Book your Colombo flight today and split the cost at Laters.com checkout with the region's most trusted BNPL providers. Approval takes seconds, your e-ticket lands in your inbox immediately, and the fare is locked the moment you confirm — no waiting, no guesswork.
Available in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines, Hong Kong
Atome splits your Colombo fare into three equal payments charged over 60 days — the first at booking, the rest automatically. There is no interest and no hidden fees, provided you pay on time. It is a practical option for travellers flying from Singapore or Kuala Lumpur, where Colombo is a popular long-weekend destination.
Available in UK, Germany, Sweden, Australia, US and more
Klarna lets you spread your Colombo flight across three instalments with zero interest, making it a smart pick for UK and European travellers booking long-haul connections through the Gulf. A soft credit check is run at approval, which does not affect your credit score. Your e-ticket is issued instantly once your first instalment clears.
Compare 15+ airlines to Colombo and split your fare with Atome, Klarna, or LazyPay.
15+ airlines to Colombo (CMB) · BNPL at checkout · Instant e-ticket delivery
Available in India
LazyPay is built for Indian travellers and works well for the busy Chennai-Colombo and Mumbai-Colombo corridors. You can defer the full fare by up to 15 days or convert it into easy monthly instalments. Approval is instant and requires no paperwork beyond your registered mobile number.
Available in India
Paytm Postpaid allows Indian travellers to book their Colombo flight now and pay the fare in manageable monthly chunks. It integrates directly with your existing Paytm wallet and UPI setup, so checkout is fast. The plan suits frequent flyers on the short India-Sri Lanka corridor who want to keep cash flow flexible.
From search to e-ticket in under three minutes.
Enter your origin city, select Colombo (CMB) as destination, pick your travel dates and passenger count, and compare airlines side by side.
Scored by our editorial team using booking data, traveller feedback, and independent research. No destination pays to be rated.
Colombo · CMB · LK
Value for Money
8/10
Flight Frequency
7/10
BNPL Availability
7/10
Airport Experience
6/10
Visa Ease
8/10
Destination Appeal
5/10
Editorial snapshot
Flying to Colombo suits the traveller who wants South Asia without the chaos of Mumbai or Delhi. Fares from Indian cities are short and frequent; from Europe, Gulf connections add time but rarely break the budget. Book eight to twelve weeks ahead for the dry-season window between January and March. The ETA is easy to sort online. BNPL options are strongest for Indian and Southeast Asian passport holders.
Score based on Laters booking data and editorial review, 2026
January through March is the sweet spot for Colombo: the southwest monsoon has cleared, temperatures are warm but manageable, and fares are at their most competitive before the Easter school-holiday surge. August is another reliable window. Avoid booking for late December without plenty of lead time — festive demand pushes fares up sharply.
| Month | Price Band | Demand | Travel note |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | Budget | Medium | Dry season begins; ideal weather, fares stay reasonable. |
| February | Budget | Low | Cheapest month; quiet and dry, excellent value. |
| March | Budget | Low | Still dry; good availability before Easter spike. |
| April | Mid | Medium | Sinhala and Tamil New Year; book at least 6 weeks ahead. |
| May | Mid | Medium | Southwest monsoon arrives; wetter but prices stay mid. |
| June | Mid | Medium | Peak monsoon; lower tourist numbers, steady fares. |
| July | Peak | High | European summer holidays push demand and fares up. |
| August | Mid | Medium | Monsoon easing; good value for the shoulder season. |
| September | Mid | Low | Inter-monsoon; quieter crowds, mid-range fares. |
| October | Mid | Low | Northeast monsoon begins; fewer visitors, decent deals. |
| November | Mid | Medium | Deepavali travel demand; book early for best prices. |
| December | Peak | High | Christmas and New Year surge; fares spike significantly. |
Cheapest month
February — average fares around $110 one-way
Peak season warning
July and December fares typically rise 40-60% above average. Book 10-12 weeks ahead to avoid the worst spikes.
Fares are estimates based on typical prices and may vary by date and availability.
IATA: CMB · 30 km from Colombo Fort · 35 km from Colombo city centre
CMB is Sri Lanka's primary international gateway and handles virtually all long-haul traffic. The main terminal was expanded in recent years and is reasonably modern, with SriLankan Airlines dominating departures from the central pier. Immigration can be slow during peak evening arrivals, so having your ETA reference number ready on your phone speeds things up considerably.
| Transport | Cost (approx) | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Airport taxi (metered) | LKR 3,500-5,000 | 45-75 min to Colombo Fort |
| PickMe / Uber ride-share | LKR 2,500-3,500 | 45-75 min depending on traffic |
| Airport Express Bus (Colombo Transport Board) | LKR 100-200 | 60-90 min to Colombo city centre |
Check-in tips
At Laters.com checkout you can split seat upgrades, extra baggage allowances, and lounge access passes into instalments alongside your fare — so the full cost of your CMB trip is spread across payments, not dumped on one card statement.
Make every rupee of your Colombo trip work harder with these add-ons.
Secure a window seat for the approach over Sri Lanka's coastline.
Available with all providersPack spices, batik, and Ceylon tea without worrying about weight limits.
Split across 3 instalmentsCover monsoon delays and medical costs in Sri Lanka from one checkout.
Available with Klarna, AtomeBundle a Colombo Fort or Galle Face hotel with your flight at checkout.
Pay in 3 or 4 instalmentsPre-book a Colombo city transfer and skip the taxi negotiation on arrival.
Available with most providersStay connected for PickMe rides and Google Maps from the moment you land.
Add at checkout easilyThe majority of travellers flying to Colombo connect through South Asian cities or Gulf hubs. Direct services dominate from India and the Middle East; European and East Asian passengers typically route through Dubai, Doha, or Singapore.
Mumbai to Colombo
SriLankan Airlines, Air India, IndiGo · 2h 45m · Direct
Pay in 3 from $43/instalmentChennai to Colombo
SriLankan Airlines, IndiGo, SpiceJet · 1h 20m · Direct
Pay in 3 from $32/instalmentDubai to Colombo
Emirates, SriLankan Airlines, Flydubai · 3h 30m · Direct
Pay in 3 from $60/instalmentSingapore to Colombo
SriLankan Airlines, Singapore Airlines, Scoot · 3h 50m · Direct
Pay in 3 from $67/instalmentLondon to Colombo
SriLankan Airlines, Emirates, Qatar Airways · 11h 30m · Via Dubai or Doha
Pay in 4 from $130/instalmentDoha to Colombo
Qatar Airways, SriLankan Airlines · 4h 10m · Direct
Pay in 3 from $70/instalmentKuala Lumpur to Colombo
SriLankan Airlines, AirAsia, Batik Air · 3h 30m · Direct
Pay in 3 from $57/instalmentDelhi to Colombo
Air India, SriLankan Airlines, IndiGo · 3h 10m · Direct
Pay in 3 from $48/instalmentFares are estimates based on typical prices and may vary by date and availability.
SriLankan Airlines is the dominant carrier into CMB, but Gulf carriers and regional low-cost airlines give travellers genuine choice on price and routing. Here are the airlines most worth comparing for a Colombo booking.
Travellers who search for Colombo flights on Laters.com also explore these destinations across South and Southeast Asia.
India
Bollywood, street food, and the Arabian Sea.
Maldives
Overwater bungalows, just two hours away.
Singapore
Asia's cleanest, greenest city-state.
Malaysia
Petronas towers and hawker-stall heaven.
India
South India's cultural and culinary capital.
Fares are estimates based on typical prices and may vary by date and availability.
Everything you need to know before booking your Colombo flight on Laters.
Be first to hear about Colombo flight deals, BNPL promotions, and flash sales from Laters. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.
© 2026 Laters.com. Formerly Fly Fairly. All rights reserved.
Singapore Travel Agent LicenceTA04059
