Sri Lanka

$481+ 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 8/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — CMB
Jul 27 — Aug 31
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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 June 27, 2026.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/312:00 pm
SFO
-
CMB
1 stop42h 30m
China Eastern
Wed 9/98:30 pm
CMB
-
SFO
1 stop25h 05m
China Eastern
Deal found 6/25$784
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/312:00 pm
SFO
-
CMB
1 stop42h 30m
China Eastern
Tue 9/810:10 pm
CMB
-
SFO
2 stops47h 25m
China Eastern
Deal found 6/25$786
This China Eastern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 China Eastern is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/612:00 pm
SFO
-
CMB
1 stop42h 30m
China Eastern
Wed 9/98:30 pm
CMB
-
SFO
1 stop25h 05m
China Eastern
Deal found 6/25$828
This China Eastern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. 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 China Eastern is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/612:00 pm
SFO
-
CMB
2 stops44h 40m
China Eastern
Sun 9/68:30 pm
CMB
-
SFO
1 stop25h 05m
China Eastern
Deal found 6/26$835
This China Eastern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 China Eastern is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/312:00 pm
SFO
-
CMB
3 stops68h 40m
China Eastern
Sun 9/68:30 pm
CMB
-
SFO
1 stop25h 05m
China Eastern
Deal found 6/25$836
This China Eastern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 China Eastern is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/112:00 pm
SFO
-
CMB
1 stop42h 30m
China Eastern
Wed 9/98:30 pm
CMB
-
SFO
1 stop25h 05m
China Eastern
Deal found 6/23$878
This China Eastern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/27. 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 China Eastern is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/112:00 pm
SFO
-
CMB
1 stop42h 30m
China Eastern
Tue 9/810:10 pm
CMB
-
SFO
2 stops47h 25m
China Eastern
Deal found 6/27$885

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 June 27, 2026.

Round-trip from

$784
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$481
(American Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,558
From San Francisco to Sri Lanka
One-way flight from San Francisco to Sri Lanka
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 21% potential increase in price ($314 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($39 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2026

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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 June 27, 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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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Thu 8/6

12:00 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop42h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 9/11

8:30 pm-9:05 am

1 stop25h 05m

$893

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Thu 8/6

12:00 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop42h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 9/6

8:30 pm-9:05 am

1 stop25h 05m

$943

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Thu 8/6

9:30 am-7:00 pm

2 stops45h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 9/5

10:10 pm-9:05 am

3 stops47h 25m

$979

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Fri 8/21

9:30 am-7:00 pm

2 stops45h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 9/5

10:10 pm-9:05 am

3 stops47h 25m

$979
Quickest round-trip

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Mon 9/21

3:55 pm-2:05 am

1 stop21h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 9/28

3:35 am-1:35 pm

1 stop22h 30m

$1,023

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Wed 8/5

9:30 am-7:00 pm

2 stops45h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 9/9

8:30 pm-9:29 pm

2 stops37h 29m

$1,071

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Sat 8/1

12:00 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop42h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 9/9

8:30 pm-9:05 am

1 stop25h 05m

$1,163

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Thu 7/9

12:00 pm-9:10 pm

3 stops44h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 7/27

8:30 pm-6:52 pm

2 stops34h 52m

$1,270

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Thu 8/6

11:59 pm-2:55 pm

2 stops50h 26m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 9/7

10:00 am-12:36 am

2 stops51h 06m

$1,275

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Mon 9/21

12:00 pm-9:10 pm

3 stops68h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 9/26

10:10 pm-9:05 am

2 stops47h 25m

$1,328

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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.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Sri Lanka (average of $158). Flying from San Francisco to Sri Lanka in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,050). 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.

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Sri Lanka?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to Sri Lanka, you should look to book at least 14 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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 June 27, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Cathay Pacific, andTurkish Airlines 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.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matt,Jun 2026

SIN - CMB

Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matt,Jun 2026

SIN - CMB

Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matt,Jun 2026

SIN - CMB

Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matt,Jun 2026

SIN - CMB

Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matt,Jun 2026

SIN - CMB

Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matt,Jun 2026

SIN - CMB

Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello

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 11.0 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 can get you from San Francisco to Sri Lanka in just under 42h 30m. Your travel time can differ by up to . The distance from San Francisco to Sri Lanka is about 9018 mi.

  • 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 ($346), Air India ($412), 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Sri Lanka (average of $158). Flying from San Francisco to Sri Lanka in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,050). 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 7 airlines flying from San Francisco to Sri Lanka

Discover the top 7 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 June 27, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$652Average$867FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$788Average$1,261FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Air IndiaCheapest$803Average$1,089FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$857Average$1,003FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Cathay PacificCheapest$872Average$1,157FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,347Average$1,484FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
EmiratesCheapest$1,810Average$3,422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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