Flights from Kuwait to Colombo

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Here you can compare cheap flights from Kuwait (KWI) to Colombo (CMB) for one-way or return trips. The following offers were searched for and found on idealo during the last few days. Or start your own flight search to Colombo. Prices and availability may change at any time.

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Favourite airline: Qatar Airways
78 % of travellers choose to book flights on this route with Qatar Airways, Air Arabia and flydubai.
Qatar Airways
39 %
Air Arabia
26 %
flydubai
13 %
Stopover flights are the cheapest connection
On this route, direct flights are £489.00 more expensive than flights with a stopover.
non stop flight
1 stop
2 stops
05h 20min
16h 25min
36h 30min
757 £
268 £
589 £
Favourite connection: via Doha
On this flight route, flights with a stopover in Doha are the most popular.
Route
bookings
1 stopover Doha
08h 40min, from 338 £
39 %
1 stopover Sharjah
16h 25min, from 268 £
26 %
1 stopover Dubai
14h 35min, from 366 £
19 %

Useful information about the flight from Kuwait to Colombo

Enjoy the traditions of Colombo

The beautiful, tradition filled city of Colombo in Sri Lanka is the perfect destination. July and August are the best months to visit Colombo if you want a taste of that tradition. There are festivals like "Sri Dalada Maligawa" or "Temple of the Tooth" and Esala Perahera, which will shed light on the importance of Buddha and the full moon in Colombo culture.  Additionally, Sri Lanka holds many festivals throughout the year, making it a great travel destination all year around.  


Best time to plan a trip to Colombo

Accommodations are fairly easy to find in Colombo. The cost of accommodations varies anywhere from LKR 1000 per person in shared dormitories to more luxurious rooms starting from around LKR 5000. These prices are typically found October to January when few tourist visit Colombo due to the rainy season. Colombo also sees some rain May through July, but that doesn't stop the festivals mentioned above. January through March is a colder but less rainy season in Colombo. No matter what time of year you go to Colombo, if you plan the trip well, you will surely enjoy the culture and tradition.


Things to know before heading to Colombo

Those visiting Colombo should get Hepatitis A, typhus, tetanus, rabies and diphtheria vaccines before arriving. A visa and passport that is valid for at least 6 months are also required. It is also important to remember to respect local customs and traditions when travelling in Sri Lanka, especially around temples and statues of Buddha. Even when taking photographs do not turn your back on Buddha statues. If you remember these things and stay safe in Colombo then you will certainly be able to soak up all of the culture and tradition.


Things to remember while in Colombo

When planning out a travel budget, in regards to food, it is important to remember that snacks cost about 100 LKR, lunch typically cost about 300 LKR, supper in a restaurant will cost around 750 LKR and beer is priced around 200 LKR. In terms of planning transportation, it is important to remember that buses are cheaper than tuk-tuks or taxis, but tuk-tuks are probably the most practical mode of transport. Tuk-tuks are priced starting at approx. LKR 50, travelling 4-5km costs around LKR 200; travelling 6km costs about LKR 250. It is advisable to book train tickets to other cities in Sri Lanka well in advance. Furthermore, visitors should remember that intercity bus 187 will take you from the Airport to Colombo in 40-60 minutes for about 110 LKR. 

Important flight information

Flight information: Kuwait - Colombo

Outbound and return from 221,35 £
Flight duration min. 05:20
Return flight duration min. 05:35/ max. 05:50
Distance 4147 km
Flights per week 17
Departure airport Airport Kuwait-Kuwait International (KWI)
Departure country Flights from Kuwait
Arrival airport Airport Colombo (CMB)
Destination country Flights to Sri Lanka
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