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 25h 20m on average, while flying from Miami to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl is 23h 13m on average. Colombo Bandaranaike Intl is the most popular airport in Sri Lanka.

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Flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

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China Eastern

Mar 12

SFO

46h 10m

3 stops

CMB

Mar 21

CMB

45h 25m

2 stops

SFO

$743

Air India

Mar 5

JFK

18h 25m

1 stop

CMB

Mar 16

CMB

26h 20m

1 stop

JFK

$762

Air India

Apr 13

JFK

36h 00m

1 stop

CMB

Apr 23

CMB

26h 05m

1 stop

JFK

$765

Air India

Mar 22

JFK

18h 25m

1 stop

CMB

Mar 29

CMB

25h 50m

1 stop

JFK

$767

Cathay Pacific

Feb 3

JFK

23h 20m

1 stop

CMB

Feb 9

CMB

21h 45m

1 stop

JFK

$770

Etihad Airways

Mar 10

JFK

25h 35m

1 stop

CMB

Mar 24

CMB

21h 20m

1 stop

JFK

$771

Air India

Mar 9

JFK

18h 25m

1 stop

CMB

Mar 26

CMB

35h 00m

1 stop

JFK

$772

Air India

Apr 24

JFK

33h 35m

1 stop

CMB

May 10

CMB

26h 05m

1 stop

JFK

$775

Cathay Pacific

Feb 16

JFK

28h 00m

1 stop

CMB

Mar 2

CMB

21h 45m

1 stop

JFK

$777

China Eastern

Jan 29

SFO

46h 10m

2 stops

CMB

Feb 8

CMB

26h 10m

1 stop

SFO

$782

Etihad Airways

Jan 25

JFK

25h 20m

1 stop

CMB

Feb 5

CMB

22h 00m

1 stop

JFK

$784

Etihad Airways

Feb 26

JFK

30h 45m

1 stop

CMB

Mar 14

CMB

38h 50m

1 stop

JFK

$785

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1:00 pm - 11:40 pm

SFO

CMB

46h 10m

3 stops

1:05 am - 10:00 am

CMB

SFO

45h 25m

2 stops

$743China Eastern

Thu, Mar 12 - Sat, Mar 21

10:05 am - 3:00 pm

JFK

CMB

18h 25m

1 stop

4:00 pm - 8:50 am

CMB

JFK

26h 20m

1 stop

$762Air India

Thu, Mar 5 - Mon, Mar 16

1:40 pm - 11:30 pm

JFK

CMB

23h 20m

1 stop

12:45 am - 12:00 pm

CMB

JFK

21h 45m

1 stop

$770Cathay Pacific

Tue, Feb 3 - Mon, Feb 9

3:45 pm - 2:50 am

JFK

CMB

25h 35m

1 stop

9:30 pm - 9:20 am

CMB

JFK

21h 20m

1 stop

$771Etihad Airways

Tue, Mar 10 - Tue, Mar 24

9:00 am - 11:30 pm

JFK

CMB

28h 00m

1 stop

12:45 am - 12:00 pm

CMB

JFK

21h 45m

1 stop

$777Cathay Pacific

Mon, Feb 16 - Mon, Mar 2

3:00 pm - 2:50 am

JFK

CMB

25h 20m

1 stop

9:30 pm - 9:00 am

CMB

JFK

22h 00m

1 stop

$784Etihad Airways

Sun, Jan 25 - Thu, Feb 5

8:45 am - 10:45 am

SEA

CMB

36h 30m

1 stop

12:45 am - 7:10 am

CMB

SEA

19h 55m

1 stop

$789Singapore Airlines

Fri, Feb 27 - Thu, Mar 5

8:50 pm - 10:45 am

LAX

CMB

25h 25m

1 stop

12:15 pm - 8:55 pm

CMB

LAX

21h 10m

1 stop

$819Singapore Airlines

Sun, Mar 8 - Sun, Mar 22

10:30 am - 2:45 am

LGA

CMB

29h 45m

2 stops

4:15 am - 10:53 pm

CMB

LGA

28h 08m

2 stops

$917Qatar Airways

Tue, Jan 27 - Tue, Mar 17

2:15 pm - 1:55 am

LGA

CMB

25h 10m

2 stops

7:30 pm - 4:40 pm

CMB

LGA

30h 40m

2 stops

$919Qatar Airways

Mon, Feb 9 - Mon, Mar 16

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Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Thu 3/12

1:00 pm-11:40 pm

3 stops46h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 3/21

1:05 am-10:00 am

2 stops45h 25m

$743

New YorkColombo

JFK - CMB

JFKCMB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 3/5

10:05 am-3:00 pm

1 stop18h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 3/16

4:00 pm-8:50 am

1 stop26h 20m

$762

New YorkColombo

JFK - CMB

JFKCMB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 2/3

1:40 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop23h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 2/9

12:45 am-12:00 pm

1 stop21h 45m

$770

New YorkColombo

JFK - CMB

JFKCMB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 3/10

3:45 pm-2:50 am

1 stop25h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 3/24

9:30 pm-9:20 am

1 stop21h 20m

$771

New YorkColombo

JFK - CMB

JFKCMB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 2/16

9:00 am-11:30 pm

1 stop28h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 3/2

12:45 am-12:00 pm

1 stop21h 45m

$777

New YorkColombo

JFK - CMB

JFKCMB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 1/25

3:00 pm-2:50 am

1 stop25h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 2/5

9:30 pm-9:00 am

1 stop22h 00m

$784

SeattleColombo

SEA - CMB

SEACMB

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 2/27

8:45 am-10:45 am

1 stop36h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 3/5

12:45 am-7:10 am

1 stop19h 55m

$789

Los AngelesColombo

LAX - CMB

LAXCMB

Los Angeles

Sun 3/8

8:50 pm-10:45 am

1 stop25h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 3/22

12:15 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop21h 10m

$819

New YorkColombo

LGA - CMB

LGACMB

New York LaGuardia

Tue 1/27

10:30 am-2:45 am

2 stops29h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 3/17

4:15 am-10:53 pm

2 stops28h 08m

$917

New YorkColombo

LGA - CMB

LGACMB

New York LaGuardia

Mon 2/9

2:15 pm-1:55 am

2 stops25h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 3/16

7:30 pm-4:40 pm

2 stops30h 40m

$919

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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 16 different airlines that fly to Sri Lanka on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Cheapest flights to cities in Sri Lanka

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Summary info about Sri Lanka flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	$309
Best Round-Trip Price	$743
Fastest flight time	24h 20m

The best one-way flight price to Sri Lanka from United States in the last 72 hours is $309 (New York John F Kennedy Intl 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 $743 (San Francisco to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl).

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The fastest flight to Sri Lanka from United States takes 24h 20m (San Francisco 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, IndiGo, and Air Arabia, with prices starting at $98, $105, and $119 respectively.

What airlines fly to Sri Lanka?

Of the 16 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 96% 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.

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 January 2026, there are 40 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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