What airlines fly to Colombo?

Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways and Emirates are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Colombo from New York 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 Colombo. Keep in mind that there are 12 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 New York to Colombo?

Etihad Airways, IndiGo, and Air India are the most popular carriers operating from New York to Colombo

How long does it take to fly to Colombo?

On average, it takes 20h 45m to fly from New York to Colombo 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). If you’re flying out of Newark and into Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, then the flight time is around 20h 50m.

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

Prices for flights from New York to Colombo refresh daily.

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

As of August 2025, there are 12 operators available to choose from for flights from New York to Colombo.

How old do you have to be to fly from New York 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 New York to Colombo.

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your Colombo trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $906 to $1,033. The lowest price recently found on this route was $870.

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11:55 am - 6:15 pmEWR-CMB

20h 50m1 stop

4:00 pm - 7:55 amCMB-EWR

25h 25m1 stop

$870Air India

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Tue, Sep 2 - Tue, Sep 16

12:25 am - 1:20 pmEWR-CMB

26h 25m1 stop

7:40 am - 10:30 pmCMB-EWR

25h 20m1 stop

$871Turkish Airlines

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Tue, Nov 4 - Wed, Dec 10

2:25 pm - 8:15 amJFK-CMB

31h 20m1 stop

4:00 am - 8:40 amCMB-JFK

39h 10m1 stop

$872Etihad Airways

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Thu, Nov 6 - Fri, Dec 5

10:40 pm - 2:50 amJFK-CMB

18h 40m1 stop

9:50 pm - 9:00 amCMB-JFK

20h 40m1 stop

$877Etihad Airways

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1:20 am - 9:40 amJFK-CMB

22h 50m1 stop

3:35 am - 10:30 pmCMB-JFK

28h 25m1 stop

$883Qatar Airways

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11:20 am - 4:50 pmJFK-CMB

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3:35 am - 10:30 pmCMB-JFK

28h 25m1 stop

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2:50 pm - 11:30 pmJFK-CMB

23h 10m1 stop

12:50 am - 6:00 amCMB-JFK

38h 40m1 stop

$896Cathay Pacific

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1:55 am - 11:30 pmJFK-CMB

36h 05m1 stop

12:50 am - 1:10 pmCMB-JFK

45h 50m1 stop

$902Cathay Pacific

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Tue, Sep 9 - Wed, Sep 24

12:35 am - 8:45 amJFK-CMB

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9:55 pm - 5:55 pmCMB-JFK

29h 30m2 stops

$925IndiGo

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12:35 am - 8:45 amJFK-CMB

22h 40m2 stops

9:55 pm - 10:40 pmCMB-JFK

34h 15m2 stops

$931IndiGo

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Qatar Airways flights from New York to Colombo

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Qatar Airways

Sep 17

JFK1:20 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

22h 50m

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CMB9:40 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sep 28

CMB3:35 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl

28h 25m

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JFK10:30 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

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Oct 1

JFK11:20 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

20h 00m

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CMB4:50 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl

Oct 7

CMB3:35 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl

28h 25m

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Sep 29

JFK1:20 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

30h 55m

1 stop

CMB5:45 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl

Oct 26

CMB3:25 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl

28h 25m

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JFK10:20 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

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Etihad Airways

Nov 6

JFK2:25 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

31h 20m

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CMB8:15 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl

Dec 5

CMB4:00 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl

39h 10m

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Sep 7

JFK10:40 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

18h 40m

1 stop

CMB2:50 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl

Oct 5

CMB9:50 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl

20h 40m

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Nov 7

JFK2:25 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

19h 25m

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CMB8:20 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl

Nov 14

CMB4:00 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl

21h 45m

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Tue 9/2

11:55 am-6:15 pm

1 stop20h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 9/16

4:00 pm-7:55 am

1 stop25h 25m

$870

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EWRCMB

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Tue 11/4

12:25 am-1:20 pm

1 stop26h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 12/10

7:40 am-10:30 pm

1 stop25h 20m

$871

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JFK - CMB

JFKCMB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 11/6

2:25 pm-8:15 am

1 stop31h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 12/5

4:00 am-8:40 am

1 stop39h 10m

$872

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JFK - CMB

JFKCMB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 9/7

10:40 pm-2:50 am

1 stop18h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 10/5

9:50 pm-9:00 am

1 stop20h 40m

$877

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JFK - CMB

JFKCMB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 9/17

1:20 am-9:40 am

1 stop22h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 9/28

3:35 am-10:30 pm

1 stop28h 25m

$883

New YorkColombo

JFK - CMB

JFKCMB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 10/1

11:20 am-4:50 pm

1 stop20h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 10/7

3:35 am-10:30 pm

1 stop28h 25m

$885

New YorkColombo

JFK - CMB

JFKCMB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 9/28

2:50 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop23h 10m

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Sat 10/18

12:50 am-6:00 am

1 stop38h 40m

$896

New YorkColombo

JFK - CMB

JFKCMB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 9/9

1:55 am-11:30 pm

1 stop36h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 9/24

12:50 am-1:10 pm

1 stop45h 50m

$902

New YorkColombo

JFK - CMB

JFKCMB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 9/4

12:35 am-8:45 am

2 stops22h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 10/1

9:55 pm-5:55 pm

2 stops29h 30m

$925

New YorkColombo

JFK - CMB

JFKCMB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 9/24

12:35 am-8:45 am

2 stops22h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 10/2

9:55 pm-10:40 pm

2 stops34h 15m

$931

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between New York 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 New York, with most prices found around $885. If you are unable to visit Colombo during the month of March, then departing from New York during the month November is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $917.

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

The cheapest day to depart from New York to Colombo is on a Wednesday. Travelers who choose to depart for Colombo on a Wednesday will often find tickets for as low as $1,289. The most expensive day to fly to Colombo is Saturday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,404.

What is the cheapest New York to Colombo flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Colombo from New York when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Colombo for around $1,137 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Colombo from New York for as low as $998 on momondo.

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Colombo is 8740.5 mi away from New York. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 18h 40m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to Colombo?
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As of August 2025, there are 12 operators available to choose from for flights from New York to Colombo.
How old do you have to be to fly from New York 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 New York to Colombo.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Colombo?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Colombo trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Air India	PriceFrom $670	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.5 2,929 reviews	Search Air India flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $733	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 977 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $762	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,955 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $810	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,241 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $833	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,611 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom $860	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 2,920 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $926	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
IndiGo	PriceFrom $981	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 482 reviews	Search IndiGo flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $1,030	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 1,352 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Emirates	PriceFrom $1,084	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,322 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Colombo?

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

The cheapest day to depart from New York to Colombo is on a Wednesday. Travelers who choose to depart for Colombo on a Wednesday will often find tickets for as low as $1,289. The most expensive day to fly to Colombo is Saturday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,404.

What is the cheapest New York to Colombo flight route?

Fly from Newark to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl for the best New York - Colombo flight prices

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

What cabin class options are available on New York to Colombo flights?

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on New York to Colombo flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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

Etihad Airways, IndiGo, and Air India are the most popular carriers operating from New York to Colombo

What airlines fly to Colombo?

How long does it take to fly to Colombo?

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