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China Eastern Logo
1:00 pm - 7:00 pm
SFO
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CMB
41h 30m1 stop
China Eastern Logo
8:30 pm - 9:05 am
CMB
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SFO
25h 05m1 stop
$697China Eastern
Thu, Mar 12 - Sun, Mar 29
China Eastern Logo
1:00 pm - 11:40 pm
SFO
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CMB
46h 10m3 stops
China Eastern Logo
8:30 pm - 9:05 am
CMB
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SFO
25h 05m1 stop
$699China Eastern
Thu, Mar 12 - Sun, Mar 29
China Eastern Logo
1:00 pm - 7:00 pm
SFO
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CMB
41h 30m1 stop
China Eastern Logo
1:05 am - 10:00 am
CMB
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SFO
45h 25m2 stops
$734China Eastern
Mon, Mar 9 - Sat, Mar 21
China Eastern Logo
1:00 pm - 11:40 pm
SFO
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CMB
46h 10m2 stops
China Eastern Logo
1:05 am - 10:00 am
CMB
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SFO
45h 25m2 stops
$741China Eastern
Mon, Mar 9 - Sat, Mar 21
China Eastern Logo
1:00 pm - 7:00 pm
SFO
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CMB
41h 30m1 stop
China Eastern Logo
8:20 pm - 10:00 am
CMB
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SFO
26h 10m1 stop
$744China Eastern
Mon, Mar 9 - Sun, Mar 22
China Eastern Logo
12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
SFO
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CMB
41h 30m1 stop
China Eastern Logo
8:20 pm - 9:00 am
CMB
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SFO
26h 10m1 stop
$782China Eastern
Sat, Jan 17 - Sun, Feb 8
China Eastern Logo
12:00 pm - 11:40 pm
SFO
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CMB
46h 10m2 stops
China Eastern Logo
8:20 pm - 9:00 am
CMB
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SFO
26h 10m1 stop
$789China Eastern
Sat, Jan 17 - Sun, Feb 8
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3:00 pm - 7:20 am
SFO
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CMB
26h 50m2 stops
Air India Logo
4:00 pm - 8:50 pm
CMB
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SFO
42h 20m2 stops
$795Air India
Tue, Jan 27 - Thu, Feb 26
China Eastern Logo
12:00 pm - 11:40 pm
SFO
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CMB
46h 10m3 stops
China Eastern Logo
1:05 am - 9:00 am
CMB
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SFO
45h 25m3 stops
$796China Eastern
Sat, Jan 17 - Sat, Feb 7
China Eastern Logo
5:55 am - 7:00 pm
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CMB
47h 35m2 stops
China Eastern Logo
8:20 pm - 9:00 am
CMB
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SFO
26h 10m1 stop
$801China Eastern
Wed, Jan 14 - Sun, Jan 25

Cathay Pacific flights from San Francisco to Colombo

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Cathay Pacific
Jan 6
SFO11:25 amSan Francisco
22h 35m
1 stop
CMB11:30 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl
Jan 25
CMB12:45 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl
33h 45m
1 stop
SFO9:00 pmSan Francisco
$890
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Cathay Pacific
Dec 29
SFO11:25 amSan Francisco
22h 35m
1 stop
CMB11:30 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl
Feb 8
CMB12:45 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl
34h 00m
1 stop
SFO9:15 pmSan Francisco
$909
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Cathay Pacific
Jan 7
SFO11:25 amSan Francisco
22h 35m
1 stop
CMB11:30 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl
Jan 20
CMB12:45 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl
33h 45m
1 stop
SFO9:00 pmSan Francisco
$928
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Qatar Airways flights from San Francisco to Colombo

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Qatar Airways
Mar 2
SFO3:00 pmSan Francisco
22h 15m
1 stop
CMB2:45 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl
Mar 23
CMB11:15 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl
38h 55m
1 stop
SFO1:40 pmSan Francisco
$857
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Qatar Airways
Mar 1
SFO3:00 pmSan Francisco
29h 15m
1 stop
CMB9:45 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl
Mar 15
CMB7:30 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl
30h 40m
1 stop
SFO1:40 pmSan Francisco
$893
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Colombo that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated December 28, 2025.
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San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Thu 3/12

1:00 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop41h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 3/29

8:30 pm-9:05 am

1 stop25h 05m

$697

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Thu 3/12

1:00 pm-11:40 pm

3 stops46h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 3/29

8:30 pm-9:05 am

1 stop25h 05m

$699

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Mon 3/9

1:00 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop41h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 3/21

1:05 am-10:00 am

2 stops45h 25m

$734

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Mon 3/9

1:00 pm-11:40 pm

2 stops46h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 3/21

1:05 am-10:00 am

2 stops45h 25m

$741

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Mon 3/9

1:00 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop41h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 3/22

8:20 pm-10:00 am

1 stop26h 10m

$744

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Sat 1/17

12:00 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop41h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 2/8

8:20 pm-9:00 am

1 stop26h 10m

$782

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Sat 1/17

12:00 pm-11:40 pm

2 stops46h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 2/8

8:20 pm-9:00 am

1 stop26h 10m

$789

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Tue 1/27

3:00 pm-7:20 am

2 stops26h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 2/26

4:00 pm-8:50 pm

2 stops42h 20m

$795

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Sat 1/17

12:00 pm-11:40 pm

3 stops46h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 2/7

1:05 am-9:00 am

3 stops45h 25m

$796

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Wed 1/14

5:55 am-7:00 pm

2 stops47h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 1/25

8:20 pm-9:00 am

1 stop26h 10m

$801

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Colombo?

The month of September is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Colombo from San Francisco, with most prices found around $898. If you are unable to visit Colombo during the month of September, then departing from San Francisco during the month November is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $957.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Colombo from San Francisco when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Colombo for around $1,177 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Colombo from San Francisco for as low as $995 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time

27h 25m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Colombo takes 27h 25m
There are no direct flights from San Francisco to Colombo. There are no popular flight routes from San Francisco to Colombo.
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  • How far is San Francisco to Colombo by plane?

    The straight-line distance from San Francisco to Colombo is 9024.0 mi. By plane, this route typically takes 27h 25m.

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    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 San Francisco Airport 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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Rating
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China EasternPriceFrom $663Free CancellationRating
7.2
183 reviews
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Air IndiaPriceFrom $833Free CancellationRating
5.5
2,958 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $848Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,698 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $849Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,109 reviews
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom $866Free CancellationRating
8.1
1,421 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $1,047Free CancellationRating
7.3
4,126 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom $1,115Free CancellationRating
7.4
1,340 reviews
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Air CanadaPriceFrom $1,248Free CancellationRating
7.1
10,562 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom $1,681Free CancellationRating
8.1
3,447 reviews
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Fly into one of these airports located in Colombo

Airports listed have a maximum distance of 17.4 mi from Colombo
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport
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