$521 Cheap flights to Sri Lanka

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Cheap flights to Sri Lanka from $521 One Way, $955 Round Trip

$955 return flights and $521 one-way flights to Sri Lanka were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Mon, Mar 3 - Wed, Mar 26

LAX

Los Angeles

CMB

Colombo

$955

Roundtrip

found 20 hours ago

Sun, Oct 6 - Mon, Oct 14

JFK

New York

CMB

Colombo

$992

Roundtrip

just found

Sun, Sep 22 - Wed, Oct 2

IAD

Washington

CMB

Colombo

$1,002

Roundtrip

just found

Sun, May 5 - Sun, May 19

JFK

New York

CMB

Colombo

$1,031

Roundtrip

found 1 hour ago

Mon, Aug 26 - Wed, Sep 11

IAD

Washington

CMB

Colombo

$1,037

Roundtrip

found 2 days ago

Mon, Dec 30 - Sun, Jan 12

IAD

Washington

CMB

Colombo

$1,037

Roundtrip

found 2 days ago

Sat, May 4 - Mon, May 13

CMH

Columbus

CMB

Colombo

$1,305

Roundtrip

found 5 days ago

Thu, Mar 6 - Fri, Mar 21

CMH

Columbus

CMB

Colombo

$1,331

Roundtrip

found 5 days ago

Fri, Mar 7 - Sat, Mar 22

CMH

Columbus

CMB

Colombo

$1,354

Roundtrip

found 5 days ago

Sat, Feb 1 - Fri, Feb 28

CMH

Columbus

CMB

Colombo

$1,356

Roundtrip

found 5 days ago

Wed, Sep 4 - Fri, Sep 13

CMH

Columbus

CMB

Colombo

$1,397

Roundtrip

found 20 hours ago

Sat, Feb 1 - Mon, Feb 24

CMH

Columbus

CMB

Colombo

$1,402

Roundtrip

found 1 day ago

Deals For This Weekend's Flights

Origin	Destination	Travel Dates	Flights From*
CMH	Seeduwa - Katunayake	May 4 to May 13	$1,305

*Prices include taxes and fees

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Cinnamon Red Colombo

59, Ananda Coomaraswamy Mawatha, Colombo

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$71

per night

May 3 - May 4

Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Chabad of Sri Lanka and Gem ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (995 reviews)

"Great hotel which all the necessary facilities. Decent sized rooms and lovely views of sunset and sunrise from the rooftop bar."

Reviewed on Apr 3, 2024

Hotel Mango Garden

No 32/A, Saranankara Mawatha, Kandy

Stay at this hotel in Kandy. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast. Popular attractions Malwathu Maha Viharaya and Kandy Lake are located nearby. Discover ...

7/10 Good! (18 reviews)

"Liked everything about the guest house. Good value nice and friendly staff."

Reviewed on Jan 19, 2023

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Ashan's Cozy Apartments

8B, Vajira road, Bambalapitiya, Colombo

$17

per night

May 3 - May 4

Stay at this guesthouse in Colombo. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Majestic City and Raux Brothers are located ...

4.8/10 (14 reviews)

"Bad accommodations and"

Reviewed on Mar 26, 2023

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Ocean Edge Suites & Hotel Colombo

Marine Drive (Kollupitiya), 10th Lane, No.24, Colombo

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$58

per night

May 23 - May 24

Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Colombo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast. Popular attractions Marino Mall and Saskia Fernando ...

6.6/10 (83 reviews)

family trip

"Staying with family and the place is clean and safe, Also the area is main heart of the city which is walkable to MC and near cafe shops, even malls."

Reviewed on Aug 9, 2023

Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Ocean Edge Suites & Hotel Colombo

Marine Drive (Kollupitiya), 10th Lane, No.24, Colombo

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$58

per night

May 23 - May 24

Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Colombo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast. Popular attractions Marino Mall and Saskia Fernando ...

6.6/10 (83 reviews)

family trip

"Staying with family and the place is clean and safe, Also the area is main heart of the city which is walkable to MC and near cafe shops, even malls."

Reviewed on Aug 9, 2023

Rockwell Colombo

14 Cross Road, (Off Ward Place), Colombo

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$32

per night

May 20 - May 21

Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast. Popular attractions House of Fashions and Australian High Commission ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (114 reviews)

"We booked late so most other similarly-priced options were already taken. The Rockwell is clean, air conditioned, well located and friendly. No elevator (not a problem for us). For a reasonably priced place we were very happy but we didn't spend much time in the room."

Reviewed on Mar 27, 2024

Supun Arcade Residency

56, Galle Road, Colombo

$207

per night

May 14 - May 15

Stay at this 3-star beach aparthotel in Colombo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Raux Brothers and Isipathanaramaya ...

7.2/10 Good! (139 reviews)

"spasious and comfortable."

Reviewed on Mar 6, 2022

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Ahangama Eco Villa

Ahangama Eco Villa, Imaduwa Road, Ahangama, Southern Province

Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Ahangama. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private pools. Popular attractions Kabalana Beach and Kathaluwa Old Temple are ...

9.4/10 Exceptional! (9 reviews)

"Cute little homestay. The dog sounds like it is the biggest meanest dog ever... he is not. He is small, cute and really wants to be chased around the house. The rooms are perfect, AC, Bathrooms are nice with hot showers and a fridge. Breakfast was delicious and filling. Location is great, the town ..."

Reviewed on Feb 16, 2020

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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Marino Beach Colombo

590 Marine Drive, Colombo, WP

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$71

per night

May 24 - May 25

Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (790 reviews)

"This is nice property with upgraded room and bathroom. The infinity pool is amazing. Location is great. Great choice of food at the breakfast buffet. Live station was good. Already cooked meals were ok. Need to improve the taste a little. Working crew can add little bit more character by smiling ..."

Reviewed on Apr 30, 2024

Granbell Hotel Colombo

Kollupitiya Road, 282/5, Colombo, Western Province

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$76

per night

May 8 - May 9

Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our reviews. Popular ...

7.8/10 Good! (95 reviews)

"A beautiful hotel, clean and nice sea view and friendly staff"

Reviewed on Apr 26, 2024

Galle Face Hotel

2 Galle Road, Colombo

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$119

per night

May 4 - May 5

Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 7 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...

9/10 Wonderful! (998 reviews)

"The hotel is very nice and the pool is great! The only disappointment was the bed sheets were dirty in a junior suite"

Reviewed on Apr 29, 2024

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Shangri-La Colombo

1 Galle Face, Colombo

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$185

per night

May 10 - May 11

Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 restaurants. Popular attractions One Galle Face and Beira Lake are located ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (335 reviews)

"Here's the revised review incorporating the additional details about the breakfast buffet and gluten-free options: My wife and I stopped over at the Shangri-La hotel in Sri Lanka on our way from Australia to the Maldives. We arrived around 11 pm on an Air Sri Lanka flight. If you don't fly business ..."

Reviewed on Mar 31, 2024

Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Family Friendly Hotels in Sri Lanka

Ayaana Boutique Hotel

98/2 Udagunnepana Polgolla, Kandy

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$48

per night

May 3 - May 4

Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Kandy. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Udawatta Kele Sanctuary and ...

9.4/10 Exceptional! (26 reviews)

Families like: Outdoor pools, babysitting, bicycle rentals, extra beds/cribs

Travelers say...

"Big rooms, very kind staff, main hall looks very nice. The water stream at the shower was a bit weak"

Reviewed on Dec 28, 2023

Morning Star Guest House

Bandaramulla, Mirissa

Stay at this 3-star beach guesthouse in Mirissa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Mirissa Beach and Coconut Tree Hill Viewpoint ...

4/10 (2 reviews)

Families like: Outdoor pools, kitchen, bicycle rentals, extra beds/cribs

Did not honor reservation

"Was told guesthouse no longer works with Expedia. Very unhappy as I had to find an alternate room at 7:30pm on fri night in high season."

Reviewed on Jan 11, 2018

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Shangri-La Hambantota

Sittrakala Estate, Chithragala, Ambalantota, Hambantota

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$170

per night

May 3 - May 4

Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Hambantota. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Shangri-La's Golf and Country Club and ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (88 reviews)

Families like: Kids pool, waterslide, kids club, playground

Travelers say...

"Overall we loved all facilities in and around the hotel. Its absolutely amazing. We look for to stay in Shangrila Hambantota during our next vacation in Sri Lankan"

Reviewed on Mar 18, 2024

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Rivorich Residence

8/6 River Side Garden, Sirimalwatta, Gunnapana, Lewella, Kandy, Central Province

$27

per night

May 8 - May 9

Stay at this 3-star family-friendly B&B in Kandy. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Udawatta Kele Sanctuary and International ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (21 reviews)

Families like: Game room, babysitting, bicycle rentals, extra beds/cribs

Anstey Nomad in Kandy

"Great hotel, quite location, friendly staff, modern, clean and spacious rooms. The breakfast was very good and evening meals could be cooked to order. I hope to return next time I visit Kandy."

Reviewed on Mar 18, 2020

Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Frequently asked questions

Which airlines fly to Sri Lanka?

With 24 airlines waiting to help you get away to Sri Lanka, finding an ideal flight will be a breeze. Lock in your fare with one of these leading carriers that operate services to Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB):

SriLankan Airlines - 480 flights to Sri Lanka per month
Qatar Airways - 51 flights to Sri Lanka per month
Emirates - 35 flights to Sri Lanka per month

How much is a flight to Sri Lanka?

If you’re hunting down a round-trip flight, airfares fluctuated from $955 to $1,402 this week. The cheapest price for one-way was $521, departing from New York (JFK).

How to book the cheapest flight to Sri Lanka?

Using Orbitz, you’ll uncover some of the most affordable flight deals around from a wide range of airlines. But if you’d love to heighten your chances of landing cheap flights to Sri Lanka, here are some suggestions to keep in mind:

Taking off from or arriving at nearby airports can sometimes be cheaper. Type in your preferred departure and arrival points. Next, select the ‘Nearby airports’ function below the form fields to look through your options.
Similarly, click on the ‘Show flexible dates’ link to bring up the fares on days around your chosen departure. It’s possible to pick up cheaper flight deals if your dates are flexible.
To fine tune your results, hit ‘Show options.’ You can search based on airlines, seating class, nonstop flights and refundable flights. You can also select your preferred departure and arrival times under ‘Sort & Filter’ to the left.
The early bird gets the biggest savings, so book your tickets the moment you know your travel dates. The cheapest fares go like hotcakes and prices generally rise as the departure date nears.
Bundle your flights, hotels and car rentals into an impressive package deal. Save your hard-earned money for things you’re really excited about, like exploring Sri Lanka.
Flying during busier seasons means higher airfares. Try to travel outside of popular periods, such as Easter, Thanksgiving and school breaks.

What is the best time to book a flight to Sri Lanka?

On average, the cheapest time to book a seat is in January. This is followed by February then August. When seeking a cheap flight to Sri Lanka, it always pays to be ready to book. Cheap deals emerge quickly and don’t wait around!

What day of the week is the cheapest to book a flight to Sri Lanka?

When it comes to cheap airfares to Sri Lanka, the best days to make a booking are generally Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Saturdays. A fantastic flight deal is just clicks away with Orbitz.

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

According to Orbitz data from 2020, you ought to hop on a plane on a Monday to nab cheap flights to Sri Lanka. Next most inexpensive day? Tuesday. Saturday is the most expensive. So, consider departing early in the week if you’d love to score a bargain fare without paying premium prices.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Sri Lanka?

To land cheap flights to Sri Lanka, you should pack your bags and fly out in August. Orbitz data has found that this is generally a great month to save a bundle on your fare. If you’re considering flying to Sri Lanka during June, bear in mind that this is the least affordable time of year to take a trip.

Which airlines allow free cancellation?

Orbitz makes it a cinch to find airlines that offer flexibility. Simply click on “Filter by flexible change policies” when searching for your flights and bingo! You’ll see options that include free cancellation, no change fees and of course, the best price.

What do I need for the flight to Sri Lanka?

Any lengthy flight can seem daunting, but it’s nothing a little preparation can’t fix. We’ve put together our top suggestions to make sure your journey is a smooth one:

In all cases you’ll need a form of identification. How much? This depends on where you’re flying from. When reserving your flight tickets, you are encouraged to put down the same name, gender and birth date as displayed on your government-issued ID.
Take a good book or a tablet crammed with your favorite flicks — it’ll help to keep you occupied during your long journey to Sri Lanka. Or if you’re hoping to get some rest, a comfy eye mask will shield you from those bright cabin lights.
Long-haul trips can get very cold, especially if you’re flying throughout the night. If you prefer not to spend your journey shivering in your seat, pack an extra layer and some thick socks.

How do I get cheap first-class/business deals to Sri Lanka?

There are ways of booking first or business-class fares to Sri Lanka that won’t burn through your savings. Bag a seat at the front of the plane for less with these practical tips:

Be more flexible with your travel dates and wait for sales on first or business-class airfares.
Find a low-cost airline that has seats in business class. They often come with extra legroom and a glass of bubbly — and a nicer price.
Make the most of your airline’s flight rewards program and use points to upgrade your seat. Alternatively, you can try bidding for an upgrade in an online auction.

What is the best time to go to Sri Lanka?

If you want to experience the unique vibe of Sri Lanka in the tourist season, January, February and March are the best months to visit. June 20 heralds the start of summertime in the Northern Hemisphere and is an excellent time to go if you enjoy being outside. During this time of the year, average daily temperatures normally range from 75 ºF to 85 ºF.

Travel tips for Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka has plenty of amazing attractions and Tokyo Disneyland® is one of them. Arrange a car rental and head there at your leisure.
Colombo offers stacks of unique experiences and is a wonderful place to start your escape. Whether you’re into cafés, restaurants, art or something else, this city will keep you on the go.

Fare, taxes & fees: Fares include all taxes and fees, except baggage fees. Rates shown reflect fares found by other Orbitz users over the past 7 days. Due to rapidly changing airline prices & seat availability, these fares may no longer be available.

Refunds/changes/cancellations: Itinerary changes, if permitted for the fare, will have a $30 service fee charged by Orbitz. Additional airline charges may apply.

Other conditions: Schedules, fares and rules are subject to change without notice. Seats are limited and may not be available on all flights/dates or in all markets. Lower fares may be available. Fares will not be honored retroactively or in exchange for any wholly/partially unused ticket. Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable. Fare rules are provided for the selected itinerary before booking.

$521 Cheap flights to Sri Lanka

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Cheap flights to Sri Lanka from $521 One Way, $955 Round Trip

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Cinnamon Red Colombo

Hotel Mango Garden

Ashan's Cozy Apartments

Ocean Edge Suites & Hotel Colombo

Our Top Sri Lanka Apartment Hotels

Ocean Edge Suites & Hotel Colombo

Rockwell Colombo

Supun Arcade Residency

Ahangama Eco Villa

Score Epic Sri Lanka Accommodation Deals

Marino Beach Colombo

Granbell Hotel Colombo

Galle Face Hotel

Shangri-La Colombo

Family Friendly Hotels in Sri Lanka

Ayaana Boutique Hotel

Morning Star Guest House

Shangri-La Hambantota

Rivorich Residence

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