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Salam Air
11 Feb, Tue
05:20 PM
Riyadh - Colombo
1 stop
8h
RUH-CMB
4.885 TL
Salam Air
Flydubai
15 Feb, Sat
09:20 PM
Riyadh - Colombo
1 stop
0h 40m
RUH-CMB
5.549 TL
Flydubai
Jazeera Airways
10 Feb, Mon
03:00 PM
Riyadh - Colombo
1 stop
9h 55m
RUH-CMB
6.027 TL
Jazeera Airways
Air Arabia
13 Feb, Thu
09:25 AM
Riyadh - Colombo
1 stop
14h 55m
RUH-CMB
7.015 TL
Air Arabia
Jazeera Airways
4 Feb, Tue
03:00 PM
Riyadh - Colombo
1 stop
9h 55m
RUH-CMB
7.647 TL
Jazeera Airways
Salam Air
7 Feb, Fri
02:00 PM
Riyadh - Colombo
1 stop
11h 20m
RUH-CMB
8.086 TL
Salam Air
Jazeera Airways
5 Feb, Wed
03:00 PM
Riyadh - Colombo
1 stop
9h 55m
RUH-CMB
8.377 TL
Jazeera Airways
Jazeera Airways
6 Feb, Thu
03:00 PM
Riyadh - Colombo
1 stop
9h 55m
RUH-CMB
8.378 TL
Jazeera Airways
Air India
3 Feb, Mon
06:45 AM
Riyadh - Colombo
1 stop
14h
RUH-CMB
8.421 TL
Air India
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Popular Airport

Bandaranaike Intl. Airport

Popular Airlines

Srilankan Airlines

Approximate Flight Duration

5 hour

Approximate Travel Distance

2509 Miles

Transportation to Airport from Riyadh City Center

King Khalid Intl. Airport

King Khalid International Airport (RUH) is well-connected to Riyadh city center through several transportation options, including taxis, transfer services, and rental cars. The airport is located about 35 kilometers from city center and for those driving their own vehicles, the airport provides parking facilities for both short- and long-term use.

Taxi

Taxis are one of the fastest and most convenient ways to reach King Khalid International Airport as typically takes 25-30 minutes to reach, depending on traffic conditions. They are widely available across Riyadh, and ride-hailing apps like Uber and Careem offer an additional option. Fares range depending on the pickup point and traffic.

Bus Services

Public buses connect the airport to various parts of Riyadh, including the city center. They typically operate during daytime hours, but schedules and routes should be confirmed at the airport information desk. Look for clearly marked bus stops at the arrivals area.

Metro

Riyadh metro system consists of six lines, connecting 85 stations. Line 4, or also known as the Yellow Line, runs from King Khalid International Airport to the King Abdullah Financial District (KAFD). Passengers opting for public transportation can use the metro, as it is available at the airport exits, and tickets can be obtained from machines at the station.

Hotel Shuttles

Many hotels in Riyadh provide transfer services to King Khalid International Airport. These services are convenient, reliable, and often affordable or free of charge, depending on your booking type. Travelers must confirm availability and costs with their hotel during booking. Hotel transfers are ideal for those who prefer a pre-arranged mode of transportation.

Rental Car

For those who prefer to drive themselves, renting a car is a flexible and comfortable alternative. Car rental offices are located throughout Riyadh, offering a variety of vehicles with or without a driver. The journey to the airport takes about 25–30 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. International visitors need a valid international driving license to rent a car in Saudi Arabia.

Transportation to Colombo City Center from Airport

Bandaranaike Intl. Airport

Sri Lanka's capital city, Colombo, located on the southern part of Asia, is known for its Colombo Harbor, which is frequented by many merchant ships. The rivers and canals in the city add a different beauty and naturalness to the city. Sri Lanka is starting to become a tourist center as a result of the renovated and newly opened buildings thanks to the urban transformation that started in the city.

Transportation in Colombo is provided by many different transportation means. The sympathetic three-wheeled vehicles, special to the city, known tuk-tuk serve at short distances. Other transport options include buses, trains and taxis as well as ferries linking India and the city. Bandaranayike Airport connects Colombo with all the cities in the world.

There are buses that travel at certain intervals during the day from Bandaranayike Airport to the city center. Taxis carry passengers to the city center on a busy pace all day.  

Taxi

Taxis are very popular as transportation facilities at the airport are limited and buses, which do not work at night, have long intervals. You need to clearly tell the route you want to go to the driver of the taxi, which you can easily take at the airport exit.

Bus

There is an express route between the city of Colombo and the airport, which can only be used by buses. Thanks to this special road, bus number 187-E3 can reach the city center in half an hour. In order to take the buses in front of the terminal building you need to buy tickets in advance.

Weather in Colombo

DayMin - Max
ThursdayMin 25ºC - Max 31ºC
FridayMin 25ºC - Max 31ºC
SaturdayMin 25ºC - Max 32ºC
SundayMin 25ºC - Max 32ºC
MondayMin 25ºC - Max 33ºC

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