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$906+ 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
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Philadelphia to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl are usually found in April or September, booked 64 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Sunday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Philadelphia to Colombo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Philadelphia (PHL) 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 June 12, 2025.

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$906
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Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,529
From Philadelphia to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
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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 June 12, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 8/268:25 pmPHL - CMB
1 stop21h 10mQatar Airways
Wed 9/1010:30 amCMB - PHL
1 stop32h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/12$906
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/13:25 pmPHL - CMB
2 stops35h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/121:05 pmCMB - PHL
2 stops36h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$910
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/13:25 pmPHL - CMB
2 stops35h 50mAir Canada
Sat 10/113:25 amCMB - PHL
3 stops39h 59mAir Canada
Deal found 6/11$921
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 8/2610:25 amPHL - CMB
2 stops36h 35mEtihad Airways
Wed 9/1010:05 amCMB - PHL
2 stops41h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 6/12$1,086
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/2210:15 pmPHL - CMB
2 stops33h 05mBritish Airways
Thu 7/1010:30 amCMB - PHL
2 stops36h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/10$1,980
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Wed 6/188:40 pmPHL - CMB
1 stop19h 55mAmerican Airlines
Sat 6/288:20 pmCMB - PHL
1 stop22h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$2,138

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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

8:25 pm-3:05 am

1 stop21h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 9/10

10:30 am-9:00 am

1 stop32h 00m

$906

PhiladelphiaColombo

PHL - CMB

PHLCMB

Philadelphia

Wed 10/1

3:25 pm-12:45 pm

2 stops35h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 10/12

1:05 pm-3:49 pm

2 stops36h 14m

$910

PhiladelphiaColombo

PHL - CMB

PHLCMB

Philadelphia

Wed 10/1

3:25 pm-12:45 pm

2 stops35h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 10/11

3:25 am-9:54 am

3 stops39h 59m

$921

PhiladelphiaColombo

PHL - CMB

PHLCMB

Philadelphia

Tue 8/26

10:25 am-8:30 am

2 stops36h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 9/10

10:05 am-5:45 pm

2 stops41h 10m

$1,086

PhiladelphiaColombo

PHL - CMB

PHLCMB

Philadelphia

Sun 6/22

10:15 pm-9:00 am

2 stops25h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 7/6

3:35 am-1:00 pm

2 stops42h 55m

$1,980

PhiladelphiaColombo

PHL - CMB

PHLCMB

Philadelphia

Sun 6/22

8:40 pm-2:05 am

1 stop19h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 7/5

8:20 pm-9:00 am

1 stop22h 10m

$2,140

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Deals found on 6/12

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 June 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 $1,818). 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 June 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 June 12, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways and American Airlines from Philadelphia to Colombo to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,584 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.4

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

fa,May 2025

PHL - DOH

The best,the staff was experienced,cheerful, professional,I will use from now on more frequently American airlines
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,584 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,584 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.4

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

fa,May 2025

PHL - DOH

The best,the staff was experienced,cheerful, professional,I will use from now on more frequently American airlines
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,211 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,584 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.4

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

fa,May 2025

PHL - DOH

The best,the staff was experienced,cheerful, professional,I will use from now on more frequently American airlines
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,584 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.4

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

fa,May 2025

PHL - DOH

The best,the staff was experienced,cheerful, professional,I will use from now on more frequently American airlines
Air Canada
7.1
Good
9,531 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,584 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.4

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

fa,May 2025

PHL - DOH

The best,the staff was experienced,cheerful, professional,I will use from now on more frequently American airlines
British Airways
6.6
Okay
7,008 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,584 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.4

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

fa,May 2025

PHL - DOH

The best,the staff was experienced,cheerful, professional,I will use from now on more frequently American airlines

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Philadelphia 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 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 $906. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Air Canada, from $921, and Etihad Airways, from $1,086. Qatar Airways is priced at 32% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • 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.

  • How can I find direct flights from Philadelphia to Colombo?

    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 $1,818). 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 Philadelphia to Colombo

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Philadelphia 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 June 12, 2025.
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$962Average$1,215FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,103Average$1,479FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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