Fast and convenient scheduled domestic flights operate from Ratmalana Airport (RML) in Colombo, connecting you to key destinations across Sri Lanka, including Jaffna.

These flights offer a time-saving alternative to long road journeys, allowing you to travel across the island in approximately one hour while enjoying scenic aerial views of Sri Lanka’s coastline, forests, and inland landscapes.

Ratmalana also serves as an important connecting hub for regional travel, linking passengers to both domestic and international routes.

Why Fly from Ratmalana

Ratmalana Airport provides one of the most efficient ways to travel between Colombo and northern Sri Lanka.

• Save hours compared to long road travel
• Avoid congested highways and difficult road conditions
• Fast and reliable connection between Colombo and Jaffna
• Convenient access to international connections via Jaffna (Chennai route)
• Comfortable and time-efficient travel option
• Scenic aerial views throughout your journey

Ideal For

This route is best suited for:

• Business and government travel between Colombo and Jaffna
• Northern Sri Lanka family and cultural travel
• International travelers connecting via Chennai–Jaffna–Colombo routes
• Time-sensitive domestic travel
• Tour operators managing multi-city itineraries

Destinations from Ratmalana Airport

Scheduled flights operate between Ratmalana and key domestic and regional points:

• Jaffna (JAF)
• Colombo (RML)
• Connecting access to Chennai (MAA) via Jaffna (international service by partner airlines)

Some services may operate directly or via coordinated connections depending on scheduling.

Flight Schedules (Seasonal Operations)

Flight timings are adjusted seasonally based on demand and operational requirements.

Winter (01st Nov – 30th Jun)

To

Frequency

Departure

Arrival

Stops

Availability

Jaffna (JAF)

SUN

15.00

16.10

-

All year around

Jaffna (JAF)

THU

08.00

09.15

-

All year around

Summer (1 Jul - 31 Oct)

To

Frequency

Departure

Arrival

Stops

Availability

Jaffna (JAF)

MON

07.30

08.30

-

All year around

Jaffna (JAF)

FRI

15.00

16.10

-

All year around

Travel Information

Please review before booking:

• Tickets are non-refundable and valid only for selected date and route
• Check-in closes 30 minutes before departure
• Baggage allowance: 23 kg checked + 5 kg hand luggage
• Excess baggage: 15 USD per additional kg
• Infants under 15 days are not permitted to travel
• Children under 2 years are charged at 20% of adult fare
• Valid passport or NIC required at check-in
• Some flights may operate under Sri Lanka Air Force regulations