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$291+ Cheap flights from Zurich (ZRH) 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 7/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ZRH — CMB
Jul 21 — Jul 281
Tue 7/21
Tue 7/28
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Zurich to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl are usually found in September or May, booked 57 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Zurich to Colombo

Cheapest flights from Zurich to Colombo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Zurich to Colombo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 21, 2026.

This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/21. 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.
Sun 8/2311:10 am
ZRH
-
CMB
1 stop17h 55m
Etihad Airways
Thu 9/109:50 pm
CMB
-
ZRH
1 stop24h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/21$732
This Etihad Airways 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/2010:20 pm
ZRH
-
CMB
1 stop18h 45m
Etihad Airways
Sat 9/54:10 am
CMB
-
ZRH
1 stop18h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/17$734
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/19. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/2011:35 am
ZRH
-
CMB
2 stops29h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 6/263:10 am
CMB
-
ZRH
2 stops34h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/19$737
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/20. 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.
Mon 9/218:50 pm
ZRH
-
CMB
1 stop15h 45m
Air India
Mon 10/55:00 am
CMB
-
ZRH
1 stop17h 45m
Air India
Deal found 6/20$739
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/19. 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 6/203:55 pm
ZRH
-
CMB
1 stop31h 35m
Etihad Airways
Sat 6/274:10 am
CMB
-
ZRH
1 stop12h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/19$743
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/21. 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.
Sun 8/2311:10 am
ZRH
-
CMB
1 stop17h 55m
Etihad Airways
Sun 9/69:50 pm
CMB
-
ZRH
1 stop19h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/21$755
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/63:10 pm
ZRH
-
CMB
1 stop12h 35m
Etihad Airways
Wed 11/114:00 am
CMB
-
ZRH
1 stop13h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/18$758
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/20. 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.
Sun 11/293:10 pm
ZRH
-
CMB
1 stop12h 35m
Etihad Airways
Tue 12/224:30 pm
CMB
-
ZRH
1 stop24h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/20$763

Find flight deals from Zurich to Colombo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Zurich (ZRH) 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 June 21, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$732
(Etihad Airways)

One-way from

$291
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$781
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($103 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Zurich 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 June 21, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Zurich to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

ZurichColombo

ZRH - CMB

ZRHCMB

Zurich

Fri 11/13

3:10 pm-8:15 am

1 stop12h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 11/29

9:35 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop19h 45m

$777
Quickest round-trip

ZurichColombo

ZRH - CMB

ZRHCMB

Zurich

Mon 9/14

4:10 pm-9:40 am

1 stop14h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 10/4

8:20 pm-7:15 am

1 stop14h 25m

$835

ZurichColombo

ZRH - CMB

ZRHCMB

Zurich

Tue 8/25

3:30 pm-10:15 am

2 stops15h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 9/23

8:35 pm-1:20 pm

2 stops20h 15m

$841

ZurichColombo

ZRH - CMB

ZRHCMB

Zurich

Mon 9/21

10:00 pm-6:30 pm

2 stops17h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 10/5

8:35 pm-8:05 pm

2 stops27h 00m

$841

ZurichColombo

ZRH - CMB

ZRHCMB

Zurich

Sun 8/23

3:30 pm-6:30 pm

2 stops23h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 9/1

8:35 pm-8:05 pm

2 stops27h 00m

$850

ZurichColombo

ZRH - CMB

ZRHCMB

Zurich

Fri 9/11

3:30 pm-6:30 pm

2 stops23h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 10/2

8:35 pm-1:20 pm

2 stops20h 15m

$872

ZurichColombo

ZRH - CMB

ZRHCMB

Zurich

Mon 9/14

3:30 pm-6:30 pm

2 stops23h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 10/4

11:15 am-1:20 pm

2 stops29h 35m

$872

ZurichColombo

ZRH - CMB

ZRHCMB

Zurich

Fri 11/13

2:35 pm-6:25 pm

2 stops23h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 11/29

8:15 pm-7:50 pm

2 stops28h 05m

$903
Cheapest one-way
Quickest one-way

ZurichColombo

ZRH - CMB

ZRHCMB

Zurich

Wed 7/1

3:55 pm-8:35 am

1 stop13h 10m

$498

ZurichColombo

ZRH - CMB

ZRHCMB

Zurich

Wed 7/1

4:10 pm-11:20 am

2 stops39h 40m

$670

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Compare providers for flights from Zurich 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 Zurich to Colombo in June.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*1 star
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
BudgetAirPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice 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 Zurich-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 Zurich-Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Zurich-Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Zurich-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 Zurich-Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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

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

Booking 56 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Zurich to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zurich to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $715). Flying from Zurich to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,304). 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 Zurich to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

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 21, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Zurich to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, such as Emirates,SWISS, andQatar Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,591 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Karen,May 2026

BKK - DXB

Staff are very attentive. Food is good and enough. Planes are ckean and economy space is good. Would like more recent movies on the list.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,591 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,591 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Karen,May 2026

BKK - DXB

Staff are very attentive. Food is good and enough. Planes are ckean and economy space is good. Would like more recent movies on the list.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,972 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,591 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Karen,May 2026

BKK - DXB

Staff are very attentive. Food is good and enough. Planes are ckean and economy space is good. Would like more recent movies on the list.
Qatar Airways
7.3
Good
3,727 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,591 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Karen,May 2026

BKK - DXB

Staff are very attentive. Food is good and enough. Planes are ckean and economy space is good. Would like more recent movies on the list.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,454 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,591 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Karen,May 2026

BKK - DXB

Staff are very attentive. Food is good and enough. Planes are ckean and economy space is good. Would like more recent movies on the list.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Zurich to Colombo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Zurich to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl?

    Most people fly from Zurich (ZRH) if they book a flight from Zurich to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl. On average, Zurich has 0 outbound flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl per day from 4 airlines. Zurich is conveniently located just 5.9 mi from Zurich’s city center.

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

    A quick flight from Zurich to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport can take about 15h 15m. Emirates provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $841. The distance from Zurich to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is about 4980 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Zurich to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport round-trip?

    Currently priced at $589, Etihad Airways will fly you from Zurich to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport and back. In addition to Etihad Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Qatar Airways and Emirates - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $656 and $779, respectively. Users have found that Etihad Airways is 30% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Zurich to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Zurich to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport consider choosing Edelweiss Air (67%), SWISS (67%) or Lufthansa (67%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zurich to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $715). Flying from Zurich to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,304). 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 4 airlines flying from Zurich to Colombo

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Zurich 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 June 21, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$589Average$839FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$656Average$776FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
EmiratesCheapest$779Average$955FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SWISSCheapest$1,103Average$1,365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%

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