Runway and aircraft fit
Colombo–Bandaranaike (CMB/VCBI) lists a runway of 3,350 m. Final aircraft suitability depends on payload, weather, performance data and operator approval.
Operator information
VCBI/CMBSri Lanka
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Colombo–Bandaranaike (CMB/VCBI) — FBOs & Private Jet
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ICAO Code
VCBI
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Runway
3350 m
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ICAO Code
VCBI
Charter price
On request
Runway
3350 m
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Charter price
On request
ICAO Code
VCBI
IATA Code
CMB
Runway
3.4 km
Airport facts
Airport facts at Colombo–Bandaranaike
Operational guidance for private jet arrivals and departures at Colombo–Bandaranaike (CMB/VCBI), focused on handling, runway suitability, customs and access to Colombo.
FBO and handling
Private jet handling at Colombo–Bandaranaike is supported by named providers including EURO JET. Availability and exact terminal arrangements are confirmed at quote stage.
Customs and immigration
Customs arrangements for Colombo–Bandaranaike (CMB/VCBI) should be checked before booking, especially for non-Schengen or international itineraries.
Slots and operating hours
Operating hours, slots, parking and PPR requirements at Colombo–Bandaranaike are confirmed before quote acceptance to avoid runway or handling surprises.
Aircraft planning
Light, midsize, super-midsize and heavy jet options for Colombo are shortlisted against runway performance, passenger count, baggage and route length.
Alternative airports
If Colombo–Bandaranaike is slot-constrained or not ideal for your aircraft, nearby options around Colombo include Galle–Koggala.
Airport operating conditions can change. Flyius verifies runway performance, slots, customs and handling with the operator or local handler before confirming your charter.
Why book a private jet to Colombo–Bandaranaike
- FBO and handler arrangements are confirmed with the operator, including terminal access, customs where available and passenger handling (standard)
- Location providing practical access to Colombo business districts, resorts and cultural areas
- Ground transport coordination can include car services and helicopter transfers when available for the airport and route
Sri Lanka's Only International Hub on the Bay of Bengal Executive Circuit
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB/VCBI) at Katunayake is the single point of entry for all international private charter traffic into Sri Lanka. Located 35 km north of Colombo city centre, it handles the full spectrum of traffic — corporate delegations visiting Colombo's financial district, leisure charters bound for the southern coast resorts near Galle and Mirissa, and positioning flights transiting between the Gulf and Southeast Asian hubs. It sits on a critical corridor between Dubai (DXB) and Singapore (SIN), making it a logical tech stop or direct destination for ultra-long-range aircraft operating that arc.
Operational Profile
The runway value recorded for Bandaranaike International Airport is approximately 3350 metres and is a planning reference only. Runway length alone does not determine aircraft suitability. Before accepting an itinerary, the operating carrier must calculate take-off and landing performance for the exact aircraft variant, actual weight, runway in use and condition, wind, temperature, obstacles, procedures and regulatory margins.
Transfers & Connections
Road transfer from CMB to Colombo Fort or the central business district (World Trade Center area) takes approximately 45–60 minutes via the Colombo–Katunayake Expressway (E03) under normal traffic conditions. During peak morning hours or monsoon conditions (May–September southwest monsoon; October–November northeast), allow 75–90 minutes. Helicopter transfers to the Colombo Hilton helipad or to southern coastal resorts are operationally available on prior arrangement, significantly reducing point-to-point times for leisure clients. For connections to the Maldives, CMB serves as the standard staging point — onward charter or scheduled seaplane services depart from Malé; domestic Sri Lankan airports including Mattala Rajapaksa (HRI) and Ratmalana (RML) can receive smaller turboprops for upcountry access.
Handling & Customs
Customs verification. The database does not verify permanent customs or immigration staffing at Bandaranaike International Airport. Flyius confirms point-of-entry eligibility, service windows, prior notice, passenger and crew documents, and any repositioning requirement with the handler and competent authorities before accepting the itinerary.
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Coordinates
6.9271, 79.8612
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Koggala Airport
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About Flying to Colombo
What FBO services are available at Bandaranaike International Airport?
The structured airport record does not list a permanent FBO. Flyius confirms an appropriate ground handler plus the passenger meeting point, fuel, parking, catering, crew support and after-hours coverage before quoting.
Is Bandaranaike International Airport suitable for private jets?
Yes. Bandaranaike International Airport is identified as suitable for business aviation. The exact aircraft remains subject to runway, day-of-flight performance, slots and local restrictions.
What are the airport codes for Bandaranaike International Airport?
The published codes are CMB / VCBI.
How do I book a private flight through Bandaranaike International Airport?
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