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$345+ Cheap flights from Salinas, CA, CA 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 8/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — CMB
Aug 5 — Aug 121
Tue 8/5
Tue 8/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Salinas to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl are usually found in September or October, booked 45 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Tuesday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from Salinas to Colombo

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Salinas to Colombo flight deals. Data was last updated July 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$872
(KAYAK)

One-way from

$345
(Ovago)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,391
From Salinas to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
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Cheapest flights from Salinas to Colombo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Salinas to Colombo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 31, 2025.

This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 9/41:05 amSFO - CMB
1 stop33h 55mCathay Pacific
Thu 9/1812:50 amCMB - SFO
1 stop34h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 7/30$872
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/298:45 amSFO - CMB
2 stops26h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/712:50 amCMB - SFO
1 stop34h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$873
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/2112:00 pmSFO - CMB
1 stop42h 30mChina Eastern
Wed 8/278:30 pmCMB - SFO
1 stop25h 05mChina Eastern
Deal found 7/29$875
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Thu 8/288:00 pmSFO - CMB
2 stops30h 30mAir India
Mon 9/154:00 pmCMB - SFO
1 stop38h 30mAir India
Deal found 7/29$876
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 11/53:00 pmSFO - CMB
1 stop22h 15mQatar Airways
Wed 11/268:50 pmCMB - SFO
1 stop29h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/29$889

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Salinas 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 July 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Salinas to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport that are best for you.

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Salinas

Fly to

Colombo

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Return

Price

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Thu 9/4

1:05 am-11:30 pm

1 stop33h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 9/18

12:50 am-10:40 pm

1 stop34h 20m

$872

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Fri 8/29

8:45 am-11:30 pm

2 stops26h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 9/7

12:50 am-10:55 pm

1 stop34h 35m

$873

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Thu 8/21

12:00 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop42h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 8/27

8:30 pm-9:05 am

1 stop25h 05m

$875

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Thu 8/28

8:00 pm-3:00 pm

2 stops30h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 9/15

4:00 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop38h 30m

$876

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Mon 10/6

3:55 pm-3:05 am

1 stop22h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 10/22

8:20 pm-1:35 pm

1 stop29h 45m

$889

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Sun 8/10

1:05 am-11:30 pm

1 stop33h 55m

$345

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Mon 9/8

10:00 am-7:20 am

1 stop32h 50m

$386

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Mon 8/11

9:09 am-11:30 pm

2 stops25h 51m

$457

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Mon 9/15

8:55 am-7:00 pm

2 stops45h 35m

$478

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Deals found on 7/31

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Salinas to Colombo. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Salinas to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is 45 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Salinas to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $1,047). Flying from Salinas to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,786). 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 S9N to CMB?

Find hourly flight availability from Salinas 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 July 31, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Salinas to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport as you normally would.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Salinas to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Salinas to Colombo. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Salinas to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 July 31, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Cathay Pacific, Qatar Airways, and China Eastern from Salinas to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
949 reviews

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Douglas,Jun 2025

MNL - HKG

Flight attendant was very helpful in finding something simple to eat as opposed to a full meal. I appreciated her efforts to make it a comfortable flight.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
949 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
949 reviews

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Douglas,Jun 2025

MNL - HKG

Flight attendant was very helpful in finding something simple to eat as opposed to a full meal. I appreciated her efforts to make it a comfortable flight.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,609 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
949 reviews

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Douglas,Jun 2025

MNL - HKG

Flight attendant was very helpful in finding something simple to eat as opposed to a full meal. I appreciated her efforts to make it a comfortable flight.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
158 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
949 reviews

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Douglas,Jun 2025

MNL - HKG

Flight attendant was very helpful in finding something simple to eat as opposed to a full meal. I appreciated her efforts to make it a comfortable flight.
Air India
5.5
Fair
2,928 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
949 reviews

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Douglas,Jun 2025

MNL - HKG

Flight attendant was very helpful in finding something simple to eat as opposed to a full meal. I appreciated her efforts to make it a comfortable flight.

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Salinas to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport one-way?

    $345 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Cathay Pacific. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Air India and China Eastern, with prices starting from $386 and $478, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $1,047). Flying from Salinas to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,786). 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 9 airlines flying from Salinas to Colombo

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Salinas 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 July 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$663Average$866FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Cathay PacificCheapest$822Average$1,104FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$894Average$1,319FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Air IndiaCheapest$896Average$1,226FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$944Average$1,327FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$958Average$1,152FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,136Average$1,247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air CanadaCheapest$1,248Average$1,526FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
EmiratesCheapest$1,628Average$2,425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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