Traveling from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Colombo: what you need to know
The timezone in Colombo is UTC+5:30. The city is 9 hours 30 minutes ahead of New York, where Newark Liberty International Airport is located.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from EWR to Colombo.
Traveling during a peak time like August? High seasons (like summer, Christmas and New Year) can easily add another hour at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
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You'll need an e-visa for Sri Lanka if you have a passport from United States and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements change frequently. So before booking your cheap ticket from Newark Liberty International Airport to Colombo, check with your airline and the destination country's local embassy or consulate for the most recent updates.
EWR is about 24 kilometers from central New York. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take 28 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 1 hour and 11 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to EWR? If you're catching an early flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Colombo, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
How to find the cheapest flights from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Colombo
$503 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Newark Liberty International Airport to Colombo. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $938. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from EWR to Colombo. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Finding cheap tickets from Newark Liberty International Airport to Colombo is easy if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to show the lowest fares throughout the month and score a great deal.
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Airports in Colombo
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) to central Colombo is approximately 16 kilometers. It'll take you around 39 minutes to get to the center driving.
Traveling to the center on public transport will take you around 1 hour and 16 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Colombo. Stay at one of these accommodation options near RML instead:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Central Colombo is around 32 kilometers from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB). After your flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Colombo has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 39 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 1 hour and 31 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from EWR to Colombo, rest your head at a hotel close to CMB. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Colombo
Before you book your flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Colombo, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Colombo offers a vibrant atmosphere and plenty to do, while the off-season means you'll get better deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Colombo is March, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Colombo in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like traveling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from EWR to Colombo in January when temperatures average between 22ºC and 32ºC.
More about Colombo
Start your Colombo trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Colombo, check out our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Gangaramaya Temple, Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall and Viharamahadevi Park are top sights which should feature on any good Colombo itinerary.
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