Best Price
Air India
27 Aug, Thu
Kolkata – Colombo
9h 5m
1 stop
CCU–CMB
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Quick Flight Summary from Kolkata to Colombo
Key numbers to know before you book
- Lowest recent price SAR 759
- Direct flight duration 5 hour 25 min
- Arrival airports CMB / RML
- Best days to book Thursday, Wednesday
- Average over the last 30 days SAR 780
Cheapest flights from Kolkata to Colombo
Air India
2 Sep, Wed
Kolkata – Colombo
18h 30m
1 stop
CCU–CMB
Shortest Flight
IndiGo
28 Sep, Mon
Kolkata – Colombo
8h 30m
1 stop
CCU–CMB
Last update: 26 August 2026 16:43
Estimated Prices for Kolkata to Colombo Flights
Cheapest Day20 September Sunday
Best Price
SAR 548
Average Price
SAR 637
SAR 696
SAR 548
Key Features of the Airlines
- Lowest Fares
- Hajj & Umrah Specialist
- Easy Mobile Booking
- Best LCC Middle East
- Flexible Rebooking
- Wide Domestic Network
- Egypt-KSA Specialist
- 30kg Free Baggage
- Full Service Included
- Full Service with Meals
- 23kg Free Baggage
- SkyTeam Member
- Star Alliance Member
- Complimentary Meals
- 2x23kg Baggage
Information compiled by AI. For the most up-to-date information, contact the airline.
Transportation to Airport from Kolkata City Center
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl. Airport
You can get on a train or bus for travelling to the airport from Kolkata city center. If you rent a car, you can travel to the airport more comfortably. Taxi is also much more comfortable compared to the means of public transportation. Whichever transportation option you choose, you should not forget that traffic throughout India can be very busy and you can lose a lot of time on the road.
In addition, since many local people know Netaji Subhas Chanda Bose International Airport as Dum Dum Airport, which is the first name of the airport, it may be a good idea to ask somebody the way or use this name if you need any help about the route.
Taxi
You can comfortably travel to the airport by getting on a taxi in the city center. You should agree with the driver about the fare in advance and bargain if possible. Your hotel can also find a reliable taxi for you.
Car Rental
You can rent a car in the city center. While making this decision, you should keep in mind that the traffic is always very heavy in India and many drivers don’t obey the traffic rules. You can rent a car with a driver.
You should follow the VIP road in order to get to the airport with the car you have rented. It takes about 45 minutes to reach the airport by car under normal traffic conditions.
Bus
There are a few different bus routes departing from the city center and carrying passengers to the airport. It takes 1 hour to get to the airport by bus.
Train
Since Kolkata Suburban Railway has a station at the airport, you can easily get to the airport from the city center by train. The travel lasts about 1 hour. However, you should remember that the trains can be very crowded.
Airport Information
The first name of the airport is Dum Dum Airport and it is still mentioned with this name by the local people. Netaji Subhas Chanda Bose International Airport, which is located 17 kilometers of the city center, is the 5th busiest airport of India. Although 90% of the flights are domestic flights, there are two separate lounges belonging to the Air India and Jet Airways companies at the airport where international flights are also organized. There is also a grocery store at the airport having a few eating and drinking areas.
Transportation to Colombo City Center from Airport
Bandaranaike Intl. Airport
Sri Lanka's capital city, Colombo, located on the southern part of Asia, is known for its Colombo Harbor, which is frequented by many merchant ships. The rivers and canals in the city add a different beauty and naturalness to the city. Sri Lanka is starting to become a tourist center as a result of the renovated and newly opened buildings thanks to the urban transformation that started in the city.
Transportation in Colombo is provided by many different transportation means. The sympathetic three-wheeled vehicles, special to the city, known tuk-tuk serve at short distances. Other transport options include buses, trains and taxis as well as ferries linking India and the city. Bandaranayike Airport connects Colombo with all the cities in the world.
There are buses that travel at certain intervals during the day from Bandaranayike Airport to the city center. Taxis carry passengers to the city center on a busy pace all day.
Taxi
Taxis are very popular as transportation facilities at the airport are limited and buses, which do not work at night, have long intervals. You need to clearly tell the route you want to go to the driver of the taxi, which you can easily take at the airport exit.
Bus
There is an express route between the city of Colombo and the airport, which can only be used by buses. Thanks to this special road, bus number 187-E3 can reach the city center in half an hour. In order to take the buses in front of the terminal building you need to buy tickets in advance.
Colombo Weather
5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature
Today
Wednesday
26 Aug
29°25°
Thursday
27 Aug
28°25°
Friday
28 Aug
28°25°
Saturday
29 Aug
29°25°
Sunday
30 Aug
29°25°
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Frequently Asked Questions
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How does Wingie offer the cheapest Kolkata-Colombo flights?
When you search for Kolkata-Colombo flights, Wingie directly gathers and compares instant data from all airlines. You can see all Kolkata-Colombo flights together for the date you are looking for and choose the most suitable flight.
Which airports can I use for Kolkata-Colombo flights?
Which airports can I use for Kolkata-Colombo flights?
For Kolkata-Colombo flights, you can use Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl. Airport as departure airport, and Bandaranaike Intl. Airport, Ratmalana Airport for arrival.
How many kilometers is the flight distance from Kolkata-Colombo and how long does the flight take?
How many kilometers is the flight distance from Kolkata-Colombo and how long does the flight take?
The flight distance between Kolkata-Colombo is 1963 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 2 hour 20 minutes.
Which day is the most convenient for Kolkata-Colombo flights?
Which day is the most convenient for Kolkata-Colombo flights?
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Kolkata-Colombo flights is Wednesday.
Kolkata-Colombo: which airline is better value on this route?
Kolkata-Colombo: which airline is better value on this route?
On this route, low-cost airlines typically offer fares that include only cabin and hand baggage. Full-service airlines may include baggage and refreshment fees in the base price. The best option varies according to baggage needs. Based on current data, the lowest fare on this route with IndiGo starts from approximately SAR 539.
| Airline | Price | Standard inclusions |
|---|---|---|
 Air India | SAR 678 | 1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece X 30 kg checked baggage / Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / Partial Refund (up to 48 hours) |
 IndiGo | SAR 539 | 1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage / 2 pieces X 15 kg checked baggage |
Last update: 14.08.2026
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