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Quick Flight Summary from Riyadh to Colombo

Key numbers to know before you book

Lowest recent price
KWD 54
Direct flight duration 7 hour 35 min
Direct airlines Srilankan Airlines
Arrival airports CMB / RML
Best days to book Wednesday, Thursday
Average over the last 30 days
KWD 61

Cheapest flights from Riyadh to Colombo

Best Price

Air Arabia

1 Sep, Tue09:10

Riyadh – Colombo

14h 40m

1 stop

RUH–CMB

KWD 54

Air Arabia

30 Sep, Wed09:10

Riyadh – Colombo

16h 50m

1 stop

RUH–CMB

KWD 54

Salam Air

23 Aug, Sun15:00

Riyadh – Colombo

10h 20m

1 stop

RUH–CMB

KWD 58

Shortest Flight

Salam Air

20 Aug, Thu15:30

Riyadh – Colombo

9h 50m

1 stop

RUH–CMB

KWD 59

Salam Air

24 Aug, Mon15:00

Riyadh – Colombo

10h 20m

1 stop

RUH–CMB

KWD 59

Salam Air

27 Aug, Thu15:30

Riyadh – Colombo

9h 50m

1 stop

RUH–CMB

KWD 59

Air Arabia

30 Aug, Sun17:00

Riyadh – Colombo

18h 45m

1 stop

RUH–CMB

KWD 60

Air Arabia

18 Aug, Tue09:10

Riyadh – Colombo

14h 40m

1 stop

RUH–CMB

KWD 87

Last update: 16 August 2026 23:38

Direct flights from Riyadh to Colombo

Estimated Prices for Riyadh to Colombo Flights

Cheapest Day1 September Tuesday

Best Price

KWD 52

Average Price

KWD 59

KWD 79

KWD 52

KWD 77

16Sun

Aug

KWD 79

17Mon

KWD 58

18Tue

KWD 64

19Wed

KWD 58

20Thu

KWD 58

21Fri

KWD 58

22Sat

KWD 58

23Sun

KWD 58

24Mon

KWD 58

25Tue

KWD 65

26Wed

KWD 58

27Thu

KWD 58

28Fri

KWD 70

29Sat

KWD 72

30Sun

KWD 58

31Mon

KWD 52

01Tue

Sep

KWD 65

02Wed

KWD 53

03Thu

KWD 53

04Fri

KWD 54

05Sat

KWD 54

06Sun

KWD 53

07Mon

KWD 52

08Tue

KWD 53

09Wed

KWD 53

10Thu

KWD 53

11Fri

KWD 54

12Sat

KWD 53

13Sun

KWD 54

14Mon

Key Features of the Airlines

- Budget-Friendly
- Egypt-KSA Specialist
- Modern Fleet
- Star Alliance Member
- Complimentary Meals
- 2x23kg Baggage
- Kuwait's Best LCC
- Kuwait Based
- Flexible Options
- Kuwait Flag Carrier
- Full Service
- Free Baggage
- Egypt-KSA Specialist
- 30kg Free Baggage
- Full Service Included

Information compiled by AI. For the most up-to-date information, contact the airline.

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.

Colombo Weather

5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature

Today

Sunday

16 Aug

Clear

29°26°

Monday

17 Aug

Rain

27°25°

Tuesday

18 Aug

Rain

29°24°

Wednesday

19 Aug

Clear

29°25°

Thursday

20 Aug

Rain

28°25°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does Wingie offer the cheapest Riyadh-Colombo flights?

When you search for Riyadh-Colombo flights, Wingie directly gathers and compares instant data from all airlines. You can see all Riyadh-Colombo flights together for the date you are looking for and choose the most suitable flight.

Which airports can I use for Riyadh-Colombo flights?

For Riyadh-Colombo flights, you can use King Khalid Intl. Airport as departure airport, and Bandaranaike Intl. Airport, Ratmalana Airport for arrival.

How many kilometers is the flight distance from Riyadh-Colombo and how long does the flight take?

The flight distance between Riyadh-Colombo is 4037 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 5 hour.

Which day is the most convenient for Riyadh-Colombo flights?

When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Riyadh-Colombo flights is Tuesday.

Which airlines offer direct flights between Riyadh-Colombo?

Srilankan Airlines organizes direct flights between Riyadh-Colombo.

Riyadh-Colombo: which airline is better value on this route?

On this route, low-cost airlines typically offer fares that include only cabin and hand baggage. Full-service airlines may include baggage and refreshment fees in the base price. The best option varies according to baggage needs. Based on current data, the lowest fare on this route with Air Arabia starts from approximately KWD 52.

Airline	Price	Standard inclusions
Flydubai	KWD 71	1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage (55x38x20 cm) / No changes allowed / No Refund / Complimentary Refreshments
Qatar Airways	KWD 79	1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece X 25 kg checked baggage / Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / Partial Refund (up to 48 hours) / Complimentary Refreshments
Salam Air	KWD 58	—
Air India	KWD 64	1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece X 30 kg checked baggage / Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / Partial Refund (up to 48 hours)
Etihad Airways	KWD 70	1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage / No changes allowed / Full Refund (up to 48 hours) / Complimentary Refreshments
Air Arabia	KWD 52	1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage (55x40x20 cm) / Paid Change (up to 24 hours) / No Refund