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Fri, 02 Aug ATH - CMB
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Currency exchange rates and cost of life

Train Local, one-way ticket
87% Trains in Colombo are 87% cheaper than in Athens.
Athens £1.03
Colombo £0.13
Meal Mid-priced restaurant
79% A meal in Colombo is 79% cheaper than a meal in Athens.
Athens £12.85
Colombo £2.68
Exchange rate
1 GBP = 375.71 LKR
1 LKR = 0.01 GBP
Last checked on 26 April 2024
Distance: 4098 miles
Athens airports
E. Venizelos (ATH) How far from city centre: 12 miles
Colombo airports
Katunayake International (CMB) How far from city centre: 17 miles
Ratmalana (RML) How far from city centre: 17 miles
Beira Lake (BYV) How far from city centre: 1 miles

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If you are planning to visit Colombo from Athens, here you'll find all the necessary information to book your flights. We'll help you address any possible doubts you may have about this route.

About your departure and destination airports

If you are looking to travel from Greece to Sri Lanka, Athens - Colombo is one of the most popular routes.

In the originAirport Airport ATH, where you'll find a range of facilities and services to kickstart your trip. From efficient check-in counters to relaxing lounges, originAirport Airport ensures a seamless departure experience, setting the stage for a smooth journey ahead.

Upon touchdown at destinationAirport Airport CMB airport, you are welcomed by the modern amenities and convenient services offered at this bustling hub. As you step off the plane, you'll find yourself well-equipped to explore the wonders of one of the top destinations in Sri Lanka.

The flight duration is approximately 18 hours, covering a distance of about 6594 between the two cities.

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Frequently asked questions about flights from Athens to Colombo

What are the benefits of booking flexible flight tickets?
Using the flexible flight ticket, you're guaranteed a refund or a rebooking option (without fees) in case of flight cancellations when travelling to Sri Lanka. At eDreams have you covered!
If I want to book flights from Athens to Colombo at eDreams, how can I find them?
Using our flight search engine, you can find flights from £270 for the route Athens - Colombo. At eDreams, we always aim at providing our customers with the cheapest option, allowing you to adjust according to stopovers, airports, dates and many other filters.
Is Colombo more expensive than Athens to visit?
Comparing taxi prices, a ride in Colombo costs an average of 0.32 GBP pounds, 91% cheaper than Athens, with a fare of 3.43 GBP pounds, while train tickets cost 87% less in Colombo: 0.13 GBP pounds against 1.03 GBP pounds in Athens. Comparing the price of a meal, they range from 2.68 GBP euros in Colombo, 79% less than the 12.85 GBP euros in Athens. The price of a coffee is approximately 34% cheaper in Colombo, with an average of 1.93 GBP euros, while in Athens the coffee costs 2.93 GBP.
What would be the best time to book a flight from Athens to Colombo?
The most popular months to book from Athens to Colombo are April, January and November.
When would be the best time to travel from Athens to Colombo?
The best time of the year to visit Colombo from Athens really depends on lots of personal preferences, especially the price. Regarding popularity, July is the best month to fly to  Colombo from Athens in terms of searches from our customers, followed by January and September. If you would rather avoid the busy season and get away from the crowds April, August and September are the months with fewer searches for Athens -  Colombo.
What is the duration of a flight from Athens to Colombo?
Flight duration from Athens to Colombo is around 12:30 hours on average, at an average distance of 8,768 km, for flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
What is the weather like in Colombo compared to Athens?
The average temperature in Athens is 35.31 degrees in summer, with precipitation around 5.3 mm ,Colombo's temperatures reach 34.0 during the hot season, with 3.0 average of rain rate . In winter, however, weather indicators show around 20.54 degrees in Colombo, compared to the 2.15 average degrees reported in Athens. During the winter period, Athens can register 9.0 mm precipitation, while Colombo have an average of 6.0 mm rain level.
Flight Time 12 h and 30 m Flights from Athens and Colombo last around 12 h and 30 m, although this flight time may also depend on other factors.
Cheapest flight £270 The cheapest price available for flights from Athens to Colombo that have been booked by our customers in the last 72 hours
Peak season July According to search data from our customers, July is the busiest time to fly from Athens to Colombo
Best time to book April Data from our customers tells us that April is the most popular time to fly to Colombo from Athens

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