Cheap flights from Chicago to Colombo from $587

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Flight information for Chicago to Colombo

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Best Price Found

$587

Fastest flight time

20h 40m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Colombo

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Colombo from Chicago in the past 72 hours is $587. The best round-trip flight deal from Chicago to Colombo found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,192.
The fastest flight from Chicago to Colombo takes 20h 40m
There are no direct flights from Chicago to Colombo. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Chicago Midway Airport - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.
There is 1 airport near Colombo: Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB)

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Chicago to Colombo

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Colombo?

April. The cheapest time of year to fly to Colombo from Chicago is April. Most expensive is December

What is the cheapest airline that flies to Colombo from Chicago?

Turkish Airlines. American Airlines, Emirates, and Etihad Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Chicago to Colombo

What is the cheapest Chicago to Colombo flight route?

Chicago O'Hare Intl - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl. Fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl for the best Chicago - Colombo flight prices

How far in advance should you book Chicago to Colombo flights?

18 days before. The cheapest time to buy a flight from Chicago to Colombo is approximately 18 days to departure

Can stopping save me money on Chicago to Colombo flights?

You could potentially save up to 8% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chicago to Colombo flight.

When you’re planning your trip from Chicago to Colombo, the most popular airport-to-airport route is Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. When booking your trip to Colombo, it is helpful to have an alternative airport to fly out of. The nearest airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is Chicago Midway Airport which is located in Chicago. The least expensive flight option from Chicago to Colombo will typically be ORD — CMB during the month of September with an average price of $1,073 RT.

Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (CMB)$1,073
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Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (CMB)$2,726
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Easily compare round-trip flights from Chicago to Colombo

Below you can see the best fares for your round-trip flight route over the next six months. All fares were found on momondo this week. Browse the quickest and cheapest flights from Chicago to Colombo by changing tabs
Qatar Airways
Oct 30
ORD3:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
20h 40m
1 stop
CMB9:55 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl
Nov 12
CMB11:25 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl
22h 15m
1 stop
ORD9:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Emirates
Feb 5
ORD2:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
38h 40m
1 stop
CMB3:55 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl
Feb 21
CMB9:55 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl
23h 30m
1 stop
ORD9:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Multiple Airlines
Feb 7
ORD1:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
27h 30m
1 stop
CMB3:45 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl
Feb 21
CMB10:25 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl
26h 58m
2 stops
ORD1:23 amChicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines
Oct 30
ORD11:24 amChicago O'Hare Intl
25h 01m
2 stops
CMB9:55 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl
Nov 12
CMB10:25 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl
23h 15m
1 stop
ORD9:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
JetBlue
Feb 9
ORD1:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
19h 40m
1 stop
CMB7:55 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl
Feb 20
CMB10:25 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl
23h 15m
1 stop
ORD9:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Singapore Airlines
Feb 6
ORD11:05 amChicago O'Hare Intl
43h 55m
2 stops
CMB5:30 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl
Feb 17
CMB7:45 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl
26h 56m
2 stops
ORD10:41 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Find the cheapest one-way flights from Chicago to Colombo

If you're looking for one-way flights from Chicago to Colombo, view some of our deals below provided by Gulf Air and Qatar Airways
Multiple Airlines
Nov 15
ORD2:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
47h 25m
3 stops
CMB12:10 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl
Gulf Air
Nov 9
ORD1:04 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
27h 51m
3 stops
CMB3:25 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl
Qatar Airways
Oct 10
ORD3:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
19h 40m
1 stop
CMB9:05 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl

Search last-minute flights to Colombo from Chicago

Find and compare round-trip flight prices for your last-minute flight from Chicago to Colombo
SriLankan Airlines
Oct 7
ORD3:23 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
30h 52m
1 stop
CMB7:45 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl
Oct 14
CMB2:50 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl
24h 20m
1 stop
ORD3:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines
Oct 7
ORD10:52 amChicago O'Hare Intl
26h 03m
2 stops
CMB10:25 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl
Oct 14
CMB7:10 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl
34h 14m
2 stops
ORD5:24 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Qatar Airways
Oct 7
ORD12:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
24h 05m
2 stops
CMB10:25 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl
Oct 14
CMB6:30 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl
39h 00m
1 stop
ORD9:30 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Gulf Air
Oct 7
ORD3:23 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
51h 12m
3 stops
CMB4:05 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl
Oct 14
CMB1:00 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl
50h 10m
3 stops
ORD3:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Turkish Airlines
Oct 7
ORD7:35 amChicago O'Hare Intl
41h 05m
3 stops
CMB10:10 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl
Oct 14
CMB4:30 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl
23h 55m
2 stops
ORD4:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines
Oct 7
ORD4:20 amChicago O'Hare Intl
32h 35m
2 stops
CMB10:25 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl
Oct 13
CMB11:35 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl
46h 05m
2 stops
ORD9:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Best airlines flying from Chicago to Colombo

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Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $736Free CancellationRating
7.6
290 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom $846Free CancellationRating
7.0
369 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom $1,155Free CancellationRating
8.0
370 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $1,164Free CancellationRating
7.7
496 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $1,270Free CancellationRating
7.1
2,890 reviews
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SriLankan AirlinesPriceFrom $1,637Free CancellationRating
7.7
8 reviews
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Emirates flights from Chicago to Colombo

Our best Emirates deals on Chicago to Colombo flight tickets
Emirates
Feb 5
ORD2:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
38h 40m
1 stop
CMB3:55 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl
Feb 21
CMB9:55 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl
23h 30m
1 stop
ORD9:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Emirates
Feb 7
ORD2:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
38h 40m
1 stop
CMB3:55 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl
Feb 21
CMB9:55 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl
23h 30m
1 stop
ORD9:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Emirates
Feb 7
ORD2:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
38h 40m
1 stop
CMB3:55 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl
Feb 22
CMB3:15 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl
54h 10m
2 stops
ORD9:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

JetBlue flights from Chicago to Colombo

Our best JetBlue deals on Chicago to Colombo flight tickets
JetBlue
Feb 9
ORD1:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
19h 40m
1 stop
CMB7:55 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl
Feb 20
CMB10:25 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl
23h 15m
1 stop
ORD9:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
JetBlue
Feb 9
ORD1:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
19h 40m
1 stop
CMB7:55 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl
Feb 22
CMB10:25 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl
23h 15m
1 stop
ORD9:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
JetBlue
Feb 9
ORD1:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
19h 40m
1 stop
CMB7:55 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl
Feb 23
CMB10:25 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl
23h 15m
1 stop
ORD9:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

  • How far is Chicago to Colombo by plane?

    There are 8966.7 mi between Chicago and Colombo. Flights usually cover this in 19h 40m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Colombo?

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago to Colombo.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Colombo?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Colombo may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Colombo. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.


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