Cheap flights from New Orleans to Colombo from $5,292

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8:35 am - 9:55 pmMSY-CMB
49h 50m2 stops
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2:40 am - 8:06 pmCMB-MSY
28h 56m2 stops
$5,292Emirates
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Thu, Dec 25 - Thu, Jan 22
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3:42 pm - 6:25 pmMSY-CMB
39h 13m3 stops
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2:40 am - 8:06 pmCMB-MSY
28h 56m2 stops
$5,778Emirates
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Thu, Dec 25 - Thu, Jan 22

Emirates flights from New Orleans to Colombo

Our best Emirates deals on New Orleans to Colombo flight tickets
Emirates
Dec 25
MSY8:35 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
49h 50m
2 stops
CMB9:55 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl
Jan 22
CMB2:40 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl
28h 56m
2 stops
MSY8:06 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Emirates
Dec 25
MSY3:42 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
39h 13m
3 stops
CMB6:25 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl
Jan 22
CMB2:40 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl
28h 56m
2 stops
MSY8:06 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

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New OrleansColombo

MSY - CMB

MSYCMB

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 12/25

8:35 am-9:55 pm

2 stops49h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 1/22

2:40 am-8:06 pm

2 stops28h 56m

$5,292

New OrleansColombo

MSY - CMB

MSYCMB

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 12/25

3:42 pm-6:25 pm

3 stops39h 13m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 1/22

2:40 am-8:06 pm

2 stops28h 56m

$5,778

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What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Colombo?

The cheapest day to depart from New Orleans to Colombo is on a Friday. Travelers who choose to depart for Colombo on a Friday will often find tickets for as low as $1,222. The most expensive day to fly to Colombo is Wednesday, with ticket prices averaging around $2,477.

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

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Colombo is at noon. Flights from New Orleans to Colombo during this time can be as low as $1,266. Flights to Colombo are more costly in the afternoon, with an average ticket price of $1,821. Departure times in the afternoon fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

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  • How far is New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Colombo by plane?

    The straight-line distance from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Colombo is 9795.1 mi. Typically, this will take 39h 13m by plane in normal conditions.

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    Prices for flights from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to Colombo are updated daily.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to Colombo?

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to Colombo.

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

    The required travel and health documents for your Colombo trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Colombo. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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7.2
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