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$862+ 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 1/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHL — CMB
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Colombo
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This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Mon 12/297:40 pmPHL - CMB
1 stop27h 35mQatar Airways
Thu 1/153:25 amCMB - PHL
2 stops45h 24mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/11$1,268
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/291:35 pmPHL - CMB
2 stops26h 40mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/168:15 pmCMB - PHL
3 stops54h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11$2,234
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Mon 12/297:40 pmPHL - CMB
1 stop27h 35mAmerican Airlines
Fri 1/167:30 pmCMB - PHL
1 stop24h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/11$2,450
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/139:33 amPHL - CMB
2 stops24h 17mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/34:00 amCMB - PHL
2 stops27h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$2,579
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Sat 12/134:05 pmPHL - CMB
2 stops23h 20mQatar Airways
Sun 1/47:30 pmCMB - PHL
1 stop24h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/10$3,493
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/2912:37 pmPHL - CMB
3 stops43h 18mEmirates
Fri 1/1611:15 amCMB - PHL
3 stops44h 51mEmirates
Deal found 12/11$3,535

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eDreams
3 stars

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eDreams
3 stars

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$862
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October

Average price

$1,524
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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 1/20

3:30 pm-5:25 am

2 stops27h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 2/3

5:05 pm-10:46 pm

3 stops40h 11m

$862

PhiladelphiaColombo

PHL - CMB

PHLCMB

Philadelphia

Tue 4/7

3:30 pm-5:05 am

2 stops28h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 4/28

1:10 pm-3:44 pm

2 stops36h 04m

$899

PhiladelphiaColombo

PHL - CMB

PHLCMB

Philadelphia

Tue 4/7

8:30 pm-3:05 am

1 stop21h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 4/28

7:45 pm-9:00 am

1 stop22h 45m

$912

PhiladelphiaColombo

PHL - CMB

PHLCMB

Philadelphia

Fri 1/23

7:50 am-4:25 am

2 stops34h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 3/21

12:50 pm-2:47 pm

2 stops59h 27m

$960

PhiladelphiaColombo

PHL - CMB

PHLCMB

Philadelphia

Wed 1/21

3:30 pm-12:30 pm

2 stops34h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 1/31

12:25 am-2:47 pm

2 stops48h 52m

$969

PhiladelphiaColombo

PHL - CMB

PHLCMB

Philadelphia

Sun 3/15

3:30 pm-12:30 pm

2 stops35h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 3/19

12:50 pm-2:47 pm

2 stops59h 27m

$997

PhiladelphiaColombo

PHL - CMB

PHLCMB

Philadelphia

Wed 3/4

7:55 pm-2:45 am

1 stop20h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 3/11

11:15 am-9:00 am

1 stop31h 15m

$1,038

PhiladelphiaColombo

PHL - CMB

PHLCMB

Philadelphia

Sun 3/15

8:50 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop34h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 3/19

7:30 pm-9:00 am

1 stop23h 00m

$1,041

PhiladelphiaColombo

PHL - CMB

PHLCMB

Philadelphia

Mon 3/2

7:55 pm-7:20 pm

1 stop36h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 3/5

10:15 am-9:30 am

1 stop33h 45m

$1,043

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Deals found on 12/9

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 December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 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 eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Philadelphia-Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >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 eDreams the most. eDreams 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 December 5, 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $595). Flying from Philadelphia to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $934). 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 December 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 17% 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 December 12, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Qatar 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
3,677 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Overall

7.4

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
3,677 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,677 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Overall

7.4

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
11,050 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,677 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Overall

7.4

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. 2 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 21h 05m. Fly via American Airlines or Air Canada 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 $921. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is American Airlines. Qatar Airways is priced at 28% 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $595). Flying from Philadelphia to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $934). 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 2 airlines flying from Philadelphia to Colombo

Discover the top 2 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 December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$922Average$1,212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
American AirlinesCheapest$952Average$1,140FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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