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$536+ Cheap flights from Bandaranaike Intl (CMB) to Chicago (CHI)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 7/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMB — CHI
Jun 21 — Jun 281
Sa 6/21
Sa 6/28
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Colombo (CMB) to Chicago (CHI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated Juni 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,064
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$536
(Booking.com)
From Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Chicago (CHI)
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Cheapest flights from Colombo to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Colombo to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on Juni 16, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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.
Mi 6/188:20 amCMB - ORD
2 stops36h 25mAir India
Do 9/1812:00 pmORD - CMB
1 stop32h 50mAir India
Deal found 6/16$994
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mi 7/166:45 amCMB - ORD
1 stop21h 40mTurkish Airlines
Mi 9/1711:45 pmORD - CMB
1 stop26h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/14$1,064
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fr 7/1810:05 amCMB - ORD
1 stop33h 10mEtihad Airways
Di 9/161:55 pmORD - CMB
1 stop20h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 6/14$1,125
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mi 7/166:25 pmCMB - ORD
2 stops28h 15mMultiple Airlines
Di 9/162:00 pmORD - CMB
2 stops28h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/14$1,202
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Di 6/1712:50 amCMB - ORD
1 stop24h 05mCathay Pacific
Mi 9/174:00 pmORD - CMB
1 stop45h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 6/16$1,230
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Di 7/1512:05 amCMB - ORD
2 stops42h 24mAir Canada
Mi 9/1710:40 amORD - CMB
2 stops39h 35mAir Canada
Deal found 6/14$1,265
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mi 6/183:35 amCMB - ORD
1 stop22h 00mJetBlue
Fr 9/197:20 pmORD - CMB
1 stop21h 15mJetBlue
Deal found 6/16$1,328
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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.
Di 6/172:55 amCMB - ORD
1 stop23h 20mEmirates
Do 9/188:35 pmORD - CMB
2 stops35h 25mEmirates
Deal found 6/16$1,337
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mi 6/185:25 pmCMB - ORD
3 stops33h 05mGulf Air
Do 9/1810:35 pmORD - CMB
3 stops48h 25mGulf Air
Deal found 6/16$2,037
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mi 7/1612:50 amCMB - ORD
3 stops56h 08mSingapore Airlines
Mi 9/171:36 pmORD - CMB
3 stops47h 29mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 6/14$2,185
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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.
So 8/103:35 amCMB - ORD
1 stop22h 00mQatar Airways
So 12/2111:45 amORD - CMB
2 stops34h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/14$2,614

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Colombo to Chicago that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated Juni 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chicago that are best for you.

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Price

ColomboChicago

CMB - ORD

CMBORD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mi 7/16

6:45 am-5:55 pm

1 stop21h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mi 9/17

11:45 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop26h 30m

$1,064

ColomboChicago

CMB - ORD

CMBORD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Do 7/17

8:20 am-10:15 am

2 stops36h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mi 9/17

12:00 pm-7:20 am

1 stop32h 50m

$1,100

ColomboChicago

CMB - ORD

CMBORD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fr 7/18

10:05 am-8:45 am

1 stop33h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Di 9/16

1:55 pm-8:35 pm

1 stop20h 10m

$1,125

ColomboChicago

CMB - ORD

CMBORD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mi 7/16

6:25 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops28h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Di 9/16

2:00 pm-4:35 am

2 stops28h 05m

$1,202

ColomboChicago

CMB - ORD

CMBORD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Di 7/15

12:05 am-7:59 am

2 stops42h 24m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mi 9/17

10:40 am-12:45 pm

2 stops39h 35m

$1,265

ColomboChicago

CMB - ORD

CMBORD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Do 7/17

12:50 am-2:25 pm

1 stop24h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sa 7/19

4:00 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop45h 00m

$1,328

ColomboChicago

CMB - ORD

CMBORD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Di 7/15

2:55 am-3:45 pm

1 stop23h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mi 9/17

8:35 pm-6:30 pm

2 stops35h 25m

$1,471

ColomboChicago

CMB - ORD

CMBORD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mi 7/16

12:50 am-10:28 pm

3 stops56h 08m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mi 9/17

1:36 pm-11:35 pm

3 stops47h 29m

$2,185

ColomboChicago

CMB - ORD

CMBORD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Do 7/17

5:25 pm-4:00 pm

3 stops33h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mi 9/17

10:35 pm-9:30 am

3 stops48h 25m

$2,220

ColomboChicago

CMB - ORD

CMBORD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

So 8/10

3:35 am-3:05 pm

1 stop22h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

So 12/21

11:45 am-9:45 am

2 stops34h 30m

$2,614

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chicago

Rainfall in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago ranges from 1.7 - 4.9 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Chicago when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. 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 Chicago. Reviews last updated Juni 16, 2025.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,267 reviews

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,267 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,267 reviews

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,308 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,267 reviews

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
892 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,267 reviews

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,585 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,267 reviews

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,212 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,267 reviews

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chicago round-trip?

    Flying on Turkish Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Chicago, with prices starting at $1,064. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Air India and Etihad Airways, with the lowest prices starting at $1,100 and $1,125, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chicago one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with IndiGo, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $536. Air India flights start at $635 while deals on Etihad Airways start at $670 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Colombo to Chicago that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Colombo to Chicago flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Colombo to Chicago by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chicago?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Colombo to Chicago

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Colombo to Chicago. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated Juni 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,021Average$1,290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,058Average$1,129FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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