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Durban Colombo
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Fri, 10 May DUR - CMB
£470 £455
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Route information

Currency exchange rates and cost of life

Train Local, one-way ticket
90% Trains in Colombo are 90% cheaper than in Durban.
Durban £1.26
Colombo £0.13
Meal Mid-priced restaurant
57% A meal in Colombo is 57% cheaper than a meal in Durban.
Durban £6.29
Colombo £2.68
Exchange rate
1 GBP = 375.71 LKR
1 LKR = 0.01 GBP
Last checked on 05 May 2024
Distance: 4117 miles
Durban airports
Durban International Airport (DUR) How far from city centre: 7 miles
Virginia (VIR) How far from city centre: 5 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 Durban, 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 South Africa to Sri Lanka, Durban - Colombo is one of the most popular routes.

In the originAirport Airport DUR, 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 17 h and 20 m, covering a distance of about 6625 between the two cities.

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Airline(s) serving your route

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Airline(s) catering to your route from Durban DUR to Colombo CMB: airline1.

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Frequently asked questions about flights from Durban 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 Durban to Colombo at eDreams, how can I find them?
Using our flight search engine, you can find flights from £455 for the route Durban - 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 Durban to visit?
Comparing taxi prices, a ride in Colombo costs an average of 0.32 GBP pounds, 75% cheaper than Durban, with a fare of 1.26 GBP pounds, while train tickets cost 90% less in Colombo: 0.13 GBP pounds against 1.26 GBP pounds in Durban. Comparing the price of a meal, they range from 2.68 GBP euros in Colombo, 57% less than the 6.29 GBP euros in Durban. The price of a coffee is approximately 45% more expensive in Colombo, with an average of 1.93 GBP euros, while in Durban the coffee costs 1.33 GBP.
What would be the best time to book a flight from Durban to Colombo?
The most popular months to book from Durban to Colombo are August, December and May.
When would be the best time to travel from Durban to Colombo?
The best time of the year to visit Colombo from Durban really depends on lots of personal preferences, especially the price. Regarding popularity, November is the best month to fly to  Colombo from Durban in terms of searches from our customers, followed by May and February. If you would rather avoid the busy season and get away from the crowds February, May and November are the months with fewer searches for Durban -  Colombo.
What is the weather like in Colombo compared to Durban?
The average temperature in Durban is 29.12 degrees in summer, with precipitation around 6.0 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 12.72 average degrees reported in Durban. During the winter period, Durban can register 3.0 mm precipitation, while Colombo have an average of 6.0 mm rain level.
Cheapest flight £455 The cheapest price available for flights from Durban to Colombo that have been booked by our customers in the last 72 hours
Peak season November According to search data from our customers, November is the busiest time to fly from Durban to Colombo
Best time to book August Data from our customers tells us that August is the most popular time to fly to Colombo from Durban

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