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— JAF
May 9 — May 161
Sat 5/9
Sat 5/16
1 adult, Economy
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Flights to Jaffna in 2026

Cheapest flights to Jaffna
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Jaffna. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on April 9, 2026.

This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/7. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/93:45 pm
JFK
-
CMB
1 stop37h 40m
Etihad Airways
Thu 9/2410:00 am
CMB
-
JFK
1 stop39h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/7$828
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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 4/232:45 pm
JFK
-
CMB
1 stop20h 25m
Etihad Airways
Mon 5/44:10 am
CMB
-
JFK
1 stop21h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/6$830
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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.
Mon 4/132:45 pm
JFK
-
CMB
1 stop26h 45m
Etihad Airways
Mon 4/279:50 pm
CMB
-
JFK
1 stop21h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/4$831
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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.
Mon 4/202:45 pm
JFK
-
CMB
1 stop20h 25m
Etihad Airways
Sun 5/34:10 am
CMB
-
JFK
1 stop21h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/6$832
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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 4/162:45 pm
JFK
-
CMB
1 stop26h 45m
Etihad Airways
Fri 5/14:10 am
CMB
-
JFK
1 stop21h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/4$833
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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.
Mon 4/132:45 pm
JFK
-
CMB
1 stop26h 45m
Etihad Airways
Thu 4/309:50 pm
CMB
-
JFK
1 stop27h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/4$834
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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 5/610:20 pm
JFK
-
CMB
1 stop31h 05m
Etihad Airways
Sat 6/209:50 pm
CMB
-
JFK
1 stop27h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/6$836
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/5. 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 4/92:45 pm
JFK
-
CMB
1 stop20h 25m
Etihad Airways
Sun 4/264:15 am
CMB
-
JFK
1 stop38h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/5$838
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/5. 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 8/3112:25 am
EWR
-
CMB
1 stop19h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 11/310:00 pm
CMB
-
EWR
1 stop36h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/5$839
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/5. 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.
Tue 9/17:50 pm
JFK
-
CMB
1 stop24h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 11/37:40 am
CMB
-
JFK
1 stop26h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/5$839
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/5. 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.
Tue 11/2412:25 am
EWR
-
CMB
1 stop19h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 1/277:40 am
CMB
-
EWR
1 stop25h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/5$840
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/7. 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 Indian Eagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/1410:00 pm
JFK
-
CMB
1 stop25h 30m
Qatar Airways
Wed 4/228:20 pm
CMB
-
JFK
1 stop29h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/7$841

Find flight deals to Jaffna

Find the latest flights to Jaffna in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches and data was last updated on April 9, 2026.

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Locate flights to Jaffna that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches and data was last updated on April 9, 2026.
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New YorkColombo

JFK - CMB

JFKCMB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 5/3

3:00 pm-9:40 am

2 stops33h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 5/7

5:20 pm-10:00 am

2 stops26h 10m

$950

New YorkColombo

JFK - CMB

JFKCMB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 9/13

3:00 pm-9:40 am

2 stops33h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 9/26

5:20 pm-10:00 am

2 stops26h 10m

$1,000

New YorkColombo

JFK - CMB

JFKCMB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 5/3

10:05 pm-9:50 am

1 stop26h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 5/7

4:05 am-10:30 pm

1 stop27h 55m

$1,039

New YorkColombo

LGA - CMB

LGACMB

New York LaGuardia

Tue 9/8

5:30 pm-2:05 am

2 stops23h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 9/22

3:35 am-8:49 pm

2 stops26h 44m

$1,123

New YorkColombo

LGA - CMB

LGACMB

New York LaGuardia

Thu 9/10

5:45 pm-9:40 am

2 stops30h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 9/22

3:35 am-8:49 pm

2 stops26h 44m

$1,123

NewarkColombo

EWR - CMB

EWRCMB

Newark

Tue 5/12

2:00 pm-9:50 am

2 stops34h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 5/27

4:05 am-11:30 pm

2 stops28h 55m

$1,196

NewarkColombo

EWR - CMB

EWRCMB

Newark

Sun 5/3

11:55 pm-6:30 pm

3 stops33h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 5/7

11:15 am-9:20 pm

3 stops43h 35m

$1,204

New YorkColombo

JFK - CMB

JFKCMB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 5/3

10:20 pm-10:15 am

3 stops26h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 5/7

10:05 pm-6:55 pm

2 stops30h 20m

$1,204

New YorkColombo

LGA - CMB

LGACMB

New York LaGuardia

Sat 5/2

4:12 pm-2:35 am

2 stops24h 53m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 5/9

4:05 am-9:59 pm

2 stops27h 24m

$1,225

NewarkColombo

EWR - CMB

EWRCMB

Newark

Wed 9/30

11:55 pm-6:30 pm

3 stops33h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 10/4

8:35 pm-9:20 pm

3 stops34h 15m

$1,254

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Best time to book a flight to Jaffna

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When is the best time to book a flight to Jaffna?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New York to Jaffna. Price data was last updated on April 3, 2026.

The best time to book flights to Jaffna is 48 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.

How long is the flight to Jaffna?

On average, a flight from New York to Jaffna takes 21 hours 3 minutes. Flights to Jaffna from other popular cities in USA will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Jaffna?

The most popular airlines flying from New York to Jaffna are Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways and Cathay Pacific.

Etihad Airways
Etihad Airways
From $803
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From $635
Cathay Pacific
Cathay Pacific
From $607
Singapore Airlines
Singapore Airlines
From $645

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Jaffna?

The cheapest airlines flying from New York to Jaffna are IndiGo, Cathay Pacific and Kuwait Airways.

Rainfall in Jaffna by month

Plan your trip to Jaffna by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Jaffna 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 Jaffna when rainfall is around 2.4 in.

Temperature in Jaffna by month

Plan your trip to Jaffna by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Jaffna, 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 Jaffna

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Jaffna. 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 Jaffna. Reviews last updated April 9, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates,Cathay Pacific, andQatar Airways to Sri Lanka to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,559 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,559 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,559 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,262 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,559 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,727 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,559 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,428 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,559 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
JetBlue
7.2
Good
2,925 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,559 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

FAQs about flying to Jaffna

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Jaffna if I am willing to have layovers?

    Yes, flights with layovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Jaffna on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Jaffna depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Jaffna, Boston Logan Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (18 hours 40 minutes).

  • Are there hotels close to Jaffna Kankesanturai?

    Yes. Jaffna Kankesanturai has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Sabari Hotel Jaffna is the closest property to Jaffna Kankesanturai (1.0 mi away from Jaffna Kankesanturai).

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