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$414+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) 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 3/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — CMB
Feb 27 — Mar 61
Fri 2/27
Fri 3/6
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Sri Lanka

Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Sri Lanka
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Sri Lanka. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 28, 2026.

This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/91:00 pm
SFO
-
CMB
1 stop41h 30m
China Eastern
Tue 3/171:05 am
CMB
-
SFO
2 stops45h 25m
China Eastern
Deal found 1/27$842
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Thu 2/2612:00 pm
SFO
-
CMB
1 stop41h 30m
China Eastern
Sun 3/88:20 pm
CMB
-
SFO
1 stop26h 10m
China Eastern
Deal found 1/27$845
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 4/2210:00 am
SFO
-
CMB
2 stops32h 30m
Air India
Wed 4/297:15 pm
CMB
-
SFO
1 stop32h 50m
Air India
Deal found 1/26$846
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/712:00 pm
SFO
-
CMB
3 stops46h 10m
China Eastern
Sat 3/141:05 am
CMB
-
SFO
3 stops45h 25m
China Eastern
Deal found 1/27$856
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 2/253:00 pm
SFO
-
CMB
1 stop29h 15m
Qatar Airways
Tue 3/1010:15 am
CMB
-
SFO
1 stop39h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 1/27$860
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Wed 3/254:00 pm
SFO
-
CMB
1 stop21h 25m
Qatar Airways
Tue 4/217:15 pm
CMB
-
SFO
1 stop30h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 1/27$861
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/2612:00 pm
SFO
-
CMB
2 stops46h 10m
China Eastern
Tue 3/101:05 am
CMB
-
SFO
3 stops45h 25m
China Eastern
Deal found 1/27$862
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 2/243:00 pm
SFO
-
CMB
1 stop22h 15m
Qatar Airways
Tue 3/1011:15 am
CMB
-
SFO
1 stop38h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 1/27$864
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 3/231:00 pm
SFO
-
CMB
3 stops46h 10m
China Eastern
Wed 4/228:30 pm
CMB
-
SFO
1 stop25h 05m
China Eastern
Deal found 1/26$870
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 3/93:25 pm
SFO
-
CMB
2 stops38h 20m
Air India
Mon 3/165:05 pm
CMB
-
SFO
1 stop32h 50m
Air India
Deal found 1/26$872
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/3012:00 pm
SFO
-
CMB
2 stops44h 40m
China Eastern
Mon 4/138:30 pm
CMB
-
SFO
2 stops31h 21m
China Eastern
Deal found 1/27$875

Find flight deals from San Francisco to Sri Lanka

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco to Sri Lanka flight deals. Data was last updated January 28, 2026.

Round-trip from

$842
(Gurufare)

One-way from

$414
(Justfly.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,095
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 January 28, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco 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

Tue 3/17

1:05 am-10:00 am

2 stops45h 25m

$842

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Tue 2/24

3:00 pm-7:20 am

2 stops26h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 3/25

7:15 pm-8:00 am

1 stop25h 15m

$914

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Sun 2/22

3:00 pm-2:45 am

1 stop22h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 3/10

6:50 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop31h 20m

$936

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Mon 2/23

3:00 pm-2:45 am

1 stop22h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 3/10

6:50 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop31h 20m

$936

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Tue 2/24

3:00 pm-1:55 am

1 stop21h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 3/11

3:25 am-1:40 pm

1 stop22h 45m

$936

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Mon 4/13

3:55 pm-3:05 am

1 stop22h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 4/27

6:45 pm-1:35 pm

1 stop31h 20m

$936

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Sun 2/22

3:00 pm-1:55 am

1 stop21h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 3/11

3:25 am-1:40 pm

1 stop22h 45m

$936

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Mon 2/23

3:00 pm-1:55 am

1 stop21h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 3/11

3:25 am-1:40 pm

1 stop22h 45m

$936

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Mon 3/9

3:25 pm-6:15 pm

2 stops38h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 3/16

5:05 pm-8:00 am

1 stop27h 25m

$952

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Sat 3/21

11:00 am-7:20 am

2 stops31h 50m

$414

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Sri Lanka

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

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Sri Lanka (average of $662). Flying from San Francisco to Sri Lanka in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,188). 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.

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 January 28, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, and Qatar Airways from San Francisco to Sri Lanka have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very good
1,439 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very good
1,439 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very good
1,439 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,148 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very good
1,439 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,729 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very good
1,439 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
191 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very good
1,439 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Air India
5.5
Fair
2,978 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very good
1,439 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Sri Lanka. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Francisco to Sri Lanka?

    San Francisco (SFO) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from San Francisco to Sri Lanka. It is only a 11.8 mi journey to San Francisco (SFO) from San Francisco’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco to Sri Lanka?

    China Eastern and Air India can get you from San Francisco to Sri Lanka in just under 26h 50m. Your travel time can differ by up to 14h 40m. The distance from San Francisco to Sri Lanka is about 9018 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 San Francisco to Sri Lanka one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Francisco to Sri Lanka are Cathay Pacific ($338), Air India ($403), and Singapore Airlines ($431).

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Sri Lanka?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Sri Lanka (average of $662). Flying from San Francisco to Sri Lanka in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,188). 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 9 airlines flying from San Francisco to Sri Lanka

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 January 28, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$663Average$863FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Air IndiaCheapest$811Average$1,192FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$848Average$1,026FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Cathay PacificCheapest$860Average$1,044FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$880Average$1,357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,049Average$1,424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,115Average$1,306FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air CanadaCheapest$1,248Average$1,517FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
EmiratesCheapest$1,681Average$2,384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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