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Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport
Colombo, LK
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Immigration · Predicted
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Check-in
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Status
Normal
Data quality
Ctier
Location
Colombo
Security · today · typical by hour
Estimated Fast · steady Fast all day
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Immigration · today · typical by hour
Estimated Slow · peak Normal at 12a · best Fast at 6a
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Security Wait
Range: 0-8 min
for departing passengers
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Immigration
Range: 26-38 min
for arriving passengers
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Airport Status
Quiet
Current traffic level
Location
Colombo
Sri Lanka
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0-8 min
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- Typically quieter day of the week
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Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport
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Quiet
Security severity
Fast
Immigration severity
Slow
Check-in severity
Fast
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Total Queue Time Estimate
CombinedSecurity
7
min
Immigration
37
min
Total
44
min
Add ~30 min for check-in & boarding
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Aviation Weather · METAR
MVFR
Marginal · reduced visibility
Marginal · reduced visibility
Wind
8 kt
SW
Visibility
10+SM
0510+
Ceiling
1,200ft
3 layers
Temp
27°C
Dew 27°· Δ0°
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Tips for Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport
- Arrive at least 150 minutes before your flight to allow time for check-in, security, and immigration.
- Security is typically busiest 6-9 AM and 4-7 PM. Midday flights (11 AM-2 PM) usually have the shortest queues.
- Check in online and use mobile boarding passes to skip the check-in counter and head straight to security.
- Immigration processing currently averages 37 minutes. Have your passport and any required documents ready to minimize your time at the desk.
- Tuesdays and Wednesdays typically have the lightest passenger traffic. Friday afternoons and Sunday evenings are usually the busiest.
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For Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport in Colombo, arrive 2 hours before domestic flights and 3 hours before international flights. Current wait times show approximately 7 minutes for security and 37 minutes for immigration, so plan accordingly.
The queue index at Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport indicates overall airport congestion levels based on security, immigration, and check-in wait times. A low queue index (under 30%) means smooth operations, moderate (30-70%) suggests normal traffic, and high (over 70%) indicates busy conditions with longer waits.
Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport offers various amenities including TSA PreCheck and Clear for expedited security, lounges, dining and shopping, currency exchange, free WiFi, and ground transportation options. Premium travelers can access airline lounges with Priority Pass or credit card memberships.
Terminal connections at Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport vary by airport. Most large airports offer free shuttle services, AirTrain or automated people movers, and walking paths. Check the airport map or information desk for the fastest route between terminals.
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IATA Code
CMB
Location
Colombo
Sri Lanka
Current Status
Quiet Traffic
Busiest Months
JulAugDec
Peak Hours
6-9 AM10min
11 AM-2 PM6min
4-7 PM9min
Quick Tips
- Arrive 2-3 hours early for international flights
- Check-in online to save time
When to Arrive
Domestic Flight
90 min
before departure
International Flight
150 min
before departure
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Last updated: June 5, 2026
About Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport
Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport (CMB) serves Colombo in Sri Lanka. Travelers flying through CMB should plan for variable security wait times depending on time of day and season.
International travelers arriving at CMB should plan ahead for immigration processing. Have your passport and any required visa documents ready before reaching the immigration desk to speed up processing.
The busiest travel periods at CMB are Jul, Aug, Dec. During these months, wait times can be 30-50% longer than average. Arriving early is always recommended during busy periods.