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$397+ Cheap flights from California to Sri Lanka

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 1/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — CMB
Jan 27 — Feb 31
Tue 1/27
Tue 2/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Sri Lanka

Cheapest flights from California to Sri Lanka
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Sri Lanka. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 28, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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 12/313:10 pmLAX - CMB
1 stop22h 05mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/1610:50 pmCMB - LAX
2 stops46h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/27$1,311
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/28. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/3111:30 amLAX - CMB
1 stop42h 00mChina Eastern
Fri 1/168:20 pmCMB - LAX
1 stop26h 15mChina Eastern
Deal found 12/28$1,325
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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 12/3011:30 amLAX - CMB
1 stop42h 00mChina Eastern
Fri 1/161:05 amCMB - LAX
2 stops45h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 12/27$1,326
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/28. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/2910:35 pmLAX - CMB
1 stop35h 25mCathay Pacific
Sat 1/1012:45 amCMB - LAX
1 stop29h 05mCathay Pacific
Deal found 12/28$1,331
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/28. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/296:00 amLAX - CMB
2 stops28h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/1012:45 amCMB - LAX
1 stop29h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/28$1,597
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/277:00 pmLAX - CMB
2 stops49h 45mSWISS
Sat 2/2111:55 amCMB - LAX
1 stop42h 10mSWISS
Deal found 12/27$1,712
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/278:20 pmLAX - CMB
3 stops45h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 2/215:05 pmCMB - LAX
2 stops39h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/27$1,755
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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 12/317:00 amBUR - CMB
2 stops30h 15mQatar Airways
Thu 1/154:15 amCMB - BUR
2 stops27h 57mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/27$1,862
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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 12/3012:18 pmBUR - CMB
2 stops48h 57mQatar Airways
Sat 1/177:30 pmCMB - BUR
2 stops36h 42mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/27$1,911
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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 12/298:13 amSAN - CMB
2 stops29h 02mQatar Airways
Wed 12/3111:15 amCMB - SAN
2 stops36h 32mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/25$2,020
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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 12/309:30 pmSNA - CMB
2 stops38h 55mQatar Airways
Sat 1/177:30 pmCMB - SNA
2 stops35h 14mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/27$2,021
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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 12/318:22 pmSNA - CMB
2 stops40h 03mQatar Airways
Fri 1/167:30 pmCMB - SNA
2 stops35h 14mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/27$2,142

Find flight deals from California to Sri Lanka

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Sri Lanka flight deals. Data was last updated December 28, 2025.

Round-trip from

$697
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$397
(oojo)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,682
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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Sri Lanka 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 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Sri Lanka that are best for you.

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San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Mon 3/9

1:00 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop41h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 3/22

8:20 pm-10:00 am

1 stop26h 10m

$744

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Tue 1/20

8:25 am-7:00 pm

2 stops45h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 2/3

8:20 pm-3:08 pm

2 stops32h 18m

$833

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Mon 2/9

2:25 pm-6:15 pm

2 stops38h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 2/12

5:05 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop32h 50m

$848

Los AngelesColombo

LAX - CMB

LAXCMB

Los Angeles

Mon 4/6

12:30 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop42h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 4/20

10:10 pm-10:05 am

3 stops48h 25m

$853

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Sat 3/21

1:00 pm-11:40 pm

3 stops46h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 3/29

8:30 pm-9:05 am

1 stop25h 05m

$853

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Thu 3/5

10:00 am-4:05 pm

2 stops40h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 3/23

5:05 pm-1:25 pm

1 stop32h 50m

$855

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Tue 2/10

2:25 pm-7:20 am

2 stops27h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 2/27

4:00 pm-8:50 pm

2 stops42h 20m

$858

Los AngelesColombo

LAX - CMB

LAXCMB

Los Angeles

Tue 3/3

10:35 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop35h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 3/25

12:45 am-10:15 am

1 stop22h 00m

$862

Los AngelesColombo

LAX - CMB

LAXCMB

Los Angeles

Thu 3/5

10:35 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop35h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 3/25

12:45 am-10:15 am

1 stop22h 00m

$862

Los AngelesColombo

LAX - CMB

LAXCMB

Los Angeles

Mon 3/2

10:55 am-11:30 pm

1 stop23h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 3/31

1:10 am-10:45 am

1 stop22h 05m

$862

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Best time to book a flight from California to Sri Lanka

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Sri Lanka from California with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Sri Lanka

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Sri Lanka (average of $659). Flying from California to Sri Lanka in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,173). 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 CA to LK?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Sri Lanka. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 28, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 13% on flights from California to Sri Lanka by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from California to Sri Lanka?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from California to Sri Lanka. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their California to Sri Lanka flight should consider departing on Thursday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Sri Lanka. 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 California to Sri Lanka?

    A quick flight from California to Sri Lanka can take about 35h 25m. China Eastern provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $862. California and Sri Lanka are separated by a distance of 9347 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 to fly from California to Sri Lanka one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Cathay Pacific, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $338. However, be on the lookout for offers from Singapore Airlines and Air India, as they are both options that can get you from California to Sri Lanka for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Sri Lanka 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 California to Sri Lanka?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Sri Lanka (average of $659). Flying from California to Sri Lanka in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,173). 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 10 airlines flying from California to Sri Lanka

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California to Sri Lanka. 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 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$663Average$889FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Cathay PacificCheapest$711Average$1,021FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Air IndiaCheapest$833Average$1,201FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$840Average$1,448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$848Average$1,516FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$858Average$1,253FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,115Average$1,320FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$1,236Average$1,749FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Air CanadaCheapest$1,248Average$1,520FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
EmiratesCheapest$1,314Average$1,776FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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