Question 1

How long is the flight from Colombo to Bangkok?

Accepted Answer

A direct flight from Colombo to Bangkok typically takes around 4 hours 5 minutes. If you choose a connecting flight, you should allow more time. Typical one-stop journeys take around 14 hours 25 minutes. For the quickest journey, a direct flight is usually the most comfortable choice.

Question 2

Are there direct flights from Colombo to Bangkok?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are direct flights from Colombo to Bangkok, with an average of around 2 to 3 flights per day, operated by, among others, SriLankan Airlines and Thai Airways. If you want to travel without a stopover, it is worth filtering specifically for direct flights when searching.

Question 3

Which airlines fly from Colombo to Bangkok?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights from Colombo to Bangkok are operated by, among others, SriLankan Airlines and Thai Airways. There are also connecting flights with one stop, for example with Air India (via Delhi, Mumbai), Emirates (via Dubai) and Malaysia Airlines (via Kuala Lumpur). If a short travel time matters to you, a direct flight is usually the most convenient option. Connecting flights often give you more choice of departure times and airlines.

Question 4

On which days are there direct flights from Colombo to Bangkok?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights from Colombo to Bangkok operate daily. The schedule may vary by season, so it is worth comparing several travel dates. If your preferred day has no direct service, nearby departure days or short connecting flights may be a good alternative.

Question 5

How many flights are there per day from Colombo to Bangkok?

Accepted Answer

On the route from Colombo to Bangkok there are on average around 2 to 3 flights per day. The number of services can vary by day of the week and season. If you are flexible with your dates, it is worth comparing several departure days.

Question 6

How many flights per week are there from Colombo to Bangkok?

Accepted Answer

On the route from Colombo to Bangkok there are around 16 to 17 flights per week. The number of services can vary depending on the season and day of the week. If you have flexibility, it is worth looking at several departure days to find the best option.

Question 7

When does the first flight from Colombo to Bangkok depart?

Accepted Answer

The earliest direct flight from Colombo to Bangkok usually departs at 01:00. The exact departure time may vary by day of the week and airline. Early flights are particularly useful if you want to make the most of your arrival day in Bangkok.

Question 8

When does the last flight from Colombo to Bangkok depart?

Accepted Answer

The last direct flight from Colombo to Bangkok usually departs at 20:00. Late flights can be convenient if you want to travel after work or in the evening. Do check whether it is a direct flight, as a connecting service could push the arrival time significantly later.

	Outbound	Return	Airlines	Baggage	Price
Colombo Bangkok	Outbound 15/10/26 1 Stopover (KUL) MH0178, MH0788 11h 50min	Return 11/11/26 1 Stopover (KUL) MH0789, MH0179 10h 50min	Malaysia Airlines	?	£335
Best option Colombo Bangkok	Outbound 17/11/26 direct TG0308 03h 40min	Return 17/12/26 direct TG0307 03h 36min	Thai Airways		£399
Colombo Bangkok	Outbound 15/10/26 1 Stopover (SGN) VN0670, VN0601 08h 15min	Return 11/11/26 1 Stopover (SGN) VN0604, VN0671 12h 05min	Vietnam Airlines		£358
Colombo Bangkok	Outbound 15/10/26 1 Stopover (SIN) SQ0463, SQ0706 18h 50min	Return 11/11/26 1 Stopover (SIN) SQ0713, SQ0468 29h 00min	Singapore Airlines	?	£384
Colombo Bangkok	Outbound 16/10/26 1 Stopover (BOM) AI2275, AI2354 20h 00min	Return 25/10/26 1 Stopover (BOM) AI2338, AI2276 19h 40min	Air India		£389
Colombo Bangkok	Outbound 17/11/26 1 Stopover (BOM) AI2275, AI2354 20h 05min	Return 17/12/26 direct TG0307 03h 36min	Air India	?	£416
Colombo Bangkok	Outbound 08/08/26 2 Stopovers (MAA, CCU) 6E1180, 6E0987, VZ0771 39h 00min	Return 15/08/26 1 Stopover (HYD) 6E1510, 6E1181 27h 35min	IndiGo Airlines, Thai Vietjet Air	?	£420
Colombo Bangkok	Outbound 08/08/26 1 Stopover (BOM) AI2275, AI2354 20h 00min	Return 15/08/26 1 Stopover (SGN) VN0608, VN0671 28h 05min	Air India	?	£424
Colombo Bangkok	Outbound 15/10/26 1 Stopover (HYD) 6E1182, 6E1509 18h 25min	Return 11/11/26 1 Stopover (HYD) 6E1068, 6E1181 22h 00min	IndiGo Airlines	?	£438
Colombo Bangkok	Outbound 01/12/26 1 Stopover (DXB) EK0649, EK0370 13h 55min	Return 08/12/26 1 Stopover (DXB) EK0385, EK0654 16h 20min	Emirates Airline		£939

Outbound and return from	335,00 £
Flight duration	min. 03:25 / max. 03:35
Return flight duration	min. 03:25/ max. 03:30
Distance	2394 km
Flights per week	26
Departure airport	Airport Colombo (CMB)
Departure country	Flights from Sri Lanka
Arrival airport	Airport Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK)
Destination country	Flights to Thailand
Departure country - Arrival airport	Sri Lanka - Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
Departure airport - Destination country	Colombo - Thailand

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