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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Zanzibar Airport to Colombo? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from $1,569. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

Colombo.$1,160 per passenger.Departing Sun, Nov 1, returning Mon, Nov 30.Round-trip flight with Kenya Airways and SriLankan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departing from Zanzibar on Sun, Nov 1, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with SriLankan Airlines, departing from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, Nov 30, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,160, select.

Colombo.$1,185 per passenger.Departing Fri, Nov 27, returning Sun, Dec 6.Round-trip flight with Kenya Airways and SriLankan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departing from Zanzibar on Fri, Nov 27, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with SriLankan Airlines, departing from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sun, Dec 6, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,185, select.

Colombo.$1,289 per passenger.Departing Thu, Oct 15, returning Sun, Oct 18.Round-trip flight with Flightlink LTD and SriLankan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Flightlink LTD, departing from Zanzibar on Thu, Oct 15, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with SriLankan Airlines, departing from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sun, Oct 18, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,289, select.

Colombo.$1,303 per passenger.Departing Fri, May 15, returning Fri, May 22.Round-trip flight with Kenya Airways and SriLankan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departing from Zanzibar on Fri, May 15, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with SriLankan Airlines, departing from Colombo Bandaranayake on Fri, May 22, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,303, select.

Colombo.$1,312 per passenger.Departing Wed, Jul 22, returning Wed, Jul 29.Round-trip flight with Kenya Airways and IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departing from Zanzibar on Wed, Jul 22, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departing from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, Jul 29, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,312, select.

Colombo.$1,320 per passenger.Departing Thu, Jul 23, returning Sat, Aug 8.Round-trip flight with Kenya Airways and SriLankan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departing from Zanzibar on Thu, Jul 23, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with SriLankan Airlines, departing from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sat, Aug 8, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,320, select.

Colombo.$1,338 per passenger.Departing Sat, Dec 26, returning Sat, Jan 2.Round-trip flight with Kenya Airways and SriLankan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departing from Zanzibar on Sat, Dec 26, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with SriLankan Airlines, departing from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sat, Jan 2, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,338, select.

Colombo.$1,569 per passenger.Departing Sun, Jun 21, returning Sun, Jun 28.Round-trip flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departing from Zanzibar on Sun, Jun 21, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departing from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sun, Jun 28, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,569, select.

Colombo.$1,615 per passenger.Departing Thu, Mar 25, returning Sun, Apr 11.Round-trip flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departing from Zanzibar on Thu, Mar 25, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departing from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sun, Apr 11, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,615, select.

Colombo.$1,639 per passenger.Departing Sun, Jun 28, returning Mon, Jul 13.Round-trip flight with flydubai.Outbound indirect flight with flydubai, departing from Zanzibar on Sun, Jun 28, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with flydubai, departing from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, Jul 13, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,639, select.

Colombo.$1,646 per passenger.Departing Tue, Aug 4, returning Mon, Aug 24.Round-trip flight with flydubai.Outbound indirect flight with flydubai, departing from Zanzibar on Tue, Aug 4, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with flydubai, departing from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, Aug 24, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,646, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Zanzibar to Colombo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Zanzibar to Colombo flights are currently cheapest in November.

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Zanzibar to Colombo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$1,160
Cheapest month to fly	November

Finding cheap flights from Zanzibar to Colombo: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in Colombo?

There are 5 airports in Colombo: Kelaniya, Colombo Ratmalana, Colombo Bandaranayake, Bentota River, and Katugastota.

How much are round-trip flights from Zanzibar to Colombo?

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Zanzibar to Colombo is $1,160. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

Which airlines fly direct from Zanzibar to Colombo?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Zanzibar to Colombo. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,160.

How many flights are there a week from Zanzibar to Colombo?

There are no flights flying from Zanzibar to Colombo, as of May 2026.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Zanzibar to Colombo?

The cheapest month to fly from Zanzibar to Colombo is usually November.

What's the cheapest airport to fly to in Colombo?

If you're flying from Zanzibar Airport, the cheapest airport near Colombo is Colombo Bandaranayake – which is 27.5 km away from the center of Colombo. We've found flights to this airport from $1,160.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Zanzibar Airport to Colombo on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Zanzibar Airport to Colombo on Sunday, November 1, 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Zanzibar Airport to Colombo?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between Zanzibar Airport and Colombo. Most routes have one or more stops.

How can I get the best flight deal from Zanzibar Airport to Colombo?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Colombo but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Colombo?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Colombo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

What’s the weather like in Colombo?

In May, the average temperature is usually around 28°C. May is typically the warmest month in Colombo, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 25°C. The rainiest month is November.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly with from Zanzibar Airport to Colombo?

Currently, Kenya Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to Colombo.

Flying from Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ) to Colombo: what you need to know

Colombo is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Zanzibar, where Zanzibar International Airport is located. Colombo runs on the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Allow plenty of time to get on your ZNZ to Colombo flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
ZNZ is around 6 kilometers from central Zanzibar. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a hotel near ZNZ? If you're catching an early flight from Zanzibar International Airport to Colombo, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Of the flights that depart from Zanzibar International Airport, 71.9% land on schedule at their destination.

How to find the cheapest flights from Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ) to Colombo

$577 is currently the best price for a one-way Zanzibar International Airport to Colombo flight. A return plane ticket starts at $1,160. These prices can change based on demand.
To pick up cheap flights from ZNZ to Colombo, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when looking for your Zanzibar International Airport to Colombo ticket.
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Snag an affordable flight from Zanzibar International Airport to Colombo with the help of our filters. Select 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'll take you about 40 minutes to get to the center driving.
It'll take around 1 hour 15 minutes when traveling by public transport.
Look into staying at a hotel near RML if you have a late flight from Zanzibar International Airport to Colombo. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

After your flight from Zanzibar International Airport to Colombo has touched down, you can get to the city center in about 40 minutes by car. Central Colombo is roughly 32 kilometers from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB).
The journey will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to CMB. Here are a few options where you can check in after your ZNZ to Colombo flight:
No need to worry about public transport schedules or slow-moving cab lines. Pick up a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Compare rates and availability from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion and Sixt.
Avoid potential price surges. Securing your ride two weeks before your arrival at CMB can get you a lower rate.

Best time to go to Colombo

Carefully consider your dates before booking your flight from Zanzibar International Airport to Colombo. The city comes alive in peak season, but hotel rates are generally higher and attractions can be crowded. Visit Colombo in low season for a quieter vibe.
When booking your Zanzibar International Airport to Colombo plane ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Colombo, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from ZNZ to Colombo around that time if you like traveling in cooler conditions.

More about Colombo

When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Colombo right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from Zanzibar International Airport to Colombo:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall, Gangaramaya Temple and Viharamahadevi Park are top sights which should feature on every Colombo itinerary.

Explore more of Sri Lanka

You've done Colombo, now it's time to explore other corners of Sri Lanka. Travel about 306 kilometers north to Jaffna to check off its top attractions. From Jaffna Fort to Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 241 kilometers north-east of Colombo, Trincomalee is another essential stop in Sri Lanka. No visit is complete without checking out Koneswaram Temple, Fort Frederick and Marble Beach.