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Cheapest return flight
£462
Typical prices: £425-£691
Air Arabia
Thu 1/3Fri 30/3
ATH - CMB • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£484
Typical prices: £219-£313
Qatar Airways
Thu 4/1
ATH - CMB • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Athens and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
18 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 18 weeks in advance save around 44% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
May
Cheapest • 20% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl (BOM)
Cheapest • Avg £411 (return)
Doha Hamad Intl (DOH)
Shortest trip • 10h 57m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Athens to Colombo (ATH-CMB)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Athens to Colombo

Mon, 1 Mar - Tue, 30 Mar
Air Arabia Logo
23:10 - 01:50ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
23h 10m1 stop Sharjah
Air Arabia Logo
03:10 - 13:15CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
12h 35m1 stop Sharjah
£462Air Arabia
Thu, 22 Apr - Mon, 3 May
Gulf Air Logo
07:25 - 09:40ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
23h 45m2 stops Manama Bahrain Intl Male
Gulf Air Logo
17:20 - 14:10CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
23h 20m2 stops Male Manama Bahrain Intl
£463Gulf Air
Thu, 22 Apr - Mon, 3 May
Gulf Air Logo
07:25 - 09:40ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
23h 45m2 stops Manama Bahrain Intl Male
Gulf Air Logo
17:20 - 14:10CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
23h 20m2 stops Male Manama Bahrain Intl
£464Gulf Air
Tue, 27 Apr - Thu, 6 May
Gulf Air Logo
15:20 - 09:40ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
15h 50m2 stops Manama Bahrain Intl Male
Gulf Air Logo
17:20 - 14:10CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
23h 20m2 stops Male Manama Bahrain Intl
£465Gulf Air
Fri, 23 Apr - Fri, 7 May
Gulf Air Logo
15:20 - 09:40ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
15h 50m2 stops Manama Bahrain Intl Male
Gulf Air Logo
17:20 - 14:10CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
23h 20m2 stops Male Manama Bahrain Intl
£473Gulf Air
Mon, 15 Feb - Mon, 1 Mar
Air Arabia Logo
13:45 - 13:45ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
20h 30m1 stop Sharjah
Air Arabia Logo
14:35 - 12:55CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
25h 50m1 stop Sharjah
£475Air Arabia
Sat, 1 May - Mon, 31 May
Gulf Air Logo
15:20 - 09:40ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
15h 50m2 stops Manama Bahrain Intl Male
Gulf Air Logo
17:20 - 14:10CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
23h 20m2 stops Male Manama Bahrain Intl
£480Gulf Air
Sun, 14 Feb - Sun, 28 Feb
Gulf Air Logo
14:40 - 09:45ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
15h 35m2 stops Manama Bahrain Intl Male
Gulf Air Logo
17:00 - 05:30CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
16h 00m2 stops Male Manama Bahrain Intl
£482Gulf Air
Sat, 1 May - Mon, 31 May
Gulf Air Logo
15:20 - 09:40ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
15h 50m2 stops Manama Bahrain Intl Male
Gulf Air Logo
17:20 - 14:10CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
23h 20m2 stops Male Manama Bahrain Intl
£484Gulf Air
Sat, 13 Feb - Mon, 1 Mar
Gulf Air Logo
14:40 - 09:55ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
15h 45m2 stops Manama Bahrain Intl Male
Gulf Air Logo
17:00 - 13:45CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
24h 15m2 stops Male Manama Bahrain Intl
£489Gulf Air
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Athens to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Athens to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Return flights from Athens to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport typically range from £425 to £691. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £462 on Air Arabia.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Athens to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Athens to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. It's 9% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 28% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Athens to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

•May is the cheapest month to fly from Athens to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport at £410 return.
•December (£714) and July (£701) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 73% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Athens to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Athens to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport are cheapest 18 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 44% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Athens to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

£462
Beat the crowds with an average 60% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 74% increase in traveller numbers.
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When to book flights from Athens to Colombo

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Athens to Colombo based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Athens to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Athens to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Athens to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Athens to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    A direct flight from Athens to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport takes 00m, covering 4,073 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Athens to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Athens to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight?

    Return flights from Athens to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport range from £425 to £691, with an average of £514 over the past 12 months. Anything below £425 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Athens to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 30% above the £514 route average. Book 18 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Athens to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £462 to £4,196. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Athens to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Athens to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £877, which is 252% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (CMB)?

    Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (CMB) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates averaging £32 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Xdrive Mobility
    • GREEN MOTION
    • AcaRent
    • Ace
    • CarWiz

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Athens to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Flights from Athens to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport usually depart from Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH) and arrive at Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Athens to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Athens to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Sharjah (SHJ) – 34% of one-stop connections
    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) – 33% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 17% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 9% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Athens to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 29% on flights from Athens to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at £470 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at £658, a difference of £188.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Athens to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Flying via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 10h 57m, compared to 12h 41m via Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) and 12h 55m via Sharjah (SHJ).

  • What is the time difference between Athens and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is 3 hours ahead of Athens (India Time vs Eastern European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Athens to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average £470, about £188 less than Sunday fares (29% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 18 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 44% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Athens to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport trip for May. Fares historically average £410 return in that month – typically £304 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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