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$482+ Cheap flights from O'Hare Intl (ORD) to Bandaranaike Intl (CMB)

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 10/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — CMB
Aug 26 — Sep 21
Wed 8/26
Wed 9/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from O'Hare Intl to Colombo

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from O'Hare Intl to Colombo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 27, 2026.

This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/84:00 pm
ORD
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CMB
1 stop45h 00m
Cathay Pacific
Mon 9/1412:50 am
CMB
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ORD
1 stop24h 00m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 7/25$732
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/104:00 pm
ORD
-
CMB
1 stop45h 00m
Cathay Pacific
Wed 9/1612:50 am
CMB
-
ORD
1 stop23h 35m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 7/27$733
This Bravofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 Bravofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/94:00 pm
ORD
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CMB
1 stop45h 00m
Cathay Pacific
Tue 9/1512:50 am
CMB
-
ORD
1 stop23h 35m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 7/26$753
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 10/263:35 pm
ORD
-
CMB
1 stop45h 25m
Cathay Pacific
Sun 3/281:05 am
CMB
-
ORD
1 stop23h 20m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 7/26$774
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/263:35 pm
ORD
-
CMB
1 stop45h 25m
Cathay Pacific
Tue 3/2312:45 am
CMB
-
ORD
1 stop23h 40m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 7/26$787
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/263:35 pm
ORD
-
CMB
1 stop45h 25m
Cathay Pacific
Wed 3/2412:45 am
CMB
-
ORD
1 stop23h 40m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 7/26$788
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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.
Thu 10/224:15 pm
ORD
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CMB
1 stop44h 45m
Cathay Pacific
Wed 3/2412:45 am
CMB
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ORD
1 stop23h 40m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 7/26$796

Find flight deals from O'Hare Intl to Colombo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from O'Hare Intl (ORD) to Colombo (CMB). 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 July 27, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$732
(SmartFares)

One-way from

$482
(Indian Eagle)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,385
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 27% potential increase in price ($501 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport that are best for you.

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ChicagoColombo

ORD - CMB

ORDCMB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/27

3:35 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop45h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 3/22

12:45 am-1:55 pm

1 stop23h 40m

$796

ChicagoColombo

ORD - CMB

ORDCMB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/1

8:20 pm-8:10 am

1 stop24h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 4/5

10:00 am-8:35 am

1 stop33h 05m

$1,163

ChicagoColombo

ORD - CMB

ORDCMB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 12/27

2:35 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop45h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 4/5

1:05 am-1:55 pm

1 stop23h 20m

$1,269

ChicagoColombo

ORD - CMB

ORDCMB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 12/27

2:35 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop45h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 4/4

1:05 am-1:55 pm

1 stop23h 20m

$1,269

ChicagoColombo

ORD - CMB

ORDCMB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/10

8:35 pm-10:15 am

2 stops27h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 10/13

8:35 pm-3:45 pm

2 stops29h 40m

$1,286

ChicagoColombo

ORD - CMB

ORDCMB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 9/10

8:35 pm-10:15 am

2 stops27h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 9/14

8:35 pm-3:45 pm

2 stops29h 40m

$1,286

ChicagoColombo

ORD - CMB

ORDCMB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 12/31

10:35 am-1:55 am

2 stops27h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 4/10

8:20 pm-3:05 pm

1 stop29h 15m

$1,329

ChicagoColombo

ORD - CMB

ORDCMB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/8

7:45 pm-6:25 pm

2 stops35h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 1/16

8:15 pm-2:55 pm

2 stops54h 10m

$1,336
Quickest round-trip

ChicagoColombo

ORD - CMB

ORDCMB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 8/14

2:00 pm-8:35 pm

1 stop20h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 8/21

10:00 am-8:35 am

1 stop33h 05m

$1,354

ChicagoColombo

ORD - CMB

ORDCMB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 8/14

11:01 am-8:35 pm

2 stops23h 04m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 9/2

4:10 am-8:35 am

1 stop38h 55m

$1,354

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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 from O'Hare Intl to Colombo in July.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
GurufarePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice 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: When it comes to deals on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport-Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport-Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport-Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport-Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 O'Hare Intl Airport-Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

The price you pay for your flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 3 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $922). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,740). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights typically cost between $1,144 and $1,402 in September.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $732 on Cathay Pacific (Sep 8-Sep 14).

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 July 27, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Cathay Pacific,Turkish Airlines, andQatar Airways from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,431 reviews

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Food

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Ernest,Jun 2026

SFO - HKG

As good as can be expected for economy class international flight, on time very professional crew. The plane was clean bathrooms clean, decent food, connecting flight on time, with another tasty meal. Love Cathay Pacific
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,431 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,431 reviews

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Food

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Ernest,Jun 2026

SFO - HKG

As good as can be expected for economy class international flight, on time very professional crew. The plane was clean bathrooms clean, decent food, connecting flight on time, with another tasty meal. Love Cathay Pacific
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,454 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,431 reviews

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Food

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Ernest,Jun 2026

SFO - HKG

As good as can be expected for economy class international flight, on time very professional crew. The plane was clean bathrooms clean, decent food, connecting flight on time, with another tasty meal. Love Cathay Pacific
Qatar Airways
7.3
Good
3,743 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,431 reviews

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Food

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Ernest,Jun 2026

SFO - HKG

As good as can be expected for economy class international flight, on time very professional crew. The plane was clean bathrooms clean, decent food, connecting flight on time, with another tasty meal. Love Cathay Pacific
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,492 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,431 reviews

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Food

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Ernest,Jun 2026

SFO - HKG

As good as can be expected for economy class international flight, on time very professional crew. The plane was clean bathrooms clean, decent food, connecting flight on time, with another tasty meal. Love Cathay Pacific
JetBlue
7.1
Good
3,026 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,431 reviews

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Food

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Ernest,Jun 2026

SFO - HKG

As good as can be expected for economy class international flight, on time very professional crew. The plane was clean bathrooms clean, decent food, connecting flight on time, with another tasty meal. Love Cathay Pacific

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Departing from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport will take you 24h 20m. Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport are separated by a distance of 8947 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport round-trip from $623. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Air India, from $692, and Qatar Airways, from $886. Users have found that Cathay Pacific is 53% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Cathay Pacific, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $308. Etihad Airways flights start at $467 while deals on Qatar Airways start at $476 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from O'Hare Intl to Colombo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on O'Hare Intl to Colombo flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from O'Hare Intl to Colombo?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from O'Hare Intl to Colombo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from O'Hare Intl 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 O'Hare Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $922). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,740). 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 7 airlines flying from O'Hare Intl to Colombo

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from O'Hare Intl 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 July 27, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Cathay PacificCheapest$623Average$820FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Air IndiaCheapest$692Average$997FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$886Average$1,095FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$891Average$1,064FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$925Average$1,408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
JetBlueCheapest$1,593Average$2,760FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Air CanadaCheapest$1,623Average$1,729FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%

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