Large airport · Colombo, Sri Lanka
Colombo Ratmalana International Airport
Colombo Ratmalana International Airport is a large airport serving Colombo, Sri Lanka. Its IATA code is RML. Its ICAO code is VCCC. It has 1 runway, longest 6,013 ft (ASP). Elevation 22 ft.
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Airport facts
| Location | Colombo, Sri Lanka |
|---|---|
| IATA code | RML |
| ICAO code | VCCC |
| Type | Large airport |
| Runways | 1 runway, longest 6,013 ft (ASP) |
| Elevation | 22 ft |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
| Coordinates | 6.8216° N, 79.8859° E |
Every fact above is taken from the sources listed below; anything no source states is left blank rather than guessed.
Official website: https://www.airport.lk/rma/index — the airport's own site has the current flight and visiting information.
Landmarks near this airport
Famous landmarks close to Colombo Ratmalana International Airport, by straight-line distance — each link opens its profile on our sister site LandmarkProfiles.
- Galle Fort · Sri Lanka · 59.5 miles away
- Temple of the Tooth · Sri Lanka · 61.2 miles away
- Dambulla Cave Temple · Sri Lanka · 88.6 miles away
- Sigiriya · Sri Lanka · 98.7 miles away
National parks near this airport
National parks close to Colombo Ratmalana International Airport, by straight-line distance — each link opens its profile on our sister site National Park Profiles.
- Horagolla National Park · Sri Lanka · 25.9 miles away
- Hikkaduwa National Park · Sri Lanka · 48.9 miles away
- Horton Plains National Park · Sri Lanka · 62.7 miles away
- Udawalawe National Park · Sri Lanka · 73.7 miles away
- Wasgamuwa National Park · Sri Lanka · 94.8 miles away
- Lunugamvehera National Park · Sri Lanka · 97.3 miles away
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Frequently asked questions
What is the airport code for Colombo Ratmalana International Airport?
Colombo Ratmalana International Airport — its IATA code is RML and its ICAO code is VCCC.
Where is Colombo Ratmalana International Airport located?
Colombo Ratmalana International Airport serves Colombo, Sri Lanka. Its coordinates are 6.8216° N, 79.8859° E.
How high is Colombo Ratmalana International Airport?
Colombo Ratmalana International Airport sits at 22 feet above sea level.
Sources
- https://davidmegginson.github.io/ourairports-data/airports.csv#26466
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ratmalana_Airport
Page last updated 13 November 2026.