Colombo

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— CMB
May 12 — May 191
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Flights to Colombo in 2025

Find the latest flights to Colombo in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches and data was last updated on May 7, 2025.

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,217

Round-trip from

$846

One-way from

$434
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price ($225 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($40 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2025
From New York to Colombo
One-way flight from New York to Colombo (CMB)

Find flight deals to Bandaranaike Intl Airport

Cheapest flights to Bandaranaike Intl Airport
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Bandaranaike Intl Airport. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on May 7, 2025.

Mon 8/111:20 amJFK - CMB
1 stop22h 50mQatar Airways
Tue 9/234:35 amCMB - JFK
1 stop20h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/5$846
Tue 9/912:30 amEWR - CMB
1 stop19h 15mTurkish Airlines
Tue 9/306:45 amCMB - EWR
1 stop25h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/6$867
Sun 11/22:25 pmJFK - CMB
1 stop19h 40mEtihad Airways
Fri 11/214:15 pmCMB - JFK
1 stop26h 55mEtihad Airways
Deal found 5/5$872
Tue 11/410:20 amJFK - CMB
Nonstop20h 55mUndisclosed Carrier
Wed 11/1910:45 amCMB - JFK
Nonstop21h 15mUndisclosed Carrier
Deal found 5/5$911
Sun 10/51:20 amJFK - CMB
1 stop22h 50mJetBlue
Sat 1/103:25 amCMB - JFK
1 stop28h 35mJetBlue
Deal found 5/6$912
Sat 9/1312:35 amJFK - CMB
1 stop19h 10mTurkish Airlines
Sun 9/286:45 amCMB - JFK
1 stop31h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/6$942
Sat 5/1010:00 amJFK - CMB
1 stop28h 20mCathay Pacific
Sat 5/171:10 amCMB - JFK
1 stop38h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 5/6$947
Sun 10/191:43 pmEWR - CMB
2 stops26h 52mAmerican Airlines
Fri 10/314:15 amCMB - EWR
2 stops28h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/6$962
Sun 10/1910:52 amEWR - CMB
Nonstop29h 43mUndisclosed Carrier
Fri 10/3110:45 amCMB - EWR
Nonstop45h 31mUndisclosed Carrier
Deal found 5/6$964
Tue 11/48:15 pmJFK - CMB
2 stops27h 05mSingapore Airlines
Tue 11/1812:45 amCMB - JFK
2 stops45h 00mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 5/5$1,027
Fri 5/911:55 amJFK - CMB
2 stops33h 55mAir India
Sun 5/258:20 amCMB - JFK
2 stops33h 05mAir India
Deal found 5/6$1,043
Sat 9/1312:35 amJFK - CMB
2 stops25h 45mIndiGo
Sun 9/2812:50 pmCMB - JFK
2 stops38h 35mIndiGo
Deal found 5/6$1,069

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

New YorkColombo

JFK - CMB

JFKCMB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 8/11

1:20 am-9:40 am

1 stop22h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 9/23

4:35 am-3:10 pm

1 stop20h 05m

$846

NewarkColombo

EWR - CMB

EWRCMB

Newark

Tue 9/9

12:30 am-5:15 am

1 stop19h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 9/30

6:45 am-10:35 pm

1 stop25h 20m

$867

New YorkColombo

JFK - CMB

JFKCMB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 11/2

2:25 pm-3:00 am

1 stop26h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 11/22

4:15 pm-3:15 pm

1 stop33h 30m

$872

New YorkColombo

JFK - CMB

JFKCMB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 10/5

1:20 am-9:40 am

1 stop22h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 1/10

3:25 am-9:30 pm

1 stop28h 35m

$912

New YorkColombo

JFK - CMB

JFKCMB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 9/13

12:35 am-5:15 am

1 stop19h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 9/28

6:45 am-4:30 am

1 stop31h 15m

$942

New YorkColombo

JFK - CMB

JFKCMB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 8/10

1:20 am-9:40 am

Nonstop22h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 10/15

3:35 am-3:10 pm

Nonstop21h 05m

$947

NewarkColombo

EWR - CMB

EWRCMB

Newark

Sun 10/19

1:43 pm-2:05 am

2 stops26h 52m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 10/31

4:15 am-10:46 pm

2 stops28h 01m

$962

NewarkColombo

EWR - CMB

EWRCMB

Newark

Sun 10/19

10:52 am-2:05 am

Nonstop29h 43m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 10/31

10:45 am-10:46 pm

Nonstop45h 31m

$964

New YorkColombo

JFK - CMB

JFKCMB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 9/13

12:35 am-11:50 am

2 stops25h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 9/28

12:50 pm-5:55 pm

2 stops38h 35m

$1,069

New YorkColombo

JFK - CMB

JFKCMB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 8/20

2:50 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop23h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 10/20

1:50 pm-9:00 am

3 stops28h 40m

$1,071

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Compare providers for flights to Colombo

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals to Colombo in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: Out of all of the providers offering Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight deals, Cheapflights users have found AranGrant to have the most accurate pricing on Cheapflights vs. their site about >95% of the time, users can find the same price on Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight deals on Cheapflights and AranGrant. This is based on searches made for Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights over the past month.
  • Most trusted provider: AranGrant is the most trusted provider by Cheapflights users offering Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight deals. With a user feedback rating of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), AranGrant has received the most positive sentiment from Cheapflights users searching for flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. This is based on data collected from Cheapflights searches made over the past month.

Best time to book a flight to Colombo

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

When is the best time to book a flight to Colombo?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New York to Colombo. Price data was last updated on May 2, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Colombo, you should look to book at least 85 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.

How long is the flight to Colombo?

On average, a flight from New York to Colombo takes 19 hours 53 minutes. Flights to Colombo from other popular cities in USA will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Colombo?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from New York to Colombo. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Users looking for the lowest fares to Colombo should consider flying on Sunday at noon, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travelers will want to avoid Saturday afternoons, when prices are usually at their highest.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Colombo?

The cheapest airlines flying from New York to Colombo are Cathay Pacific, Turkish Airlines and Etihad Airways.

Rainfall in Colombo by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Colombo 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 Colombo when rainfall is around 2.4 in.

Temperature in Colombo by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Colombo, 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).

Reviews of airlines servicing Colombo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Colombo. 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 Colombo. Reviews last updated May 7, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Korean Air, Singapore Airlines and Emirates to Colombo by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.

FAQs about flying to Colombo

  • When is the best time to fly to Colombo?

    Two monsoon seasons deter travelers from visiting Colombo from May through August and October through December. In general, the best time to visit Colombo is between January and March, when rainfall is at its lowest and temperatures climb toward their highest. Travelers seeking a trip filled with festivals may want to consider braving the monsoon season and traveling in May for the celebration of Buddha’s birth, which sees Colombo covered in lanterns, lights and other decorations. Cheap flights to Colombo can be found outside of the peak travel months of January, February and March.

  • What is the best way to travel around Colombo?

    Colombo’s streets are filled with three-wheel vehicles known as tuk-tuks, and these motorized for-hire vehicles can be a convenient way to get around the city. Tourists should opt for metered tuk-tuks rather than trying to negotiate a rate with the driver or better yet, seek out a special tourist-friendly fleet of tuk-tuks operated by the Sri Lanka Tourist Development Authority. Taxis are also available, as are public buses and a train system.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Colombo if I am willing to have layovers?

    Yes, flights with layovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Colombo on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Colombo?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, China Eastern is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Colombo.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Colombo?

    Colombo Bandaranaike Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Colombo. One-way flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl typically cost $65, while round-trip flights cost around $70.

  • How much is a round-trip flight to Colombo?

    A round-trip flight to Colombo will typically cost around $304, however they can be found for as little as $70.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Colombo depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Colombo, Boston Logan Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (17 hours 55 minutes).

  • Does Colombo Bandaranaike Intl have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Colombo Bandaranaike Intl can take advantage of the rental car services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl?

    Yes. Colombo Bandaranaike Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Green Star Residence is the closest property to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (0.0 mi away from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl).

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