What is the cheapest airline that flies from Chicago to Sri Lanka?

Cathay Pacific, Qatar Airways, and Etihad Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Chicago to Sri Lanka

What airlines fly to Sri Lanka?

Etihad Airways, JetBlue and Cathay Pacific are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Sri Lanka from Chicago according to our data. Etihad Airways is the first choice among our users, with 43% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Sri Lanka. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to Sri Lanka on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Prices for flights from Chicago to Sri Lanka refresh daily.

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

The number of operators available for flights from Chicago to Sri Lanka is 8 as of April 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Sri Lanka?

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 Sri Lanka.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Sri Lanka?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Sri Lanka 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 Sri Lanka. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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2:00 pm - 3:00 am

ORD

CMB

26h 30m

1 stop

9:50 pm - 3:40 pm

CMB

ORD

28h 20m

1 stop

$910Etihad Airways

Sun, May 3 - Tue, Jun 23

1:00 pm - 3:00 am

ORD

CMB

27h 30m

1 stop

4:20 pm - 8:35 am

CMB

ORD

26h 45m

1 stop

$927Etihad Airways

Thu, Apr 30 - Mon, Jun 8

2:00 pm - 3:00 am

ORD

CMB

26h 30m

1 stop

9:50 pm - 3:40 pm

CMB

ORD

28h 20m

1 stop

$930Etihad Airways

Sat, May 2 - Fri, Oct 23

1:00 pm - 2:55 pm

ORD

CMB

39h 25m

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4:10 am - 8:35 am

CMB

ORD

38h 55m

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$942Etihad Airways

Thu, Apr 30 - Sun, Jun 7

1:00 pm - 2:55 pm

ORD

CMB

39h 25m

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9:50 pm - 8:35 am

CMB

ORD

21h 15m

1 stop

$947Etihad Airways

Thu, Apr 30 - Tue, Jun 9

1:00 pm - 2:55 pm

ORD

CMB

39h 25m

1 stop

4:20 pm - 8:35 am

CMB

ORD

26h 45m

1 stop

$954Etihad Airways

Thu, Apr 30 - Thu, May 7

8:10 pm - 5:20 am

ORD

CMB

22h 40m

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6:50 am - 9:40 am

CMB

ORD

37h 20m

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$961Turkish Airlines

Sun, Sep 13 - Tue, Sep 22

10:30 am - 9:50 am

MDW

CMB

36h 50m

2 stops

4:05 am - 2:35 pm

CMB

MDW

45h 00m

2 stops

$2,015Multiple Airlines

Thu, May 14 - Thu, May 21

5:25 pm - 5:00 pm

MDW

CMB

37h 05m

2 stops

7:50 pm - 12:30 pm

CMB

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27h 10m

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$2,449Korean Air

Mon, Sep 14 - Sun, Sep 20

9:22 am - 2:20 am

MDW

CMB

30h 28m

3 stops

5:35 pm - 2:35 pm

CMB

MDW

31h 30m

3 stops

$2,590Multiple Airlines

Thu, May 21 - Tue, Jun 9

Etihad Airways flights from Chicago to Sri Lanka

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Etihad Airways

Apr 18

ORD1:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

21h 10m

1 stop

CMB8:40 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl

Jun 11

CMB4:20 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl

26h 45m

1 stop

ORD8:35 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$895

Etihad Airways

Apr 30

ORD1:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

27h 30m

1 stop

CMB3:00 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl

Jun 8

CMB9:50 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl

21h 15m

1 stop

ORD8:35 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$910

Etihad Airways

Apr 30

ORD1:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

27h 30m

1 stop

CMB3:00 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl

Jun 8

CMB4:20 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl

26h 45m

1 stop

ORD8:35 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$927

Qatar Airways flights from Chicago to Sri Lanka

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Qatar Airways

May 3

ORD7:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

20h 45m

1 stop

CMB2:35 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl

May 7

CMB8:20 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl

31h 00m

1 stop

ORD4:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,043

Qatar Airways

Apr 30

ORD7:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

28h 00m

1 stop

CMB9:50 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl

Jun 8

CMB4:05 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl

36h 45m

2 stops

ORD6:20 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,047

Qatar Airways

Apr 30

ORD3:04 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

25h 01m

2 stops

CMB2:35 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl

Jun 8

CMB4:05 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl

23h 15m

1 stop

ORD4:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,049

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Sun 5/3

2:00 pm-3:00 am

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Tue 6/23

9:50 pm-3:40 pm

1 stop28h 20m

$910

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4:20 pm-8:35 am

1 stop26h 45m

$927

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Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/2

2:00 pm-3:00 am

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Fri 10/23

9:50 pm-3:40 pm

1 stop28h 20m

$930

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Thu 4/30

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1 stop38h 55m

$942

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ORD - CMB

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Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/30

1:00 pm-2:55 pm

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9:50 pm-8:35 am

1 stop21h 15m

$947

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ORD - CMB

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Chicago O'Hare Intl

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1:00 pm-2:55 pm

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4:20 pm-8:35 am

1 stop26h 45m

$954

ChicagoColombo

ORD - CMB

ORDCMB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/13

8:10 pm-5:20 am

1 stop22h 40m

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Tue 9/22

6:50 am-9:40 am

1 stop37h 20m

$961

ChicagoColombo

MDW - CMB

MDWCMB

Chicago Midway

Thu 5/14

10:30 am-9:50 am

2 stops36h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 5/21

4:05 am-2:35 pm

2 stops45h 00m

$2,015

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MDW - CMB

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Chicago Midway

Mon 9/14

5:25 pm-5:00 pm

2 stops37h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 9/20

7:50 pm-12:30 pm

2 stops27h 10m

$2,449

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MDW - CMB

MDWCMB

Chicago Midway

Thu 5/21

9:22 am-2:20 am

3 stops30h 28m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 6/9

5:35 pm-2:35 pm

3 stops31h 30m

$2,590

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Sri Lanka?

The month of September is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Sri Lanka from Chicago, with most prices found around $822. If you aren’t able to travel to Sri Lanka during the month of September, then flying in October is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $938.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Sri Lanka?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Sri Lanka from Chicago when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Sri Lanka for around $1,251 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Sri Lanka from Chicago for as low as $907 on momondo.

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You could potentially save up to 13% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chicago to Sri Lanka flight.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Chicago to Sri Lanka

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Sri Lanka?
Prices for flights from Chicago to Sri Lanka refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to Sri Lanka?
The number of operators available for flights from Chicago to Sri Lanka is 8 as of April 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Sri Lanka?
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 Sri Lanka.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Sri Lanka?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Sri Lanka 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 Sri Lanka. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Chicago to Sri Lanka

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Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $607	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,276 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Air India	PriceFrom $799	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.5 2,967 reviews	Search Air India flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $891	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,306 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $911	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,434 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $919	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,730 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $983	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,933 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
IndiGo	PriceFrom $1,199	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 551 reviews	Search IndiGo flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom $1,593	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 2,939 reviews	Search JetBlue flights

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Can I find flights from Chicago to Sri Lanka with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to Sri Lanka from Chicago with this policy.

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Once you have performed a search in the form on the page, momondo provides useful filters and insights. We can show you the cheapest days and times to fly as well as help filter your options to help you make an informed choice when booking flights to Sri Lanka from Chicago.

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