Bengaluru to Colombo (BLR–CMB) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
BLR–CMB is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. IndiGo and SriLankan Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 441 miles in approximately 1h 25m. Beyond nonstop, 25 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6E IndiGo Also: AF | 14 | 32N, 32Q | 1h25-1h30 | – | – | AF |
| UL SriLankan Airlines Also: AI, JL | 10 | 320 | 1h25 | – | Oneworld | AI, JL |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Colombo from Bengaluru
| Metric | BLR→CMB | MAA→CMB | TRZ→CMB |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from BLR | – | 166 mi | 182 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 5 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 45 | 73 | 8 |
| Flight time | 1h 25m | 1h 10m | 1h |
Travel Essentials
BLR: IST · CMB: +0530
When it's 6:00 PM in Bengaluru, it's 6:00 PM in Colombo.
Indian passport holders need an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) to enter Sri Lanka. Apply at srilankaeta.gov.lk before travel. The ETA costs $50 for a 30-day tourist stay (double-entry), processed within 24 to 48 hours. An ETA on arrival is available at Colombo Bandaranaike Airport (CMB) for $60, but the online route is faster. Extensions up to 90 days are available at the Department of Immigration in Colombo for $25.
Required documents are minimal: a passport valid for at least 6 months, a return or onward ticket, and proof of sufficient funds ($50 per day is the informal guideline). No hotel bookings or invitation letters are needed for the ETA application. The ETA form asks for your Sri Lankan address, so have at least the first night's hotel name ready.
Direct flights from Chennai, Mumbai, Delhi, Bangalore, Kochi, and Tiruchirappalli to Colombo run 1 hour 30 minutes to 3 hours 30 minutes depending on the origin city. SriLankan Airlines, Air India, IndiGo, and SpiceJet operate multiple daily frequencies. Sri Lanka uses the Sri Lankan rupee (LKR), trading at roughly 300 LKR per $1. No mandatory vaccinations for Indian arrivals. Indian rupees cannot be used in Sri Lanka, so exchange at the airport or withdraw from ATMs in LKR.
Namma Metro's Yellow Line (RV Road to Bommasandra, with airport extension) opened in phases; confirm current operational status and fares before travel. BMTC Vayu Vajra (Big10) airport buses run from multiple city points for INR 250–320 and take 45–90 minutes depending on traffic.Ola and Uber from the city centre to the airport cost INR 600–1,000 and take 45–75 minutes in normal traffic. Bengaluru is notorious for severe traffic congestion, especially on Bellary Road and the BIAL access road; allow substantial buffer time during peak hours (08:00–10:30 and 17:30–21:00). Prepaid taxis also operate from the terminal.
BLR–CMB Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from BLR to CMB
Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru (BLR) and Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport (CMB) are connected by nonstop service from IndiGo and SriLankan Airlines. With 45 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
BLR to CMB Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from BLR to CMB ranges from 1 hours 25 minutes to 1 hours 30 minutes. The route covers a distance of 441 miles (710 km). There are approximately 45 weekly flights outbound and 33 return, totaling 78 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
25 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 7 hours via HYD. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Chennai (MAA) and Tiruchirappalli (TRZ).