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$452+ Cheap flights from John F Kennedy Intl, NY (JFK) 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 9/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JFK — CMB
Aug 28 — Sep 41
Fri 8/28
Fri 9/4
1 adult, Economy
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from John F Kennedy Intl to Colombo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 29, 2026.

This BusinessClass 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/203:00 pm
JFK
-
CMB
2 stops33h 10m
Gulf Air
Tue 9/225:20 pm
CMB
-
JFK
2 stops26h 10m
Gulf Air
Deal found 7/25$1,182
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/161:20 pm
JFK
-
CMB
2 stops33h 45m
Etihad Airways
Sun 9/69:50 pm
CMB
-
JFK
1 stop27h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/26$1,183
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/1310:20 pm
JFK
-
CMB
1 stop19h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 9/611:40 pm
CMB
-
JFK
1 stop42h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/27$1,184
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/2511:55 am
JFK
-
CMB
2 stops25h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 9/184:05 pm
CMB
-
JFK
1 stop25h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$1,185
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/153:45 pm
JFK
-
CMB
1 stop19h 20m
Etihad Airways
Fri 9/49:50 pm
CMB
-
JFK
1 stop27h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/27$1,187
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Fri 8/1411:55 am
JFK
-
CMB
1 stop42h 40m
Air India
Wed 9/29:40 am
CMB
-
JFK
1 stop32h 10m
Air India
Deal found 7/24$1,188
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/143:45 pm
JFK
-
CMB
1 stop31h 20m
Etihad Airways
Tue 9/84:10 am
CMB
-
JFK
2 stops25h 51m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/26$1,189
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/83:45 pm
JFK
-
CMB
2 stops21h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 9/135:15 pm
CMB
-
JFK
1 stop24h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/27$1,190
This Etihad Airways 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/153:45 pm
JFK
-
CMB
1 stop25h 45m
Etihad Airways
Sat 9/59:50 pm
CMB
-
JFK
1 stop27h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/26$1,191
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/173:45 pm
JFK
-
CMB
1 stop19h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/229:10 am
CMB
-
JFK
2 stops34h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$1,192
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/171:20 pm
JFK
-
CMB
2 stops21h 45m
Etihad Airways
Wed 9/24:10 am
CMB
-
JFK
2 stops42h 14m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/26$1,193

Find flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl to Colombo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) 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 29, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,182
(BusinessClass)

One-way from

$452
(Flightnetwork)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,241
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Customize your flight search to find flights from John F Kennedy Intl 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 July 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport that are best for you.

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New YorkColombo

JFK - CMB

JFKCMB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 10/16

7:50 pm-5:20 am

1 stop24h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 10/19

6:50 am-5:55 pm

1 stop20h 35m

$1,213

New YorkColombo

JFK - CMB

JFKCMB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 8/15

3:45 pm-8:35 am

1 stop31h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 9/3

9:50 pm-8:35 am

1 stop20h 15m

$1,228

New YorkColombo

JFK - CMB

JFKCMB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 9/27

10:20 pm-10:15 am

3 stops26h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 10/6

8:35 pm-2:25 pm

2 stops27h 20m

$1,248
Quickest round-trip

New YorkColombo

JFK - CMB

JFKCMB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 9/17

10:00 pm-2:05 am

1 stop18h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 9/21

4:35 am-7:00 pm

2 stops23h 55m

$1,256

New YorkColombo

JFK - CMB

JFKCMB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 8/18

10:20 pm-6:30 pm

3 stops34h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 9/7

8:35 pm-6:55 pm

3 stops55h 50m

$1,298

New YorkColombo

JFK - CMB

JFKCMB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 9/17

11:00 pm-10:15 am

2 stops25h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 9/20

2:55 am-6:55 pm

2 stops25h 30m

$1,298

New YorkColombo

JFK - CMB

JFKCMB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 8/14

11:20 am-6:30 pm

2 stops21h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 8/31

8:35 pm-6:55 pm

3 stops31h 50m

$1,611

New YorkColombo

JFK - CMB

JFKCMB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 8/14

10:20 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops38h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 8/27

8:35 pm-6:55 pm

3 stops31h 50m

$1,790

New YorkColombo

JFK - CMB

JFKCMB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 9/9

5:50 pm-9:40 am

3 stops30h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 10/4

5:20 pm-2:30 pm

3 stops30h 40m

$1,836

New YorkColombo

JFK - CMB

JFKCMB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 9/5

8:25 pm-7:00 pm

2 stops61h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 11/3

8:20 pm-9:15 pm

2 stops35h 25m

$1,908

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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 John F Kennedy Intl to Colombo in July.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
GurufarePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 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 New York John F Kennedy 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport-Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from New York John F Kennedy 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 New York John F Kennedy 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 New York John F Kennedy 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, you should look to book at least 55 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 is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $847). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,516). 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.

New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights typically cost between $1,095 and $1,312 in September.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $1,182 on Gulf Air (Sep 20-Sep 22).

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 29, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,Cathay Pacific, andQatar Airways from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,640 reviews

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,640 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,640 reviews

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,433 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,640 reviews

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Qatar Airways
7.3
Good
3,743 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,640 reviews

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,496 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,640 reviews

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Kuwait Airways
7.1
Good
349 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,640 reviews

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    A quick flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport can take about 24h. Turkish Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,213. New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport are separated by a distance of 8727 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport round-trip?

    Currently priced at $617, Cathay Pacific will fly you from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport and back. In addition to Cathay Pacific, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Air India and Kuwait Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $707 and $721, respectively. Cathay Pacific is currently priced 41% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Etihad Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $378. Users have also found prices from $420 and $453 on Kuwait Airways and Qatar Airways, respectively.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Most of the time, New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights that have layovers will stop in Abu Dhabi.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Abu Dhabi?

    The majority of Abu Dhabi visitors spend their time at Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, and Sheikh Zayed Mosque. Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, and Sheikh Zayed Mosque are located about 21.1 mi, 4.5 mi, and 11.2 mi, respectively from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl. Travelers in need of a car in Abu Dhabi can rent one for about $26 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights?

    New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights have a layover in Doha least often.

  • Can I find deals for flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Colombo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on John F Kennedy Intl to Colombo flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Colombo?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Colombo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from John F Kennedy 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $847). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,516). 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 10 airlines flying from John F Kennedy Intl to Colombo

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from John F Kennedy 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 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Cathay PacificCheapest$617Average$839FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Air IndiaCheapest$707Average$856FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Kuwait AirwaysCheapest$721Average$989FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time64%
Gulf AirCheapest$790Average$967FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$807Average$1,129FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$828Average$1,013FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$872Average$1,218FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$986Average$1,291FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
JetBlueCheapest$1,079Average$1,867FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
EmiratesCheapest$1,081Average$1,276FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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