Colombo

$411+ Cheap flights from California to Bandaranaike Intl (CMB)

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LAX — CMB
Apr 6 — Apr 131
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Cheap flight deals from California to Colombo

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Colombo flight deals. Data was last updated April 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$883
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$411
(oojo)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,266
From California to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
One-way flight from California to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($121 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($48 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

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Cheapest flights from California to Colombo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Colombo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 1, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/511:25 amSFO - CMB
1 stop22h 35mCathay Pacific
Tue 11/2512:45 amCMB - SFO
1 stop22h 30mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/1$872
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/2012:55 pmSFO - CMB
1 stop22h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/1210:55 pmCMB - SFO
2 stops50h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/1$883
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/2711:30 amSFO - CMB
1 stop23h 35mSingapore Airlines
Tue 9/3012:50 amCMB - SFO
1 stop21h 20mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 3/31$945
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/1512:10 amLAX - CMB
1 stop40h 35mTurkish Airlines
Tue 11/187:25 amCMB - LAX
1 stop47h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 3/31$968
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/231:25 amLAX - CMB
1 stop33h 35mCathay Pacific
Fri 9/1212:50 amCMB - LAX
1 stop28h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 3/31$972
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/164:20 pmLAX - CMB
1 stop21h 15mQatar Airways
Mon 10/2710:45 amCMB - LAX
1 stop39h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 3/30$978
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Sat 4/1912:30 pmLAX - CMB
1 stop42h 00mChina Eastern
Fri 5/210:10 pmCMB - LAX
2 stops48h 25mChina Eastern
Deal found 4/1$982
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/242:20 pmLAX - CMB
2 stops30h 45mSingapore Airlines
Fri 9/1212:50 amCMB - LAX
2 stops24h 30mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 3/31$987
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/51:10 pmSFO - CMB
1 stop27h 15mTurkish Airlines
Wed 11/267:25 amCMB - SFO
1 stop46h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/1$1,052
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/1312:00 pmLAX - CMB
2 stops25h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/38:20 pmCMB - LAX
1 stop30h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$1,070
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Mon 5/512:00 pmSFO - CMB
1 stop42h 30mChina Eastern
Mon 5/198:30 pmCMB - SFO
2 stops31h 15mChina Eastern
Deal found 4/1$1,073
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/208:30 pmSFO - CMB
1 stop30h 00mAir India
Mon 5/128:20 amCMB - SFO
1 stop35h 10mAir India
Deal found 4/1$1,076

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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Colombo 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 April 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport that are best for you.

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San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Sun 4/20

12:55 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop22h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 5/12

10:55 pm-1:00 pm

2 stops50h 35m

$883

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Sun 5/4

12:55 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop22h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 5/18

1:10 am-10:40 pm

1 stop34h 00m

$890

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Sun 7/27

11:30 am-11:35 pm

1 stop23h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 9/30

12:50 am-9:40 am

1 stop21h 20m

$945

Los AngelesColombo

LAX - CMB

LAXCMB

Los Angeles

Mon 9/15

12:10 am-5:15 am

1 stop40h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 11/18

7:25 am-5:00 pm

1 stop47h 05m

$968

Los AngelesColombo

LAX - CMB

LAXCMB

Los Angeles

Sat 8/23

1:25 am-11:30 pm

1 stop33h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 9/12

12:50 am-5:05 pm

1 stop28h 45m

$972

Los AngelesColombo

LAX - CMB

LAXCMB

Los Angeles

Tue 9/16

4:20 pm-2:05 am

1 stop21h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 10/27

10:45 am-1:50 pm

1 stop39h 35m

$978

Los AngelesColombo

LAX - CMB

LAXCMB

Los Angeles

Sat 4/19

12:30 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop42h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 5/2

10:10 pm-10:05 am

2 stops48h 25m

$982

Los AngelesColombo

LAX - CMB

LAXCMB

Los Angeles

Sun 8/24

2:20 pm-9:35 am

2 stops30h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 9/12

12:50 am-12:50 pm

2 stops24h 30m

$987

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Wed 5/7

12:40 pm-5:15 am

1 stop28h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 5/20

6:45 am-10:35 am

1 stop40h 20m

$1,054

Los AngelesColombo

LAX - CMB

LAXCMB

Los Angeles

Tue 5/13

12:00 pm-2:05 am

2 stops25h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 6/3

8:20 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop30h 10m

$1,070

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $1,049). Flying from California to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,850). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CA to CMB?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Colombo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 1, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport as you normally would.

Rainfall in Colombo by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport ranges from 2.4 - 13.8 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 13.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport when rainfall is around 2.4 in.

Temperature in Colombo by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, March is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 80.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Colombo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Colombo. 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 Colombo. Reviews last updated April 1, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from California to Colombo, such as Singapore Airlines, Emirates and Cathay Pacific. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from California to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport are Air India ($411), China Eastern ($427), and Cathay Pacific ($443).

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $1,049). Flying from California to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,850). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$687Average$880FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$736Average$1,087FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Cathay PacificCheapest$797Average$1,115FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$886Average$1,466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$997Average$1,533FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Air IndiaCheapest$1,003Average$1,363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,136Average$1,277FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$1,215Average$1,595FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
EmiratesCheapest$1,274Average$1,640FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,377Average$1,806FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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