How many flights depart from Zurich to Colombo on average per week?

As of November 2025, 5 flights take off from Zurich and land in Colombo each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 60% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Zurich to Colombo?

Etihad Airways, British Airways, and Emirates are the most popular carriers operating from Zurich to Colombo

What airlines fly to Colombo?

Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways and Emirates are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Colombo from Zurich according to our data. Etihad Airways is the first choice among our users, with 46% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Colombo. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Colombo on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Zurich Airport to Colombo?

Prices for flights from Zurich Airport to Colombo refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Zurich Airport to Colombo?

There are 6 operators available for flights from Zurich Airport to Colombo as of November 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from Zurich Airport to Colombo?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Zurich Airport to Colombo.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Colombo?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Colombo may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Colombo. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Zurich and Colombo?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $674 to $884. The lowest price recently found on this route was $626.

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9:35 pm - 8:20 pmZRH-CMB

18h 15m1 stop

9:50 am - 6:30 amCMB-ZRH

25h 10m1 stop

$626Etihad Airways

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Sun, Jan 11 - Fri, Jan 23

10:45 am - 8:20 pmZRH-CMB

29h 05m1 stop

4:00 am - 6:30 amCMB-ZRH

31h 00m1 stop

$627Etihad Airways

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Tue, Dec 2 - Mon, Dec 22

10:55 am - 8:20 pmZRH-CMB

28h 55m2 stops

2:50 am - 10:20 pmCMB-ZRH

24h 00m2 stops

$635Multiple Airlines

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Mon, Feb 23 - Fri, Mar 13

10:55 am - 2:00 amZRH-CMB

34h 35m3 stops

2:50 am - 5:15 pmCMB-ZRH

18h 55m2 stops

$645Multiple Airlines

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Mon, Feb 23 - Fri, Mar 13

11:05 am - 6:10 amZRH-CMB

14h 35m1 stop

7:40 am - 10:20 pmCMB-ZRH

19h 10m1 stop

$646Turkish Airlines

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Tue, Dec 30 - Thu, Jan 8

2:35 pm - 6:10 amZRH-CMB

35h 05m1 stop

8:00 am - 9:45 amCMB-ZRH

30h 15m1 stop

$652Turkish Airlines

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Tue, Dec 30 - Fri, Jan 9

8:45 am - 2:45 amZRH-CMB

13h 30m1 stop

7:30 pm - 7:00 amCMB-ZRH

16h 00m1 stop

$653Qatar Airways

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Tue, Dec 9 - Mon, Dec 22

3:40 pm - 4:30 pmZRH-CMB

20h 20m1 stop

3:25 am - 7:00 amCMB-ZRH

32h 05m1 stop

$655Qatar Airways

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Mon, Feb 16 - Wed, Mar 11

8:35 pm - 4:05 pmZRH-CMB

15h 00m1 stop

5:05 pm - 7:00 pmCMB-ZRH

30h 25m1 stop

$695Air India

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Fri, Jan 16 - Sat, Jan 31

8:35 pm - 7:20 amZRH-CMB

30h 15m1 stop

5:05 pm - 7:00 pmCMB-ZRH

30h 25m1 stop

$707Air India

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Nov 10

ZRH8:45 amZurich

13h 30m

1 stop

CMB2:45 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl

Dec 10

CMB8:50 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl

21h 20m

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ZRH1:40 pmZurich

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Dec 9

ZRH8:45 amZurich

13h 30m

1 stop

CMB2:45 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl

Dec 22

CMB7:30 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl

16h 00m

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ZRH7:00 amZurich

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Nov 11

ZRH3:40 pmZurich

23h 10m

1 stop

CMB7:20 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl

Dec 10

CMB8:50 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl

14h 40m

1 stop

ZRH7:00 amZurich

$655

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Jan 11

ZRH9:35 pmZurich

18h 15m

1 stop

CMB8:20 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl

Jan 23

CMB9:50 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl

25h 10m

1 stop

ZRH6:30 amZurich

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Dec 2

ZRH10:45 amZurich

29h 05m

1 stop

CMB8:20 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl

Dec 22

CMB4:00 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl

31h 00m

1 stop

ZRH6:30 amZurich

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Dec 2

ZRH10:45 amZurich

29h 05m

1 stop

CMB8:20 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl

Dec 22

CMB4:00 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl

31h 00m

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ZRH6:30 amZurich

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9:50 am-6:30 am

1 stop25h 10m

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1 stop31h 00m

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Mon 2/23

10:55 am-8:20 pm

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2:50 am-10:20 pm

2 stops24h 00m

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2:50 am-5:15 pm

2 stops18h 55m

$645

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ZRH - CMB

ZRHCMB

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11:05 am-6:10 am

1 stop14h 35m

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7:40 am-10:20 pm

1 stop19h 10m

$646

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Tue 12/30

2:35 pm-6:10 am

1 stop35h 05m

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8:00 am-9:45 am

1 stop30h 15m

$652

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8:45 am-2:45 am

1 stop13h 30m

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7:30 pm-7:00 am

1 stop16h 00m

$653

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Mon 2/16

3:40 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop20h 20m

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3:25 am-7:00 am

1 stop32h 05m

$655

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ZRH - CMB

ZRHCMB

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Fri 1/16

8:35 pm-4:05 pm

1 stop15h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

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5:05 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop30h 25m

$695

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ZRH - CMB

ZRHCMB

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Mon 3/9

8:35 pm-7:20 am

1 stop30h 15m

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5:05 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop30h 25m

$707

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Zurich and Colombo?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Colombo?

The month of September is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Colombo from Zurich, with most prices found around $742. If you are unable to visit Colombo during the month of September, then departing from Zurich during the month May is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $755.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Zurich to Colombo is on a Wednesday. Travelers who choose to depart for Colombo on a Wednesday will often find tickets for as low as $980. The most expensive day to fly to Colombo is Friday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,496.

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 morning. Flights from Zurich to Colombo during this time can be as low as $951. Flights to Colombo are more costly in the afternoon, with an average ticket price of $1,398. Departure times in the afternoon fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

What is the cheapest Zurich to Colombo flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Colombo from Zurich when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Colombo for around $870 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Colombo from Zurich for as low as $791 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Zurich to Colombo flights?

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on Zurich to Colombo flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Fastest flight time	9h 45m
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The fastest flight from Zurich to Colombo takes 9h 45m

Direct flights go from Zurich to Colombo on Tuesday and Saturday. There are no airlines offering direct flights.

There is 1 airport near Colombo: Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB)

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How far is Zurich to Colombo by plane?
The distance between Zurich and Colombo is about 4990.8 mi. Flights usually cover this in 11h 35m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Zurich Airport to Colombo?
Prices for flights from Zurich Airport to Colombo refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Zurich Airport to Colombo?
There are 6 operators available for flights from Zurich Airport to Colombo as of November 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Zurich Airport to Colombo?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Zurich Airport to Colombo.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Colombo?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Colombo may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Colombo. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $612	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,285 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $650	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,660 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Air India	PriceFrom $713	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.5 2,941 reviews	Search Air India flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $745	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,038 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
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SWISS	PriceFrom $1,103	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,776 reviews	Search SWISS flights

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

The cheapest day to depart from Zurich to Colombo is on a Wednesday. Travelers who choose to depart for Colombo on a Wednesday will often find tickets for as low as $980. The most expensive day to fly to Colombo is Friday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,496.

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

What is the cheapest Zurich to Colombo flight route?

Fly from Zurich to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl for the best Zurich - Colombo flight prices

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

What cabin class options are available on Zurich to Colombo flights?

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on Zurich to Colombo flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Zurich to Colombo?

Etihad Airways, British Airways, and Emirates are the most popular carriers operating from Zurich to Colombo

What airlines fly to Colombo?

How many flights depart from Zurich to Colombo on average per week?

As of November 2025, 5 flights take off from Zurich and land in Colombo each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 60% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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