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Flights from Durban to Colombo

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Distance: 6,626 km
Durban airports
King Shaka International Airport (DUR)How far from city centre: 11 km
Colombo airports
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)How far from city centre: 27 km

Book your flight from Durban to Colombo

Find direct and indirect flights from Durban to Colombo (Sri Lanka) with eDreams. Once you have your results, sort them by schedule or price and book the option that best suits your plans.

A direct flight from Durban to Colombo takes around 12 h and 40 m, while indirect flights will take longer.

Airports and airlines connecting Durban and Colombo

Knowing where you set off from and where you arrive helps you organise your journey better. Consider the available airports and compare the different airlines operating on this route.

  • Departure airport: King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
  • Arrival airport: Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

Weather in Colombo

The best time to visit may depend on your preferred climate. In Colombo, the average temperature floats around 32ºC in the warmest months and 23ºC in the coldest ones. Keep this in mind when packing and planning any outdoor activities.

  • Highs: up to 32ºC
  • Lows: down to 22ºC
  • Hottest month: April
  • Coldest month: January
  • Driest month: January
  • Wettest month: November

How to save when flying from Durban to Colombo

A few tips for finding cheaper flights from Durban to Colombo:

  • Flexible dates: compare fares for two or three different departure days. Leaving a day earlier or later can make a noticeable difference to the price.
  • Baggage allowance: check what each fare includes before you book, so you aren't caught out by extra charges at the airport.
  • Airports on your route: confirm which airports you depart from and land at, especially if the city has more than one. This will help you plan your transfer and work out the total cost of getting around.

Looking for a bigger saving? Book a Flight + Hotel package to combine both in one booking and unlock exclusive discounts on your stay in Colombo. You can also save on a hire car by including it with your booking.

Frequently asked questions about flights from Durban to Colombo

On average, what is the price of a Durban to Colombo flight?
When flying from Durban to Colombo the average price will be €883. However, this price is dependant on several other factors like seasonality or the time in advance taken when booking the route.
For flights from Durban to Colombo, how can I find the cheapest price?
On eDreams we use machine learning to find the most economical flight between Durban and Colombo. By taking into account the combinations of airlines, stopovers, direct flights as well as the various criteria for the journeys, our search engine allows us to offer our customers the best price under the best conditions.
When booking, when is the best time to do so in order to get the best prices for Durban to Colombo flights?
The most popular month for flights from Durban to Colombo are: July, October and June.
When is the best time to travel from Durban to Colombo?
A good period of the year to visit Colombo from Durban really depends on lots of personal preferences, price being one of the main criteria When it comes to popularity, February is the best month to fly to Colombo from Durban, basedd on searches from our customers, followed by September and January. If you prefer to avoid the busy season and get away from the crowds September, January and December are the months with fewer searches for the route Durban -  Colombo.
What is the duration of a flight from Durban to Colombo?
Flight time, on average, from Durban to Colombo is usually 12 h and 40 m on average, at an average distance of 6,625.66 km, for flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
What is the weather like in Colombo compared to Durban?
The average temperature in Durban is 24º degrees in summer. Colombo reaches 28º during the hot season. In winter, however, temperatures are around 27º degrees in Colombo, compared to the 17º average degrees in Durban.

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