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$499+ Cheap flights from Philadelphia (PHL) 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 9/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHL — CMB
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
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 September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$912
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$499
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,051
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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 September 11, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Tue 10/78:35 pmPHL - CMB
1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/1411:25 amCMB - PHL
1 stop31h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$912
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/73:25 pmPHL - CMB
2 stops35h 50mAir Canada
Tue 10/141:05 pmCMB - PHL
2 stops42h 03mAir Canada
Deal found 9/10$913
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 9/248:25 pmPHL - CMB
1 stop21h 10mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/213:35 amCMB - PHL
2 stops25h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$922
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Thu 9/253:25 pmPHL - CMB
3 stops27h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/161:05 pmCMB - PHL
2 stops36h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$928
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/248:25 pmPHL - CMB
1 stop20h 10mQatar Airways
Wed 10/228:20 pmCMB - PHL
1 stop22h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 9/10$941
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Thu 9/258:25 pmPHL - CMB
1 stop27h 05mQatar Airways
Thu 10/168:20 pmCMB - PHL
1 stop22h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 9/9$942
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/78:35 pmPHL - CMB
1 stop20h 00mQatar Airways
Mon 10/133:35 amCMB - PHL
1 stop38h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 9/10$944
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 10/158:35 pmPHL - CMB
1 stop20h 00mQatar Airways
Thu 11/134:15 amCMB - PHL
1 stop39h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 9/9$945
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Sun 11/97:40 pmPHL - CMB
1 stop20h 35mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/198:50 pmCMB - PHL
1 stop22h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/9$952
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Sat 9/138:25 pmPHL - CMB
1 stop27h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/2710:30 amCMB - PHL
1 stop32h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$954

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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 September 11, 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 10/7

8:35 pm-9:00 am

1 stop26h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 10/14

11:25 am-9:00 am

1 stop31h 05m

$912

PhiladelphiaColombo

PHL - CMB

PHLCMB

Philadelphia

Wed 10/15

8:35 pm-2:05 am

1 stop20h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 11/13

4:15 am-7:51 pm

2 stops26h 06m

$962

PhiladelphiaColombo

PHL - CMB

PHLCMB

Philadelphia

Wed 9/24

8:25 pm-2:05 am

1 stop20h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 10/21

3:35 am-9:00 am

1 stop38h 55m

$995

PhiladelphiaColombo

PHL - CMB

PHLCMB

Philadelphia

Thu 9/25

8:25 pm-9:40 am

1 stop27h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 10/15

3:35 am-9:00 am

1 stop38h 55m

$996

PhiladelphiaColombo

PHL - CMB

PHLCMB

Philadelphia

Sun 2/15

4:35 pm-12:30 pm

2 stops33h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 3/2

11:40 pm-10:56 pm

3 stops33h 46m

$1,052

PhiladelphiaColombo

PHL - CMB

PHLCMB

Philadelphia

Sun 11/9

7:40 pm-1:55 am

1 stop19h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 11/13

7:30 pm-9:05 am

1 stop24h 05m

$1,070

PhiladelphiaColombo

PHL - CMB

PHLCMB

Philadelphia

Sat 1/17

7:50 pm-2:45 am

1 stop20h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 2/9

11:15 am-9:00 am

1 stop32h 15m

$1,070

PhiladelphiaColombo

PHL - CMB

PHLCMB

Philadelphia

Sat 1/17

7:50 pm-2:45 am

1 stop20h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 2/6

10:15 am-9:00 am

1 stop33h 15m

$1,070

PhiladelphiaColombo

PHL - CMB

PHLCMB

Philadelphia

Sun 2/15

4:48 pm-1:55 am

2 stops22h 37m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 3/2

10:15 am-9:00 am

1 stop33h 15m

$1,079

PhiladelphiaColombo

PHL - CMB

PHLCMB

Philadelphia

Fri 9/26

10:21 am-11:30 pm

2 stops51h 39m

$499

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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 August 29, 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 $1,028). Flying from Philadelphia to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,732). 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 September 11, 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.

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 September 11, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, and American Airlines from Philadelphia 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.
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
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,250 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

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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.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Philadelphia to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in 20h. Fly via American Airlines or Qatar Airways to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 8812 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • 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 $956. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $1,036, and Etihad Airways, from $1,107. Qatar Airways is priced at 27% 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 $1,028). Flying from Philadelphia to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,732). 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$956Average$1,215FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,036Average$1,296FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,107Average$1,479FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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