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$499+ Cheap flights from Sri Lanka to New York State

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 5/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMB — JFK
Jan 15 — Jan 221
Thu 1/15
Thu 1/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Sri Lanka to New York

Cheapest flights from Sri Lanka to New York
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sri Lanka to New York. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 16, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/178:20 amCMB - EWR
1 stop35h 15mAir India
Wed 1/2811:15 amEWR - CMB
1 stop25h 30mAir India
Deal found 12/16$642
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/1610:15 pmCMB - JFK
2 stops34h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/131:40 pmJFK - CMB
1 stop23h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/14$926
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
Thu 12/254:55 pmCMB - JFK
2 stops26h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/291:40 pmJFK - CMB
1 stop23h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/13$938
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/164:15 amCMB - JFK
1 stop21h 15mQatar Airways
Wed 1/289:00 pmJFK - CMB
1 stop18h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/16$958
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
Thu 12/252:45 amCMB - JFK
1 stop22h 05mKuwait Airways
Thu 1/294:55 pmJFK - CMB
1 stop22h 20mKuwait Airways
Deal found 12/13$961
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
Tue 12/234:00 amCMB - JFK
1 stop21h 55mEtihad Airways
Thu 1/293:00 pmJFK - CMB
1 stop18h 50mEtihad Airways
Deal found 12/13$972
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 12/248:20 amCMB - JFK
2 stops34h 10mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/291:40 pmJFK - CMB
1 stop23h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/14$1,010
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Wed 12/242:00 pmCMB - LGA
2 stops30h 23mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/2912:40 pmLGA - CMB
2 stops30h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/14$1,180
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Wed 12/172:00 pmCMB - LGA
2 stops32h 53mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/283:20 pmLGA - CMB
2 stops34h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/14$1,200
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
Wed 12/2412:50 pmCMB - LGA
2 stops40h 43mAir Canada
Thu 1/2910:35 amLGA - CMB
2 stops32h 20mAir Canada
Deal found 12/13$1,216
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Tue 12/164:00 amCMB - ROC
2 stops24h 29mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/126:35 amROC - CMB
2 stops28h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/15$1,235
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Tue 12/162:00 pmCMB - LGA
2 stops30h 23mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/135:35 pmLGA - CMB
2 stops25h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/14$1,245

Find flight deals from Sri Lanka to New York

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Sri Lanka to New York flight deals. Data was last updated December 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$717
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$499
(Jetabroad)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$831
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Sri Lanka to New York 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 December 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sri Lanka to New York State that are best for you.

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Sri Lanka

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New York

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Depart

Return

Price

ColomboNew York

CMB - JFK

CMBJFK

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 5/5

6:30 pm-8:05 pm

2 stops35h 05m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 5/14

9:50 pm-4:50 pm

2 stops33h 30m

$902

ColomboNewark

CMB - EWR

CMBEWR

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 1/20

4:00 pm-8:15 am

1 stop26h 45m

Newark

Sat 1/31

11:15 am-4:05 pm

1 stop42h 20m

$938

ColomboNew York

CMB - JFK

CMBJFK

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 1/20

2:00 pm-4:40 pm

2 stops37h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 1/31

3:40 pm-3:55 pm

2 stops37h 45m

$947

ColomboNew York

CMB - JFK

CMBJFK

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 3/26

10:15 am-9:00 am

1 stop32h 15m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 5/7

10:00 pm-5:45 pm

1 stop34h 15m

$955

ColomboNew York

CMB - JFK

CMBJFK

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 3/26

4:30 pm-9:20 am

1 stop26h 20m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 5/7

3:45 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop19h 25m

$968

ColomboNew York

CMB - JFK

CMBJFK

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 3/31

9:45 pm-9:00 am

1 stop20h 45m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 5/12

3:45 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop19h 25m

$968

ColomboNew York

CMB - JFK

CMBJFK

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 1/29

4:30 pm-9:00 am

1 stop27h 00m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 2/5

3:00 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop18h 50m

$975

ColomboNew York

CMB - JFK

CMBJFK

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 3/29

9:50 am-4:05 pm

1 stop39h 45m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 5/11

10:40 pm-8:30 am

1 stop24h 20m

$988

ColomboNew York

CMB - JFK

CMBJFK

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 3/29

9:50 am-4:05 pm

1 stop39h 45m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 5/10

10:40 pm-2:50 am

1 stop18h 40m

$991

ColomboNew York

CMB - JFK

CMBJFK

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 3/27

2:45 am-3:20 pm

1 stop22h 05m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 5/14

5:55 pm-1:45 am

1 stop22h 20m

$1,001

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Best time to book a flight from Sri Lanka to New York

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sri Lanka to New York State

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sri Lanka to State of New York?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sri Lanka to State of New York (average of $703). Flying from Sri Lanka to State of New York in August 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from LK to NY?

Find hourly flight availability from Sri Lanka to New York. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 16, 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 36% on flights from Sri Lanka to State of New York by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

Reviews of airlines servicing New York

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New York. 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 New York. Reviews last updated December 16, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Qatar Airways, and Etihad Airways from Sri Lanka to New York State have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,440 reviews

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,440 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,440 reviews

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,683 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,440 reviews

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,332 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,440 reviews

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,100 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,440 reviews

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Air India
5.5
Fair
2,951 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,440 reviews

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sri Lanka to New York. 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 Sri Lanka to State of New York?

    There are many flights that can get you from Sri Lanka to State of New York in 26h 20m. Fly via Air India, Qatar Airways, or Etihad Airways to get the fastest option. There are 8727 mi between Sri Lanka and State of New York. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sri Lanka to State of New York one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with IndiGo, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $373. Air India flights start at $424 while deals on Turkish Airlines start at $452 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sri Lanka to New York that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Sri Lanka to New York flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Sri Lanka to New York?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Sri Lanka to New York.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Sri Lanka to New York?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sri Lanka to New York 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 Sri Lanka to State of New York?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sri Lanka to State of New York (average of $703). Flying from Sri Lanka to State of New York in August 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 5 airlines flying from Sri Lanka to New York

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Sri Lanka to New York. 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 December 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air IndiaCheapest$633Average$690FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$931Average$1,111FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$948Average$979FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$954Average$1,124FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
EmiratesCheapest$1,080Average$1,187FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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