Madrid to Colombo (MAD–CMB) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Madrid to Colombo
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
+3.5h ahead 16 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between MAD and CMB, connecting options are available through 16 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for MAD to CMB.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
16
Hubs
~13h
Fastest
~33h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,226
Candidates
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Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+3.5h
Colombo is 3.5 hours ahead of Madrid.
MAD: CEST · CMB: +0530

When it's 6:00 PM in Madrid, it's 9.5:00 PM in Colombo.
Getting to MAD

Metro Line 8 runs from Nuevos Ministerios (central Madrid) to T1/T2/T3 in 12–15 minutes (€6, including the airport supplement). T4 requires an additional free shuttle from T2; add 10 minutes. The Cercanías commuter train (Line C-1) reaches T4 from Atocha station in 25 minutes (€2.60, no supplement).Taxis have a fixed fare of €30 from central Madrid zones. The ride is typically 20–35 minutes depending on traffic. Avenida de América bus hub serves several airport bus routes (€5).

Facts

MAD–CMB Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Madrid to Colombo route.
Route details
Time difference+3.5 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections16 hubs
Origin: MAD
Full nameAdolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport
IATA / ICAOMAD / LEMD
TimezoneEurope/Madrid
Passengers/yr66.1M
Elevation1,998 ft / 609 m
Destination: CMB
Full nameBandaranaike International Colombo Airport
IATA / ICAOCMB / VCBI
TimezoneAsia/Colombo
Passengers/yr8.8M
Elevation30 ft / 9 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MAD to CMB flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through JED, IST, FRA, DOH, ZRH, ICN, DXB, NRT, CKG, AUH, CDG, PVG, CAN, KWI, HKG and BKK. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Colombo is 3.5 hours ahead of Madrid.
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Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

16 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 13 hours via JED. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.