Travelling from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Toronto: what you need to know
Toronto is 9 hours 30 minutes behind Colombo, where Bandaranaike International Airport is located. Toronto operates on the UTC-4 timezone.
Leave enough time to catch your flight from CMB to Toronto. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during high season in general.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from CMB to Toronto. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
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If you have a passport from Sri Lanka, you'll need an embassy visa to visit Canada. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from Bandaranaike International Airport to Toronto for tourism purposes. Requirements may be different if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always consult official visa guidelines before you book and certainly before you fly.
Located around 32 kilometres from the centre of Colombo, CMB can be reached in about 39 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour and 31 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Toronto? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near CMB:
How to find the cheapest flights from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Toronto
RM2,921 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Bandaranaike International Airport to Toronto. For a return flight on this route, the best price is RM4,146. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap tickets from CMB to Toronto, book as early as possible. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Bandaranaike International Airport to Toronto across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to the centre of Toronto is around 26 minutes by car. It's approximately 27 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 49 minutes.
Reserve a hotel close to YYZ if you're catching a late flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Toronto. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
The centre of Toronto is approximately 3 kilometres from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ). As soon as your flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Toronto has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 35 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 39 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near YTZ. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your flight from CMB to Toronto at one of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Toronto
It's time to figure out your dates for your flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Toronto. August is the most popular month for a trip to Toronto. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Toronto, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Toronto, with the temperature ranging from 14ºC to 28ºC.
Search for cheap flights from CMB to Toronto in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -12ºC and 1ºC on average.
More about Toronto
After booking your flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Toronto, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Toronto:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District are attractions you won't want to skip in Toronto.
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