Cheap flights from New York City to Colombo

Flight deals from New York City to Colombo

Below you can see the best deals on flights New York City — Colombo for upcoming dates. Direct and connecting flights from various airlines — compare prices and choose the right ticket.

The lowest price for the next 2 months is on 6 October, from $395.

Top 10 cheap flights from New York City to Colombo

When is the best time to book a flight from New York City to Colombo?

The price of a flight from New York City to Colombo changes depending on how far ahead you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, book around 23 days before departure, when the average ticket costs about $618. Fares also tend to climb as the departure date gets closer.

About the New York City — Colombo flight

Looking for cheap flights from New York City to Colombo? Compare fares from different airlines, check the flight schedule and travel time — and book your New York City — Colombo ticket online at the best price.

A nonstop flight takes about 18 h 7 min, the distance between the cities is around 14,095 km.

Planning your trip? You may find our Colombo travel guide, how to get from the airport into town and Colombo weather forecast useful. To catch a low fare, use the low-price calendar and the monthly price chart on this page.

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14,095 kmDistance

18 h 7 minTravel time

Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for New York City — Colombo by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from $395 in October, and the most expensive are around $580 in December. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.

Prices by month

Average one-way fares from New York City to Colombo by month. Tickets are usually cheapest in June (around $499) and priciest in December (about $713) — use the table and chart below to pick the best time to fly.

Month	Average price	Level	Month	Average price	Level	Month	Average price	Level
Jan	$701	high	May	$523	low	Sep	$535	low
Feb	$677	high	Jun	$499	low	Oct	$547	low
Mar	$630	medium	Jul	$582	medium	Nov	$618	medium
Apr	$606	medium	Aug	$594	medium	Dec	$713	high

Some values are estimated based on seasonality.

When to fly

Weather in Colombo: it is warmest in February (up to 32 °C on average) and coolest in August (around 29 °C). The driest month is February.

Tickets are usually cheapest in October and most expensive in December. Compare prices and weather by month in the charts below to pick the best time to fly.

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How to get the best deal on a New York City — Colombo ticket

Book ahead: fares for New York City — Colombo are usually lower 3–8 weeks before departure than at the last minute.
Play with your dates — Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday departures are often cheaper than Friday and Sunday.
New York City is served by more than one airport — compare fares and travel time to each before you book.
The cheapest month to fly to Colombo is usually October — plan your trip around it if your dates are flexible.
Watch the low-price calendar and the monthly price trend on this page — they make it easier to catch a good date.
Travelling light? Pick a cabin-baggage-only fare — tickets without checked luggage are noticeably cheaper.
Get to the airport in good time — about 2–3 hours before an international departure and roughly an hour before a domestic one.

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Cities and airports on the New York City — Colombo route

Flights New York City — Colombo depart from John F. Kennedy International Airport, Newark Liberty International Airport, LaGuardia Airport and Westchester County Airport and arrive at Bandaranaike International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.

Departure

New York City

NYC

United States

About the city How to get there Weather All about the country United States

Arrival

Colombo

CMB

Sri Lanka

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Departure airports

John F. Kennedy International AirportJFK
About the airport
Newark Liberty International AirportEWR
About the airport
LaGuardia AirportLGA
About the airport
Westchester County AirportHPN
About the airport
New York Skyports Seaplane BaseNYS
About the airport

Arrival airports

Bandaranaike International AirportCMB
About the airport

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Frequently asked questions about the New York City — Colombo flight

How long is the flight from New York City to Colombo?

A nonstop New York City — Colombo flight takes about 18 h 7 min — the distance between the cities is around 14,095 km.

How far is it from New York City to Colombo?

The distance from New York City to Colombo is about 14,095 km.

Which airports do New York City — Colombo flights use?

Flights from New York City depart from John F. Kennedy International Airport, Newark Liberty International Airport, LaGuardia Airport, and arrive at Bandaranaike International Airport. If a city has more than one airport, check which one your ticket uses before you travel.

How much is a ticket from New York City to Colombo?

The price of a New York City — Colombo ticket depends on your travel date, season and demand: it is usually cheapest to fly in October, and most expensive in December. Tickets typically cost between $395 and $580. Check the current lowest fare and low-price calendar on this page.

When is the best time to book flights New York City — Colombo?

Flights New York City — Colombo are usually cheaper when booked in advance — a few weeks before departure and away from peak dates; the most budget-friendly month to fly is October. Compare prices by month in the price trend chart on this page.

How can I find the cheapest flights from New York City to Colombo?

To catch a low fare New York City — Colombo, book a few weeks in advance, keep your dates flexible, and compare airlines and connecting options. The low-price calendar and monthly price chart on this page show the cheapest days and months at a glance: the most budget-friendly month to fly is usually October.

How early should I arrive at the airport?

For international flights, plan to be at the airport about 2–3 hours before departure, and around an hour before a domestic flight. Allow extra time during busy travel seasons and at large hubs, where check-in and security lines can be longer.