Washington, D.C.

$554+ Cheap flights from Bandaranaike Intl (CMB) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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CMB — WAS
Aug 4 — Aug 111
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Cheap flight deals from Colombo to Washington, D.C.

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Colombo (CMB) to Washington, D.C. (WAS). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated July 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$928
(Orbitz)

One-way from

$583
(Booking.com)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,594
From Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
One-way flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($96 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($52 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

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Cheapest flights from Colombo to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Colombo to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 30, 2025.

This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/210:05 pmCMB - IAD
2 stops32h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/56:00 pmIAD - CMB
3 stops37h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$928
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Sat 9/65:05 pmCMB - IAD
1 stop24h 05mAir India
Sun 9/711:00 amIAD - CMB
1 stop34h 50mAir India
Deal found 7/28$960
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/164:00 pmCMB - DCA
2 stops36h 52mAir India
Tue 9/306:19 amDCA - CMB
2 stops26h 26mAir India
Deal found 7/29$1,088
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/169:50 pmCMB - IAD
1 stop27h 50mEtihad Airways
Tue 9/3010:05 pmIAD - CMB
1 stop19h 15mEtihad Airways
Deal found 7/29$1,177
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/211:45 amCMB - DCA
2 stops44h 41mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/54:10 pmDCA - CMB
2 stops30h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$1,200
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Tue 9/163:25 amCMB - IAD
2 stops27h 10mAir Canada
Wed 10/19:35 amIAD - CMB
2 stops41h 40mAir Canada
Deal found 7/29$1,207
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/163:25 amCMB - DCA
2 stops27h 56mAir Canada
Fri 10/39:40 amDCA - CMB
2 stops41h 35mAir Canada
Deal found 7/29$1,207
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Mon 9/293:35 amCMB - IAD
1 stop21h 35mQatar Airways
Wed 12/318:05 pmIAD - CMB
1 stop20h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/28$1,250
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Tue 9/168:20 pmCMB - BWI
2 stops37h 09mQatar Airways
Tue 9/306:19 amBWI - CMB
2 stops34h 16mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/29$1,425
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Tue 9/168:20 pmCMB - DCA
2 stops34h 29mQatar Airways
Tue 9/306:59 pmDCA - CMB
2 stops22h 36mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/29$1,553
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Mon 9/158:35 pmCMB - DCA
3 stops35h 38mEmirates
Tue 9/305:00 pmDCA - CMB
3 stops40h 00mEmirates
Deal found 7/29$1,594
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Mon 9/158:35 pmCMB - BWI
3 stops34h 37mEmirates
Tue 9/305:20 pmBWI - CMB
3 stops39h 40mEmirates
Deal found 7/29$1,594

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ColomboWashington, D.C.

CMB - IAD

CMBIAD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 12/2

10:05 pm-8:05 pm

2 stops32h 30m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 1/5

6:00 pm-6:25 pm

3 stops37h 55m

$928

ColomboWashington, D.C.

CMB - IAD

CMBIAD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 9/6

5:05 pm-7:40 am

1 stop24h 05m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 9/7

11:00 am-7:20 am

1 stop34h 50m

$960

ColomboWashington, D.C.

CMB - DCA

CMBDCA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 9/16

4:00 pm-7:22 pm

2 stops36h 52m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 9/30

6:19 am-6:15 pm

2 stops26h 26m

$1,088

ColomboWashington, D.C.

CMB - IAD

CMBIAD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 9/16

9:50 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop27h 50m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 9/30

10:05 pm-2:50 am

1 stop19h 15m

$1,177

ColomboWashington, D.C.

CMB - DCA

CMBDCA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 12/2

11:45 am-9:56 pm

2 stops44h 41m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 1/5

4:10 pm-8:45 am

2 stops30h 05m

$1,200

ColomboWashington, D.C.

CMB - IAD

CMBIAD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 9/16

3:25 am-9:05 pm

2 stops27h 10m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 9/28

9:35 am-12:45 pm

2 stops41h 40m

$1,207

ColomboWashington, D.C.

CMB - DCA

CMBDCA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 9/16

3:25 am-9:51 pm

2 stops27h 56m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 10/3

9:40 am-12:45 pm

2 stops41h 35m

$1,207

ColomboWashington, D.C.

CMB - IAD

CMBIAD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 9/29

3:35 am-3:40 pm

1 stop21h 35m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/31

8:05 pm-2:45 am

1 stop20h 10m

$1,250

ColomboBaltimore

CMB - BWI

CMBBWI

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 9/16

8:20 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops37h 09m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 9/30

6:19 am-2:05 am

2 stops34h 16m

$1,425

ColomboWashington, D.C.

CMB - DCA

CMBDCA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 9/16

8:20 pm-9:19 pm

2 stops34h 29m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 9/30

6:59 pm-3:05 am

2 stops22h 36m

$1,553

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Washington, D.C.?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. (average of $241). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. in March is currently the most expensive (average of $290). 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 much does it cost to fly round-trip from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Washington, D.C.?

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Washington, D.C.. 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 Washington, D.C.. Reviews last updated July 30, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Korean Air, Emirates, and Singapore Airlines from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Myung Suk,May 2025

ICN - LAX

The flight was less crowded and the economic class seat was at least 5 inches longer than other airlines.

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Myung Suk,May 2025

ICN - LAX

The flight was less crowded and the economic class seat was at least 5 inches longer than other airlines.

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Myung Suk,May 2025

ICN - LAX

The flight was less crowded and the economic class seat was at least 5 inches longer than other airlines.

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Myung Suk,May 2025

ICN - LAX

The flight was less crowded and the economic class seat was at least 5 inches longer than other airlines.

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Myung Suk,May 2025

ICN - LAX

The flight was less crowded and the economic class seat was at least 5 inches longer than other airlines.

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Myung Suk,May 2025

ICN - LAX

The flight was less crowded and the economic class seat was at least 5 inches longer than other airlines.

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. round-trip?

    Currently priced at $972, Air India will fly you from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. and back. In addition to Air India, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Etihad Airways and Air Canada - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,177 and $1,207, respectively. You may be able to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. for 31% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is IndiGo, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $583. However, be on the lookout for offers from Air India and Etihad Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Washington, D.C.?

  • Can I find deals for flights from Colombo to Washington, D.C. that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Colombo to Washington, D.C. flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Colombo to Washington, D.C. 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 Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. (average of $241). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. in March is currently the most expensive (average of $290). 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 3 airlines flying from Colombo to Washington, D.C.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$929Average$1,248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$942Average$1,250FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,267Average$1,357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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