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Cheap flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to anywhere

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CMB — MEL
2 May — 9 May1
1 adult
Thu 2/5
Thu 9/5

What to know about flights from Colombo

Discover essential information about flights departing from Colombo, including flight schedules, destinations, airlines operating at the Colombo airport, and any specific guidelines or requirements for travellers. Please note that the information is based on the most recent updates available. Data last updated 27 April 2024.

Cheapest one-way flight

$166

Cheapest round-trip flight

$229

Cheapest airline

IndiGo

Most popular destination

Singapore Changi (SIN)
The cheapest one-way flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl is currently to Chennai.
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The cheapest round-trip flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl is currently to Chennai.
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On average, IndiGo currently has the cheapest one-way flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl.
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Singapore Changi (SIN) is currently the most popular flight destination from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl.
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Cheapest flights from Colombo

Explore the most affordable flight options available from Colombo. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 27 April 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 586,962 searches.
Mon 1/700:50CMB - KUL
1 stop12h 30mSingapore Airlines
Tue 30/718:40KUL - CMB
1 stop7h 25mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 26/4$406
Mon 13/503:20CMB - BKK
1 stop28h 15mIndiGo
Mon 20/510:05BKK - CMB
1 stop28h 15mIndiGo
Deal found 27/4$433
Wed 12/600:50CMB - KUL
1 stop14h 20mSingapore Airlines
Tue 18/610:25KUL - CMB
1 stop15h 40mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 26/4$451
Tue 11/600:50CMB - KUL
1 stop10h 25mSingapore Airlines
Sat 29/608:55KUL - CMB
1 stop17h 10mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 27/4$453
Sat 15/600:05CMB - KUL
Nonstop3h 45mMalaysia Airlines
Wed 19/622:00KUL - CMB
Nonstop3h 25mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 26/4$478
Thu 6/600:05CMB - KUL
Nonstop3h 45mMalaysia Airlines
Mon 10/622:00KUL - CMB
Nonstop3h 25mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 27/4$479
Wed 5/610:40CMB - DPS
1 stop9h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 13/614:45DPS - CMB
1 stop9h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$481
Mon 27/500:50CMB - KUL
1 stop10h 25mSingapore Airlines
Wed 26/611:00KUL - CMB
1 stop15h 05mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 26/4$482
Sun 7/700:50CMB - KUL
1 stop12h 30mSingapore Airlines
Mon 15/718:40KUL - CMB
1 stop7h 25mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 27/4$484

Last-minute flight deals from Colombo

Discover last-minute flight deals departing from Colombo. Take advantage of attractive deals offered by airlines for spontaneous travel. These deals are subject to availability and can provide significant savings for flexible travellers. Please note that the availability of last-minute deals can vary and may change quickly. Data last updated 27 April 2024 and based on user searches. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 586,962 searches.
Tue 30/422:55CMB - SIN
1 stop7h 05mAirAsia
Sat 4/514:10SIN - CMB
1 stop10h 15mAirAsia
Deal found 26/4$479
Tue 7/500:25CMB - KUL
Nonstop3h 35mMalaysia Airlines
Wed 15/522:00KUL - CMB
Nonstop3h 25mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 26/4$504
Sat 4/500:25CMB - SIN
1 stop7h 20mMalaysia Airlines
Sun 12/519:15SIN - CMB
1 stop6h 10mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 27/4$582
Tue 30/422:55CMB - SIN
1 stop8h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 4/520:10SIN - CMB
Nonstop3h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4$595
Tue 30/422:55CMB - SIN
1 stop7h 05mMultiple Airlines
Fri 3/502:45SIN - CMB
1 stop12h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4$601
Tue 7/500:50CMB - KUL
1 stop7h 35mSingapore Airlines
Wed 15/518:20KUL - CMB
1 stop7h 45mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 26/4$620
Mon 29/403:30CMB - SIN
2 stops21h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 4/513:30SIN - CMB
1 stop10h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4$631
Thu 2/500:05CMB - KUL
Nonstop3h 45mMalaysia Airlines
Fri 3/522:00KUL - CMB
Nonstop3h 25mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 27/4$634
Tue 30/409:00CMB - SIN
2 stops15h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 4/517:35SIN - CMB
2 stops18h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4$702

International flights from Colombo

Explore international flight options available from Colombo. Discover the destinations served by airlines operating from Colombo, compare fares, and find the ideal international flight for your travel plans. Please note that the flight options are sourced from user searches, with fares last updated on 27 April 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 586,962 searches.
Wed 5/610:40CMB - DPS
1 stop9h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 13/614:45DPS - CMB
1 stop9h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$481
Sat 29/608:20CMB - DEL
Nonstop3h 30mAir India
Fri 12/720:40DEL - CMB
1 stop10h 40mAir India
Deal found 26/4$496
Wed 5/610:40CMB - DPS
1 stop9h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 13/608:25DPS - CMB
2 stops16h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$510
Wed 29/512:45CMB - DEL
1 stop22h 10mVistara
Fri 31/511:40DEL - CMB
1 stop27h 20mVistara
Deal found 25/4$525
Wed 29/512:45CMB - DEL
1 stop12h 15mVistara
Fri 31/511:40DEL - CMB
1 stop27h 20mVistara
Deal found 26/4$540
Wed 10/718:20CMB - DEL
1 stop14h 35mAir India
Mon 15/705:55DEL - CMB
1 stop7h 20mAir India
Deal found 26/4$543
Mon 8/717:05CMB - DEL
1 stop6h 20mAir India
Fri 12/705:55DEL - CMB
1 stop25h 25mAir India
Deal found 27/4$546
Wed 29/508:20CMB - DEL
Nonstop3h 30mAir India
Fri 31/512:30DEL - CMB
Nonstop3h 35mAir India
Deal found 25/4$551
Sat 25/500:05CMB - SGN
1 stop14h 05mMalaysia Airlines
Sun 2/616:40SGN - CMB
1 stop7h 45mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 26/4$556

Direct flights from Colombo

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Sun 2/600:05CMB - KUL
Nonstop3h 45mMalaysia Airlines
Wed 12/622:00KUL - CMB
Nonstop3h 25mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 27/4$478
Thu 6/600:05CMB - KUL
Nonstop3h 45mMalaysia Airlines
Mon 10/622:00KUL - CMB
Nonstop3h 25mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 27/4$479
Wed 22/500:05CMB - KUL
Nonstop3h 45mMalaysia Airlines
Fri 31/522:00KUL - CMB
Nonstop3h 25mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 27/4$504
Wed 18/900:50CMB - SIN
Nonstop4h 00mSingapore Airlines
Mon 23/922:20SIN - CMB
Nonstop3h 45mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 27/4$605
Fri 16/800:05CMB - KUL
Nonstop3h 45mMalaysia Airlines
Sat 24/822:00KUL - CMB
Nonstop3h 25mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 27/4$608
Sun 7/700:05CMB - KUL
Nonstop3h 45mMalaysia Airlines
Mon 15/722:00KUL - CMB
Nonstop3h 25mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 27/4$609
Tue 17/900:50CMB - SIN
Nonstop4h 00mSingapore Airlines
Wed 25/922:20SIN - CMB
Nonstop3h 45mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 27/4$624
Mon 13/500:55CMB - BKK
Nonstop3h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 20/507:45BKK - CMB
Nonstop3h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4$624
Wed 12/600:50CMB - SIN
Nonstop4h 00mSingapore Airlines
Mon 24/622:20SIN - CMB
Nonstop3h 45mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 27/4$626

Find flights from Colombo within your budget

Find flights departing from Colombo that match your specified budget. Filter results by price range, allowing you to narrow down options and find flights that fit within your financial constraints. Please note that the search results are based on data from user searches, with fares last updated on 27 April 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 586,962 searches

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Any airport

Budget

$406 - $484

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Colombo Bandaranaike IntlKuala Lumpur Intl

CMB - KUL

CMBKUL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 1/7

1 stop12h 30m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 30/7

1 stop7h 25m

$406

Colombo Bandaranaike IntlBangkok Suvarnabhumi

CMB - BKK

CMBBKK

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 13/5

1 stop28h 15m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Mon 20/5

1 stop28h 15m

$433

Colombo Bandaranaike IntlKuala Lumpur Intl

CMB - KUL

CMBKUL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 12/6

1 stop14h 20m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 18/6

1 stop15h 40m

$451

Colombo Bandaranaike IntlKuala Lumpur Intl

CMB - KUL

CMBKUL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 11/6

1 stop10h 25m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 29/6

1 stop17h 10m

$453

Colombo Bandaranaike IntlKuala Lumpur Intl

CMB - KUL

CMBKUL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 15/6

Nonstop3h 45m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 19/6

Nonstop3h 25m

$478

Colombo Bandaranaike IntlKuala Lumpur Intl

CMB - KUL

CMBKUL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 6/6

Nonstop3h 45m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 10/6

Nonstop3h 25m

$479

Colombo Bandaranaike IntlDenpasar Bali Ngurah Rai

CMB - DPS

CMBDPS

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 5/6

1 stop9h 35m

Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai

Thu 13/6

1 stop9h 40m

$481

Colombo Bandaranaike IntlKuala Lumpur Intl

CMB - KUL

CMBKUL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 27/5

1 stop10h 25m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 26/6

1 stop15h 05m

$482

Colombo Bandaranaike IntlKuala Lumpur Intl

CMB - KUL

CMBKUL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 7/7

1 stop12h 30m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 15/7

1 stop7h 25m

$484

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Deals found on 26/4

When is the best time to book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Colombo. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.
The best time to book flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is 72 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Colombo. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.
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Midday
Afternoon
Evening
All times are departure.
Those who are seeking the cheapest fare on flights departing from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport would be wise to consider leaving during Friday afternoons when prices are typically at their lowest. When considering other options, price-conscious travelers should avoid Tuesday at midday when fares are usually the most expensive.
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Average price of flights from Colombo by month

Plan your trip from Colombo by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Colombo is currently $320 while a return flight costs $461. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $730). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December will prove the most costly (average of $1,270). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

$239

February

$207

March

$237

April

$233

May

$202

June

$214

July

$234

August

$205

September

$230

October

$225

November

$243

December

$268

Airline reviews for flights from Colombo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service from Colombo. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing airline for your flight from Colombo. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 586,962 searches.
Singapore Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,479 reviews
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Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

Singapore Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,479 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,479 reviews
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Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
4,064 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,479 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

Cathay Pacific
7.8
Good
1,129 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,479 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

Qantas Airways
7.7
Good
998 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,479 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

Malaysia Airlines
7.5
Good
403 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,479 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

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  • What are the most popular destinations to fly to from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    For the current month, the most popular flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport are Chennai, Melbourne Airport, Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport. Chennai, Dubai, Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport are the most popular locations from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport year round.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to anywhere?

    Users have flown out of Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport for as low as $166 to Chennai (prices may vary depending on the airline and departure time). On average, users have booked flights for $1,018 to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to anywhere?

    According to our data, users have found Air India, FitsAir, and IndiGo to have the cheapest round-trip prices from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. Some of the destinations and prices are as follows: Air India flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl ($234). FitsAir flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai Intl ($234). IndiGo flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Coimbatore Peelamedu ($255).

  • What is the shortest nonstop flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    We've found Madurai, Thiruvananthapuram, and Tiruchirappalli as options for shorter direct flights within 357 km of Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. These locations can be great options for travelers looking to go somewhere and back quickly.

  • What is the farthest nonstop flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    If flights to distant destinations are more of your preference, check pricing for London, Paris, and Frankfurt am Main.

  • What are popular destinations to fly to from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport offers frequent flights to Doha (182 flights per day), Malé (148 flights per day) and Dubai (81 flights per day).

  • Which airlines fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    When flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport check dates and pricing for the following: AirAsia, FitsAir, Thai AirAsia, IndiGo, Gulf Air. As they depart for the following popular destinations: Bangkok, Malé, Coimbatore, Dubai.

  • What is the cheapest premium economy flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Options for some of the cheapest premium economy flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport we have found on Cheapflights are as follows:
    Fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport starting at $748
    Fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Singapore starting at $3,216
    Fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Dubai starting at $4,004

  • What is the cheapest first class flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    If you’re looking to fly first-class from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to anywhere, put Malé on your list as prices start at $10,423 for this destination.

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Currently, the cheapest month for flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is May. The most expensive month for flights is December. The cheapest prices are shown above but prices will vary according to departure times, airlines, class and how early you book.

  • When is the cheapest time to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Those who are seeking the cheapest fare on flights departing from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport would be wise to consider leaving during Friday afternoons when prices are typically at their lowest. When considering other options, price-conscious travelers should avoid Tuesday at midday when fares are usually the most expensive.

  • When is the best time to book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    The best time to book flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is 72 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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