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$272+ Cheap flights from Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) to Bandaranaike Intl (CMB)

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NBO — CMB
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) 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 julio 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$466
(Expedia)

One-way from

$272
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$577
From Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
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Cheapest flights from Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Colombo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Colombo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on julio 30, 2025.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 9/301:50 pmNBO - CMB
1 stop12h 05mAir Arabia
sáb. 10/113:55 amCMB - NBO
1 stop11h 40mAir Arabia
Deal found 7/30$466
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
mar. 9/301:50 pmNBO - CMB
1 stop12h 05mMultiple Airlines
dom. 10/129:55 pmCMB - NBO
1 stop10h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$565
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 9/293:45 amNBO - CMB
2 stops22h 40mEthiopian Air
dom. 10/126:25 pmCMB - NBO
2 stops21h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/30$894
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
lun. 9/291:20 amNBO - CMB
1 stop23h 15mQatar Airways
sáb. 10/113:35 amCMB - NBO
1 stop22h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/30$1,062
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mar. 9/301:00 pmNBO - CMB
2 stops26h 15mRwandAir
sáb. 10/113:35 amCMB - NBO
3 stops27h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 7/30$1,408
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sáb. 8/2310:45 pmNBO - CMB
2 stops17h 15mEmirates
mar. 8/262:55 amCMB - NBO
1 stop14h 05mEmirates
Deal found 7/30$1,563

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

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NairobiColombo

NBO - CMB

NBOCMB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

mar. 9/30

1:50 pm-4:25 am

1 stop12h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

sáb. 10/11

3:55 am-1:05 pm

1 stop11h 40m

$466

NairobiColombo

NBO - CMB

NBOCMB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

mar. 9/30

1:50 pm-4:25 am

1 stop12h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

dom. 10/12

9:55 pm-5:40 am

1 stop10h 15m

$565

NairobiColombo

NBO - CMB

NBOCMB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

lun. 9/29

3:45 am-4:55 am

2 stops22h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

dom. 10/12

6:25 pm-1:10 pm

2 stops21h 15m

$894

NairobiColombo

NBO - CMB

NBOCMB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

lun. 9/29

1:20 am-3:05 am

1 stop23h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

sáb. 10/11

3:35 am-11:50 pm

1 stop22h 45m

$1,062

NairobiColombo

NBO - CMB

NBOCMB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

mar. 9/30

1:00 pm-5:45 pm

2 stops26h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

sáb. 10/11

3:35 am-4:55 am

3 stops27h 50m

$1,408

NairobiColombo

NBO - CMB

NBOCMB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

sáb. 8/23

10:45 pm-6:30 pm

2 stops17h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

mar. 8/26

2:55 am-2:30 pm

1 stop14h 05m

$1,563

NairobiColombo

NBO - CMB

NBOCMB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

lun. 8/11

3:10 pm-4:05 am

1 stop10h 25m

$272

NairobiColombo

NBO - CMB

NBOCMB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

mié. 8/13

8:05 pm-2:20 am

3 stops27h 45m

$325

NairobiColombo

NBO - CMB

NBOCMB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

mar. 8/12

6:40 am-11:10 pm

1 stop14h 00m

$351

NairobiColombo

NBO - CMB

NBOCMB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

mar. 8/12

6:40 am-2:30 am

2 stops17h 20m

$419

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $1,047). Flying from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,786). 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 NBO to CMB?

Find hourly flight availability from Jomo Kenyatta Intl 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 julio 30, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 54% on airfare.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Sharjah (SHJ) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% of 1-stop itineraries from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Abu Dhabi (AUH) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $596.

What’s the fastest layover option from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Sharjah (SHJ) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 11h 25m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Sharjah (SHJ) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 38m.

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 julio 30, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, Air Arabia, and Qatar Airways from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,299 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kunda,Feb 2024

FRA - DXB

All in all I enjoyed my experience and definitely flying with you again
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,299 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,299 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kunda,Feb 2024

FRA - DXB

All in all I enjoyed my experience and definitely flying with you again
Air Arabia
7.5
Good
49 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,299 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kunda,Feb 2024

FRA - DXB

All in all I enjoyed my experience and definitely flying with you again
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,607 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,299 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kunda,Feb 2024

FRA - DXB

All in all I enjoyed my experience and definitely flying with you again
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,230 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,299 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kunda,Feb 2024

FRA - DXB

All in all I enjoyed my experience and definitely flying with you again
RwandAir
7.2
Good
30 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,299 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kunda,Feb 2024

FRA - DXB

All in all I enjoyed my experience and definitely flying with you again

Related info for your journey

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

    Air Arabia, at $466, was found to be the cheapest airline from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Ethiopian Air and Qatar Airways. These flights start at 22% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    $272 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Salam Air. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Air India and IndiGo, with prices starting from $325 and $419, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Colombo that include hotel bookings?

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

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Colombo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Jomo Kenyatta 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 Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $1,047). Flying from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,786). 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 3 airlines flying from Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Colombo

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Jomo Kenyatta 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 julio 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air ArabiaCheapest$449Average$572FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$460Average$595FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
IndiGoCheapest$479Average$720FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%

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