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Cheapest return flight
£498
Typical prices: £636-£796
Etihad Airways
Sat 3/2Fri 9/2
OTP - CMB • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£342
Typical prices: £342-£448
flydubai
Mon 10/12
OTP - CMB • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport 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 13% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 6% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Zurich (ZRH)
Cheapest • Avg £667 (return)
Doha Hamad Intl (DOH)
Shortest trip • 13h 37m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Bucharest to Colombo (OTP-CMB)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Bucharest to Colombo

Wed, 3 Feb - Tue, 9 Feb
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12:35 - 08:10OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
16h 05m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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16:05 - 11:30CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
22h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
£498Etihad Airways
Wed, 3 Feb - Sun, 7 Feb
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12:35 - 08:10OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
16h 05m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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04:00 - 11:30CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
11h 00m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
£498Etihad Airways
Wed, 20 Jan - Tue, 2 Feb
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12:35 - 08:10OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
16h 05m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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21:35 - 11:30CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
17h 25m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
£498Etihad Airways
Mon, 28 Dec - Fri, 29 Jan
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08:00 - 10:15OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
22h 45m2 stops Dubai Intl Male
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11:15 - 22:05CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
14h 20m2 stops Male Dubai Intl
£613flydubai
Mon, 28 Dec - Wed, 27 Jan
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08:00 - 10:15OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
22h 45m2 stops Dubai Intl Male
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01:45 - 07:00CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
32h 45m1 stop Dubai Intl
£613flydubai
Mon, 28 Dec - Mon, 1 Feb
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08:00 - 10:15OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
22h 45m2 stops Dubai Intl Male
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09:15 - 13:50CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
32h 05m1 stop Dubai Intl
£613flydubai
Fri, 27 Nov - Sun, 6 Dec
Turkish Airlines Logo
21:35 - 07:45OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
30h 40m1 stop Istanbul
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09:15 - 08:40CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
26h 55m1 stop Istanbul
£638Turkish Airlines
Fri, 27 Nov - Sun, 6 Dec
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21:35 - 07:45OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
30h 40m1 stop Istanbul
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09:15 - 08:40CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
26h 55m1 stop Istanbul
£640Turkish Airlines
Wed, 30 Dec - Wed, 13 Jan
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10:40 - 16:30OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
26h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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10:15 - 13:25CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
30h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£669Qatar Airways
Sat, 14 Nov - Sat, 5 Dec
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10:40 - 01:55OTP  Bucharest Otopeni Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
11h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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19:30 - 06:40CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-OTP Bucharest Otopeni Intl
14h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£676Qatar Airways
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport with more confidence.

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

Return flights from Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport start at £498. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from £636 to £796. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £498 on Etihad Airways.

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

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport and is 5% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 5% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport at £647 return.
•December (£829) and July (£747) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 28% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport are cheapest 18 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 13% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

£342
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 5% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 6% lower on average.
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Your Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

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

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.

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

    A direct flight from Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport takes 0h 00m, covering 4,118 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport 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 Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight?

    Return flights from Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport range from £636 to £796, with an average of £690 over the past 12 months. Anything below £636 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 9% above the route average of £690. Book 18 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport 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 £498 to £2,335. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £384, which is 5% below 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 starting from around £16 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Ace
    • AcaRent
    • Xdrive Mobility
    • SR RENT A CAR

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

    Flights from Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport usually depart from Bucharest Otopeni Intl (OTP) and arrive at Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB).

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

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

    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 53% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 27% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 18% of one-stop connections
    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) – 2% of one-stop connections

    Dubai Intl (DXB) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 10% on the Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at £661 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at £728, a difference of £67. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 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 Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Flying via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 13h 37m, compared to 13h 45m via Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) and 13h 58m via Istanbul (IST).

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

    Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is 2 hours ahead of Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport (India Time vs Eastern European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport 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 Thursday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Thursday flights average £661 – about £67 less than Saturday (9% 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 13% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport trip for February. Fares historically average £647 return in that month – typically £182 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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