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$428+ Cheap flights from California to Bandaranaike Intl (CMB)

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LAX — CMB
Dec 25 — Jan 11
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Cheap flight deals from California to Colombo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from California (USCA) to Colombo (CMB). 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 December 20, 2024.

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$997
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One-way from

$428
(FlightHub)
From California to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
One-way flight from California to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

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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 December 20, 2024.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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.
Mon 12/3011:30 amLAX - CMB
1 stop42h 00mChina Eastern
Wed 1/298:20 pmCMB - LAX
1 stop26h 15mChina Eastern
Deal found 12/19$1,100
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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.
Tue 12/3111:35 pmSFO - CMB
1 stop34h 25mCathay Pacific
Mon 1/1312:45 amCMB - SFO
1 stop33h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 12/19$1,382
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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.
Sun 12/2911:20 pmLAX - CMB
1 stop34h 40mCathay Pacific
Sat 1/2512:45 amCMB - LAX
1 stop21h 50mCathay Pacific
Deal found 12/19$1,485
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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.
Tue 12/317:00 amLAX - CMB
2 stops40h 00mAir Canada
Fri 1/102:20 amCMB - LAX
2 stops55h 43mAir Canada
Deal found 12/19$1,497
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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.
Tue 12/311:00 pmSFO - CMB
2 stops34h 00mAir Canada
Fri 1/172:20 amCMB - SFO
2 stops31h 56mAir Canada
Deal found 12/19$1,497
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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.
Sun 12/293:10 pmLAX - CMB
1 stop22h 15mQatar Airways
Sun 1/127:30 pmCMB - LAX
1 stop30h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/19$1,499
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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.
Sun 12/296:00 amLAX - CMB
2 stops37h 00mEtihad Airways
Sun 1/269:40 amCMB - LAX
2 stops50h 21mEtihad Airways
Deal found 12/19$1,517
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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.
Mon 12/302:30 pmSFO - CMB
1 stop37h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/1911:00 pmCMB - SFO
2 stops52h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/19$1,563
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Mon 12/3010:05 pmLAX - CMB
1 stop35h 55mSingapore Airlines
Tue 1/2812:45 amCMB - LAX
1 stop32h 40mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 12/19$1,598
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Mon 12/3012:00 pmSFO - CMB
1 stop41h 30mChina Eastern
Fri 1/178:20 pmCMB - SFO
1 stop26h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 12/19$1,664
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Tue 12/3110:55 amSFO - CMB
2 stops26h 45mEtihad Airways
Mon 1/134:20 amCMB - SFO
2 stops30h 53mEtihad Airways
Deal found 12/19$1,855
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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.
Mon 12/303:35 pmLAX - CMB
2 stops37h 20mEmirates
Wed 1/299:55 amCMB - LAX
1 stop40h 20mEmirates
Deal found 12/19$1,955

Find flights from California to Colombo within your budget

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 December 20, 2024.

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San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Thu 4/3

11:30 am-11:35 pm

1 stop23h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 4/21

12:50 am-1:38 pm

2 stops25h 18m

$939

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Thu 4/3

8:30 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop30h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 4/21

4:00 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop38h 30m

$991

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Mon 2/3

12:00 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop41h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 3/5

8:20 pm-9:00 am

1 stop26h 10m

$994

Los AngelesColombo

LAX - CMB

LAXCMB

Los Angeles

Thu 3/20

11:05 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop35h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 4/29

12:50 am-12:50 pm

2 stops24h 30m

$997

Los AngelesColombo

LAX - CMB

LAXCMB

Los Angeles

Tue 2/18

11:30 am-7:00 pm

1 stop42h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 2/22

1:05 am-9:05 am

2 stops45h 30m

$1,016

Los AngelesColombo

LAX - CMB

LAXCMB

Los Angeles

Sat 3/1

10:15 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop35h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 3/22

12:45 am-10:05 am

1 stop21h 50m

$1,044

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Sun 2/2

9:40 am-11:05 am

1 stop35h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 2/16

10:50 pm-1:40 pm

2 stops52h 20m

$1,054

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Wed 1/22

11:25 am-11:30 pm

1 stop22h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 2/20

12:45 am-9:15 pm

1 stop34h 00m

$1,081

Los AngelesColombo

LAX - CMB

LAXCMB

Los Angeles

Sat 5/17

12:30 pm-5:50 pm

2 stops40h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 5/30

12:50 am-9:40 pm

1 stop33h 20m

$1,124

Los AngelesColombo

LAX - CMB

LAXCMB

Los Angeles

Wed 1/29

1:00 pm-5:45 am

1 stop27h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 2/4

7:15 am-11:05 am

1 stop41h 20m

$1,147

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Travel insights for flights from California to Colombo

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from California to Colombo including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 December 20, 2024.

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 December 20, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from California to Colombo, such as Singapore Airlines, China Eastern and Cathay Pacific. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.4
Very good
1,023 reviews

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8.1

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

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1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

8.4
Very good
1,023 reviews
8.4
Very good
1,023 reviews

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

8.1
Very good
3,408 reviews
8.4
Very good
1,023 reviews

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

8.1
Very good
1,330 reviews
8.4
Very good
1,023 reviews

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

8.0
Very good
9,547 reviews
8.4
Very good
1,023 reviews

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

7.6
Good
1,603 reviews
8.4
Very good
1,023 reviews

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

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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 ($428), Cathay Pacific ($458), and China Eastern ($515).

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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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Top 9 airlines flying from California to Colombo

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from California to Colombo. 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 December 20, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$729Average$1,043FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
China EasternCheapest$759Average$988FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Cathay PacificCheapest$787Average$1,255FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$947Average$1,530FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Air IndiaCheapest$974Average$1,345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$997Average$1,536FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$1,244Average$1,603FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
EmiratesCheapest$1,274Average$2,035FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,377Average$1,855FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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