What are the most popular cities to visit in Sri Lanka?

For momondo users, the most popular city in Sri Lanka is Colombo, which is visited about 100% more often than any other city in Sri Lanka. Other very common cities that our users travel to are Jaffna and Hatton.

How long is the flight from United States to Sri Lanka?

Average flight duration from United States to Sri Lanka depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from Los Angeles to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl is 22h 35m on average, while flying from Miami to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl is 21h 55m on average. Colombo Bandaranaike Intl is the most popular airport in Sri Lanka.

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China Eastern

Jan 17

SFO

46h 10m

2 stops

CMB

Feb 8

CMB

26h 10m

1 stop

SFO

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China Eastern

Jan 14

SFO

47h 35m

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CMB

Jan 24

CMB

45h 25m

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SFO

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China Eastern

Jan 7

SFO

47h 35m

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CMB

Jan 20

CMB

45h 25m

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SFO

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China Eastern

Jan 17

SFO

41h 30m

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CMB

Feb 8

CMB

26h 10m

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SFO

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China Eastern

Jan 17

SFO

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CMB

Feb 8

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China Eastern

Jan 17

SFO

41h 30m

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Feb 7

CMB

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China Eastern

Mar 14

SFO

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Mar 29

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China Eastern

Mar 14

SFO

46h 10m

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CMB

Mar 27

CMB

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SFO

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Singapore Airlines

Mar 1

SEA

36h 30m

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CMB

Mar 13

CMB

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Air India

Jan 27

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26h 50m

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Feb 26

CMB

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Air India

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SFO

26h 50m

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Feb 26

CMB

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China Eastern

Mar 18

SFO

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Apr 1

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12:00 pm - 11:40 pm

SFO

CMB

46h 10m2 stops

8:20 pm - 9:00 am

CMB

SFO

26h 10m1 stop

$745China Eastern

Sat, Jan 17 - Sun, Feb 8

5:55 am - 7:00 pm

SFO

CMB

47h 35m2 stops

1:05 am - 9:00 am

CMB

SFO

45h 25m2 stops

$761China Eastern

Wed, Jan 14 - Sat, Jan 24

8:45 am - 10:45 am

SEA

CMB

36h 30m1 stop

12:45 am - 8:10 am

CMB

SEA

19h 55m1 stop

$793Singapore Airlines

Sun, Mar 1 - Fri, Mar 13

10:55 am - 11:30 pm

LAX

CMB

23h 05m1 stop

12:45 am - 10:15 am

CMB

LAX

22h 00m1 stop

$811Cathay Pacific

Fri, Feb 6 - Sun, Mar 15

3:00 pm - 8:15 am

JFK

CMB

30h 45m1 stop

9:50 am - 8:20 am

CMB

JFK

33h 00m1 stop

$817Etihad Airways

Sat, Feb 7 - Fri, Feb 20

9:00 am - 11:30 pm

JFK

CMB

28h 00m1 stop

12:45 am - 12:00 pm

CMB

JFK

21h 45m1 stop

$820Cathay Pacific

Sat, Jan 24 - Sat, Jan 31

2:35 pm - 2:50 am

IAD

CMB

25h 45m1 stop

9:50 am - 9:05 am

CMB

IAD

33h 45m1 stop

$887Etihad Airways

Sat, Jan 24 - Sun, Mar 1

9:45 am - 11:30 pm

SEA

CMB

25h 15m1 stop

12:45 am - 8:45 am

CMB

SEA

20h 30m1 stop

$893Singapore Airlines

Sat, Mar 21 - Sat, Mar 28

11:48 am - 2:45 am

SNA

CMB

25h 27m2 stops

11:15 am - 9:03 pm

CMB

SNA

46h 18m2 stops

$1,041Qatar Airways

Tue, Mar 3 - Fri, Mar 13

6:45 am - 1:55 am

SNA

CMB

29h 40m2 stops

3:25 am - 10:30 pm

CMB

SNA

31h 35m2 stops

$1,077Qatar Airways

Fri, Feb 6 - Sun, Mar 15

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Depart

Return

Price

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

$745

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Wed 1/14

5:55 am-7:00 pm

2 stops47h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 1/24

1:05 am-9:00 am

2 stops45h 25m

$761

SeattleColombo

SEA - CMB

SEACMB

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sun 3/1

8:45 am-10:45 am

1 stop36h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 3/13

12:45 am-8:10 am

1 stop19h 55m

$793

Los AngelesColombo

LAX - CMB

LAXCMB

Los Angeles

Fri 2/6

10:55 am-11:30 pm

1 stop23h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 3/15

12:45 am-10:15 am

1 stop22h 00m

$811

New YorkColombo

JFK - CMB

JFKCMB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 2/7

3:00 pm-8:15 am

1 stop30h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 2/20

9:50 am-8:20 am

1 stop33h 00m

$817

New YorkColombo

JFK - CMB

JFKCMB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 1/24

9:00 am-11:30 pm

1 stop28h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 1/31

12:45 am-12:00 pm

1 stop21h 45m

$820

Washington, D.C.Colombo

IAD - CMB

IADCMB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 1/24

2:35 pm-2:50 am

1 stop25h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 3/1

9:50 am-9:05 am

1 stop33h 45m

$887

SeattleColombo

SEA - CMB

SEACMB

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sat 3/21

9:45 am-11:30 pm

1 stop25h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 3/28

12:45 am-8:45 am

1 stop20h 30m

$893

Santa AnaColombo

SNA - CMB

SNACMB

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 3/3

11:48 am-2:45 am

2 stops25h 27m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 3/13

11:15 am-9:03 pm

2 stops46h 18m

$1,041

Santa AnaColombo

SNA - CMB

SNACMB

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 2/6

6:45 am-1:55 am

2 stops29h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 3/15

3:25 am-10:30 pm

2 stops31h 35m

$1,077

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Sri Lanka flights insights and trends

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What airlines fly to Sri Lanka?

Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways and Cathay Pacific are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Sri Lanka from United States according to our data. Qatar Airways is the first choice among our users, with 39% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Sri Lanka. Keep in mind that there are 15 different airlines that fly to Sri Lanka on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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Summary info about Sri Lanka flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	$386
Best Round-Trip Price	$745
Fastest flight time	19h 10m

The best one-way flight price to Sri Lanka from United States in the last 72 hours is $386 (San Francisco to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl).

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The best round-trip flight price to Sri Lanka from United States in the last 72 hours is $745 (San Francisco to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl).

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The fastest flight to Sri Lanka from United States takes 19h 10m (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl).

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Frequently asked questions about flying to Sri Lanka

What popular landmarks are in Sri Lanka?

While there are more than just a few landmarks in Sri Lanka, most momondo users find Pasikuda Beach, Arugam Bay Beach, Negombo Beach, and Pettah Market to be the most interesting places to see in the country.

What is the cheapest flight to Sri Lanka?

If you are looking to fly to Sri Lanka for less, look to airlines like SriLankan Airlines, Jetstar Asia, and IndiGo, with prices starting at $101, $105, and $105 respectively.

What airlines fly to Sri Lanka?

Of the 15 airlines that fly to Sri Lanka, Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways and Cathay Pacific happen to be the most favored based on our user data. Qatar Airways is the most popular among the three airlines, with 40% of users choosing them for their travels to Sri Lanka.

What is the most popular airport in Sri Lanka to fly to?

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl is the most popular airport in Sri Lanka to fly to, with 97% of all users traveling to Sri Lanka opting to take a flight into this airport. If you’re interested in staying in Colombo, which is the city in Sri Lanka that is closest to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl, then be sure to check momondo for cheap flight deals.

What is the best day of the week to fly to Sri Lanka?

Flying to Sri Lanka on a Monday or Wednesday is your best option since this is when flight prices tend to be at their lowest for the week. The most expensive day of the week to fly to Sri Lanka is on a Saturday.

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

Prices for flights to Sri Lanka refresh daily.

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

As of December 2025, there are 39 operators available to choose from for flights to Sri Lanka.

How old do you have to be to fly to Sri Lanka?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel to Sri Lanka.

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

The required travel and health documents for your Sri Lanka trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Sri Lanka. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Sri Lanka?

We help find the flight that best suits your needs; momondo compares prices from hundreds of airlines and travel agents and helps you filter them to find the best flight for you.

Can I find flights to Sri Lanka with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to Sri Lanka with this policy.

How can momondo help me find flights to Sri Lanka?

Once you have performed a search in the form on the page, momondo provides useful filters and insights. We can show you the cheapest days and times to fly as well as filter your options to help you make an informed choice when booking flights to Sri Lanka.

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