$406+ Cheap flights to Sri Lanka
This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— CMB
Dec 14 — Dec 211
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights to Sri LankaExplore the most affordable flight options available to Sri Lanka. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on November 14, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Sri Lanka. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on November 14, 2026.
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/3010:05 am -
1 stop18h 40m
Thu 12/174:15 pm -
1 stop25h 10m
Deal found 11/9![Air India logo]()
$964
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/3010:05 am -
1 stop36h 05m
Wed 12/169:40 am -
1 stop31h 45m
Deal found 11/9![Air India logo]()
$971
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Indian Eagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/2911:55 am -
1 stop29h 45m
Sun 12/65:05 pm -
1 stop26h 25m
Deal found 11/13![Air India logo]()
$973
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Indian Eagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/311:55 am -
1 stop36h 30m
Wed 3/249:40 am -
1 stop32h 40m
Deal found 11/14![Air India logo]()
$981
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/2911:55 am -
1 stop36h 30m
Wed 12/169:40 am -
1 stop31h 45m
Deal found 11/11![Air India logo]()
$986
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/1610:05 am -
1 stop18h 40m
Tue 12/85:10 am -
1 stop38h 20m
Deal found 11/11![Air India logo]()
$990
Best flights to Sri LankaDiscover carefully curated flight deals to Sri Lanka that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated November 14, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals to Sri Lanka that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated November 14, 2026.
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/2412:25 am -
1 stop20h 45m
Thu 4/298:10 am -
1 stop23h 50m
Deal found 11/13![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,133
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/1411:55 pm -
3 stops24h 50m
Tue 4/272:55 am -
2 stops27h 55m
Deal found 11/13![Emirates logo]()
$1,194
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/253:00 pm -
1 stop30h 40m
Fri 12/119:55 am -
1 stop39h 35m
Deal found 11/10![Etihad Airways logo]()
$1,231
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/312:25 am -
1 stop20h 45m
Tue 4/208:10 am -
1 stop23h 50m
Deal found 11/9![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,133
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/211:45 pm -
3 stops32h 10m
Fri 3/198:15 pm -
3 stops34h 35m
Deal found 11/12![Emirates logo]()
$1,194
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/243:00 pm -
1 stop18h 45m
Thu 12/104:00 am -
1 stop39h 30m
Deal found 11/10![Etihad Airways logo]()
$1,256
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/312:25 am -
1 stop20h 45m
Sun 4/188:10 am -
1 stop23h 50m
Deal found 11/9![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,193
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 1/611:45 pm -
3 stops32h 10m
Thu 1/148:15 pm -
3 stops35h 25m
Deal found 11/11![Emirates logo]()
$1,194
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 1/611:45 pm -
2 stops35h 40m
Mon 1/189:45 pm -
2 stops33h 55m
Deal found 11/11![Emirates logo]()
$1,194
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/211:45 pm -
2 stops38h 30m
Tue 12/151:45 am -
2 stops29h 55m
Deal found 11/9![Emirates logo]()
$1,194
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/311:55 pm -
3 stops33h 05m
Thu 5/611:15 am -
3 stops43h 35m
Deal found 11/11![Emirates logo]()
$1,194
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/611:55 pm -
2 stops23h 05m
Mon 5/312:55 am -
2 stops27h 55m
Deal found 11/9![Emirates logo]()
$1,244
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/511:45 pm -
2 stops22h 05m
Wed 3/172:40 am -
2 stops28h 10m
Deal found 11/12![Emirates logo]()
$1,244
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/411:45 pm -
2 stops29h 40m
Wed 2/172:40 am -
2 stops29h 00m
Deal found 11/11![Emirates logo]()
$1,244
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/3010:20 pm -
2 stops33h 55m
Tue 12/155:20 pm -
2 stops36h 05m
Deal found 11/9![Emirates logo]()
$1,248
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 1/610:20 pm -
3 stops33h 35m
Tue 2/28:15 pm -
3 stops33h 10m
Deal found 11/9![Emirates logo]()
$1,248
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/210:40 am -
2 stops21h 15m
Mon 2/159:45 pm -
1 stop21h 00m
Deal found 11/11![Emirates logo]()
$1,248
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/110:20 pm -
2 stops37h 05m
Wed 12/232:40 am -
1 stop21h 55m
Deal found 11/9![Emirates logo]()
$1,248
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 1/610:20 pm -
3 stops33h 35m
Wed 1/209:15 am -
2 stops44h 10m
Deal found 11/13![Emirates logo]()
$1,274
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/610:20 pm -
2 stops23h 30m
Tue 2/168:15 pm -
3 stops33h 10m
Deal found 11/10![Emirates logo]()
$1,298
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/310:40 am -
2 stops21h 15m
Sun 2/78:15 pm -
3 stops33h 10m
Deal found 11/9![Emirates logo]()
$1,298
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/3010:20 pm -
3 stops33h 35m
Sun 12/209:45 pm -
2 stops31h 40m
Deal found 11/10![Emirates logo]()
$1,298
Last-minute flights to Sri LankaDiscover last-minute flight deals to Sri Lanka. Data last updated November 14, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals to Sri Lanka. Data last updated November 14, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/1311:55 am -
2 stops35h 20m
Sat 11/215:00 pm -
2 stops26h 30m
Deal found 11/9![Gulf Air logo]()
$1,008
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/1510:05 am -
1 stop18h 40m
Tue 12/15:05 pm -
1 stop26h 25m
Deal found 11/12![Air India logo]()
$1,004
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/1512:25 am -
1 stop18h 55m
Tue 12/19:25 am -
1 stop23h 35m
Deal found 11/13![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,105
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/1610:05 am -
1 stop18h 40m
Tue 12/85:10 am -
1 stop38h 20m
Deal found 11/11![Air India logo]()
$990
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/1811:55 am -
2 stops35h 20m
Thu 11/265:00 pm -
2 stops26h 30m
Deal found 11/13![Gulf Air logo]()
$1,000
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/2611:55 am -
1 stop29h 45m
Thu 12/34:15 pm -
1 stop25h 10m
Deal found 11/11![Air India logo]()
$994
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/2711:55 am -
1 stop29h 45m
Thu 12/34:15 pm -
1 stop25h 10m
Deal found 11/14![Air India logo]()
$1,001
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Indian Eagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/2911:55 am -
1 stop29h 45m
Sun 12/65:05 pm -
1 stop26h 25m
Deal found 11/13![Air India logo]()
$973
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/2911:55 am -
1 stop36h 30m
Thu 12/174:15 pm -
1 stop25h 10m
Deal found 11/11![Air India logo]()
$986
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/3010:05 am -
1 stop18h 40m
Thu 12/174:15 pm -
1 stop25h 10m
Deal found 11/9![Air India logo]()
$964
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/3010:05 am -
1 stop36h 05m
Wed 12/169:40 am -
1 stop31h 45m
Deal found 11/9![Air India logo]()
$971
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Indian Eagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/311:55 am -
1 stop36h 30m
Wed 3/249:40 am -
1 stop32h 40m
Deal found 11/14![Air India logo]()
$981
One-way flights to Sri LankaSearch for one-way flight options to Sri Lanka. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated November 14, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options to Sri Lanka. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated November 14, 2026.
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Indian Eagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/211:15 am -
1 stop37h 10m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/9![Air India logo]()
$406
Find flight deals to Sri Lanka
Find the latest flights to Sri Lanka in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 7,457,451 searches and data was last updated on November 14, 2026.
Popular in | December |
|---|---|
Cheapest in | March |
Average price | $1,059 |
Round-trip from | $737 |
One-way from | $406 |
Cheapflights Fare Finder
Locate flights to Sri Lanka that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 7,457,451 searches and data was last updated on November 14, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights to Sri Lanka that are best for you.
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New YorkColombo
JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
JFKCMB
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Wed 12/2
11:55 am-9:45 am
2 stops35h 20m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-1:30 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$660
NewarkColombo
EWR Newark - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
EWRCMB
Newark
Sat 4/24
12:25 am-6:40 am
1 stop20h 45m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Thu 4/29
8:10 am-10:30 pm
1 stop23h 50m
$1,133
NewarkColombo
EWR Newark - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
EWRCMB
Newark
Sat 4/3
12:25 am-6:40 am
1 stop20h 45m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Tue 4/20
8:10 am-10:30 pm
1 stop23h 50m
$1,133
NewarkColombo
EWR Newark - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
EWRCMB
Newark
Sat 4/3
12:25 am-6:40 am
1 stop20h 45m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Sun 4/18
8:10 am-10:30 pm
1 stop23h 50m
$1,193
NewarkColombo
EWR Newark - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
EWRCMB
Newark
Wed 4/14
11:55 pm-10:15 am
3 stops24h 50m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Tue 4/27
2:55 am-9:20 pm
2 stops27h 55m
$1,194
NewarkColombo
EWR Newark - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
EWRCMB
Newark
Tue 3/2
11:45 pm-6:25 pm
3 stops32h 10m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Fri 3/19
8:15 pm-9:20 pm
3 stops34h 35m
$1,194
NewarkColombo
EWR Newark - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
EWRCMB
Newark
Wed 1/6
11:45 pm-6:25 pm
3 stops32h 10m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Thu 1/14
8:15 pm-9:10 pm
3 stops35h 25m
$1,194
NewarkColombo
EWR Newark - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
EWRCMB
Newark
Wed 1/6
11:45 pm-9:55 pm
2 stops35h 40m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Mon 1/18
9:45 pm-9:10 pm
2 stops33h 55m
$1,194
NewarkColombo
EWR Newark - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
EWRCMB
Newark
Wed 12/2
11:45 pm-12:45 am
2 stops38h 30m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Tue 12/15
1:45 am-9:10 pm
2 stops29h 55m
$1,194
NewarkColombo
EWR Newark - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
EWRCMB
Newark
Mon 5/3
11:55 pm-6:30 pm
3 stops33h 05m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Thu 5/6
11:15 am-9:20 pm
3 stops43h 35m
$1,194
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Best time to book a flight to Sri Lanka
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Sri Lanka with our price prediction graph.
JFK-CMB
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Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.
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Everything you need to know about your flight to Sri Lanka
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JFK-CMB
EWR-CMB
How long is the flight to Sri Lanka?
On average, a flight from New York to Sri Lanka takes 21 hours 20 minutes. Flights to Sri Lanka from other popular cities in USA will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.
What are the most popular airlines that fly to Sri Lanka?
The most popular airlines flying from New York to Sri Lanka are Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways and Cathay Pacific.
What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Sri Lanka?
The cheapest airlines flying from New York to Sri Lanka are Cathay Pacific, Air India and Gulf Air.
Rainfall in Sri Lanka by month
Plan your trip to Sri Lanka by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.
In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Sri Lanka ranges from 2.4 - 13.8 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 13.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Sri Lanka when rainfall is around 2.4 in.
Temperature in Sri Lanka by month
Plan your trip to Sri Lanka by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.
If weather is an important factor for your trip to Sri Lanka, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, March is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 80.6 F).
When is the best time to book a flight to Sri Lanka?
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Sri Lanka, you should look to book at least 60 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
What are the most popular places to fly to in Sri Lanka?
Destination popularity is based on the amount of flight searches to Sri Lanka in the last few years. This data was updated on November 14, 2026.
The most popular places in Sri Lanka to fly to are Colombo and Jaffna.
Reviews of airlines servicing Sri Lanka
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sri Lanka. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Sri Lanka. Reviews last updated November 14, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates,Cathay Pacific, andQatar Airways to Sri Lanka have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Entertainment
8.2
Food
7.9
Comfort
8.1
Crew
8.4
Boarding
8.2
Overall
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodAnonymous,Mar 2026
SFO - DXB
Entertainment
8.2
Food
7.9
Comfort
8.1
Crew
8.4
Boarding
8.2
Overall
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodAnonymous,Mar 2026
SFO - DXB
Entertainment
8.2
Food
7.9
Comfort
8.1
Crew
8.4
Boarding
8.2
Overall
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodAnonymous,Mar 2026
SFO - DXB
Entertainment
8.2
Food
7.9
Comfort
8.1
Crew
8.4
Boarding
8.2
Overall
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodAnonymous,Mar 2026
SFO - DXB
Entertainment
8.2
Food
7.9
Comfort
8.1
Crew
8.4
Boarding
8.2
Overall
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodAnonymous,Mar 2026
SFO - DXB
Entertainment
8.2
Food
7.9
Comfort
8.1
Crew
8.4
Boarding
8.2
Overall
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodAnonymous,Mar 2026
SFO - DXB
FAQs about flying to Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka climate
Sri Lanka is a tropical country with ocean winds cooling humid heat. Temperatures rarely fall below 60 F in the winter and summer temperatures average a hot 90 F. The monsoon season lasts from mid-October through January and leaves the island drenched.
Best Time to Fly to Sri Lanka
Thanks to the tropical weather that graces the island, there is no bad time to book flights to Sri Lanka…
Peak Season:
If you’re looking for cheap flights to Sri Lanka, try and visit in between the two rainy seasons. On the south-west coast and in the hills, it is driest between November and April. On the east coast, the best conditions are between May and September.
Off season:
Monsoon season is between May and July, and December and January.
Getting around Sri Lanka
There is only one domestic plane service in Sri Lanka, ExpoAir, which flies between Colombo and Jaffna. For every other destination, take the train or bus. Three-wheel vehicles, known variously as tuk-tuks, bajajs or auto-rickshaws are a fun way of taking short trips. Independent travellers can rent motor-bikes and cars. Hiring a car and driver is another popular option; drivers will have local knowledge.
Sri Lanka Travel Information- Colombo is the largest city in the country, though no longer the capital, and also the arrival point of all international flights to Sri Lanka. The city has been variously occupied by Portuguese, Dutch and British, leading to an interesting assortment of various architectural styles in the buildings.
- Nuwara Eliya is the tea capital, the main hill resort. Due to its altitude – about 2,000m above sea level – it remains cool throughout the summer months and Sri Lankans flock here to escape the heat of the city. It is a town of English-style bungalows and afternoon tea.
- Located about 85km from Colombo, the Pinnewela Elephant Orphanage houses 75 elephants that were either lost or abandoned by their mothers. Established in 1975 by the Sri Lankan Government, this is a popular spot with visiting tourists.
- The Green, Olive Ridley, Leatherback, Loggerhead and Hawkesbill marine turtles are all endangered and the government takes conservation efforts very seriously, for example paying local fishermen to protect natural turtle-nesting sites. Kosgoda and Rekawa are among the best known sites.
- In the centre of the country, the sacred city of Kandy was the last capital of the ancient kings of Ceylon. It is home to The Temple of the Tooth Relic. In July or August, the festival of Esala Perahera takes place. One of the inner caskets used for covering the tooth relic is taken through the city accompanied by dancers, drummers, flag bearers and brightly decorated elephants.
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