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Cheap flights to Ella from $99 One Way, $240 Round Trip

$240 return flights and $99 one-way flights to Ella were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Sat, Jan 17 - Sat, Feb 7
MLE
Malé
CMB
Colombo
$240 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$240
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select China Southern Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jan 17 from Malé to Colombo, returning Sat, Feb 7, priced at $240 found 3 days ago
Thu, May 7 - Wed, May 13
AUH
Abu Dhabi
CMB
Colombo
$256 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$256
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Etihad Airways flight, departing Thu, May 7 from Abu Dhabi to Colombo, returning Wed, May 13, priced at $256 found 6 days ago
Mon, Jan 26 - Sat, Jan 31
DEL
Delhi
CMB
Colombo
$256 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$256
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Air India flight, departing Mon, Jan 26 from Delhi to Colombo, returning Sat, Jan 31, priced at $256 found 2 days ago
Mon, Feb 2 - Sun, Feb 8
SHJ
Sharjah
CMB
Colombo
$328 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$328
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select IndiGo flight, departing Mon, Feb 2 from Sharjah to Colombo, returning Sun, Feb 8, priced at $328 found 1 day ago
Sat, Feb 28 - Mon, Mar 23
CDG
Paris
CMB
Colombo
$702 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$702
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Etihad Airways flight, departing Sat, Feb 28 from Paris to Colombo, returning Mon, Mar 23, priced at $702 found 9 hours ago
Wed, May 13 - Mon, May 18
JFK
New York
CMB
Colombo
$800 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$800
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Cathay Pacific flight, departing Wed, May 13 from New York to Colombo, returning Mon, May 18, priced at $800 found 1 hour ago
Mon, Jan 26 - Sun, Feb 8
LAX
Los Angeles
CMB
Colombo
$805 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$805
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select China Eastern Airlines flight, departing Mon, Jan 26 from Los Angeles to Colombo, returning Sun, Feb 8, priced at $805 found 5 days ago
Tue, Jan 27 - Mon, Feb 2
IAD
Washington
CMB
Colombo
$823 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$823
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Etihad Airways flight, departing Tue, Jan 27 from Washington to Colombo, returning Mon, Feb 2, priced at $823 found 7 hours ago
Wed, Jan 28 - Wed, Mar 11
ORD
Chicago
CMB
Colombo
$823 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$823
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Cathay Pacific flight, departing Wed, Jan 28 from Chicago to Colombo, returning Wed, Mar 11, priced at $823 found 9 hours ago
Mon, Mar 9 - Fri, Mar 13
SFO
San Francisco
CMB
Colombo
$847 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$847
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select China Eastern Airlines flight, departing Mon, Mar 9 from San Francisco to Colombo, returning Fri, Mar 13, priced at $847 found 3 days ago
Thu, May 7 - Tue, May 26
EWR
New York
CMB
Colombo
$895 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$895
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Thu, May 7 from New York to Colombo, returning Tue, May 26, priced at $895 found 2 hours ago

Deals For This Weekend's Flights

OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
KULSeeduwa - KatunayakeJanuary 18 to January 21$310
BKKSeeduwa - KatunayakeJanuary 17 to February 15$395
LHRSeeduwa - KatunayakeJanuary 18 to March 17$886
MELSeeduwa - KatunayakeJanuary 18 to January 30$1,179
YYZSeeduwa - KatunayakeJanuary 18 to January 25$1,201
*Prices include taxes and fees

Find The Perfect Hotel For After Your Flight

Score Epic Ella Accommodation Deals

Hotel Onrock

Hotel Onrock

3 out of 5
4, Waterfall Road, Wemullahena Ella
Fully refundable
$114 nightly
The price is $135 total per night from Jan 18 to Jan 19
$135 total
Jan 18 - Jan 19
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ella. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (199 reviews)
Excellent friendly staff, very clean. Varied and delicious breakfast.

Reviewed on Dec 11, 2025

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Ella Alpine Resort

Ella Alpine Resort

2.5 out of 5
Waterfall Road Ella Uva
$111 nightly
The price is $111 total per night from Jan 16 to Jan 17
$111 total
Jan 16 - Jan 17
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this B&B in Ella. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Suwadivi Ayurveda Health Care and Kital Ella Waterfall are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (75 reviews)
Lovely hotel, with an amazing view of the mountains from our balcony. Very comfortable bed and the staff were friendly and helpful. 15 minute walk from Ella City which makes it feel very peaceful.

Reviewed on Jan 9, 2026

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Heaven Breeze Hotel Ella

Heaven Breeze Hotel Ella

3 out of 5
Sapumal Tenna Rd Ella UP
$114 nightly
The price is $135 total per night from Jan 16 to Jan 17
$135 total
Jan 16 - Jan 17
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ella. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Nature Trail Ella and Suwadivi Ayurveda ...
10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
spotless rooms, comfortable bed, really helpful and friendly staff with good breakfasts. be aware the hotel is at the top of quite a steep hill, we enjoyed the walking but maybe consider using a tuktuk if you're not a fan! overall this was probably the best hotel we stayed at in Sri Lanka

Reviewed on Jan 7, 2026

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RAVANA RANGE ELLA

RAVANA RANGE ELLA

3.5 out of 5
Athulgashinna Kithalella Ella Uva Province
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
Stay at this hotel in Ella. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (54 reviews)
Every item in the breakfast was fresh and friendly staff

Reviewed on Oct 18, 2025

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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.

Family Friendly Hotels in Ella

Ella Green Cottages

Ella Green Cottages

3 out of 5
Water Fall Road Ella Uva
Book a stay at this business-friendly lodge in Ella. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Suwadivi Ayurveda Health Care ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (41 reviews)
Perfect Stay.

Reviewed on Dec 26, 2025

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ALP Guest

ALP Guest

3 out of 5
Badulla Road, Helahalpe Ella
Book a stay at this business-friendly guesthouse in Ella. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Uva Halpewaththa Tea Factory ...
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Planters Bungalow

Planters Bungalow

3.5 out of 5
10th Mile Post Ella
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ella. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Secret Waterfall and Ravana ...
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The Tenth Hotel

The Tenth Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Montegu Jayawikrama Mawatha Ella
Stay at this hotel in Ella. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Suwadivi Ayurveda Health Care and Nature Trail Ella are located ...
The view was amazing. Our room was on the top floor and looked out over Ella Rock with a view of Little Adams peak to the side. Somehow our booking through Expedia was lost in the system even though we had prepaid, but luckily we had a copy of our booking confirmation and the hotel had a spare room. ...

Reviewed on Aug 18, 2019

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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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Chevrolet Spark or similar
  • 4 people
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Compact

Ford Focus or similar
  • 4 people
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  • 5 people
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Frequently asked questions

Which airlines fly to Ella?
With 22 airlines to pick from, finding the best flight that matches your travel dates and budget will be a breeze. Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) is the entrance point to Ella and where you're likely to be touching down. These top international carriers will take you there:

  • SriLankan Airlines - 480 flights to Ella per month
  • Qatar Airways - 51 flights to Ella per month
  • Emirates - 35 flights to Ella per month

How much is a flight to Ella?
Return fares dropped as low as $240 this past week to Ella, and climbed to a high of $1,201. Some lucky jet-setters flying out of Abu Dhabi (AUH) managed to land one-way fares from just $99.
How to book the cheapest flight to Ella?
Snapping up cheap flights to Ella is as easy as booking your ticket with Orbitz. But if you'd like to make sure you're grabbing the best flight deals around, here are some tips your budget will love:

  • Departing from or arriving at nearby airports can sometimes work out cheaper. Enter your preferred departure and arrival points. Next, click on the 'Nearby airports' function below the form fields to see your options.
  • If you're flexible with your travel schedule, click on the 'Show flexible dates' option. It'll display the flight deals for the days either side of your chosen departure. Ticket prices often vary depending on what day it is.
  • Select 'Show options' to narrow down your search results. You can choose your preferred seating class and airline here. Under 'Sort & Filter' to the left, you can even specify whether you'd like to fly in the morning, afternoon or evening.
  • The early bird catches the biggest savings, so book your tickets the moment you know your travel dates. The cheapest airfares get snapped up first and prices normally rise as the departure date gets closer.
  • Bundle your hotels, flights and car rentals into a package deal and score great discounts. Save your money for things that really excite you, like exploring every corner of Ella.
  • Flying during peak season can mean pricey airfares. Try to plan your trip outside of popular dates, such as Thanksgiving, New Year's Eve and Easter.

What is the best time to book a flight to Ella?
Generally speaking, January is the best time to book your airfare. This is followed by February and August. Bear this in mind while you look for a cheap flight to Ella.
What day of the week is the cheapest to book a flight to Ella?
Get a great flight deal by booking on a Tuesday, Wednesday or Saturday. Typically, these are the best days of the week to land cheap fares to Ella.
What is the cheapest day of the week to fly to Ella?
If you're on the hunt for cheap flights to Ella, leave at the start of the week. Orbitz data from 2020 shows Monday is the most affordable day to fly out, followed by Tuesday. Saturday is the most expensive, so avoid flying on this day and do your budget a favor.
What is the cheapest month to fly to Ella?
We won't keep you guessing — according to Orbitz data, August is generally the most affordable month to fly. Perfect for those who crave a weekend getaway or just a break from it all before the weather changes. Be aware that the least affordable time to fly is the height of summer, with airfares at their highest in June.
Which airlines allow free cancellation?
Orbitz makes it a piece of cake to find airlines that offer flexibility. Simply choose "Filter by flexible change policies" when searching for your flights and ta-da! We'll show you options that include free cancellation, no change fees and of course, the very best price.
What do I need for the flight to Ella?
A long-haul flight can be daunting, but it's nothing a little preparation can't fix. We've put together our top tips to make sure your journey is a stress-free one:

  • In all cases you'll need some identification. How much? This depends on where you're traveling to and from. When booking your flight, you are encouraged to put down the same name, gender and birth date as listed on your government-issued ID.
  • Pack some extra entertainment for your long trip to Ella. When you're done watching that series on your phone, give your eyes a break from all that screen time and read a book.
  • Long-haul trips can leave you feeling seriously cold, especially if you're flying overnight. If you'd rather not curl up to the stranger beside you for warmth, bring a hoodie and some wool socks.

How do I get cheap first-class/business deals to Ella?
Experienced travelers are pros at finding first or business-class flights to Ella that don't cost an arm and a leg. Follow their lead with these handy hints:

  • Flexibility is important. By being open to a few travel dates, you'll have more chances of landing a deal on business or first-class airfares.
  • Many budget airlines these days offer terrific business or premium-class seating for a wallet-friendly price.
  • Take advantage of your airline's customer loyalty program and use points to upgrade your seat. Alternatively, you can try bidding for an upgrade in an online auction if available.

What is the best time to go to Ella?
Ella is a fantastic getaway destination year-round, but the most popular months to visit are January, February and March. If you love warmer weather, consider visiting in the summer months. Like most places in the Northern Hemisphere, the summer season begins June 20. Temperatures usually drift between 65 ºF and 80 ºF during the day.

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.

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