What airlines fly to Sri Lanka?

Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways and Cathay Pacific are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Sri Lanka 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 Sri Lanka. Keep in mind that there are 11 different airlines that fly to Sri Lanka 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 Sri Lanka?

Etihad Airways, Singapore Airlines, and Kuwait Airways are the most popular carriers operating from New York to Sri Lanka

How long is the flight from New York to Sri Lanka?

Average flight duration from New York to Sri Lanka depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from New York to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is 20h 55m on average, while flying from Newark to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is 21h 15m on average. Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is the most popular airport in Sri Lanka.

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

Prices for flights from New York to Sri Lanka refresh daily.

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

As of June 2026, there are 11 operators available to choose from for flights from New York to Sri Lanka.

How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Sri Lanka?

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 Sri Lanka.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Sri Lanka?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Sri Lanka 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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12:25 am - 5:20 am

EWR

CMB

19h 25m

1 stop

6:50 am - 10:30 pm

CMB

EWR

25h 10m

1 stop

$1,103Turkish Airlines

Tue, Sep 29 - Tue, Oct 20

12:25 am - 6:55 am

EWR

CMB

21h 00m

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8:25 am - 10:30 pm

CMB

EWR

23h 35m

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$1,115Turkish Airlines

Mon, Sep 21 - Sun, Oct 4

12:25 am - 7:45 am

EWR

CMB

20h 50m

1 stop

9:15 am - 10:30 pm

CMB

EWR

23h 45m

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$1,124Turkish Airlines

Mon, Nov 30 - Thu, Dec 31

12:25 am - 5:20 am

EWR

CMB

19h 25m

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9:15 am - 10:30 pm

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EWR

23h 45m

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$1,133Turkish Airlines

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3:45 pm - 8:35 pm

JFK

CMB

19h 20m

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10:00 am - 4:00 pm

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39h 30m

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$1,168Etihad Airways

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3:45 pm - 8:35 pm

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19h 20m

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JFK

33h 10m

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33h 10m

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JFK

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$1,180Gulf Air

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22h 20m

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9:20 am - 2:20 pm

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JFK

39h 30m

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$1,183Kuwait Airways

Thu, Dec 10 - Thu, Feb 4

4:01 pm - 2:05 am

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CMB

24h 34m

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3:35 am - 9:29 pm

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LGA

27h 24m

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$1,225Qatar Airways

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4:01 pm - 3:05 am

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CMB

25h 34m

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3:35 am - 9:29 pm

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27h 24m

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Thu, Sep 10 - Sat, Sep 19

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Oct 15

EWR11:30 amNewark

31h 00m

1 stop

CMB4:00 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl

Oct 26

CMB5:05 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl

26h 30m

1 stop

EWR10:05 amNewark

$1,335

Air India

Oct 1

EWR11:30 amNewark

31h 00m

1 stop

CMB4:00 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl

Dec 1

CMB4:00 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl

26h 45m

1 stop

EWR8:15 amNewark

$1,341

Air India

Sep 10

EWR11:30 amNewark

31h 00m

1 stop

CMB4:00 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sep 21

CMB5:05 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl

25h 25m

1 stop

EWR9:00 amNewark

$1,373

Etihad Airways flights from New York to Sri Lanka

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Etihad Airways

Nov 19

JFK3:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

37h 45m

1 stop

CMB3:15 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl

Dec 2

CMB9:35 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl

28h 00m

1 stop

JFK3:05 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,166

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Aug 13

JFK3:45 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

19h 20m

1 stop

CMB8:35 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl

Aug 24

CMB10:00 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl

39h 30m

1 stop

JFK4:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,168

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Jul 26

JFK3:45 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

37h 40m

1 stop

CMB2:55 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl

Aug 10

CMB4:20 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl

25h 45m

1 stop

JFK8:35 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,176

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1 stop19h 25m

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6:50 am-10:30 pm

1 stop25h 10m

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12:25 am-6:55 am

1 stop21h 00m

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1 stop20h 50m

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9:15 am-10:30 pm

1 stop23h 45m

$1,124

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Sat 9/26

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1 stop19h 25m

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9:15 am-10:30 pm

1 stop23h 45m

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JFK - CMB

JFKCMB

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Thu 8/13

3:45 pm-8:35 pm

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Mon 8/24

10:00 am-4:00 pm

1 stop39h 30m

$1,168

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JFK - CMB

JFKCMB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 8/21

3:45 pm-8:35 pm

1 stop19h 20m

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4:20 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop33h 10m

$1,173

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JFK - CMB

JFKCMB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 9/25

3:00 pm-9:40 am

2 stops33h 10m

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Sat 10/3

5:20 pm-9:25 am

2 stops25h 35m

$1,180

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JFK - CMB

JFKCMB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 12/10

4:55 pm-1:45 am

1 stop22h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 2/4

9:20 am-2:20 pm

1 stop39h 30m

$1,183

New YorkColombo

LGA - CMB

LGACMB

New York LaGuardia

Thu 9/10

4:01 pm-2:05 am

2 stops24h 34m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 9/20

3:35 am-9:29 pm

2 stops27h 24m

$1,225

New YorkColombo

LGA - CMB

LGACMB

New York LaGuardia

Thu 9/10

4:01 pm-3:05 am

2 stops25h 34m

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Sat 9/19

3:35 am-9:29 pm

2 stops27h 24m

$1,263

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Sri Lanka?

The month of November is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Sri Lanka from New York, with most prices found around $493. If you aren’t able to travel to Sri Lanka during the month of November, then flying in March is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $599.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Sri Lanka from New York when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Sri Lanka for around $1,056 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Sri Lanka from New York for as low as $902 on momondo.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to Sri Lanka?
Prices for flights from New York to Sri Lanka refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York to Sri Lanka?
As of June 2026, there are 11 operators available to choose from for flights from New York to Sri Lanka.
How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Sri Lanka?
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 Sri Lanka.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Sri Lanka?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Sri Lanka 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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Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $617	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,396 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Air India	PriceFrom $707	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.6 2,957 reviews	Search Air India flights
Kuwait Airways	PriceFrom $721	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 348 reviews	Search Kuwait Airways flights
Gulf Air	PriceFrom $790	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 235 reviews	Search Gulf Air flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $807	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,469 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $828	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,427 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $846	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,736 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $986	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.2 1,556 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom $1,079	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 3,013 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
Emirates	PriceFrom $1,081	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,602 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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