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Air India

Air India
13 Jun, Sat07:15
Riyadh – Colombo
1d 5h 15m
1 stop
RUHCMB

Air India

Air India
14 Jun, Sun17:25
Riyadh – Colombo
20h 10m
1 stop
RUHCMB

Air India

Air India
17 Jun, Wed07:15
Riyadh – Colombo
1d 5h 15m
1 stop
RUHCMB
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Salam Air

Salam Air
22 Jun, Mon15:00
Riyadh – Colombo
10h 20m
1 stop
RUHCMB

Air India

Air India
19 Jun, Fri07:15
Riyadh – Colombo
1d 5h 15m
1 stop
RUHCMB

Air India

Air India
12 Jun, Fri07:15
Riyadh – Colombo
1d 5h 15m
1 stop
RUHCMB

Air India

Air India
12 Jul, Sun07:15
Riyadh – Colombo
1d 5h 15m
1 stop
RUHCMB

Air Arabia

Air Arabia
16 Jun, Tue09:10
Riyadh – Colombo
16h 50m
1 stop
RUHCMB

Air Arabia

Air Arabia
18 Jun, Thu09:10
Riyadh – Colombo
14h 40m
1 stop
RUHCMB

Last update: 12 June 2026 00:37

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Direct flights from Riyadh to Colombo

Srilankan Airlines

Estimated Prices for Riyadh to Colombo Flights

SAR 1,153
SAR 707
SAR 843
12Fri
Jun
SAR 738
13Sat
SAR 748
14Sun
SAR 775
15Mon
SAR 737
16Tue
SAR 797
17Wed
SAR 737
18Thu
SAR 726
19Fri
SAR 807
20Sat
SAR 804
21Sun
SAR 707
22Mon
SAR 751
23Tue
SAR 778
24Wed
SAR 859
25Thu
SAR 928
26Fri
SAR 905
27Sat
SAR 797
28Sun
SAR 797
29Mon
SAR 883
30Tue
SAR 1,060
01Wed
Jul
SAR 1,060
02Thu
SAR 1,153
03Fri
SAR 1,113
04Sat
SAR 1,060
05Sun
SAR 822
06Mon
SAR 1,060
07Tue
SAR 1,060
08Wed
SAR 1,060
09Thu
SAR 1,060
10Fri
SAR 875
11Sat
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Popular Airport Bandaranaike Intl. Airport
Popular Airlines Srilankan Airlines
Approximate Flight Duration 7 hour 35 min
Approximate Travel Distance 4038 Km

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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.

Colombo Weather

5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature

Thursday
11 Jun
Rain
29°25°
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Friday
12 Jun
Rain
28°25°
Saturday
13 Jun
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29°26°
Sunday
14 Jun
Clear
29°26°
Monday
15 Jun
Clear
29°26°
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