What happens if my flight to Colombo is delayed past midnight.
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Do not worry at all. The Bandaranaike International Airport in Colombo is a true 24 hour facility because so many major international flights arrive late at night.
The official bank currency exchange counters and all the major telecom shops like Dialog and Mobitel remain fully open and staffed all night long to cater to arriving tourists.
You can easily buy your local SIM card, exchange your cash, and grab an official airport taxi or a PickMe ride to your hotel even if you land at 3 AM.
Scam Watch: colombo
Driver claims the meter is broken and quotes an inflated flat rate. Common on arrival at airport or railway stations when tourists are tired and disoriented.
Drivers wearing official-looking uniforms claim to be "government-approved" and charge 3-5x normal rates. They may have fake badges or ID cards.
Women with babies approach asking you to buy milk powder at a nearby shop (not cash). The shop is run by accomplices and charges 5-10x normal price.
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