Cheap flights from Illinois to Sri Lanka from $358

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Air India Logo
2:30 pm - 7:20 am
ORD
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CMB
30h 20m1 stop
Air India Logo
8:00 am - 11:10 am
CMB
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ORD
37h 40m2 stops
$757Air India
Sun, Mar 8 - Tue, Mar 31
Cathay Pacific Logo
3:35 pm - 11:30 pm
ORD
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CMB
45h 25m1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
1:10 am - 2:25 pm
CMB
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ORD
23h 45m1 stop
$775Cathay Pacific
Sun, Mar 8 - Mon, Mar 30
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:35 pm - 11:30 pm
ORD
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CMB
45h 25m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:45 am - 7:36 pm
CMB
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ORD
30h 21m2 stops
$826Multiple Airlines
Mon, Jan 19 - Tue, Feb 3
Qatar Airways Logo
11:13 am - 3:05 am
BMI
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CMB
29h 22m2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
8:15 pm - 8:31 pm
CMB
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BMI
34h 46m2 stops
$1,172Qatar Airways
Thu, Apr 30 - Mon, May 4
Etihad Airways Logo
8:31 am - 2:50 am
STL
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CMB
30h 49m2 stops
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 am - 6:11 pm
CMB
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STL
43h 51m2 stops
$1,217Etihad Airways
Tue, Feb 10 - Tue, Mar 3
Etihad Airways Logo
6:46 pm - 8:15 pm
STL
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CMB
37h 59m2 stops
Etihad Airways Logo
4:30 pm - 1:54 pm
CMB
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STL
32h 54m2 stops
$1,223Etihad Airways
Tue, Feb 10 - Tue, Mar 3
Qatar Airways Logo
7:00 am - 3:05 am
STL
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CMB
33h 35m2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
3:15 am - 11:55 pm
CMB
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STL
31h 10m2 stops
$1,452Qatar Airways
Sat, Apr 25 - Tue, Apr 28
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:05 pm - 6:25 pm
STL
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CMB
38h 50m3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:55 am - 3:29 pm
CMB
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STL
41h 04m2 stops
$1,558Multiple Airlines
Tue, Feb 10 - Tue, Mar 3
Emirates Logo
3:11 pm - 8:20 am
STL
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CMB
29h 39m2 stops
Emirates Logo
8:15 pm - 10:14 pm
CMB
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STL
37h 29m3 stops
$1,699Emirates
Tue, Feb 10 - Tue, Mar 3
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3:15 pm - 10:15 am
STL
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CMB
32h 30m3 stops
Emirates Logo
2:05 am - 9:08 pm
CMB
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STL
29h 33m2 stops
$1,794Emirates
Sat, Apr 25 - Tue, Apr 28

Air India flights from Illinois to Sri Lanka

Our best Air India deals on Illinois to Sri Lanka flight tickets
Air India
Mar 8
ORD2:30 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
30h 20m
1 stop
CMB7:20 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl
Mar 31
CMB8:00 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl
37h 40m
2 stops
ORD11:10 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Air India
Feb 8
ORD1:30 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
30h 20m
1 stop
CMB7:20 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl
Feb 15
CMB8:20 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl
38h 40m
2 stops
ORD11:30 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Air India
Mar 13
ORD2:30 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
39h 05m
1 stop
CMB4:05 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl
Mar 29
CMB8:00 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl
37h 40m
2 stops
ORD11:10 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Cathay Pacific flights from Illinois to Sri Lanka

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on Illinois to Sri Lanka flight tickets
Cathay Pacific
Mar 8
ORD3:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
45h 25m
1 stop
CMB11:30 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl
Mar 30
CMB1:10 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl
23h 45m
1 stop
ORD2:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Cathay Pacific
Jan 11
ORD2:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
45h 25m
1 stop
CMB11:30 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl
Mar 30
CMB1:10 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl
23h 45m
1 stop
ORD2:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Cathay Pacific
Jan 12
ORD2:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
45h 25m
1 stop
CMB11:30 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl
Mar 10
CMB12:45 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl
23h 40m
1 stop
ORD1:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

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ChicagoColombo

ORD - CMB

ORDCMB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/8

2:30 pm-7:20 am

1 stop30h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 3/31

8:00 am-11:10 am

2 stops37h 40m

$757

ChicagoColombo

ORD - CMB

ORDCMB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/8

3:35 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop45h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 3/30

1:10 am-2:25 pm

1 stop23h 45m

$775

ChicagoColombo

ORD - CMB

ORDCMB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/19

2:35 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop45h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 2/3

12:45 am-7:36 pm

2 stops30h 21m

$826

BloomingtonColombo

BMI - CMB

BMICMB

Bloomington-Normal

Thu 4/30

11:13 am-3:05 am

2 stops29h 22m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 5/4

8:15 pm-8:31 pm

2 stops34h 46m

$1,172

St. LouisColombo

STL - CMB

STLCMB

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 2/10

8:31 am-2:50 am

2 stops30h 49m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 3/3

9:50 am-6:11 pm

2 stops43h 51m

$1,217

St. LouisColombo

STL - CMB

STLCMB

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 2/10

6:46 pm-8:15 pm

2 stops37h 59m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 3/3

4:30 pm-1:54 pm

2 stops32h 54m

$1,223

St. LouisColombo

STL - CMB

STLCMB

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 4/25

7:00 am-3:05 am

2 stops33h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 4/28

3:15 am-11:55 pm

2 stops31h 10m

$1,452

St. LouisColombo

STL - CMB

STLCMB

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 2/10

4:05 pm-6:25 pm

3 stops38h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 3/3

9:55 am-3:29 pm

2 stops41h 04m

$1,558

St. LouisColombo

STL - CMB

STLCMB

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 2/10

3:11 pm-8:20 am

2 stops29h 39m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 3/3

8:15 pm-10:14 pm

3 stops37h 29m

$1,699

St. LouisColombo

STL - CMB

STLCMB

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 4/25

3:15 pm-10:15 am

3 stops32h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 4/28

2:05 am-9:08 pm

2 stops29h 33m

$1,794

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Sri Lanka?

The month of October is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Sri Lanka from Illinois, with most prices found around $938. If you aren’t able to travel to Sri Lanka during the month of October, then flying in September is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $1,056.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Sri Lanka?

Our data shows that Thursday is the least expensive day to fly to Sri Lanka. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $1,391. Flights from Illinois to Sri Lanka on a Wednesday will generally be more expensive and average around $1,510. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Sri Lanka?

At noon is the cheapest time of day to fly from Illinois to Sri Lanka when you can find flight prices for as low as $1,473. Flying to Sri Lanka at noon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. In the afternoon is when there is more demand to fly to Sri Lanka, so prices are often more expensive at around $1,578 per ticket.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Sri Lanka from Illinois when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Sri Lanka for around $1,331 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Sri Lanka from Illinois for as low as $906 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Illinois to Sri Lanka flights?

You could potentially save up to 6% on your flight if you consider stops on a Illinois to Sri Lanka flight.

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Fastest flight time

19h 35m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Illinois to Sri Lanka takes 19h 35m
There are no direct flights from Illinois to Sri Lanka. There are no popular flight routes from Illinois to Sri Lanka.
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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Illinois to Sri Lanka?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Illinois 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 Illinois to Sri Lanka

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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $607Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,103 reviews
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Air IndiaPriceFrom $799Free CancellationRating
5.5
2,956 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $909Free CancellationRating
7.3
4,112 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $954Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,686 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom $959Free CancellationRating
7.4
1,336 reviews
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Air CanadaPriceFrom $1,013Free CancellationRating
7.1
10,551 reviews
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SriLankan AirlinesPriceFrom $1,124Free CancellationRating
6.9
77 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom $1,183Free CancellationRating
8.1
3,442 reviews
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IndiGoPriceFrom $1,205Free CancellationRating
6.8
510 reviews
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JetBluePriceFrom $1,593Free CancellationRating
7.2
2,898 reviews
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