How long does it take to fly to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

On average, it takes 20h 58m to fly from New York to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport if you fly out of New York (the most popular airport in New York) and into Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (the most popular airport in Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport). If you’re flying out of Newark and into Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, then the flight time is around 21h 15m.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from New York to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Doha (DOH) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 2h 29m.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from New York to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Flights via Hong Kong (HKG) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $798.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl?

Etihad Airways, American Airlines, and Turkish Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from New York to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between New York and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Doha (DOH) was the most common stop: 48% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

What airlines fly to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways and Cathay Pacific are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from New York according to our data. Etihad Airways is the first choice among our users, with 51% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. Keep in mind that there are 11 different airlines that fly to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from New York to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Flights connecting via Doha (DOH) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 19h 03m.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

As of March 2026, there are 11 operators available to choose from for flights from New York to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

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 New York to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,104 to $849. The lowest price recently found on this route was $817.

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12:25 am - 5:20 am

EWR

CMB

19h 25m

1 stop

6:50 am - 10:30 pm

CMB

EWR

25h 10m

1 stop

$817Turkish Airlines

Sun, May 3 - Wed, May 13

12:25 am - 5:20 am

EWR

CMB

19h 25m

1 stop

6:50 am - 10:30 pm

CMB

EWR

25h 10m

1 stop

$819Turkish Airlines

Wed, May 6 - Thu, May 14

2:45 pm - 3:00 am

JFK

CMB

26h 45m

1 stop

5:00 pm - 9:30 am

CMB

JFK

26h 00m

1 stop

$825Etihad Airways

Thu, Apr 9 - Thu, Apr 23

2:45 pm - 8:40 pm

JFK

CMB

20h 25m

1 stop

9:50 pm - 9:30 am

CMB

JFK

21h 10m

1 stop

$828Etihad Airways

Sat, Apr 11 - Sun, Apr 26

10:20 pm - 3:00 am

JFK

CMB

19h 10m

1 stop

4:10 am - 4:00 pm

CMB

JFK

21h 20m

1 stop

$829Etihad Airways

Sat, May 9 - Thu, May 28

3:00 pm - 9:40 am

JFK

CMB

33h 10m

2 stops

5:20 pm - 10:00 am

CMB

JFK

26h 10m

2 stops

$837Gulf Air

Wed, Apr 22 - Thu, May 21

1:05 pm - 1:45 am

LGA

CMB

27h 10m

2 stops

3:15 am - 10:59 pm

CMB

LGA

29h 14m

2 stops

$922American Airlines

Mon, Apr 13 - Mon, Apr 27

2:12 pm - 5:45 pm

LGA

CMB

42h 03m

2 stops

7:15 pm - 3:51 pm

CMB

LGA

30h 06m

2 stops

$954Qatar Airways

Sun, May 10 - Sun, May 17

4:12 pm - 1:45 am

LGA

CMB

24h 03m

2 stops

3:15 am - 8:59 pm

CMB

LGA

27h 14m

2 stops

$962American Airlines

Fri, Apr 17 - Sun, Apr 26

4:12 pm - 3:05 am

LGA

CMB

25h 23m

2 stops

7:15 pm - 8:59 pm

CMB

LGA

35h 14m

2 stops

$1,039Qatar Airways

Fri, May 1 - Wed, May 13

Turkish Airlines flights from New York to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

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May 3

EWR12:25 amNewark

19h 25m

1 stop

CMB5:20 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl

May 13

CMB6:50 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl

25h 10m

1 stop

EWR10:30 pmNewark

$817

Turkish Airlines

May 6

EWR12:25 amNewark

19h 25m

1 stop

CMB5:20 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl

May 14

CMB6:50 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl

25h 10m

1 stop

EWR10:30 pmNewark

$819

Turkish Airlines

May 6

EWR12:25 amNewark

19h 25m

1 stop

CMB5:20 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl

May 14

CMB6:50 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl

25h 10m

1 stop

EWR10:30 pmNewark

$847

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Aug 27

EWR11:30 amNewark

34h 00m

1 stop

CMB7:00 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sep 14

CMB5:05 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl

25h 25m

1 stop

EWR9:00 amNewark

$945

Air India

Sep 10

EWR11:30 amNewark

34h 00m

1 stop

CMB7:00 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sep 20

CMB5:05 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl

25h 25m

1 stop

EWR9:00 amNewark

$978

Air India

Aug 27

EWR11:30 amNewark

43h 05m

1 stop

CMB4:05 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sep 13

CMB5:05 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl

25h 25m

1 stop

EWR9:00 amNewark

$1,019

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$828

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Sat 5/9

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Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

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4:10 am-4:00 pm

1 stop21h 20m

$829

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JFK - CMB

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Wed 4/22

3:00 pm-9:40 am

2 stops33h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 5/21

5:20 pm-10:00 am

2 stops26h 10m

$837

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LGA - CMB

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Mon 4/13

1:05 pm-1:45 am

2 stops27h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 4/27

3:15 am-10:59 pm

2 stops29h 14m

$922

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LGA - CMB

LGACMB

New York LaGuardia

Sun 5/10

2:12 pm-5:45 pm

2 stops42h 03m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 5/17

7:15 pm-3:51 pm

2 stops30h 06m

$954

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LGA - CMB

LGACMB

New York LaGuardia

Fri 4/17

4:12 pm-1:45 am

2 stops24h 03m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 4/26

3:15 am-8:59 pm

2 stops27h 14m

$962

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LGA - CMB

LGACMB

New York LaGuardia

Fri 5/1

4:12 pm-3:05 am

2 stops25h 23m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 5/13

7:15 pm-8:59 pm

2 stops35h 14m

$1,039

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between New York and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

If you aren’t able to travel during the month of November, then book flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from New York during September instead. Flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in September, while not as cheap as those in November, still average around $876.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from New York when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport for around $1,065 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from New York for as low as $952 on momondo.

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You could potentially save up to 32% on your flight if you consider stops on a New York to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight.

How have New York to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of March 2026, prices for New York to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights are approximately 1% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The fastest flight from New York to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport takes 19h 20m

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Colombo Bandaranaike Intl is 8725.9 mi away from New York. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 19h 20m.
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As of March 2026, there are 11 operators available to choose from for flights from New York to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
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 New York to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular airline from New York to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from New York to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is Etihad Airways (48% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are Qatar Airways (15%), Cathay Pacific (12%), and JetBlue (10%).

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