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$515+ 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 9/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — CMB
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap 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 May 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$920
(CrystalTravel)

One-way from

$515
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,306
From California to Sri Lanka
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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 May 1, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Tue 11/182:45 pmSFO - CMB
1 stop21h 40mQatar Airways
Sun 12/73:25 amCMB - SFO
1 stop22h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/30$911
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/68:55 amSFO - CMB
2 stops45h 35mChina Eastern
Sat 5/248:30 pmCMB - SFO
2 stops33h 48mChina Eastern
Deal found 4/30$941
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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.
Mon 7/2811:30 amSFO - CMB
1 stop23h 35mSingapore Airlines
Tue 9/3012:50 amCMB - SFO
1 stop21h 20mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 5/1$954
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/18:30 pmSFO - CMB
2 stops30h 00mAir India
Thu 5/88:20 amCMB - SFO
1 stop22h 30mAir India
Deal found 4/30$966
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 9/1711:40 pmLAX - CMB
1 stop35h 25mSingapore Airlines
Tue 10/1412:50 amCMB - LAX
2 stops24h 30mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 4/30$1,015
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Thu 5/112:30 pmLAX - CMB
1 stop42h 00mChina Eastern
Fri 5/168:30 pmCMB - LAX
1 stop26h 05mChina Eastern
Deal found 4/30$1,016
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 9/111:55 pmLAX - CMB
2 stops28h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/307:40 amCMB - LAX
2 stops25h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$1,019
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Sun 5/181:40 pmLAX - CMB
1 stop27h 05mTurkish Airlines
Mon 6/26:45 amCMB - LAX
1 stop23h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/30$1,024
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 10/110:00 amLAX - CMB
2 stops27h 35mQatar Airways
Tue 12/167:15 pmCMB - LAX
1 stop31h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/1$1,040
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/271:05 amSFO - CMB
1 stop33h 55mCathay Pacific
Mon 9/2912:50 amCMB - SFO
1 stop22h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 5/1$1,057
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 5/512:36 pmSNA - CMB
2 stops24h 59mQatar Airways
Sun 5/1810:30 amCMB - SNA
2 stops45h 16mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/1$1,082
This StudentUniverse deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 StudentUniverse is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/1812:25 pmLAX - CMB
1 stop22h 55mCathay Pacific
Sun 6/112:50 amCMB - LAX
1 stop28h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/30$1,093

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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 May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Sri Lanka that are best for you.

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California

Fly to

Sri Lanka

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Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Tue 9/2

3:55 pm-2:05 am

1 stop21h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 9/19

8:20 pm-1:35 pm

1 stop29h 45m

$920

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Mon 7/28

11:30 am-11:35 pm

1 stop23h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 9/30

12:50 am-9:40 am

1 stop21h 20m

$954

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Sat 7/26

12:00 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop42h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 10/3

8:30 pm-9:05 am

1 stop25h 05m

$960

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Tue 7/29

10:00 am-4:05 pm

1 stop41h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 10/1

8:20 am-7:00 am

1 stop35h 10m

$972

Los AngelesColombo

LAX - CMB

LAXCMB

Los Angeles

Wed 9/17

11:40 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop35h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 10/14

12:50 am-12:50 pm

2 stops24h 30m

$1,015

Los AngelesColombo

LAX - CMB

LAXCMB

Los Angeles

Mon 9/1

11:55 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops28h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 9/30

7:40 am-8:45 pm

2 stops25h 35m

$1,019

Los AngelesColombo

LAX - CMB

LAXCMB

Los Angeles

Sun 5/18

1:40 pm-5:15 am

1 stop27h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 6/2

6:45 am-6:00 pm

1 stop23h 45m

$1,024

Los AngelesColombo

LAX - CMB

LAXCMB

Los Angeles

Tue 5/27

12:30 pm-9:10 pm

3 stops68h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 6/14

8:30 pm-10:05 am

1 stop26h 05m

$1,032

Los AngelesColombo

LAX - CMB

LAXCMB

Los Angeles

Wed 10/1

10:00 am-2:05 am

2 stops27h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 12/16

7:15 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop31h 05m

$1,040

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Sun 7/27

1:05 am-11:30 pm

1 stop33h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 9/29

12:50 am-11:15 am

1 stop22h 55m

$1,057

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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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Sri Lanka (average of $1,049). Flying from California to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,850). 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 May 1, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Sri Lanka as you normally would.

Rainfall in Sri Lanka by month

Plan your trip to Sri Lanka by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Sri Lanka ranges from 2.4 - 13.8 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 13.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Sri Lanka when rainfall is around 2.4 in.

Temperature in Sri Lanka by month

Plan your trip to Sri Lanka by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Sri Lanka, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, March is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 80.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Sri Lanka

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sri Lanka. 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 Sri Lanka. Reviews last updated May 1, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Singapore Airlines, Emirates and Cathay Pacific from California to Sri Lanka. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,292 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,292 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,292 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,217 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,292 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
855 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,292 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,564 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,292 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,204 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,292 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Related info for your journey

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is China Eastern, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $515. However, be on the lookout for offers from American 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.

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    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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Sri Lanka (average of $1,049). Flying from California to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,850). 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$687Average$877FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$740Average$1,090FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Cathay PacificCheapest$809Average$1,119FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$874Average$1,454FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$993Average$1,529FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Air IndiaCheapest$998Average$1,309FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,136Average$1,279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$1,224Average$1,626FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
EmiratesCheapest$1,274Average$1,642FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,377Average$1,868FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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