Find Cheap Flights from Colombo to New York (CMB - NYC)

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Useful information for finding cheap flights from Colombo to New York and booking your next trip

Cheapest round-trip flights	$658	Air India 1 stop 36 hr Sun, Dec 21 — Tue, Jan 6	The cheapest round-trip flight from Colombo to New York is currently $658
Cheapest one-way flight	$423	Air India 1 stop 36 hr Wed, Nov 19	The cheapest one-way flight from Colombo to New York is currently $423
Last-minute weekend getaway	$1,118	Emirates 2 stops 32 hr Thu, Nov 20 — Mon, Nov 24	The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Colombo to New York is currently $1,118
Cheapest business class flights	$2,777	Austrian, SriLankan 2 stops 55 hr Sun, Feb 1 — Mon, Feb 16	The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Colombo to New York is currently $2,777

Fastest flight	20 hr 40 min	The fastest flight with stops from Colombo to New York takes 20 hr 40 min
Nonstop flights	None	There are no direct flights on this route.

When is the cheapest time to fly?

The cheapest month to fly from Colombo to New York is typically November. The most expensive month to fly is typically August.

November Cheapest	Typical prices: $790–1,250
August Most expensive	Typical prices: $1,250–1,700

Popular airlines from Colombo to New York

Emirates

from $1,118

Typical price: $1,150–1,700

48 weekly connecting flights

CMB - EWR, JFK Every day
Qatar Airways

from $1,171

Typical price: $1,100–1,800

41 weekly connecting flights

CMB - JFK Every day
Turkish Airlines

from $1,056

Typical price: $1,000–2,650

33 weekly connecting flights

CMB - EWR, JFK Every day
Air India

from $658

Typical price: $760–1,750

30 weekly connecting flights

CMB - EWR, JFK Every day
Etihad

from $1,085

Typical price: $960–1,550

27 weekly connecting flights

CMB - JFK Every day
Cathay Pacific

from $1,022

Typical price: $1,150–2,050

21 weekly connecting flights

CMB - JFK Every day

Popular airports near Colombo

Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

Colombo Sri Lanka 40 min 17 mi
Koggala Air Force Base (KCT)

Koggala Sri Lanka 2 hr 18 min 71 mi
Weerawila Airport (WRZ)

Weerawila Sri Lanka 3 hr 38 min 105 mi
Sigiriya Airport (GIU)

Sigiriya Sri Lanka 3 hr 40 min 93 mi

Popular airports near New York

John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

New York United States 39 min 12 mi
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)

New York United States 25 min 8 mi
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

Newark United States 29 min 8 mi
Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)

Boston United States 3 hr 41 min 192 mi

Frequently asked questions about flying from Colombo to New York

When are the cheapest days to fly from Colombo to New York?

The cheapest flights from Colombo to New York are usually in November. Typical ticket prices in November range from $790 to $1,250.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Colombo to New York?

The cheapest round-trip flight from Colombo to New York recently found on Google Flights was with Air India from $658. The cheapest one-way flight was with Air India from $423.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:

The cheapest Emirates flight from Colombo to New York is $1,118, flying from Feb 12 to Feb 25.
The cheapest Qatar Airways flight from Colombo to New York is $1,171, flying from Feb 5 to Feb 18.
The cheapest Turkish Airlines flight from Colombo to New York is $1,056, flying from Nov 16 to Dec 1.
The cheapest Air India flight from Colombo to New York is $658, flying from Dec 21 to Jan 6.
The cheapest Etihad flight from Colombo to New York is $1,085, flying from Feb 12 to Feb 25.
The cheapest Cathay Pacific flight from Colombo to New York is $1,022, flying from Feb 5 to Feb 20.

What are the cheapest flights from Colombo to New York?

The cheapest round-trip flight from Colombo to New York starts at $658 from Sun, Dec 21 to Tue, Jan 6. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $423 and departs on Wed, Nov 19.

How long does it take to fly from Colombo to New York?

20 hr 40 min is the shortest flight time from Colombo to New York.

When should you fly to New York, United States?

NYC is a year-round destination, with iconic events like U.S. Open tennis (Aug–Sep) and Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade (Nov). Spring and fall have mild weather and strong performing-arts seasons. In summer, there's free, outdoor cultural events. On summer weekends, many New Yorkers leave town, making it a good time to score reservations at popular restaurants. Dec brings the Rockefeller Center tree lighting (varies, Nov/Dec) and Times Square's New Year's Eve party (Dec 31). Jan–Mar is cold, with an easier chance of getting Broadway tickets.

How do I find cheap dates to fly from Colombo to New York?

It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Colombo to New York.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.

You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.

What is the best airline to fly from Colombo to New York?

What counts as the best airline for your flights from Colombo to New York really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from Colombo to New York.

In terms of flights, Emirates is the most popular. Emirates offers 48 connecting flights per week. Emirates flies from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) , John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) .

Other popular airlines flying from Colombo to New York are:

Qatar Airways offers 41 connecting flights per week. Qatar Airways flies from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) .
Turkish Airlines offers 33 connecting flights per week. Turkish Airlines flies from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) , John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) .
Air India offers 30 connecting flights per week. Air India flies from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) , John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) .
Etihad offers 27 connecting flights per week. Etihad flies from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) .
Cathay Pacific offers 21 connecting flights per week. Cathay Pacific flies from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) .

The number of connecting flights refers to distinct flights with at least one stop between Colombo and New York.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Colombo to New York?

The cheapest round-trip flight from Colombo to New York recently found on Google Flights was with Air India from $658. The cheapest one-way flight was with Air India from $423.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:

The cheapest Emirates flight from Colombo to New York is $1,118, flying from Feb 12 to Feb 25.
The cheapest Qatar Airways flight from Colombo to New York is $1,171, flying from Feb 5 to Feb 18.
The cheapest Turkish Airlines flight from Colombo to New York is $1,056, flying from Nov 16 to Dec 1.
The cheapest Air India flight from Colombo to New York is $658, flying from Dec 21 to Jan 6.
The cheapest Etihad flight from Colombo to New York is $1,085, flying from Feb 12 to Feb 25.
The cheapest Cathay Pacific flight from Colombo to New York is $1,022, flying from Feb 5 to Feb 20.

Which airlines have direct flights from Colombo to New York?

No airline flies direct from Colombo to New York.

There are 48 Emirates connecting flights from Colombo to New York per week. Flights are available every day.
There are 41 Qatar Airways connecting flights from Colombo to New York per week. Flights are available every day.
There are 33 Turkish Airlines connecting flights from Colombo to New York per week. Flights are available every day.
There are 30 Air India connecting flights from Colombo to New York per week. Flights are available every day.
There are 27 Etihad connecting flights from Colombo to New York per week. Flights are available every day.
There are 21 Cathay Pacific connecting flights from Colombo to New York per week. Flights are available every day.

Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.

Which airline provides the cheapest last-minute getaway flight from Colombo to New York?

The cheapest last-minute deal between Colombo and New York at price $1,118 is offered by Emirates from Thu, Nov 20 to Mon, Nov 24.

Which airlines have direct flights from Colombo to New York?

No airline flies direct from Colombo to New York.

There are 48 Emirates connecting flights from Colombo to New York per week. Flights are available every day.
There are 41 Qatar Airways connecting flights from Colombo to New York per week. Flights are available every day.
There are 33 Turkish Airlines connecting flights from Colombo to New York per week. Flights are available every day.
There are 30 Air India connecting flights from Colombo to New York per week. Flights are available every day.
There are 27 Etihad connecting flights from Colombo to New York per week. Flights are available every day.
There are 21 Cathay Pacific connecting flights from Colombo to New York per week. Flights are available every day.

Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.

When are direct flights from Colombo to New York available?

There are no direct flights from Colombo to New York.

How can I find nonstop flights from Colombo to New York?

It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Colombo to New York, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.

What are the cheapest business class flights from Colombo to New York?

The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Colombo and New York start at $2,777 from Sun, Feb 1 to Mon, Feb 16 with Austrian, SriLankan.

What are the cheapest economy class flights from Colombo to New York?

The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Colombo and New York start at $658 from Sun, Dec 21 to Tue, Jan 6.

How can I book business class trips from Colombo to New York?

To book business class trips from Colombo to New York, look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.

You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.

Are there any last-minute deals from Colombo to New York next weekend?

The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Colombo and New York starts at $1,118 from Thu, Nov 20 to Mon, Nov 24 with Emirates.

Which airline provides the cheapest last-minute getaway flight from Colombo to New York?

The cheapest last-minute deal between Colombo and New York at price $1,118 is offered by Emirates from Thu, Nov 20 to Mon, Nov 24.

How can I find last-minute flight deals from Colombo to New York?

To find last-minute flight deals from Colombo to New York, start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.

You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.