How long does it take to fly to Colombo?

On average, it takes 20h 53m 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 22h 25m.

What airlines fly to Colombo?

Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways and Cathay Pacific 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 51% 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, Qatar Airways, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from New York to Colombo

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

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As of March 2026, 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 $825 to $1,055. The lowest price recently found on this route was $792.

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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

$792Turkish Airlines

Mon, Apr 20 - Tue, May 12

3:45 pm - 2:55 pm

JFK

CMB

37h 40m

1 stop

10:00 am - 4:00 pm

CMB

JFK

39h 30m

1 stop

$808Etihad Airways

Thu, Apr 9 - Thu, Apr 30

1:55 am - 11:45 pm

JFK

CMB

36h 20m

1 stop

1:05 am - 8:35 pm

CMB

JFK

29h 00m

1 stop

$810Cathay Pacific

Mon, Apr 13 - Sun, Apr 26

1:55 am - 11:45 pm

JFK

CMB

36h 20m

1 stop

1:05 am - 6:00 am

CMB

JFK

38h 25m

1 stop

$811Cathay Pacific

Mon, Apr 13 - Mon, Apr 27

3:45 pm - 8:15 am

JFK

CMB

31h 00m

1 stop

9:50 pm - 8:35 am

CMB

JFK

20h 15m

1 stop

$812Etihad Airways

Tue, Mar 24 - Mon, Apr 27

3:00 pm - 9:40 am

JFK

CMB

33h 10m

2 stops

5:20 pm - 10:00 am

CMB

JFK

26h 10m

2 stops

$819Gulf Air

Sun, Apr 5 - Tue, Apr 21

3:00 pm - 9:40 am

JFK

CMB

33h 10m

2 stops

5:20 pm - 10:00 am

CMB

JFK

26h 10m

2 stops

$825Gulf Air

Wed, Apr 15 - Tue, Apr 28

11:30 am - 6:15 pm

EWR

CMB

21h 15m

1 stop

7:15 pm - 9:00 am

CMB

EWR

23h 15m

1 stop

$866Air India

Tue, Sep 1 - Wed, Sep 30

1:05 pm - 1:45 am

LGA

CMB

27h 10m

2 stops

3:15 am - 10:59 pm

CMB

LGA

29h 14m

2 stops

$939Qatar Airways

Wed, Apr 15 - Mon, Apr 27

6:03 pm - 1:45 am

LGA

CMB

22h 12m

2 stops

7:15 pm - 6:49 pm

CMB

LGA

33h 04m

2 stops

$1,103Qatar Airways

Tue, Apr 21 - Tue, May 12

Etihad Airways flights from New York to Colombo

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Etihad Airways

Apr 9

JFK3:45 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

37h 40m

1 stop

CMB2:55 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl

Apr 30

CMB10:00 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl

39h 30m

1 stop

JFK4:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$808

Etihad Airways

Mar 24

JFK3:45 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

31h 00m

1 stop

CMB8:15 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl

Apr 27

CMB9:50 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl

20h 15m

1 stop

JFK8:35 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$812

Etihad Airways

Mar 26

JFK3:45 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

38h 00m

1 stop

CMB3:15 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl

Apr 30

CMB4:20 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl

33h 10m

1 stop

JFK4:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$821

Air India flights from New York to Colombo

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Air India

Sep 1

EWR11:30 amNewark

21h 15m

1 stop

CMB6:15 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sep 30

CMB7:15 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl

23h 15m

1 stop

EWR9:00 amNewark

$866

Air India

Aug 31

EWR11:30 amNewark

34h 00m

1 stop

CMB7:00 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sep 29

CMB4:00 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl

25h 00m

1 stop

EWR7:30 amNewark

$891

Air India

Sep 1

EWR11:30 amNewark

21h 15m

1 stop

CMB6:15 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl

Oct 1

CMB4:00 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl

25h 00m

1 stop

EWR7:30 amNewark

$898

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Mon 4/20

12:25 am-5:20 am

1 stop19h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 5/12

6:50 am-10:30 pm

1 stop25h 10m

$792

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JFK - CMB

JFKCMB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 4/9

3:45 pm-2:55 pm

1 stop37h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 4/30

10:00 am-4:00 pm

1 stop39h 30m

$808

New YorkColombo

JFK - CMB

JFKCMB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 4/13

1:55 am-11:45 pm

1 stop36h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 4/26

1:05 am-8:35 pm

1 stop29h 00m

$810

New YorkColombo

JFK - CMB

JFKCMB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 4/13

1:55 am-11:45 pm

1 stop36h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 4/27

1:05 am-6:00 am

1 stop38h 25m

$811

New YorkColombo

JFK - CMB

JFKCMB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 3/24

3:45 pm-8:15 am

1 stop31h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 4/27

9:50 pm-8:35 am

1 stop20h 15m

$812

New YorkColombo

JFK - CMB

JFKCMB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 4/5

3:00 pm-9:40 am

2 stops33h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 4/21

5:20 pm-10:00 am

2 stops26h 10m

$819

New YorkColombo

JFK - CMB

JFKCMB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 4/15

3:00 pm-9:40 am

2 stops33h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 4/28

5:20 pm-10:00 am

2 stops26h 10m

$825

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NewarkColombo

EWR - CMB

EWRCMB

Newark

Tue 9/1

11:30 am-6:15 pm

1 stop21h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 9/30

7:15 pm-9:00 am

1 stop23h 15m

$866

New YorkColombo

LGA - CMB

LGACMB

New York LaGuardia

Wed 4/15

1:05 pm-1:45 am

2 stops27h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 4/27

3:15 am-10:59 pm

2 stops29h 14m

$939

New YorkColombo

LGA - CMB

LGACMB

New York LaGuardia

Tue 4/21

6:03 pm-1:45 am

2 stops22h 12m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 5/12

7:15 pm-6:49 pm

2 stops33h 04m

$1,103

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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 November is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Colombo from New York, with most prices found around $860. If you are unable to visit Colombo during the month of November, then departing from New York during the month September is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $876.

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 $1,065 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 $951 on momondo.

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How far is New York to Colombo by plane?
Colombo is 8740.5 mi away from New York. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 19h 20m.
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As of March 2026, 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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IndiGo	PriceFrom $571	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 542 reviews	Search IndiGo flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $617	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,202 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Kuwait Airways	PriceFrom $721	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 339 reviews	Search Kuwait Airways flights
Air India	PriceFrom $728	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.5 2,969 reviews	Search Air India flights
Gulf Air	PriceFrom $790	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 231 reviews	Search Gulf Air flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $799	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,425 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $828	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,249 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $846	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,744 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $998	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,415 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom $1,068	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 2,900 reviews	Search JetBlue flights

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