On this page, you can find and purchase flight tickets for the Barcelona — Colombo route. Covering a distance of 8,478 km, this flight connects Spain and Sri Lanka and requires at least one stopover at a major transit hub.
Flights are operated by leading international airlines, and you can use our low-price calendar and price trend chart to find the best deals. We also recommend checking how to get from the airport to your accommodation in advance.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Barcelona — Colombo by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from $361 in y, and the most expensive are around $423 in r. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Barcelona → Colombo, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | $862 | high | May | $571 | low | Sep | $583 | low |
| Feb | $824 | high | Jun | $558 | low | Oct | $545 | low |
| Mar | $710 | medium | Jul | $799 | high | Nov | $685 | medium |
| Apr | $659 | medium | Aug | $812 | high | Dec | $888 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Colombo is characterized by consistently high temperatures: the hottest months are February and March, when temperatures can reach 31.6°C. The highest rainfall occurs in May and November (up to 379 mm), making this the wettest time of the year.
According to price statistics, the most budget-friendly month to fly is January, with fares starting $375. Prices peak in August, when the minimum threshold starts $449, which is linked to the holiday season.
The optimal time for a trip is January: it offers a great balance between low ticket prices and relatively dry weather. It is best to avoid the active monsoon periods in May and October–November so that heavy rains do not disrupt your plans.
Several leading international airlines operate flights on this route, offering convenient connections. Most of the air traffic is handled by major carriers from Europe and the Middle East; currently, there are no direct flights. To see a detailed schedule by day of the week and choose the best route option, please refer to the list below.
Flights Barcelona — Colombo depart from Barcelona-El Prat Airport and arrive at Bandaranaike International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the cities is 8,478 km. Given the absence of direct flights and accounting for layover times, the total travel time usually ranges from 13 to 18 hours.
Flights are operated by major international airlines, including Qatar Airways, Emirates, Turkish Airlines, and others. A full list of available carriers is provided on this page.
Currently, there are no direct flights from Barcelona to Colombo. All available options include at least one stopover.
Prices change constantly depending on flight capacity and exchange rates. You can find the best current fare in the low-price calendar block.
All international flights arrive at Sri Lanka's main airport — Bandaranaike (CMB), located near the city of Colombo.
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