport to Colombo across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from NCE to Colombo by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Save on your flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Colombo with the help of our filters. Select your ideal times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Airports in Colombo
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) is around 16 kilometers from central Colombo. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive takes about 40 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes if you're traveling by public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Colombo. Reserve one of these accommodation options near RML instead:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Once your flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Colombo has touched down, you can reach the city center in around 40 minutes by car. Central Colombo is roughly 32 kilometers from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB).
Traveling by public transport will take around 1 hour 30 minutes.
After stepping off your NCE to Colombo flight, unwind at a hotel near CMB. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion and Sixt make picking up a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car quick and easy. These trusted providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Booking your ride from CMB two weeks ahead of time often means better prices and a wider choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Colombo
Before locking in your flights from Cote D'Azur Airport to Colombo, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Colombo offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the low season brings better deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
Lock in a Cote D'Azur Airport to Colombo flight ticket with a departure in March if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from NCE to Colombo in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) on average.
More about Colombo
Start your Colombo trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Colombo, check out our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall, Gangaramaya Temple and Viharamahadevi Park are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Colombo itinerary.
Explore more of Sri Lanka
You've visited Colombo, now it's time to discover more of Sri Lanka. Journey about 306 kilometers north to Jaffna to tick off its top attractions. From Jaffna Fort to Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 241 kilometers north-east of Colombo, Trincomalee is another favorite stop in Sri Lanka. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Koneswaram Temple, Fort Frederick and Marble Beach.
