What airlines fly to Colombo?

Etihad Airways, JetBlue and Cathay Pacific are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Colombo from Chicago according to our data. Etihad Airways is the first choice among our users, with 46% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Colombo. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to Colombo on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Etihad Airways and Cathay Pacific are the most popular carriers operating from Chicago to Colombo

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Colombo?

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How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to Colombo?

The number of operators available for flights from Chicago to Colombo is 7 as of July 2026.

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.

$510 Cheap Flights from Chicago to Colombo in 2026

Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Chicago and Colombo?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,340 to $1,440. The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,199.

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4:15 pm - 11:30 pm

ORD

CMB

44h 45m

1 stop

12:45 am - 1:55 pm

CMB

ORD

23h 40m

1 stop

$1,199Cathay Pacific

Mon, Oct 19 - Tue, Mar 23

8:25 pm - 8:35 pm

ORD

CMB

37h 40m

1 stop

10:00 am - 8:35 am

CMB

ORD

33h 05m

1 stop

$1,201Etihad Airways

Tue, Aug 18 - Wed, Sep 23

8:25 pm - 3:00 am

ORD

CMB

20h 05m

1 stop

9:50 pm - 8:35 am

CMB

ORD

21h 15m

1 stop

$1,206Etihad Airways

Fri, Aug 14 - Fri, Aug 21

7:20 pm - 2:05 am

ORD

CMB

20h 15m

1 stop

4:15 am - 3:05 pm

CMB

ORD

21h 20m

1 stop

$1,209Qatar Airways

Thu, Oct 22 - Fri, Mar 26

9:15 pm - 5:55 am

ORD

CMB

22h 10m

1 stop

9:15 am - 11:00 am

CMB

ORD

36h 15m

1 stop

$1,213Turkish Airlines

Sun, Oct 25 - Wed, Mar 24

2:00 pm - 11:10 pm

ORD

CMB

22h 40m

2 stops

5:15 pm - 4:10 pm

CMB

ORD

33h 25m

2 stops

$1,217Multiple Airlines

Wed, Sep 23 - Fri, Oct 2

2:35 pm - 11:30 pm

ORD

CMB

45h 25m

1 stop

12:45 am - 12:55 pm

CMB

ORD

23h 40m

1 stop

$1,219Cathay Pacific

Fri, Dec 25 - Tue, Jan 19

8:10 pm - 6:55 am

ORD

CMB

24h 15m

1 stop

9:15 am - 11:00 am

CMB

ORD

36h 15m

1 stop

$1,223Turkish Airlines

Fri, Oct 23 - Thu, Mar 25

9:19 am - 5:00 pm

MDW

CMB

45h 11m

2 stops

7:50 pm - 10:15 pm

CMB

MDW

36h 55m

2 stops

$3,024Korean Air

Mon, Jul 13 - Tue, Jul 21

5:10 pm - 5:00 pm

MDW

CMB

61h 20m

2 stops

7:50 pm - 10:15 pm

CMB

MDW

36h 55m

2 stops

$3,033Korean Air

Sun, Jul 12 - Tue, Jul 21

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Cathay Pacific flights from Chicago to Colombo

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Cathay Pacific

Oct 19

ORD4:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

44h 45m

1 stop

CMB11:30 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mar 22

CMB12:45 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl

23h 40m

1 stop

ORD1:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,199

Cathay Pacific

Dec 25

ORD2:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

45h 25m

1 stop

CMB11:30 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl

Jan 19

CMB12:45 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl

23h 40m

1 stop

ORD12:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,219

Cathay Pacific

Oct 24

ORD4:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

44h 45m

1 stop

CMB11:30 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mar 25

CMB12:45 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl

23h 40m

1 stop

ORD1:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,224

Qatar Airways flights from Chicago to Colombo

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Qatar Airways

Oct 22

ORD7:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

20h 15m

1 stop

CMB2:05 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mar 26

CMB4:15 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl

21h 20m

1 stop

ORD3:05 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,209

Qatar Airways

Oct 28

ORD7:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

20h 25m

1 stop

CMB2:45 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl

Apr 3

CMB3:35 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl

22h 00m

1 stop

ORD3:05 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,231

Qatar Airways

Nov 23

ORD6:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

37h 00m

1 stop

CMB7:20 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl

Dec 10

CMB4:15 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl

21h 45m

1 stop

ORD2:30 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,263

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Mon 10/19

4:15 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop44h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 3/23

12:45 am-1:55 pm

1 stop23h 40m

$1,199

ChicagoColombo

ORD - CMB

ORDCMB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/18

8:25 pm-8:35 pm

1 stop37h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 9/23

10:00 am-8:35 am

1 stop33h 05m

$1,201

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ChicagoColombo

ORD - CMB

ORDCMB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 8/14

8:25 pm-3:00 am

1 stop20h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 8/21

9:50 pm-8:35 am

1 stop21h 15m

$1,206

ChicagoColombo

ORD - CMB

ORDCMB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/22

7:20 pm-2:05 am

1 stop20h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 3/26

4:15 am-3:05 pm

1 stop21h 20m

$1,209

ChicagoColombo

ORD - CMB

ORDCMB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 10/25

9:15 pm-5:55 am

1 stop22h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 3/24

9:15 am-11:00 am

1 stop36h 15m

$1,213

ChicagoColombo

ORD - CMB

ORDCMB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/23

2:00 pm-11:10 pm

2 stops22h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 10/2

5:15 pm-4:10 pm

2 stops33h 25m

$1,217

ChicagoColombo

ORD - CMB

ORDCMB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 12/25

2:35 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop45h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 1/19

12:45 am-12:55 pm

1 stop23h 40m

$1,219

ChicagoColombo

ORD - CMB

ORDCMB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 10/23

8:10 pm-6:55 am

1 stop24h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 3/25

9:15 am-11:00 am

1 stop36h 15m

$1,223

ChicagoColombo

MDW - CMB

MDWCMB

Chicago Midway

Mon 7/13

9:19 am-5:00 pm

2 stops45h 11m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 7/21

7:50 pm-10:15 pm

2 stops36h 55m

$3,024

ChicagoColombo

MDW - CMB

MDWCMB

Chicago Midway

Sun 7/12

5:10 pm-5:00 pm

2 stops61h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 7/21

7:50 pm-10:15 pm

2 stops36h 55m

$3,033

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Chicago and Colombo?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Colombo?

The month of March is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Colombo from Chicago, with most prices found around $607. If you are unable to visit Colombo during the month of March, then departing from Chicago during the month February is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $607.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago to Colombo?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Colombo from Chicago when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Colombo for around $1,315 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Colombo from Chicago for as low as $913 on momondo.

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The fastest flight from Chicago to Colombo takes 19h 20m

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Chicago to Colombo

How far is Chicago to Colombo by plane?
There are 8966.7 mi between Chicago and Colombo. Flights usually cover this in 19h 20m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Colombo?
Prices for flights from Chicago to Colombo refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to Colombo?
The number of operators available for flights from Chicago to Colombo is 7 as of July 2026.
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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Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $623	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,401 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Air India	PriceFrom $799	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.6 2,957 reviews	Search Air India flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $886	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,738 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $891	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,431 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $925	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,471 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom $1,593	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 3,009 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $1,623	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,282 reviews	Search Air Canada flights

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