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Flight Information

Distance3864 km
Flight Duration4 hrs 50 min
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Samarkand Airports

Samarkand City Center to Airport Transport

There are several transport alternatives from Samarkand city center to Samarkand International Airport, including public buses, taxis, car rental, and private transfers.

Bus

Municipal buses are the cheapest way to travel from central Samarkand to the airport, with an average journey time of about 25 to 35 minutes depending on traffic and the starting point.

  • Bus M1 from Samarkand Railway Station to the airport
  • Bus 256 from the central transport areas to the airport

Airport Shuttle

There is no regular Havas or Havabus-style airport shuttle service in Samarkand. Travelers looking for a direct ride from central points should use a taxi or pre-booked transfer instead.

  • Registan Square area to Samarkand Airport by private shuttle or transfer
  • Samarkand Railway Station area to Samarkand Airport by private shuttle or transfer

Taxi

Taxis are available 24/7 in Samarkand and are the fastest common option from the city center to the airport. The average travel time is around 15 to 20 minutes.

  • App-based taxis such as Yandex Go
  • Hotel-arranged taxis
  • Official or local taxi services

Car Rental

Car rental is suitable for travelers who want flexibility before their flight. Some rental providers can arrange pickup from city-center offices and drop-off at or near Samarkand International Airport.

  • City-center car rental office pickup
  • Airport drop-off by prior arrangement

Transfer

A private airport transfer is the most convenient option for families, groups, or travelers with luggage. Advance booking is recommended to secure a fixed pickup time and direct transport to Samarkand International Airport.

  • Hotel-to-airport private transfer
  • Meet-and-assist transfer service
  • Minivan transfer for groups

Airport to Colombo City Center Transport

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is about 32 km north of Colombo city center. Travelers can reach central Colombo by public bus, airport shuttle or luxury bus, taxi, rental car, or pre-booked private transfer.

Bus

Public buses are the cheapest way to travel from Bandaranaike International Airport to Colombo city center. Services usually depart from the airport bus area or nearby Katunayake stops and run toward Colombo Fort and Pettah. Average journey time is about 45 to 90 minutes, depending on traffic.

  • Route 187: Bandaranaike Airport / Katunayake to Colombo Fort
  • Route 187-E: Expressway service toward Colombo Fort / Bastian Mawatha Bus Station
  • Colombo Fort and Pettah are useful onward stops for trains, local buses, and tuk-tuks

Airport Shuttle

There is no Havas or Havabus-branded airport shuttle at Bandaranaike International Airport, but airport shuttle and luxury bus services operate on key routes from the terminal area. Average journey time to central Colombo is about 45 to 75 minutes.

  • Colombo Fort Railway Station
  • Colombo Main Bus Stop / Pettah area
  • Port City Colombo
  • Makumbura Multimodal Transport Centre, useful for southern and suburban connections

Taxi

Taxis are available 24/7 from the arrivals area at Bandaranaike International Airport. Official airport taxis, ride-hailing services, and private cabs provide direct transport to hotels and addresses in Colombo city center. Average journey time is about 35 to 60 minutes.

  • Official airport taxi counters in the arrivals area
  • Ride-hailing options such as PickMe and Uber, subject to availability
  • Direct drop-off at Colombo Fort, Galle Face, Kollupitiya, Bambalapitiya, or Cinnamon Gardens

Car Rental

Car rental is available through airport offices and local rental companies serving Bandaranaike International Airport. Vehicles can usually be collected near the terminal exit or arranged with meet-and-greet pickup. Driving to Colombo city center typically takes 35 to 60 minutes via the expressway.

  • Airport car rental desks and local rental agencies
  • Self-drive cars for flexible travel around Colombo and Sri Lanka
  • Chauffeur-driven rental cars for easier city and intercity travel

Transfer

A private airport transfer is the most convenient option for first-time visitors, late-night arrivals, families, or travelers with heavy luggage. Booking in advance is recommended so the driver can meet you at arrivals and take you directly to your Colombo hotel or city-center address. Average journey time is about 35 to 60 minutes.

  • Pre-booked private car from Bandaranaike International Airport to Colombo city center
  • Meet-and-greet service at the arrivals area
  • Fixed-price transfer to Colombo Fort, Galle Face, Colombo 03, Colombo 04, or other central districts

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Samarkand Average Temperature

Monday
26°C
Tuesday
27°C
Wednesday
19°C
Thursday
22°C
Friday
23°C
Saturday
26°C
Sunday
26°C

Colombo Average Temperature

Monday
20°C
Tuesday
29°C
Wednesday
20°C
Thursday
20°C
Friday
22°C
Saturday
23°C
Sunday
22°C

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