Cheap Flights to Madawala

Organise a flight to Madawala with Expedia and you'll be disembarking at Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB).

Make your way through the doors of Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) and your Madawala adventure will have begun! The city's main airport, it's located 97 kilometres from the downtown area.

There are a total of 32 airlines connecting Madawala to 48 airports globally.

Typically, travellers fly with flydubai, Emirates and SriLankan Airlines when heading to Madawala. The largest number of these flights come in from Dubai, with flydubai flying this route the most frequently.

With 583 nonstop flights operating every week, you'll be arriving in Madawala before you can say, "Are we there yet?"

Flights to Madawala from Chennai, Doha and Abu Dhabi airports are highly sought after.

If you're flying to Madawala from Chennai, you’re looking at a flight time of 1 hour and 20 minutes. Those taking off from Doha can expect to be on the plane for 4 hours and 39 minutes. From Abu Dhabi it's approximately 4 hours and 27 minutes away.

If you'd like to save some cash on your trip to Madawala, listen up! As every experienced jet-setter knows, don't book at the very last minute. Fares are usually more expensive just prior to the departure date. Don't stop there, however. Do some research and see if there are a couple of airports at your destination. Ticket prices often differ depending on which airport you go for. Remember to compare prices across airlines too. Lastly, be ready to secure your seat quickly if you stumble on a great deal. It might not be available for long. With a bit of knowledge and some luck, the ideal airfare can be yours.

Depending on where you’re coming from, your journey to Madawala could be completely painless or it could drag on forever. We've rounded up some useful hints that will help you start your next great escape on a positive note. What to pack in your hand luggage:

• The trick to having a stress-free travel experience is to plan ahead. Start with the essentials: passport, travel docs, bank cards and any vital medications. Next, bring items that'll help while away those hours, like some electronic gadgets or a magazine. It's also wise to bring your chargers, a comfy neck pillow and a pair of earphones. And of course, be sure to pop in toiletries like a toothbrush, cleansing wipes and a clean T-shirt.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

• While the list of prohibited items can differ between airlines, the general rule of thumb is nothing flammable, sharp or explosive. This includes box cutters, razor blades, spray paint and flares. Sporting equipment like ice skates, and objects that could injure passengers, such as pepper spray and guns, aren't allowed in the cabin either.

What to wear on a flight:

• Your main priority is to be as comfortable as possible. Choose a pair of slip-on shoes, dress in loose, natural fibers and don't forget to bring a sweater in case you get cold in the cabin.
• Most travellers have heard about deep vein thrombosis (DVT), a blood clotting condition caused by prolonged periods of sitting. To lower your risk on board, drink lots of water, consider wearing compression tights or socks and keep your legs and feet moving.

It's easy — be prepared. We've rounded up some handy tips and tricks for a fuss-free trip through airport security. Look out Madawala, here you come:

• Have your passport and boarding pass close by. They're the first items you'll be asked to show at security.
• Your coat, belt, keys and other items in your pocket, like your headphones, will need to go through the X-ray machine. Make the whole process easier by removing them as your turn draws near.
• All your electronic gadgets, including your phone and laptop, must also be scanned.
• Any gels or liquids, such as shampoo or hand cream, that you want to take on board must be no larger than 3.4 ounces (100 millilitres). Also, everything must fit inside a quart-size (one litre), clear zip-close bag.
• Slip-on shoes are a good footwear choice as you're less likely to have to remove them when going through security. Big boots and heavier-style shoes are usually subjected to extra screening.
• Airlines will not allow any sharp objects to come on board with you. If you must bring these kinds of items, pack them in your checked baggage.