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International airports in Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka has 5 international airports in our directory, including Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport (CMB), Colombo Ratmalana International Airport (RML), Jaffna International Airport (JAF). Compare their codes, cities and runways, and open each airport for full details.
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All international airports in Sri Lanka
| Airport | IATA | Longest runway |
|---|---|---|
| Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport LargeColombo · Western Province | CMB | 3,350 m |
| Colombo Ratmalana International Airport LargeColombo · Western Province | RML | 1,833 m |
| Jaffna International Airport LargeJaffna · Northern Province | JAF | 1,400 m |
| Mattala Rajapaksa International AirportMattala · Southern Province | HRI | 3,500 m |
| Batticaloa International AirportBatticaloa · Eastern Province | BTC | 1,560 m |
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Frequently asked questions
How many international airports does Sri Lanka have?
Our directory lists 5 international airports in Sri Lanka: Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport (CMB), Colombo Ratmalana International Airport (RML), Jaffna International Airport (JAF), Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport (HRI), Batticaloa International Airport (BTC).
What is the main international airport in Sri Lanka?
Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport (CMB) in Colombo is the first airport in our list for Sri Lanka, with a longest runway of 3,350 m.
How long does air freight from Vietnam to Sri Lanka take?
The great-circle distance from Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) to Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport (CMB) is about 2,966 km. Direct flight time would be ≈ 4 h 10 min, but most air cargo travels via hubs, so door-to-door transit usually takes several days including customs. Contact GLG for current routings and schedules.
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