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$494+ Cheap flights from Sri Lanka to New York, NY (NYC)

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CMB — NYC
May 4 — May 111
Sun 5/4
Sun 5/11
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Cheap 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 April 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$873
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$494
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,187
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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 April 29, 2025.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Mon 6/26:25 pmCMB - JFK
2 stops27h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/108:30 pmJFK - CMB
2 stops22h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$873
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 6/46:45 amCMB - JFK
1 stop25h 25mTurkish Airlines
Wed 10/112:50 pmJFK - CMB
1 stop38h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/29$952
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 6/26:45 amCMB - EWR
1 stop25h 20mTurkish Airlines
Sun 6/1512:30 amEWR - CMB
1 stop19h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/29$967
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Mon 6/29:50 amCMB - JFK
1 stop32h 40mEtihad Airways
Wed 9/1010:40 pmJFK - CMB
1 stop31h 15mEtihad Airways
Deal found 4/29$972
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/512:50 amCMB - JFK
1 stop38h 40mCathay Pacific
Wed 9/1010:00 amJFK - CMB
1 stop28h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/29$999
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Mon 6/26:25 pmCMB - EWR
2 stops28h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/109:50 pmEWR - CMB
2 stops21h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,024
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Wed 6/412:50 pmCMB - JFK
2 stops38h 35mIndiGo
Tue 9/912:35 amJFK - CMB
2 stops25h 45mIndiGo
Deal found 4/29$1,027
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Sun 9/213:35 amCMB - JFK
1 stop21h 05mQatar Airways
Sun 10/511:20 amJFK - CMB
1 stop20h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/29$1,030
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/32:55 amCMB - JFK
1 stop21h 00mEmirates
Wed 10/111:00 pmJFK - CMB
2 stops25h 00mEmirates
Deal found 4/29$1,102
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 9/221:05 pmCMB - LGA
2 stops35h 12mAir Canada
Sun 10/56:50 pmLGA - CMB
2 stops32h 25mAir Canada
Deal found 4/29$1,156
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/51:05 pmCMB - JFK
2 stops35h 40mAir Canada
Tue 9/99:00 amJFK - CMB
2 stops34h 35mAir Canada
Deal found 4/28$1,190
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/33:25 amCMB - EWR
2 stops37h 38mAir Canada
Wed 9/106:00 pmEWR - CMB
2 stops33h 15mAir Canada
Deal found 4/29$1,192

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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 April 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sri Lanka to New York that are best for you.

Fly from

Sri Lanka

Fly to

New York

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColomboNew York

CMB - JFK

CMBJFK

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 6/2

6:25 pm-12:50 pm

2 stops27h 55m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 9/10

8:30 pm-4:55 am

2 stops22h 55m

$873

ColomboNew York

CMB - JFK

CMBJFK

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 6/4

6:45 am-10:40 pm

1 stop25h 25m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 10/1

12:50 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop38h 25m

$952

ColomboNewark

CMB - EWR

CMBEWR

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 6/2

6:45 am-10:35 pm

1 stop25h 20m

Newark

Sun 6/15

12:30 am-5:15 am

1 stop19h 15m

$967

ColomboNew York

CMB - JFK

CMBJFK

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 6/2

9:50 am-9:00 am

1 stop32h 40m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 9/10

10:40 pm-3:25 pm

1 stop31h 15m

$972

ColomboNew York

CMB - JFK

CMBJFK

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 6/5

12:50 am-6:00 am

1 stop38h 40m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 9/10

10:00 am-11:30 pm

1 stop28h 00m

$999

ColomboNewark

CMB - EWR

CMBEWR

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 6/2

6:25 pm-1:25 pm

2 stops28h 30m

Newark

Wed 9/10

9:50 pm-4:55 am

2 stops21h 35m

$1,024

ColomboNew York

CMB - JFK

CMBJFK

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 6/4

12:50 pm-5:55 pm

2 stops38h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 9/9

12:35 am-11:50 am

2 stops25h 45m

$1,027

ColomboNew York

CMB - JFK

CMBJFK

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 9/21

3:35 am-3:10 pm

1 stop21h 05m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 10/5

11:20 am-4:50 pm

1 stop20h 00m

$1,030

ColomboNew York

CMB - JFK

CMBJFK

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 6/3

2:55 am-2:25 pm

1 stop21h 00m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 10/1

11:00 pm-9:30 am

2 stops25h 00m

$1,102

ColomboNew York

CMB - LGA

CMBLGA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 9/22

1:05 pm-2:47 pm

2 stops35h 12m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 10/5

6:50 pm-12:45 pm

2 stops32h 25m

$1,156

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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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sri Lanka to New York (average of $236). Flying from Sri Lanka to New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of $345). 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 NYC?

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 April 29, 2025.

When flying from Sri Lanka to New York, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in New York by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New York ranges from 2.8 - 4.5 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.5 in. February is typically the driest time to visit New York when rainfall is around 2.8 in.

Temperature in New York by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New York, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 33.8 F).

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 April 29, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Singapore Airlines, Emirates and SWISS from Sri Lanka to New York. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,292 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,292 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,292 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,215 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,292 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,588 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,292 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
852 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,292 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,563 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,292 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

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.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Turkish Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $617. However, be on the lookout for offers from IndiGo and Etihad Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Sri Lanka to New York for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Sri Lanka to New York?

    While some choose either Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - New York John F Kennedy Intl or Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - New York LaGuardia, Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - Newark is the most popular route from Sri Lanka to New York.

  • 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 New York?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sri Lanka to New York (average of $236). Flying from Sri Lanka to New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of $345). 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 Sri Lanka to New York

Discover the top 4 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 April 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$724Average$1,026FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$883Average$1,074FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$902Average$1,043FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
EmiratesCheapest$1,080Average$1,214FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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