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$574+ Cheap flights from Bandaranaike Intl (CMB) to Chicago (CHI)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMB — CHI
Jan 26 — Feb 21
Sun 1/26
Sun 2/2
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Colombo (CMB) to Chicago (CHI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated January 21, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$969
(Expedia)

One-way from

$574
(Mytrip)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$2,069
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Cheapest flights from Colombo to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Colombo to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2025.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/65:05 pmCMB - ORD
3 stops31h 36mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/57:05 pmORD - CMB
3 stops35h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$969
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/59:40 amCMB - ORD
1 stop34h 15mEtihad Airways
Fri 3/71:10 pmORD - CMB
1 stop31h 50mEtihad Airways
Deal found 1/21$1,125
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/79:55 amCMB - ORD
2 stops45h 12mAir Canada
Tue 3/49:50 amORD - CMB
2 stops32h 05mAir Canada
Deal found 1/21$1,201
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/64:00 pmCMB - ORD
2 stops38h 05mIndiGo
Thu 3/611:55 amORD - CMB
2 stops39h 35mIndiGo
Deal found 1/21$1,239
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/310:05 pmCMB - ORD
1 stop28h 20mEmirates
Wed 3/57:45 pmORD - CMB
2 stops35h 10mEmirates
Deal found 1/21$1,310
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/710:05 amCMB - ORD
3 stops36h 30mLufthansa
Wed 3/59:25 pmORD - CMB
2 stops23h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 1/21$1,612
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/99:55 pmCMB - ORD
1 stop23h 45mTurkish Airlines
Tue 3/411:55 amORD - CMB
1 stop37h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 1/21$1,695
This Singapore Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Singapore Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/612:45 amCMB - ORD
2 stops27h 43mSingapore Airlines
Fri 3/1411:44 amORD - CMB
3 stops49h 16mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 1/21$2,270
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/65:00 pmCMB - ORD
3 stops35h 30mGulf Air
Thu 3/66:26 pmORD - CMB
3 stops51h 39mGulf Air
Deal found 1/21$2,423

Find flights from Colombo to Chicago within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Colombo to Chicago that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 21, 2025.

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ColomboChicago

CMB - ORD

CMBORD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 2/6

5:05 pm-1:11 pm

3 stops31h 36m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/5

7:05 pm-6:25 pm

3 stops35h 50m

$969

ColomboChicago

CMB - ORD

CMBORD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 2/5

9:40 am-8:25 am

1 stop34h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/9

2:10 pm-8:30 am

1 stop31h 50m

$1,125

ColomboChicago

CMB - ORD

CMBORD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 2/7

9:55 am-7:37 pm

2 stops45h 12m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/4

9:50 am-5:25 am

2 stops32h 05m

$1,201

ColomboChicago

CMB - ORD

CMBORD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 2/6

4:00 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops38h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 3/6

11:55 am-3:00 pm

2 stops39h 35m

$1,239

ColomboChicago

CMB - ORD

CMBORD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 2/3

10:05 pm-2:55 pm

1 stop28h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/5

7:45 pm-6:25 pm

2 stops35h 10m

$1,310

ColomboChicago

CMB - ORD

CMBORD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 2/7

10:05 am-11:05 am

3 stops36h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/5

9:25 pm-8:50 am

2 stops23h 55m

$1,612

ColomboChicago

CMB - ORD

CMBORD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 2/9

9:55 pm-10:10 am

1 stop23h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/4

11:55 am-1:15 pm

1 stop37h 50m

$1,695

ColomboChicago

CMB - ORD

CMBORD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 3/6

12:45 am-4:58 pm

2 stops27h 43m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 3/14

11:44 am-11:30 pm

3 stops49h 16m

$2,270

ColomboChicago

CMB - ORD

CMBORD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 2/6

5:00 pm-5:00 pm

3 stops35h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 3/6

6:26 pm-9:35 am

3 stops51h 39m

$2,423

ColomboChicago

CMB - ORD

CMBORD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 4/16

10:30 am-8:55 am

2 stops32h 55m

$574

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Colombo to Chicago in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport-Chicago flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport-Chicago flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport-Chicago flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport-Chicago flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport-Chicago flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Travel insights for flights from Colombo to Chicago

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Rainfall in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago ranges from 1.7 - 4.9 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Chicago when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Chicago. Reviews last updated January 21, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Colombo to Chicago, see what other customers have to say about Etihad Airways and Air Canada. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,358 reviews

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,358 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,358 reviews

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,328 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,358 reviews

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,754 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,358 reviews

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
830 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,358 reviews

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,199 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,358 reviews

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Colombo to Chicago. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chicago round-trip?

    Flying on Etihad Airways is currently your cheapest option to Chicago, with prices starting at $1,125. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Air Canada and IndiGo, with the lowest prices starting at $1,201 and $1,239, respectively. Etihad Airways is currently priced 19% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chicago one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with IndiGo, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $758. Turkish Airlines flights start at $781 while deals on Etihad Airways start at $810 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Colombo to Chicago that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Colombo to Chicago flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Colombo to Chicago?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Colombo to Chicago.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Colombo to Chicago?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Colombo to Chicago by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chicago?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $320). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Colombo to Chicago

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Colombo to Chicago. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,021Average$1,620FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,083Average$1,316FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
EmiratesCheapest$1,225Average$1,411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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