Colombo

$408+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Bandaranaike Intl (CMB)

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WAS — CMB
Mar 30 — Apr 61
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Colombo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 28, 2026.

This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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.
Wed 3/42:35 pm
IAD
-
CMB
1 stop25h 45m
Etihad Airways
Wed 4/294:10 am
CMB
-
IAD
1 stop39h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 2/25$851
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/26. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/223:35 pm
IAD
-
CMB
1 stop25h 45m
Etihad Airways
Sun 4/264:20 pm
CMB
-
IAD
1 stop26h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 2/26$856
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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 4/43:10 pm
IAD
-
CMB
1 stop31h 55m
Etihad Airways
Wed 4/224:10 am
CMB
-
IAD
1 stop39h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 2/25$859
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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 11/22:30 pm
IAD
-
CMB
1 stop29h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 12/97:40 am
CMB
-
IAD
1 stop22h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/25$860
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/28. 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.
Fri 5/19:45 pm
IAD
-
CMB
1 stop22h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 6/56:50 am
CMB
-
IAD
1 stop22h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/28$865
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/26. 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.
Fri 5/83:10 pm
IAD
-
CMB
1 stop38h 15m
Etihad Airways
Mon 5/259:50 pm
CMB
-
IAD
1 stop21h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 2/26$870
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/27. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/23:10 pm
IAD
-
CMB
1 stop19h 55m
Etihad Airways
Sun 4/194:20 pm
CMB
-
IAD
1 stop26h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 2/27$871
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/27. 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.
Mon 10/263:35 pm
IAD
-
CMB
1 stop19h 15m
Etihad Airways
Tue 12/19:50 am
CMB
-
IAD
1 stop33h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 2/27$874
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/27. 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.
Mon 3/303:10 pm
IAD
-
CMB
1 stop31h 55m
Etihad Airways
Fri 4/244:10 am
CMB
-
IAD
1 stop39h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 2/27$875
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/26. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/251:30 pm
IAD
-
CMB
1 stop30h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 12/87:40 am
CMB
-
IAD
1 stop22h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/26$879
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/43:10 pm
IAD
-
CMB
1 stop19h 55m
Etihad Airways
Sun 4/194:20 pm
CMB
-
IAD
1 stop26h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 2/25$881
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/28. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/411:00 am
DCA
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CMB
2 stops36h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/111:10 pm
CMB
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DCA
2 stops38h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/28$966

Find flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Colombo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) 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 February 28, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$851
(Gurufare)

One-way from

$408
(CrystalTravel)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$910
Provider with most accurate pricing for Washington, D.C. (WAS)-Colombo Bandaranaike Intl flight deals.
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From Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($129 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($58 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. 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 February 28, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport that are best for you.

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Washington, D.C.Colombo

IAD - CMB

IADCMB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 4/17

3:10 pm-8:35 pm

1 stop19h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 4/21

10:00 am-9:45 am

1 stop33h 15m

$915

Washington, D.C.Colombo

DCA - CMB

DCACMB

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 4/12

4:10 pm-12:45 pm

2 stops35h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 5/26

3:25 am-9:55 pm

2 stops28h 00m

$1,005

Washington, D.C.Colombo

DCA - CMB

DCACMB

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 5/18

9:40 am-12:45 pm

2 stops41h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 7/4

1:10 pm-10:18 am

2 stops54h 38m

$1,070

Washington, D.C.Colombo

DCA - CMB

DCACMB

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 8/27

7:31 pm-11:30 pm

2 stops42h 29m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 9/22

12:50 am-9:06 am

2 stops41h 46m

$1,124

Washington, D.C.Colombo

DCA - CMB

DCACMB

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 3/30

1:54 pm-2:05 am

2 stops26h 41m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 4/14

12:30 pm-7:06 pm

2 stops40h 06m

$1,244

Washington, D.C.Colombo

IAD - CMB

IADCMB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 5/19

1:20 pm-5:20 am

1 stop30h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 6/22

6:50 am-11:35 am

1 stop38h 15m

$1,244

Washington, D.C.Colombo

DCA - CMB

DCACMB

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 7/1

5:35 pm-11:30 pm

2 stops44h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 8/31

12:50 am-9:06 am

2 stops41h 46m

$1,245

Washington, D.C.Colombo

DCA - CMB

DCACMB

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 4/10

8:40 pm-12:45 pm

2 stops30h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 4/16

12:10 am-7:53 pm

2 stops29h 13m

$1,297

Washington, D.C.Colombo

IAD - CMB

IADCMB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 5/24

3:10 pm-8:35 pm

1 stop19h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 6/10

9:50 pm-9:45 am

1 stop21h 25m

$1,414

Washington, D.C.Colombo

DCA - CMB

DCACMB

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 5/4

6:00 am-10:45 am

3 stops43h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 5/11

11:45 am-10:59 pm

3 stops44h 44m

$1,443

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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 Washington, D.C. to Colombo in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*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 Washington, D.C.-Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Washington, D.C.-Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C.-Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Washington, D.C.-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 Washington, D.C. to Colombo

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Colombo. Price data was last updated on February 20, 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, you should look to book at least 27 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 Washington, D.C. to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $750). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,032). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Washington, D.C. to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Abu Dhabi (AUH) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 64% of 1-stop itineraries from Washington, D.C. to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Washington, D.C. to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Washington, D.C. to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Istanbul (IST) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $847.

What’s the fastest layover option from Washington, D.C. to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Washington, D.C. to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Dubai (DXB) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 18h 55m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Washington, D.C. to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Washington, D.C. to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Dubai (DXB) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 43m.

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 February 28, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, and Turkish Airlines from Washington, D.C. 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.

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

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

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

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

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

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

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

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

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

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

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Washington, D.C. to Colombo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    There are many flights that can get you from Washington, D.C. to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in 19h 55m. Fly via Etihad Airways, Air Canada, or Turkish Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance from Washington, D.C. to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is about 8928 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Washington, D.C. to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is Etihad Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $787 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Qatar Airways and Turkish Airlines, starting at $867 and $875 round-trip. Users have found that Etihad Airways is 28% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport one-way?

    $416 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Etihad Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and Qatar Airways, with prices starting from $455 and $459, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Washington, D.C. to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

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

    Abu Dhabi travelers tend to visit Emirates Palace, Emirates Park Zoo, and Ferrari World Abu Dhabi more than anywhere else. Emirates Palace, Emirates Park Zoo, and Ferrari World Abu Dhabi can be accessed by traveling approximately 21.1 mi, 7.9 mi, and 4.5 mi, respectively from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl. Those looking to explore during their layover in Abu Dhabi can rent a car from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl for about $25 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Washington, D.C. to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights?

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Colombo that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Colombo?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Colombo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $750). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,032). 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 7 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Colombo

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. 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 February 28, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$787Average$1,128FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$867Average$1,183FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$875Average$1,376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$954Average$985FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$983Average$1,258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$985Average$2,447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
EmiratesCheapest$1,242Average$1,716FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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