Flights from Riyadh to Colombo: Best prices, time to go and all you need to know

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Route details

4045 km

Distance

Flight prices to Colombo

$339 – $339

Price range (Roundtrip)

Direct flights to Colombo

Weather now

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+82°F

Rain

Airports

DGM

20km

KEZ

8km

RML

12km

Flight prices from Riyadh to Colombo

Typically the return flight from Riyadh to Colombo costs about that much:

~$339

Cheap

$339

Average price

Expensive

Our users typically choose flights from Riyadh to Colombo within this price range. If you come across prices over $339, they are likely to be more expensive than usual. To find cheap flights at the best price, we recommend searching early, using our flexible dates feature.

Which is the cheapest month to fly to Colombo?

Here are approximate min and max prices for Riyadh to Colombo flight (one-way) at the moment:

We have analyzed the prices and it seems that January might be the cheapest month to go, with approximate prices from $129 to $129. Meanwhile, the most expensive month will probably be January with a price range of $129 – $129.

Is Colombo an expensive destination?

We have compared flights from Riyadh to Colombo with other routes:

Below average

Price per kilometer: 0.08 $ / km

Flight prices to Colombo ($339 – $339) are lower than average compared to other destinations.

Select dates to search flights to Colombo

Pick your travel dates to get the cheapest live flight prices to Colombo:

November

2025

Direct flights from Riyadh to Colombo

There are 1 airlines that fly directly from Riyadh to Colombo: SriLankan Airlines if you are departing from Riyadh. Most airlines that have direct connections are departing from King Khalid International Airport. Most airlines arrive to Bandaranaike International Airport. Most flights depart on Friday, Thursday.

Airlines that have direct flights from Riyadh to Colombo

SriLankan Airlines

RUH

CMB

The above ratings are provided by Trustpilot.

Airlines that have connecting flights from Riyadh to Colombo

There are 10 other airlines that fly from Riyadh to Colombo, including IndiGo, Flydubai, Air India, Emirates and others.

IndiGo

Flydubai

Air India

Emirates

Airports in Colombo and Riyadh

Colombo has 4 airports and Riyadh has 1 airport.

Colombo

Riyadh

Dandugama Seaplane Base (DGM)

20 km from Colombo city center.

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Taxi

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Bus

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Train

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Shuttle

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Subway

Kelaniya River Airport (KEZ)

8 km from Colombo city center.

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Taxi

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Bus

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Train

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Shuttle

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Subway

Ratmalana Airport (RML)

12 km from Colombo city center.

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Taxi

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Bus

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Train

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Shuttle

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Subway

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

28 km from Colombo city center.

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Taxi

~15 min.

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Bus

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Train

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Shuttle

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Subway

1 airline with direct flights

Which airport in Colombo is better?

The closest airport to Colombo city center is Kelaniya River Airport (KEZ) with 8 km distance. The quickest way to get to city center is to take a taxi from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), trip will take 15 min. Most airlines like SriLankan Airlines with direct flights are flying to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB).

Where to stay in Colombo

Find the right accommodation in Colombo with Avionero:

7.5

Renuka City Hotel

328 Galle Road

WiFi • 24-Hour Reception • Swimming pool • Fitness Room/Gym • Airport shuttle

9.2

Chapelton House

1st Chapel Lane Colombo 6

Free Wi-Fi • WiFi • 24-Hour Reception • Airport shuttle • Mini Bar

8.1

Hilton Colombo Hotel

2 Sir Chittampalam A Gardiner, Mawatha

WiFi • Parking • 24-Hour Reception • Swimming pool • Fitness Room/Gym

9.0

Mount Lodge Boutique Hotel

69A Hotel Road

Free Wi-Fi • WiFi • 24-Hour Reception • Airport shuttle • Mini Bar

7.7

Cj Villas

29d&b schofield place Marine drive

Free Wi-Fi • WiFi • 24-Hour Reception • Air Conditioned • Express Check-In/Check-Out

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Planning a trip from Riyadh to Colombo? Check the weather

16 Days Weather Forecast

Here’s how the weather in Colombo looks currently:

Today, 12 November

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+82°F

Rain

5 m/s

78 %

Thu, 13 November

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+82°F

Rain

4 m/s

72 %

Fri, 14 November

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+81°F

Rain

6 m/s

77 %

Sat, 15 November

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+82°F

Rain

8 m/s

70 %

Sun, 16 November

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+82°F

Rain

8 m/s

71 %

Mon, 17 November

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+77°F

Rain

8 m/s

89 %

Tue, 18 November

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+81°F

Rain

5 m/s

78 %

Wed, 19 November

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+81°F

Rain

6 m/s

79 %

Thu, 20 November

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+81°F

Rain

4 m/s

76 %

Fri, 21 November

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+82°F

Rain

7 m/s

70 %

Sat, 22 November

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+81°F

Rain

8 m/s

75 %

Sun, 23 November

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+79°F

Rain

8 m/s

81 %

Mon, 24 November

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+81°F

Rain

9 m/s

74 %

Tue, 25 November

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+81°F

Rain

8 m/s

75 %

Wed, 26 November

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+81°F

Rain

5 m/s

71 %

Thu, 27 November

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+82°F

Rain

9 m/s

77 %

CO₂-e emission on the Riyadh – Colombo route

Here are typical CO₂-e emissions on a return flight to Colombo:

1367 kg1367 kg1367 kg

From 1367 kg to 1367 kg is the approximate amount of CO₂ equivalents emitted on the Riyadh to Colombo route. The exact figure depends on the number of stops, the type of airplane and its capacity.

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~68 trees

are needed to absorb those emissions (approximation, source: Climate Neutral Group)

Offset CO2-e emission on Riyadh – Colombo flight

To reduce your own impact from flying to Colombo, you can also compensate for it. This means that you sponsor projects that reduce the amount of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere by the same estimated amount that your flight emits:

Renewable Energy

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FAQ

Flying from Riyadh to Colombo? Here are some useful things to know:

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What airports does Colombo has?

There are 4 of airports in Colombo: Dandugama Seaplane Base, Kelaniya River Airport, Ratmalana Airport, Bandaranaike International Airport. The closest one is Kelaniya River Airport which is 8 km away.

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How far is it to fly between Riyadh and Colombo?

A passenger flying direct from Riyadh to Colombo will travel around 4045 km.

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How long does it take to travel from Riyadh to Colombo?

You should expect a flight time of around ∞h NaNm – -∞h NaNm.

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How much does it cost to fly from Riyadh to Colombo?

The following factors could affect the price: seasonality, how early you book your flight, luggage inclusion, direct verses stopover flight, etc.

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What’s the weather like in Colombo?

On average you could expect +79°F in December to +82°F in March. Currently, it is Rain and +82°F in Colombo.

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Is there a direct connection between Riyadh and Colombo?

Yes, there are direct flights from Riyadh to Colombo. You can fly to Colombo 2 days a week: Friday, Thursday.

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Which airlines offer direct flights from Riyadh to Colombo?

Here are the airlines that have direct connections from Riyadh to Colombo: SriLankan Airlines.

About Avionero

Avionero is a Swedish travel planning startup located in Malmo, founded by Lars Kristensson and Anton Tyulenev.

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