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When you search for Riyadh-Colombo flights, Wingie directly gathers and compares instant data from all airlines. You can see all Riyadh-Colombo flights together for the date you are looking for and choose the most suitable flight.

Which airports can I use for Riyadh-Colombo flights?

For Riyadh-Colombo flights, you can use King Khalid Intl. Airport as departure airport, and Bandaranaike Intl. Airport, Ratmalana Airport for arrival.

How many kilometers is the flight distance from Riyadh-Colombo and how long does the flight take?

The flight distance between Riyadh-Colombo is 4037 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 5 hour.

Which day is the most convenient for Riyadh-Colombo flights?

When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Riyadh-Colombo flights is Saturday.

Which airlines offer direct flights between Riyadh-Colombo?

Srilankan Airlines organizes direct flights between Riyadh-Colombo.

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Quick Flight Summary from Riyadh to Colombo

Key numbers to know before you book

Lowest recent price
SAR 773
Direct flight duration 9 hour 50 min
Direct airlines Srilankan Airlines
Arrival airports CMB / RML
Best days to book Wednesday, Friday
Average over the last 30 days
SAR 814

Cheapest flights from Riyadh to Colombo

Shortest Flight

Salam Air

14 Aug, Fri15:00

Riyadh – Colombo

10h 20m

1 stop

RUH–CMB

SAR 707

Salam Air

11 Aug, Tue15:00

Riyadh – Colombo

10h 20m

1 stop

RUH–CMB

SAR 707

Air India

22 Jul, Wed07:15

Riyadh – Colombo

1d 5h 15m

1 stop

RUH–CMB

SAR 712

Air Arabia

12 Aug, Wed09:10

Riyadh – Colombo

14h 40m

1 stop

RUH–CMB

SAR 717

Air Arabia

17 Aug, Mon09:10

Riyadh – Colombo

14h 40m

1 stop

RUH–CMB

SAR 717

Etihad Airways

9 Aug, Sun16:50

Riyadh – Colombo

1d 1h 15m

1 stop

RUH–CMB

SAR 718

Etihad Airways

10 Aug, Mon16:50

Riyadh – Colombo

1d 1h 15m

1 stop

RUH–CMB

SAR 718

Air India

17 Jul, Fri07:15

Riyadh – Colombo

1d 5h 20m

1 stop

RUH–CMB

SAR 719

Salam Air

18 Aug, Tue15:00

Riyadh – Colombo

10h 20m

1 stop

RUH–CMB

SAR 721

Last update: 03 July 2026 03:26

Direct flights from Riyadh to Colombo

Estimated Prices for Riyadh to Colombo Flights

SAR 1,380

SAR 773

SAR 1,328

03Fri

Jul

SAR 1,380

04Sat

SAR 1,368

05Sun

SAR 1,328

06Mon

SAR 1,153

07Tue

SAR 1,001

08Wed

SAR 1,001

09Thu

SAR 1,001

10Fri

SAR 1,001

11Sat

SAR 994

12Sun

SAR 996

13Mon

SAR 996

14Tue

SAR 801

15Wed

SAR 950

16Thu

SAR 801

17Fri

SAR 952

18Sat

SAR 1,001

19Sun

SAR 995

20Mon

SAR 857

21Tue

SAR 913

22Wed

SAR 1,065

23Thu

SAR 814

24Fri

SAR 955

25Sat

SAR 841

26Sun

SAR 773

27Mon

SAR 775

28Tue

SAR 824

29Wed

SAR 773

30Thu

SAR 773

31Fri

SAR 837

01Sat

Aug

Key Features of the Airlines

- Lowest Fares
- Hajj & Umrah Specialist
- Easy Mobile Booking
- Best LCC Middle East
- Flexible Rebooking
- Wide Domestic Network
- Egypt-KSA Specialist
- 30kg Free Baggage
- Full Service Included
- Full Service with Meals
- 23kg Free Baggage
- SkyTeam Member
- Star Alliance Member
- Complimentary Meals
- 2x23kg Baggage

Information compiled by AI. For the most up-to-date information, contact the airline.

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.