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$424+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Bandaranaike Intl (CMB)

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CHI — CMB
מאי 6 — מאי 131
ג' 5/6
ג' 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$948
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$613
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,725
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Colombo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Colombo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on מאי 1, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
ו' 8/294:00 pmORD - CMB
1 stop45h 00mCathay Pacific
א' 9/1412:50 amCMB - ORD
1 stop24h 05mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/30$798
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
ה' 5/153:35 pmORD - CMB
2 stops30h 45mMultiple Airlines
ש' 6/143:25 amCMB - ORD
3 stops40h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$948
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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.
ב' 9/297:50 pmORD - CMB
1 stop22h 55mTurkish Airlines
ו' 10/1710:15 pmCMB - ORD
1 stop21h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/1$986
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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.
ב' 9/293:35 pmORD - CMB
2 stops34h 40mAir Canada
ה' 10/163:25 amCMB - ORD
2 stops40h 56mAir Canada
Deal found 5/1$1,002
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ו' 8/297:50 pmORD - CMB
2 stops29h 30mIndiGo
ב' 9/1512:50 pmCMB - ORD
2 stops39h 35mIndiGo
Deal found 4/30$1,087
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
ו' 8/2912:00 pmORD - CMB
1 stop41h 35mAir India
ב' 9/158:20 amCMB - ORD
1 stop33h 35mAir India
Deal found 4/30$1,138
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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.
ד' 10/18:00 amORD - CMB
2 stops32h 35mQatar Airways
ב' 10/133:35 amCMB - ORD
1 stop22h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/1$1,250
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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.
ב' 9/291:35 pmORD - CMB
3 stops47h 30mSingapore Airlines
ו' 10/1712:50 amCMB - ORD
2 stops27h 30mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 5/1$1,264
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
ב' 9/298:35 pmORD - CMB
1 stop25h 30mEmirates
ו' 10/178:35 pmCMB - ORD
2 stops29h 40mEmirates
Deal found 4/30$1,278
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
ב' 8/41:55 pmORD - CMB
1 stop32h 05mEtihad Airways
ה' 8/284:05 amCMB - ORD
1 stop39h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 4/30$1,298
This Vakatrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 Vakatrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ה' 6/58:30 pmORD - CMB
1 stop29h 45mSriLankan Airlines
ה' 6/121:05 pmCMB - ORD
1 stop33h 20mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 5/1$1,474
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ב' 6/96:47 pmMDW - CMB
2 stops35h 43mMultiple Airlines
ג' 7/17:45 pmCMB - MDW
2 stops27h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$2,946

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Colombo 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 מאי 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport that are best for you.

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ChicagoColombo

ORD - CMB

ORDCMB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

ו' 8/29

4:00 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop45h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

א' 9/14

12:50 am-2:25 pm

1 stop24h 05m

$798

ChicagoColombo

ORD - CMB

ORDCMB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

ה' 5/15

3:35 pm-8:50 am

2 stops30h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

ש' 6/14

3:25 am-9:10 am

3 stops40h 15m

$948

ChicagoColombo

ORD - CMB

ORDCMB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

ב' 9/29

7:50 pm-5:15 am

1 stop22h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

ו' 10/17

10:15 pm-9:40 am

1 stop21h 55m

$986

ChicagoColombo

ORD - CMB

ORDCMB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

ב' 9/29

3:35 pm-12:45 pm

2 stops34h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

ה' 10/16

3:25 am-9:51 am

2 stops40h 56m

$1,002

ChicagoColombo

ORD - CMB

ORDCMB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

ו' 8/29

7:50 pm-11:50 am

2 stops29h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

ב' 9/15

12:50 pm-5:55 pm

2 stops39h 35m

$1,087

ChicagoColombo

ORD - CMB

ORDCMB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

ו' 8/29

12:00 pm-4:05 pm

1 stop41h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

ב' 9/15

8:20 am-7:25 am

1 stop33h 35m

$1,138

ChicagoColombo

ORD - CMB

ORDCMB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

ד' 10/1

8:00 am-3:05 am

2 stops32h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

ב' 10/13

3:35 am-3:05 pm

1 stop22h 00m

$1,250

ChicagoColombo

ORD - CMB

ORDCMB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

ב' 9/29

1:35 pm-11:35 pm

3 stops47h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

ו' 10/17

12:50 am-5:50 pm

2 stops27h 30m

$1,264

ChicagoColombo

ORD - CMB

ORDCMB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

ב' 9/29

8:35 pm-8:35 am

1 stop25h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

ו' 10/17

8:35 pm-3:45 pm

2 stops29h 40m

$1,278

ChicagoColombo

ORD - CMB

ORDCMB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

ב' 8/4

1:55 pm-8:30 am

1 stop32h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

ה' 8/28

4:05 am-8:45 am

1 stop39h 10m

$1,298

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Chicago to Colombo in May.
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ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*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: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust AranGrant the most. AranGrant has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Chicago-Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Colombo

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Colombo. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Chicago to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is 5 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $1,049). Flying from Chicago to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,850). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CHI to CMB?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Colombo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated מאי 1, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Chicago to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 11% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Monday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 Bandaranaike Intl Airport 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 Bandaranaike Intl Airport 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 Bandaranaike Intl Airport, 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 מאי 1, 2025.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,069 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

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.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,069 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,069 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

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.
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
855 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,069 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

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.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,564 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,069 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

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.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,204 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,069 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

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.
Gulf Air
7.1
Good
201 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,069 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

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.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to Colombo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Chicago to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is Air India. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,284 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are IndiGo and Etihad Airways, starting at $1,289 and $1,322 round-trip. Air India is currently priced 12% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for IndiGo. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $723. Users have also found prices from $819 and $836 on Gulf Air and SriLankan Airlines, respectively.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Colombo?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Chicago to Colombo.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to Colombo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Colombo 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 Chicago to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $1,049). Flying from Chicago to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,850). 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 9 airlines flying from Chicago to Colombo

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Colombo. 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 מאי 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Cathay PacificCheapest$711Average$846FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$816Average$929FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air CanadaCheapest$983Average$1,568FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,025Average$1,356FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,061Average$1,436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,136Average$1,504FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$1,202Average$1,828FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
EmiratesCheapest$1,264Average$1,758FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
British AirwaysCheapest$2,378Average$2,581FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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