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$434+ Cheap flights from Sri Lanka 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 11/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMB — NYC
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Sat 11/29
Sat 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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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 October 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$583
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$434
(Gulf Air)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,055
From Sri Lanka to New York (NYC)
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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 October 30, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 11/2411:40 pmCMB - EWR
1 stop43h 05mAir India
Wed 2/1811:15 amEWR - CMB
1 stop25h 30mAir India
Deal found 10/30$580
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Thu 11/204:00 pmCMB - EWR
1 stop26h 45mAir India
Mon 2/1611:15 amEWR - CMB
1 stop33h 35mAir India
Deal found 10/29$583
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Thu 11/204:00 pmCMB - EWR
1 stop26h 45mAir India
Tue 2/1011:15 amEWR - CMB
1 stop20h 30mAir India
Deal found 10/29$603
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 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 10/28$608
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/311:40 pmCMB - EWR
1 stop43h 05mAir India
Wed 11/198:20 amEWR - CMB
1 stop34h 45mAir India
Deal found 10/28$614
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 10/30$629
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Fri 11/215:05 pmCMB - EWR
1 stop26h 30mAir India
Tue 2/1711:15 amEWR - CMB
1 stop33h 35mAir India
Deal found 10/29$630
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 11/215:05 pmCMB - EWR
1 stop26h 30mAir India
Thu 2/1911:15 amEWR - CMB
1 stop33h 35mAir India
Deal found 10/30$660
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/235:05 pmCMB - EWR
1 stop26h 30mAir India
Thu 2/1911:15 amEWR - CMB
1 stop33h 35mAir India
Deal found 10/29$664
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 10/30$705
This Gulf Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 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
Sun 11/1611:55 amJFK - CMB
2 stops35h 20mGulf Air
Deal found 10/28$813
This Gulf Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Gulf Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/84:55 pmCMB - JFK
2 stops26h 45mGulf Air
Sun 11/1611:55 amJFK - CMB
2 stops35h 20mGulf Air
Deal found 10/28$848

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 October 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sri Lanka to New York that are best for you.

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Sri Lanka

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New York

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Depart

Return

Price

ColomboNewark

CMB - EWR

CMBEWR

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 12/3

7:15 pm-9:05 am

1 stop24h 20m

Newark

Sun 3/15

12:15 pm-5:35 am

1 stop31h 50m

$608

ColomboNewark

CMB - EWR

CMBEWR

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 3/18

11:40 pm-9:15 am

1 stop43h 05m

Newark

Sun 3/22

12:15 pm-5:35 am

1 stop31h 50m

$801

ColomboNewark

CMB - EWR

CMBEWR

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 11/21

5:05 pm-9:05 am

1 stop26h 30m

Newark

Tue 2/10

11:15 am-7:20 am

1 stop33h 35m

$883

ColomboNewark

CMB - EWR

CMBEWR

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 12/17

7:40 am-10:30 pm

1 stop25h 20m

Newark

Tue 1/27

12:25 am-6:10 am

1 stop19h 15m

$1,038

ColomboNewark

CMB - EWR

CMBEWR

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 11/11

3:45 am-9:45 am

2 stops40h 30m

Newark

Tue 11/18

6:05 pm-3:55 pm

2 stops35h 20m

$1,049

ColomboNewark

CMB - EWR

CMBEWR

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 3/18

8:00 am-11:30 pm

1 stop25h 00m

Newark

Sat 3/21

1:25 am-6:10 am

1 stop19h 15m

$1,060

ColomboNew York

CMB - JFK

CMBJFK

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 12/16

4:15 am-3:00 pm

1 stop21h 15m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 1/28

10:20 am-1:55 am

1 stop29h 05m

$1,067

ColomboNew York

CMB - JFK

CMBJFK

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 11/19

10:15 am-10:20 pm

1 stop22h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 11/26

10:20 am-4:30 pm

1 stop19h 40m

$1,077

ColomboNew York

CMB - JFK

CMBJFK

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 12/16

12:45 am-5:45 am

1 stop39h 30m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 1/27

1:45 am-11:30 pm

1 stop35h 15m

$1,084

ColomboNew York

CMB - JFK

CMBJFK

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 11/16

4:15 am-3:00 pm

1 stop21h 15m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 12/3

10:20 am-4:30 pm

1 stop19h 40m

$1,088

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to New York from Sri Lanka with our price prediction graph.
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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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sri Lanka to New York (average of $705). Flying from Sri Lanka 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 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 October 30, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Sri Lanka to New York is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 24% on airfare.

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 30, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, Qatar Airways, and Etihad Airways from Sri Lanka to New York. 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
3,394 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

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
3,394 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,394 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

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
3,659 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,394 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

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
1,282 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,394 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

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
4,031 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,394 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

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
2,940 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,394 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

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

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 New York?

    Departing from Sri Lanka to New York will take you 21h 15m. Airlines will cover a distance of 8727 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    While some choose either Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - Newark or Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - New York LaGuardia, Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - New York John F Kennedy Intl 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sri Lanka to New York (average of $705). Flying from Sri Lanka 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 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 October 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$892Average$1,080FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$936Average$1,110FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$937Average$978FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
EmiratesCheapest$1,080Average$1,187FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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