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Cheap flights to Sri Lanka from $342 One Way, $323 Round Trip

$323 return flights and $342 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.

Fri, Nov 7 - Tue, Nov 25
ORD
Chicago
CMB
Colombo
$708 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$708
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Cathay Pacific flight, departing Fri, Nov 7 from Chicago to Colombo, returning Tue, Nov 25, priced at $708 found 8 hours ago
Sat, Aug 30 - Sat, Sep 6
LAX
Los Angeles
CMB
Colombo
$728 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$728
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Cathay Pacific flight, departing Sat, Aug 30 from Los Angeles to Colombo, returning Sat, Sep 6, priced at $728 found 3 hours ago
Wed, Sep 10 - Sun, Sep 14
JFK
New York
CMB
Colombo
$768 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$768
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Cathay Pacific flight, departing Wed, Sep 10 from New York to Colombo, returning Sun, Sep 14, priced at $768 found 5 hours ago
Sun, Sep 7 - Thu, Sep 11
LAX
Los Angeles
CMB
Colombo
$795 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$795
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select China Eastern Airlines flight, departing Sun, Sep 7 from Los Angeles to Colombo, returning Thu, Sep 11, priced at $795 found 9 hours ago
Wed, Oct 1 - Thu, Oct 9
JFK
New York
CMB
Colombo
$826 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$826
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Gulf Air flight, departing Wed, Oct 1 from New York to Colombo, returning Thu, Oct 9, priced at $826 found 5 hours ago
Tue, Sep 2 - Wed, Oct 8
IAD
Washington
CMB
Colombo
$864 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$864
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Etihad Airways flight, departing Tue, Sep 2 from Washington to Colombo, returning Wed, Oct 8, priced at $864 found 4 hours ago
Mon, Sep 22 - Thu, Oct 9
JFK
New York
CMB
Colombo
$872 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$872
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Etihad Airways flight, departing Mon, Sep 22 from New York to Colombo, returning Thu, Oct 9, priced at $872 found 4 hours ago

Deals For This Weekend's Flights

OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
KULSeeduwa - KatunayakeAugust 29 to September 2$323
HKGSeeduwa - KatunayakeAugust 29 to September 10$343
BKKSeeduwa - KatunayakeAugust 31 to September 4$393
PVGSeeduwa - KatunayakeAugust 29 to September 7$542
MELSeeduwa - KatunayakeAugust 30 to September 3$764
LHRSeeduwa - KatunayakeAugust 30 to October 1$775
YYZSeeduwa - KatunayakeAugust 29 to October 31$907
*Prices include taxes and fees

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Cinnamon Red Colombo

Cinnamon Red Colombo

3 out of 5
59, Ananda Coomaraswamy Mawatha, Colombo
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is $82 total per night from Sep 9 to Sep 10
$82 total
per night
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (999 reviews)
"Everything was excellent"

Reviewed on Aug 18, 2025

Cinnamon Red Colombo
Hotel Mango Garden

Hotel Mango Garden

3 out of 5
No 32/A, Saranankara Mawatha, Kandy
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kandy. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Malwathu Maha Viharaya and Kandy Viewpoint ...
"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

Ashan's Cozy Apartments

2 out of 5
8B, Vajira road, Bambalapitiya, Colombo
Stay at this guesthouse in Colombo. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Colombo City Centre and Majestic City ...
"Bad accommodations and"

Reviewed on Mar 26, 2023

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Ocean Edge Suites & Hotel Colombo

Ocean Edge Suites & Hotel Colombo

4 out of 5
Marine Drive (Kollupitiya), 10th Lane, No.24, Colombo
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is $68 total per night from Aug 27 to Aug 28
$68 total
per night
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Colombo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Colombo City Centre ...
6.6/10 (91 reviews)
"Good hotel"

Reviewed on Jun 1, 2025

Ocean Edge Suites & Hotel Colombo
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

Ocean Edge Suites & Hotel Colombo

4 out of 5
Marine Drive (Kollupitiya), 10th Lane, No.24, Colombo
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is $68 total per night from Aug 27 to Aug 28
$68 total
per night
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Colombo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Colombo City Centre ...
6.6/10 (91 reviews)
"Good hotel"

Reviewed on Jun 1, 2025

Ocean Edge Suites & Hotel Colombo
Rockwell Colombo

Rockwell Colombo

3.5 out of 5
14 Cross Road, (Off Ward Place), Colombo
The price is $51 total per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
$51 total
per night
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Colombo City Centre and House of Fashions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (123 reviews)
"We had a beautiful stay. Very friendly and comfortable atmosphere. We highly recommend it."

Reviewed on Feb 11, 2025

Rockwell Colombo
Supun Arcade Residency

Supun Arcade Residency

3 out of 5
56, Galle Road, Colombo
Fully refundable
Stay at this 3-star beach aparthotel in Colombo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Colombo City Centre and Raux Brothers ...
7.2/10 Good! (144 reviews)
"We walked in an apartment with dust and dirt on the floor, mould behind toilet door, mould on kitchen glass tray. They said this apartment was closed for some time. Housekeeping staff should be trained to check on details. Would not recommend for families who are particular about cleanliness. The ..."

Reviewed on Aug 31, 2024

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Ahangama Eco Villa

Ahangama Eco Villa

3 out of 5
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 ...
"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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Shangri-La Colombo

Shangri-La Colombo

5 out of 5
1 Galle Face, Colombo
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is $181 total per night from Sep 15 to Sep 16
$181 total
per night
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (475 reviews)
Amazing Customer Service!
"We were a family of 4 stayed at Shangri-La Colombo for 2 nights 3 days."

Reviewed on Aug 5, 2025

Shangri-La Colombo
Marino Beach Colombo

Marino Beach Colombo

5 out of 5
590 Marine Drive, Colombo, WP
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is $111 total per night from Aug 27 to Aug 28
$111 total
per night
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
"Good location"

Reviewed on Aug 24, 2025

Marino Beach Colombo
ITC Ratnadipa, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Colombo

ITC Ratnadipa, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Colombo

5 out of 5
Galle Face Centre Road, Colombo
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is $202 total per night from Aug 27 to Aug 28
$202 total
per night
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Colombo City Centre and Galle Face Green ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (94 reviews)
Welcoming stay x
"Absolutely wonderdul stay. We were well looked after by Kawisha, her team and all the staff at ITC. We felt so welcome by everyone. The amnities were amazing . Very clean hotel. The food is exceptional. Will be returning soon. Thank you for the wonderdul hospitality. Felts so home!"

Reviewed on Aug 15, 2025

ITC Ratnadipa, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Colombo
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Granbell Hotel Colombo

Granbell Hotel Colombo

3.5 out of 5
Kollupitiya Road, 282/5, Colombo, Western Province
The price is $98 total per night from Sep 11 to Sep 12
$98 total
per night
Sep 11 - Sep 12
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (287 reviews)
"Hotel is very well done. It was a pleasant stay."

Reviewed on Aug 19, 2025

Granbell Hotel Colombo
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

Ayaana Boutique Hotel

3.5 out of 5
98/2 Udagunnepana Polgolla, Kandy
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is $56 total per night from Aug 27 to Aug 28
$56 total
per night
Aug 27 - Aug 28
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! (28 reviews)
"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

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Morning Star Guest House

Morning Star Guest House

3 out of 5
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 ...
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
Great for families

Shangri-La Hambantota

5 out of 5
Sittrakala Estate, Chithragala, Ambalantota, Hambantota
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is $174 total per night from Sep 16 to Sep 17
$174 total
per night
Sep 16 - Sep 17
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! (105 reviews)

Families like: Outdoor pools, waterslide, kids club, playground

Travelers say...
"One room wasn’t ready on check-in and it was an extremely busy weekend, but the hotel gave us a free buffet dinner and late checkout as compensation. Lovely hotel, pools, and staff always friendly and attentive!"

Reviewed on Aug 24, 2025

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Rivorich Residence
Great for families

Rivorich Residence

3 out of 5
8/6 River Side Garden, Sirimalwatta, Gunnapana, Lewella, Kandy, Central Province
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 Kanday Monasteries ...

Families like: Game room, babysitting, bicycle rentals, rollaway beds

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

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Rivorich Residence
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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Economy

Chevrolet Spark or similar
  • 4 people
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Compact

Ford Focus or similar
  • 4 people
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Midsize

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  • 5 people
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  • 5 people
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Sri Lanka

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Frequently asked questions

Which airlines fly to Sri Lanka?
With 14 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 $323 to $907 this week. The cheapest price for one-way was $342, departing from Chicago (ORD).
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.

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