Flying from Orlando to Colombo: what you need to know
Planning your trip starts with working out where you'll fly out of in Orlando. Orlando International Airport (MCO) is the city's main base, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Orlando to Colombo taking off from here.
Come in for landing at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), the primary gateway of Colombo.
Colombo is nine hours 30 minutes ahead of Orlando and is in the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Allow plenty of time to get on your Orlando to Colombo flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando to Colombo
To pick up cheap Orlando to Colombo flights, book as early as possible. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
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Flying from Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Finding a stopover on your Orlando to Colombo flight is simple. Whether you want to potentially save cash on your fare or explore a new city, just deselect 'Direct flights only' to check out your options. A popular stop when leaving from Orlando International Airport is London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
MCO is around 14 kilometers from central Orlando. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Orlando International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Orlando to Colombo, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to Orlando International Airport's on-time performance, 78.28% of flights complete their journey on time.
You'll find MCO at One Airport Boulevard.
Arriving in Colombo
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) to central Colombo takes around 40 minutes by car. The center is roughly 13 kilometers away.
If you're traveling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Orlando to Colombo, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near RML:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is around 27 kilometers from central Colombo. Once you've disembarked your flight from Orlando to Colombo, it'll take you approximately 40 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the center will take you 1 hour 30 minutes or so.
Forget about public transport schedules or long cab queues. Pick up a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Compare availability and rates from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion and Sixt.
Avoid potential price surges. Securing your ride two weeks before your arrival at CMB will help you stay within budget.
Best time to go to Colombo
Have a think about your trip dates before securing your flight from Orlando to Orlando. The city buzzes during peak season, but hotel prices are often higher and attractions can get busy. Plan your trip to Orlando in the off-season if you like a quieter vibe.
Book an Orlando to Colombo ticket departing in March if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Colombo to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Orlando to Colombo in January when temperatures average between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
More about Colombo
Once you've booked your flight from Orlando to Colombo, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Colombo:
Gangaramaya Temple and Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall are just two of the big attractions to put on your Colombo must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Viharamahadevi Park.
Explore more of Sri Lanka
Colombo has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Sri Lanka just waiting to be explored. Around 18 kilometers south of Colombo, a trip to Moratuwa will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Boat House, Angulana Beach and Dilmah Conservation One Earth Arboretum.
Jaffna is another essential stop in Sri Lanka and is around 306 kilometers north of Colombo. No journey is complete without dropping by Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library.
