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MattalaColombo, Sri Lanka

Flights from Mattala to Colombo

Flying time from Mattala (HRI) to Colombo (CMB) is about 43m (169 km). Lowest fare seen: $556 one-way, 2 stops (12 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Colombo

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Airlines flying Mattala to Colombo

We have not confirmed which airlines fly HRI–CMB nonstop. Search the route to see every carrier selling it today, including connections.

Mattala to Colombo fares by month

With stops: Oct 2026, from $700. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026—$700 · 2 stops28 Oct 2026
Nov 2026—$803 · 2 stops4 Nov 2026
Jan 2027—$1063 · 2 stops9 Jan 2027
Feb 2027—$857 · 2 stops10 Feb 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

The next few weeks were the cheapest to fly: from $700 in October 2026, against $857 at best later on.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Mattala to Colombo, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Colombo

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Sri Lanka has two coasts with opposite monsoon patterns. West coast (Colombo, Galle) is best Dec–March; east coast (Trincomalee, Arugam Bay) is best June–September.

Peak season: December – March (west), June – September (east)

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Frequently asked questions — Mattala to Colombo flights

How long is the flight from Mattala to Colombo?
Mattala (HRI) and Colombo (CMB) are 169 km apart, about 43m of flying time. We have not seen a nonstop fare on this pair, so expect to connect — the cheapest itinerary seen had 2 stops, which adds to the total journey time.
How far is Mattala from Colombo by air?
The great-circle distance between Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport and Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport is 169 km (105 miles), a short-haul route.
How much does a flight from Mattala to Colombo cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on HRI–CMB was $556 USD with AZUR Air (2 stops), departing 7 Nov 2026, found in fare searches as of 12 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Mattala to Colombo?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in October 2026 were cheapest, from $700 one-way, against $1063 for January 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Do I need a visa to travel from Mattala to Sri Lanka?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Sri Lanka visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.
What is the best time to visit Colombo?
Sri Lanka has two coasts with opposite monsoon patterns. West coast (Colombo, Galle) is best Dec–March; east coast (Trincomalee, Arugam Bay) is best June–September.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 12 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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