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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Colombo from $429

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China Eastern Logo
12:00 pm - 7:00 pmSFO-CMB
42h 30m1 stop
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8:30 pm - 2:48 pmCMB-SFO
30h 48m2 stops
$866China Eastern
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Mon, Sep 8 - Wed, Sep 17
China Eastern Logo
12:00 pm - 9:10 pmSFO-CMB
44h 40m3 stops
China Eastern Logo
8:30 pm - 5:18 pmCMB-SFO
33h 18m2 stops
$873China Eastern
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Mon, Sep 8 - Wed, Sep 17
Air India Logo
10:25 pm - 3:00 pmSFO-CMB
28h 05m2 stops
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8:20 am - 7:00 amCMB-SFO
35h 10m1 stop
$876Air India
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Thu, Sep 4 - Sat, Sep 20
Air India Logo
10:25 pm - 3:00 pmSFO-CMB
28h 05m2 stops
Air India Logo
8:20 am - 7:00 amCMB-SFO
35h 10m1 stop
$889Air India
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Sat, Sep 20 - Wed, Oct 1
Qatar Airways Logo
3:55 pm - 9:40 amSFO-CMB
29h 15m1 stop
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4:35 am - 1:35 pmCMB-SFO
21h 30m1 stop
$890Qatar Airways
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Mon, Sep 15 - Mon, Sep 22
Qatar Airways Logo
3:55 pm - 3:05 amSFO-CMB
22h 40m1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
3:35 am - 1:35 pmCMB-SFO
22h 30m1 stop
$892Qatar Airways
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Wed, Sep 24 - Tue, Oct 7
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:25 am - 11:30 pmSFO-CMB
22h 35m1 stop
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12:45 am - 4:05 pmCMB-SFO
28h 50m1 stop
$893Cathay Pacific
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Wed, Nov 19 - Mon, Jan 19
Cathay Pacific Logo
12:20 am - 11:30 pmSFO-CMB
34h 40m1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
12:50 am - 11:15 amCMB-SFO
22h 55m1 stop
$899Cathay Pacific
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Sat, Oct 11 - Sat, Oct 18
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1:40 pm - 11:30 pmSFO-CMB
21h 20m1 stop
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8:20 am - 7:00 amCMB-SFO
35h 10m1 stop
$902
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Sun, Aug 31 - Sun, Sep 21
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12:35 am - 9:55 pmSFO-CMB
32h 50m3 stops
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10:55 pm - 2:45 pmCMB-SFO
28h 20m3 stops
$934
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China Eastern flights from San Francisco to Colombo

Our best China Eastern deals on San Francisco to Colombo flight tickets
China Eastern
Sep 8
SFO12:00 pmSan Francisco
42h 30m
1 stop
CMB7:00 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl
Sep 17
CMB8:30 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl
30h 48m
2 stops
SFO2:48 pmSan Francisco
$866
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China Eastern
Sep 8
SFO12:00 pmSan Francisco
44h 40m
3 stops
CMB9:10 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl
Sep 17
CMB8:30 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl
33h 18m
2 stops
SFO5:18 pmSan Francisco
$873
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China Eastern
Sep 4
SFO12:00 pmSan Francisco
42h 30m
1 stop
CMB7:00 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl
Sep 20
CMB8:30 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl
47h 50m
2 stops
SFO7:50 amSan Francisco
$884
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Air India flights from San Francisco to Colombo

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Air India
Sep 4
SFO10:25 pmSan Francisco
28h 05m
2 stops
CMB3:00 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl
Sep 20
CMB8:20 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl
35h 10m
1 stop
SFO7:00 amSan Francisco
$876
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Air India
Sep 20
SFO10:25 pmSan Francisco
28h 05m
2 stops
CMB3:00 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl
Oct 1
CMB8:20 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl
35h 10m
1 stop
SFO7:00 amSan Francisco
$889
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Air India
Sep 17
SFO10:25 pmSan Francisco
28h 05m
2 stops
CMB3:00 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl
Sep 24
CMB7:15 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl
24h 15m
1 stop
SFO7:00 amSan Francisco
$897
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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 August 28, 2025.
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San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Mon 9/8

12:00 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop42h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 9/17

8:30 pm-2:48 pm

2 stops30h 48m

$866

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Mon 9/8

12:00 pm-9:10 pm

3 stops44h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 9/17

8:30 pm-5:18 pm

2 stops33h 18m

$873

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Thu 9/4

10:25 pm-3:00 pm

2 stops28h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 9/20

8:20 am-7:00 am

1 stop35h 10m

$876

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Sat 9/20

10:25 pm-3:00 pm

2 stops28h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 10/1

8:20 am-7:00 am

1 stop35h 10m

$889

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Mon 9/15

3:55 pm-9:40 am

1 stop29h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 9/22

4:35 am-1:35 pm

1 stop21h 30m

$890

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Wed 9/24

3:55 pm-3:05 am

1 stop22h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 10/7

3:35 am-1:35 pm

1 stop22h 30m

$892

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Wed 11/19

11:25 am-11:30 pm

1 stop22h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 1/19

12:45 am-4:05 pm

1 stop28h 50m

$893

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Sat 10/11

12:20 am-11:30 pm

1 stop34h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 10/18

12:50 am-11:15 am

1 stop22h 55m

$899

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Sun 8/31

1:40 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop21h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 9/21

8:20 am-7:00 am

1 stop35h 10m

$902

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Mon 9/8

12:35 am-9:55 pm

3 stops32h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 10/15

10:55 pm-2:45 pm

3 stops28h 20m

$934

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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 $1,005. If you are unable to visit Colombo during the month of September, then departing from San Francisco during the month October is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $1,016.

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

The cheapest day to depart from San Francisco to Colombo is on a Sunday. Travelers who choose to depart for Colombo on a Sunday will often find tickets for as low as $1,387. The most expensive day to fly to Colombo is Wednesday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,512.

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

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Colombo is in the evening. Flights from San Francisco to Colombo during this time can be as low as $1,411. Flights to Colombo are more costly at noon, with an average ticket price of $1,575. Departure times at noon fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

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 $1,255 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 $1,027 on momondo.

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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 21h 20m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Colombo?

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport 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 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.

Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Colombo

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China EasternPriceFrom $663Free CancellationRating
7.2
164 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $809Free CancellationRating
7.6
977 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $893Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,611 reviews
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Air IndiaPriceFrom $896Free CancellationRating
5.5
2,929 reviews
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom $949Free CancellationRating
8.1
1,352 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $981Free CancellationRating
7.3
3,955 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom $1,136Free CancellationRating
7.4
1,241 reviews
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Air CanadaPriceFrom $1,248Free CancellationRating
7.1
10,000 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom $1,628Free CancellationRating
8.1
3,322 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
Colombo Diyawanna Oya Seaplane Base Airport