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$446+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Bandaranaike Intl (CMB)

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SFO — CMB
Jun 23 — Jun 301
Mon 6/23
Mon 6/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl are usually found in October or September, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Tuesday and return on a Sunday

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Round-trip from

$803
(oojo)

One-way from

$446
(SmartFares)

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December

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October

Average price

$1,626
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Colombo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Colombo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 18, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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 9/2411:30 amSFO - CMB
1 stop23h 35mSingapore Airlines
Tue 10/712:50 amCMB - SFO
1 stop21h 20mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 6/18$803
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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 8/1310:00 amSFO - CMB
1 stop32h 50mAir India
Mon 8/255:05 pmCMB - SFO
1 stop26h 25mAir India
Deal found 6/18$831
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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 8/2112:05 amSFO - CMB
1 stop34h 55mCathay Pacific
Sun 9/712:50 amCMB - SFO
1 stop29h 30mCathay Pacific
Deal found 6/17$859
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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.
Sat 11/2912:00 pmSFO - CMB
1 stop41h 30mChina Eastern
Tue 12/98:20 pmCMB - SFO
2 stops32h 19mChina Eastern
Deal found 6/17$878
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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 9/243:55 pmSFO - CMB
1 stop21h 40mQatar Airways
Wed 10/88:20 pmCMB - SFO
1 stop29h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/18$891
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Tue 8/511:30 amSFO - CMB
1 stop45h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/210:55 pmCMB - SFO
2 stops52h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/17$989
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Wed 11/199:35 pmSFO - CMB
2 stops33h 15mEtihad Airways
Tue 12/24:00 amCMB - SFO
2 stops33h 24mEtihad Airways
Deal found 6/18$1,140

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport that are best for you.

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San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Wed 9/24

11:30 am-11:35 pm

1 stop23h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 10/7

12:50 am-9:40 am

1 stop21h 20m

$803

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Wed 8/13

10:00 am-7:20 am

1 stop32h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 8/25

5:05 pm-7:00 am

1 stop26h 25m

$831

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Thu 8/21

12:05 am-11:30 pm

1 stop34h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 9/7

12:50 am-5:50 pm

1 stop29h 30m

$859

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Sat 11/29

12:00 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop41h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 12/9

8:20 pm-3:09 pm

2 stops32h 19m

$878

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Wed 9/24

3:55 pm-2:05 am

1 stop21h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 10/8

8:20 pm-1:35 pm

1 stop29h 45m

$891

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Tue 8/5

11:30 am-9:30 pm

1 stop45h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 9/2

10:55 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops52h 55m

$989

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Wed 11/19

9:35 pm-8:20 pm

2 stops33h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 12/2

4:00 am-11:54 pm

2 stops33h 24m

$1,140

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Thu 8/21

12:05 am-11:30 pm

1 stop34h 55m

$446

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Wed 7/23

1:10 pm-11:05 am

2 stops33h 25m

$474

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Wed 7/16

10:00 am-7:20 am

1 stop32h 50m

$477

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Colombo

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Colombo. Price data was last updated on June 13, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Francisco to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is 73 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 San Francisco to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $1,048). Flying from San Francisco to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,809). 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 SFO to CMB?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 18, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Francisco to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 11% on airfare.

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco 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.

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 18, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines and Cathay Pacific from San Francisco 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,273 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

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
8.1
Very good
3,273 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,273 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

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.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,310 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,273 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

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
894 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,273 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

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
3,590 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,273 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

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
1,212 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,273 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

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 San Francisco to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl?

    San Francisco (SFO), located 11.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from San Francisco to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl. 10 airlines have flights from San Francisco to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl on a regular basis. Booking flights from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from San Francisco to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is Singapore Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $803 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Air India and Cathay Pacific, starting at $831 and $859 round-trip. Singapore Airlines is currently priced 37% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Cathay Pacific, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $446. However, be on the lookout for offers from Air India and IndiGo, as they are both options that can get you from San Francisco to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport for a low price.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Francisco to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    San Francisco to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights have a layover in Singapore most of the time. Doha sees the second most layovers for non-direct flights flying from San Francisco to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Singapore?

    Singapore travelers tend to visit Sentosa, Universal Studios Singapore, and Geylang Serai New Market more than anywhere else. Sentosa, Universal Studios Singapore, and Geylang Serai New Market can be visited by traveling about 13.4 mi, 13.4 mi, and 6.9 mi respectively from Singapore Changi. Those looking to explore during their layover in Singapore can rent a car from Singapore Changi for about $135 per day.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Doha?

    If you're on a layover in Doha and looking for things to do, consider visiting Museum of Islamic Art, Katara Cultural Village, or Aspire Tower. Museum of Islamic Art, Katara Cultural Village, and Aspire Tower can be visited by traveling about 5.2 mi, 8.7 mi, and 10.6 mi respectively from Doha Hamad Intl. Travelers in need of a car in Doha can rent one for about $28 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San Francisco to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights?

    Of the flights from San Francisco to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport that have layovers, the fewest flights stop in New Delhi.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Colombo?

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $1,048). Flying from San Francisco to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,809). 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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China EasternCheapest$687Average$864FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Cathay PacificCheapest$814Average$1,104FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$939Average$1,309FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$958Average$1,159FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$965Average$1,362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Air IndiaCheapest$998Average$1,254FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,136Average$1,247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air CanadaCheapest$1,248Average$1,494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,468Average$2,014FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
EmiratesCheapest$1,628Average$1,898FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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