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$434+ Cheap flights from Bandaranaike Intl (CMB) to New York, NY (NYC)

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 12/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMB — NYC
Nov 19 — Nov 261
Wed 11/19
Wed 11/26
1 adult, Economy
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This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/44:00 pmCMB - EWR
1 stop26h 45mAir India
Sun 3/1512:15 pmEWR - CMB
1 stop25h 30mAir India
Deal found 10/19$613
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/38:20 amCMB - EWR
1 stop35h 15mAir India
Sun 3/1512:15 pmEWR - CMB
1 stop25h 30mAir India
Deal found 10/19$634
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/18. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/114:00 pmCMB - EWR
1 stop26h 45mAir India
Thu 1/2911:15 amEWR - CMB
1 stop33h 35mAir India
Deal found 10/18$652
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/177:15 pmCMB - EWR
1 stop24h 20mAir India
Wed 1/2811:15 amEWR - CMB
1 stop25h 30mAir India
Deal found 10/19$661
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/1911:40 pmCMB - EWR
1 stop43h 05mAir India
Wed 11/2611:15 amEWR - CMB
1 stop25h 30mAir India
Deal found 10/19$692
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/38:20 amCMB - EWR
1 stop35h 15mAir India
Mon 11/1011:15 amEWR - CMB
1 stop33h 35mAir India
Deal found 10/20$706
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/44:00 pmCMB - EWR
1 stop26h 45mAir India
Fri 11/2811:15 amEWR - CMB
1 stop31h 50mAir India
Deal found 10/20$712
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/184:55 pmCMB - JFK
2 stops26h 45mGulf Air
Sun 11/2311:55 amJFK - CMB
2 stops35h 20mGulf Air
Deal found 10/19$727
This Gulf Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 Gulf Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/44:55 pmCMB - JFK
2 stops26h 45mGulf Air
Fri 11/2811:55 amJFK - CMB
2 stops35h 20mGulf Air
Deal found 10/20$753
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/184:00 pmCMB - EWR
1 stop24h 50mAir India
Sun 11/2311:15 amEWR - CMB
1 stop31h 50mAir India
Deal found 10/19$761
This Gulf Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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 Gulf Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/154:55 pmCMB - JFK
2 stops26h 45mGulf Air
Wed 1/711:55 amJFK - CMB
2 stops35h 20mGulf Air
Deal found 10/19$813
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/127:15 pmCMB - EWR
1 stop24h 20mAir India
Wed 11/198:20 amEWR - CMB
1 stop28h 25mAir India
Deal found 10/19$820

Cheap flight deals from Colombo to New York

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Colombo (CMB) to New York (NYC). 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 October 20, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$613
(oojo)

One-way from

$434
(Gulf Air)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,055
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price ($205 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Colombo 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 October 20, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to New York that are best for you.

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ColomboNewark

CMB - EWR

CMBEWR

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 12/17

7:15 pm-9:05 am

1 stop24h 20m

Newark

Wed 1/28

11:15 am-5:35 am

1 stop31h 50m

$634

ColomboNewark

CMB - EWR

CMBEWR

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 3/11

7:15 pm-10:05 am

1 stop24h 20m

Newark

Sun 3/15

12:15 pm-5:35 am

1 stop31h 50m

$747

ColomboNewark

CMB - EWR

CMBEWR

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 11/12

6:40 pm-8:30 pm

2 stops36h 20m

Newark

Tue 11/18

6:05 pm-3:55 pm

2 stops35h 20m

$905

ColomboNew York

CMB - JFK

CMBJFK

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 11/14

2:45 am-2:20 pm

1 stop22h 05m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 1/8

4:55 pm-1:45 am

1 stop22h 20m

$920

ColomboNewark

CMB - EWR

CMBEWR

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 11/13

10:00 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop35h 00m

Newark

Sun 1/25

12:25 am-1:20 pm

1 stop26h 25m

$1,028

ColomboNewark

CMB - EWR

CMBEWR

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 11/12

7:40 am-10:30 pm

1 stop25h 20m

Newark

Sun 1/25

12:25 am-6:10 am

1 stop19h 15m

$1,028

ColomboNewark

CMB - EWR

CMBEWR

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 11/13

10:00 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop35h 00m

Newark

Mon 1/26

12:25 am-6:20 am

1 stop19h 25m

$1,028

ColomboNewark

CMB - EWR

CMBEWR

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 11/12

7:40 am-10:30 pm

1 stop25h 20m

Newark

Mon 1/26

12:25 am-6:20 am

1 stop19h 25m

$1,028

ColomboNewark

CMB - EWR

CMBEWR

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 11/14

7:40 am-10:30 pm

1 stop25h 20m

Newark

Sun 1/25

12:25 am-1:20 pm

1 stop26h 25m

$1,042

ColomboNewark

CMB - EWR

CMBEWR

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 11/14

7:40 am-10:30 pm

1 stop25h 20m

Newark

Mon 1/26

12:25 am-6:20 am

1 stop19h 25m

$1,042

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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 Colombo to New York in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice 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 Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport-New York flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport-New York flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport-New York flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport-New York 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 Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport-New York 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 Colombo to New York

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to New York from Colombo with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to New York (average of $705). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to 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 CMB to NYC?

Find hourly flight availability from Colombo 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 October 20, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to New York in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 24% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to New York?

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

Abu Dhabi (AUH) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 44% of 1-stop itineraries from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to New York on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to New York?

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

Doha (DOH) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $831.

What’s the fastest layover option from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to New York?

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

Flights via Istanbul (IST) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 20h 40m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to New York?

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

Flights via Istanbul (IST) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 15m.

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 October 20, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, Qatar Airways, and Etihad Airways from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to New York by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,380 reviews

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,380 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,380 reviews

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,651 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,380 reviews

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,281 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,380 reviews

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,021 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,380 reviews

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Air India
5.5
Fair
2,937 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,380 reviews

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

Related info for your journey

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

    Air India, Kuwait Airways, and Turkish Airlines can get you from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to New York in just under 22h 05m. Your travel time can differ by up to 12h 55m. Airlines will cover a distance of 8727 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    According to our current data, Etihad Airways ($892), Qatar Airways ($936), and Turkish Airlines ($937) offers the cheapest pricing from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to New York. These flights start at 21% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to New York are Gulf Air ($434), IndiGo ($437), and Air India ($487).

  • What are the most popular routes from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to New York?

    When deciding which route to take from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to New York consider Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - New York John F Kennedy Intl, Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - New York LaGuardia or Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - Newark as they are the most popular.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to New York (average of $705). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to 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 4 airlines flying from Colombo to New York

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Colombo 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 October 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$892Average$1,074FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$936Average$1,109FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$937Average$978FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
EmiratesCheapest$1,080Average$1,187FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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