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Cheapest flights from Riyadh to Colombo

Etihad Airways
23 Apr, Thu
10:10 AM
Riyadh - Colombo
1 stop
7h 55m
RUH-CMB
Etihad Airways
13 Apr, Mon
03:00 AM
Riyadh - Colombo
1 stop
15h 10m
RUH-CMB
Etihad Airways
15 Apr, Wed
08:20 PM
Riyadh - Colombo
1 stop
9h 45m
RUH-CMB
Etihad Airways
21 Apr, Tue
04:50 PM
Riyadh - Colombo
1 stop
7h 40m
RUH-CMB
Etihad Airways
16 Apr, Thu
10:10 AM
Riyadh - Colombo
1 stop
7h 55m
RUH-CMB
Etihad Airways
20 Apr, Mon
10:10 AM
Riyadh - Colombo
1 stop
7h 55m
RUH-CMB
Etihad Airways
22 Apr, Wed
10:30 PM
Riyadh - Colombo
1 stop
7h 35m
RUH-CMB
Etihad Airways
6 Apr, Mon
08:20 PM
Riyadh - Colombo
1 stop
21h 50m
RUH-CMB
Etihad Airways
14 Apr, Tue
07:40 AM
Riyadh - Colombo
1 stop
10h 30m
RUH-CMB
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Direct flights from Riyadh to Colombo

Srilankan Airlines

Estimated Prices for Riyadh to Colombo Flights

KWD 454
KWD 34
KWD 71
25Wed
Mar
KWD 454
26Thu
KWD 141
27Fri
KWD 142
28Sat
KWD 87
29Sun
KWD 90
30Mon
KWD 86
31Tue
KWD 113
01Wed
Apr
KWD 65
02Thu
KWD 69
03Fri
KWD 58
04Sat
KWD 58
05Sun
KWD 38
06Mon
KWD 54
07Tue
KWD 42
08Wed
KWD 54
09Thu
KWD 53
10Fri
KWD 53
11Sat
KWD 48
12Sun
KWD 35
13Mon
KWD 42
14Tue
KWD 35
15Wed
KWD 38
16Thu
KWD 42
17Fri
KWD 42
18Sat
KWD 42
19Sun
KWD 38
20Mon
KWD 35
21Tue
KWD 38
22Wed
KWD 34
23Thu
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Popular Airport Bandaranaike Intl. Airport
Popular Airlines Srilankan Airlines
Approximate Flight Duration 7 hour 30 min
Approximate Travel Distance 4038 Km

Transportation to Airport from Riyadh City Center

King Khalid Intl. Airport

King Khalid International Airport (RUH) is well-connected to Riyadh city center through several transportation options, including taxis, transfer services, and rental cars. The airport is located about 35 kilometers from city center and for those driving their own vehicles, the airport provides parking facilities for both short- and long-term use.

Taxi

Taxis are one of the fastest and most convenient ways to reach King Khalid International Airport as typically takes 25-30 minutes to reach, depending on traffic conditions. They are widely available across Riyadh, and ride-hailing apps like Uber and Careem offer an additional option. Fares range depending on the pickup point and traffic.

Bus Services

Public buses connect the airport to various parts of Riyadh, including the city center. They typically operate during daytime hours, but schedules and routes should be confirmed at the airport information desk. Look for clearly marked bus stops at the arrivals area.

Metro

Riyadh metro system consists of six lines, connecting 85 stations. Line 4, or also known as the Yellow Line, runs from King Khalid International Airport to the King Abdullah Financial District (KAFD). Passengers opting for public transportation can use the metro, as it is available at the airport exits, and tickets can be obtained from machines at the station.

Hotel Shuttles

Many hotels in Riyadh provide transfer services to King Khalid International Airport. These services are convenient, reliable, and often affordable or free of charge, depending on your booking type. Travelers must confirm availability and costs with their hotel during booking. Hotel transfers are ideal for those who prefer a pre-arranged mode of transportation.

Rental Car

For those who prefer to drive themselves, renting a car is a flexible and comfortable alternative. Car rental offices are located throughout Riyadh, offering a variety of vehicles with or without a driver. The journey to the airport takes about 25–30 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. International visitors need a valid international driving license to rent a car in Saudi Arabia.

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.

Weather in Colombo

DayMin - Max
Wednesday
clearMin 28ºC - Max 29ºC
Thursday
clearMin 28ºC - Max 29ºC
Friday
rainMin 28ºC - Max 29ºC
Saturday
rainMin 28ºC - Max 30ºC
Sunday
cloudyMin 28ºC - Max 30ºC
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