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$687+ Cheap flights from New Orleans (MSY) to Bandaranaike Intl (CMB)

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MSY — CMB
oct. 16 — oct. 231
jue. 10/16
jue. 10/23
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New Orleans (MSY) 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 septiembre 16, 2025.

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$1,338
(oojo)

One-way from

$687
(Kiwi.com)

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From New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
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Cheapest flights from New Orleans to Colombo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Orleans to Colombo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on septiembre 16, 2025.

This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 12/146:05 pmMSY - CMB
2 stops30h 55mAir Canada
mar. 12/3012:40 amCMB - MSY
2 stops52h 07mAir Canada
Deal found 9/16$1,640
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
dom. 12/146:05 pmMSY - CMB
2 stops30h 55mMultiple Airlines
jue. 1/156:40 pmCMB - MSY
2 stops34h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$1,650
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
dom. 12/1411:11 amMSY - CMB
2 stops27h 14mQatar Airways
mié. 1/144:15 amCMB - MSY
2 stops28h 03mQatar Airways
Deal found 9/14$2,194
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 12/146:05 pmMSY - CMB
2 stops54h 55mAir Canada
jue. 1/19:55 amCMB - MSY
2 stops42h 52mAir Canada
Deal found 9/16$2,435
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/1611:11 amMSY - CMB
2 stops27h 14mQatar Airways
mar. 12/303:25 amCMB - MSY
2 stops30h 49mQatar Airways
Deal found 9/16$2,446
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 12/146:05 pmMSY - CMB
2 stops54h 55mAir Canada
mar. 1/612:50 pmCMB - MSY
2 stops63h 57mAir Canada
Deal found 9/16$2,474
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 12/186:05 pmMSY - CMB
2 stops46h 50mAir Canada
mar. 12/3012:40 amCMB - MSY
2 stops52h 07mAir Canada
Deal found 9/16$2,477
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/156:05 pmMSY - CMB
2 stops30h 55mAir Canada
jue. 1/19:55 amCMB - MSY
2 stops42h 52mAir Canada
Deal found 9/16$2,488
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/1611:11 amMSY - CMB
2 stops35h 04mQatar Airways
mar. 1/67:30 pmCMB - MSY
2 stops28h 46mQatar Airways
Deal found 9/16$2,526
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 12/1411:11 amMSY - CMB
2 stops28h 04mQatar Airways
lun. 1/53:25 amCMB - MSY
2 stops44h 51mQatar Airways
Deal found 9/16$2,529
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 12/181:35 pmMSY - CMB
2 stops31h 40mQatar Airways
mié. 12/318:50 pmCMB - MSY
2 stops37h 24mQatar Airways
Deal found 9/16$2,555

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Customize your flight search to find flights from New Orleans 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 septiembre 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Orleans to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport that are best for you.

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New OrleansColombo

MSY - CMB

MSYCMB

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

mié. 2/11

10:55 am-2:50 am

2 stops52h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

sáb. 2/21

4:00 am-9:32 am

2 stops65h 02m

$1,338

New OrleansColombo

MSY - CMB

MSYCMB

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

mié. 2/11

10:55 am-1:55 am

2 stops27h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

dom. 2/22

10:15 am-9:32 am

2 stops34h 47m

$1,426

New OrleansColombo

MSY - CMB

MSYCMB

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

mié. 2/11

6:05 pm-6:25 pm

3 stops60h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

dom. 2/22

9:55 am-5:17 pm

2 stops42h 52m

$1,558

New OrleansColombo

MSY - CMB

MSYCMB

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

jue. 3/12

6:05 pm-12:30 pm

2 stops31h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

lun. 3/16

9:55 am-5:17 pm

2 stops41h 52m

$1,598

New OrleansColombo

MSY - CMB

MSYCMB

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

jue. 3/12

10:20 am-1:55 am

2 stops29h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

lun. 3/16

7:30 pm-12:48 pm

2 stops27h 48m

$1,630

New OrleansColombo

MSY - CMB

MSYCMB

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

dom. 12/14

6:05 pm-12:30 pm

2 stops30h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

jue. 1/15

6:40 pm-5:17 pm

2 stops34h 07m

$1,650

New OrleansColombo

MSY - CMB

MSYCMB

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

dom. 12/14

11:11 am-1:55 am

2 stops27h 14m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

mié. 1/14

4:15 am-8:48 pm

2 stops28h 03m

$2,194

New OrleansColombo

MSY - CMB

MSYCMB

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

mié. 2/11

2:13 pm-10:15 am

3 stops32h 32m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

dom. 2/22

8:15 pm-9:49 pm

3 stops37h 04m

$2,326

New OrleansColombo

MSY - CMB

MSYCMB

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

sáb. 3/7

8:10 pm-11:00 am

3 stops51h 20m

$687

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Deals found on 9/16

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from New Orleans 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 septiembre 16, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 31% on flights from New Orleans to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport by exploring options for tickets at noon.

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 septiembre 16, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from New Orleans to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, such as Qatar Airways and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,624 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,624 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,624 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,624 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from New Orleans to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl?

    For a flight from New Orleans to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl, you will be flying from Louis Armstrong. New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) is just 11.4 mi from the center of the city. Louis Armstrong is the only New Orleans airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl per day. 2 airlines have flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from New Orleans to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways, and Air Canada can get you from New Orleans to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in just under 27h 30m. Your travel time can differ by up to 24h 55m. The distance from New Orleans to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is about 9780 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($980), and Qatar Airways ($1,064) offers the cheapest pricing from New Orleans to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. These flights start at 33% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from New Orleans to Colombo?

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $1,016). Flying from New Orleans to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,731). 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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Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from New Orleans 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 septiembre 16, 2025.
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American AirlinesCheapest$980Average$1,442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,064Average$1,399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%

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