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$939+ Cheap flights from Philadelphia (PHL) to Bandaranaike Intl (CMB)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHL — CMB
May 17 — May 241
Sat 5/17
Sat 5/24
1 adult, Economy
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AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,422
(Qatar Airways)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,077
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Cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Colombo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Philadelphia to Colombo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 12, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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.
Tue 8/268:30 pmPHL - CMB
1 stop27h 00mQatar Airways
Wed 9/1010:30 amCMB - PHL
1 stop32h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/12$939
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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.
Tue 8/268:30 pmPHL - CMB
1 stop27h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/106:55 pmCMB - PHL
2 stops47h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11$1,052
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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.
Tue 8/261:48 pmPHL - CMB
2 stops21h 17mEtihad Airways
Wed 9/104:05 amCMB - PHL
2 stops27h 47mEtihad Airways
Deal found 5/12$1,106
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/238:45 pmPHL - CMB
1 stop19h 50mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/318:20 pmCMB - PHL
1 stop22h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/11$1,477
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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.
Fri 5/237:30 amPHL - CMB
2 stops39h 35mAir Canada
Sat 5/311:05 pmCMB - PHL
2 stops42h 53mAir Canada
Deal found 5/12$1,497
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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.
Tue 8/261:06 pmPHL - CMB
3 stops43h 54mEmirates
Tue 9/92:55 amCMB - PHL
2 stops28h 06mEmirates
Deal found 5/12$1,836
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/78:30 pmPHL - CMB
2 stops35h 05mMalaysia Airlines
Fri 8/81:00 amCMB - PHL
2 stops41h 30mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 5/11$2,539
This AranGrant deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 AranGrant is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/246:30 pmPHL - CMB
2 stops29h 40mBritish Airways
Sun 8/178:20 pmCMB - PHL
2 stops29h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/12$2,990
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/246:40 pmPHL - CMB
2 stops43h 20mCathay Pacific
Sat 8/1612:50 amCMB - PHL
2 stops28h 41mCathay Pacific
Deal found 5/12$3,218

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Philadelphia 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 May 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Philadelphia to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport that are best for you.

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PhiladelphiaColombo

PHL - CMB

PHLCMB

Philadelphia

Tue 8/26

8:30 pm-9:00 am

1 stop27h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 9/10

10:30 am-9:00 am

1 stop32h 00m

$939

PhiladelphiaColombo

PHL - CMB

PHLCMB

Philadelphia

Tue 8/26

8:30 pm-9:40 am

1 stop27h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 9/10

6:55 pm-9:00 am

2 stops47h 35m

$1,052

PhiladelphiaColombo

PHL - CMB

PHLCMB

Philadelphia

Tue 8/26

1:48 pm-8:35 pm

2 stops21h 17m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 9/10

4:05 am-10:22 pm

2 stops27h 47m

$1,106

PhiladelphiaColombo

PHL - CMB

PHLCMB

Philadelphia

Fri 5/23

8:45 pm-2:05 am

1 stop19h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 5/31

8:20 pm-9:00 am

1 stop22h 10m

$1,477

PhiladelphiaColombo

PHL - CMB

PHLCMB

Philadelphia

Fri 5/23

7:30 am-8:35 am

2 stops39h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 5/31

1:05 pm-10:28 pm

2 stops42h 53m

$1,497

PhiladelphiaColombo

PHL - CMB

PHLCMB

Philadelphia

Tue 8/26

1:06 pm-6:30 pm

3 stops43h 54m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 9/9

2:55 am-9:31 pm

2 stops28h 06m

$1,836

PhiladelphiaColombo

PHL - CMB

PHLCMB

Philadelphia

Mon 7/7

8:30 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops35h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 8/8

1:00 am-9:00 am

2 stops41h 30m

$2,539

PhiladelphiaColombo

PHL - CMB

PHLCMB

Philadelphia

Thu 7/24

6:30 pm-9:40 am

2 stops29h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 8/17

8:20 pm-4:25 pm

2 stops29h 35m

$2,990

PhiladelphiaColombo

PHL - CMB

PHLCMB

Philadelphia

Thu 7/24

6:40 pm-11:30 pm

2 stops43h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 8/16

12:50 am-8:01 pm

2 stops28h 41m

$3,218

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Deals found on 5/12

Compare providers for flights from Philadelphia to Colombo

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 Philadelphia to Colombo in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 Philadelphia-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 Philadelphia-Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Philadelphia-Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Philadelphia-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 Philadelphia-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 Philadelphia to Colombo

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Philadelphia to Colombo. Price data was last updated on May 9, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Philadelphia to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, you should look to book at least 64 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 Philadelphia to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $1,049). Flying from Philadelphia to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,843). 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 PHL to CMB?

Find hourly flight availability from Philadelphia 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 May 12, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Philadelphia to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 18% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

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 May 12, 2025.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,228 reviews

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,228 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,228 reviews

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
863 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,228 reviews

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,570 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,228 reviews

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,206 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,228 reviews

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
255 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,228 reviews

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

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

    Philadelphia (PHL), located 7.0 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Philadelphia to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl. 3 airlines have flights from Philadelphia to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl on a regular basis. Booking flights from Philadelphia to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl per day.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Philadelphia to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport round-trip from $1,422. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Etihad Airways, from $1,429, and American Airlines, from $1,477.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $1,049). Flying from Philadelphia to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,843). 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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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$967Average$1,226FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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