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$480+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Bandaranaike Intl (CMB)

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CHI — CMB
Jan 26 — Feb 21
Sun 1/26
Sun 2/2
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Chicago to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl are usually found in October or March, booked 5 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Thursday and return on a Monday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) 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 January 21, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$941
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$480
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,463
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Colombo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Colombo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2025.

This Trip.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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/611:55 amORD - CMB
1 stop30h 35mTurkish Airlines
Mon 3/177:15 amCMB - ORD
1 stop38h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 1/21$941
This lol.travel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 lol.travel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/47:05 pmORD - CMB
2 stops47h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/1111:40 pmCMB - ORD
2 stops52h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/19$947
This lol.travel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 lol.travel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/42:40 pmORD - CMB
1 stop45h 20mCathay Pacific
Mon 3/1012:45 amCMB - ORD
1 stop23h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 1/19$956
This Justfly.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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/56:01 pmORD - CMB
2 stops28h 04mAir Canada
Tue 5/203:25 amCMB - ORD
2 stops27h 17mAir Canada
Deal found 1/21$985
This Trip.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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/2812:00 pmORD - CMB
1 stop41h 35mAir India
Mon 4/148:20 amCMB - ORD
1 stop33h 35mAir India
Deal found 1/21$1,087
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Thu 8/289:00 pmORD - CMB
2 stops40h 05mSingapore Airlines
Mon 9/812:50 amCMB - ORD
2 stops27h 30mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 1/20$1,119
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 4/147:40 pmORD - CMB
1 stop26h 50mQatar Airways
Sat 4/263:35 amCMB - ORD
1 stop22h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 1/20$1,206
This Indian Eagle 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 Indian Eagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/68:35 pmORD - CMB
2 stops26h 25mEmirates
Wed 5/212:05 amCMB - ORD
1 stop24h 10mEmirates
Deal found 1/21$1,238
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Thu 1/301:10 pmORD - CMB
1 stop31h 50mEtihad Airways
Sun 2/94:20 amCMB - ORD
1 stop39h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 1/20$1,264
This SmartFares 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/26:35 pmORD - CMB
1 stop30h 25mSriLankan Airlines
Tue 4/291:05 pmCMB - ORD
1 stop33h 15mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 1/21$1,277
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.
Fri 3/78:30 pmORD - CMB
2 stops31h 00mIndiGo
Sun 3/234:00 pmCMB - ORD
2 stops38h 05mIndiGo
Deal found 1/21$1,279
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/65:35 pmMDW - CMB
3 stops34h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/175:20 pmCMB - MDW
3 stops33h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$2,117

Find flights from Chicago to Colombo within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago 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 January 21, 2025.

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ChicagoColombo

ORD - CMB

ORDCMB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 3/6

11:55 am-6:00 am

1 stop30h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 3/17

7:15 am-11:10 am

1 stop38h 25m

$941

ChicagoColombo

ORD - CMB

ORDCMB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/4

7:05 pm-5:35 am

2 stops47h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 3/11

11:40 pm-5:15 pm

2 stops52h 05m

$947

ChicagoColombo

ORD - CMB

ORDCMB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/4

2:40 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop45h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 3/10

12:45 am-2:00 pm

1 stop23h 45m

$956

ChicagoColombo

ORD - CMB

ORDCMB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/5

6:01 pm-8:35 am

2 stops28h 04m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 5/20

3:25 am-8:12 pm

2 stops27h 17m

$985

ChicagoColombo

ORD - CMB

ORDCMB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/9

12:00 pm-4:05 pm

1 stop41h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 4/23

8:20 am-7:25 am

1 stop33h 35m

$1,028

ChicagoColombo

ORD - CMB

ORDCMB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/14

7:40 pm-9:00 am

1 stop26h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 4/26

3:35 am-3:25 pm

1 stop22h 20m

$1,206

ChicagoColombo

ORD - CMB

ORDCMB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/6

8:35 pm-9:30 am

2 stops26h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 5/21

2:05 am-3:45 pm

1 stop24h 10m

$1,238

ChicagoColombo

ORD - CMB

ORDCMB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/2

6:35 pm-12:30 pm

1 stop30h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 4/29

1:05 pm-11:50 am

1 stop33h 15m

$1,277

ChicagoColombo

ORD - CMB

ORDCMB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 3/7

8:30 pm-3:00 pm

2 stops31h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 3/23

4:00 pm-7:35 pm

2 stops38h 05m

$1,279

ChicagoColombo

MDW - CMB

MDWCMB

Chicago Midway

Thu 3/6

5:35 pm-4:00 pm

3 stops34h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 3/17

5:20 pm-4:40 pm

3 stops33h 50m

$2,117

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Chicago to Colombo in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 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 Chicago-Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport 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 Chicago-Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Colombo

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Colombo from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from Chicago to Colombo

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Colombo. Price data was last updated on January 17, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Chicago to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is 5 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $1,049). Flying from Chicago 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 CHI to CMB?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago 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 January 21, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Chicago to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 11% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Colombo. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Monday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 January 21, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chicago to Colombo, such as Emirates, Cathay Pacific and Air Canada. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

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.

Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

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.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,358 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

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.

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,754 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

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.

SWISS
7.5
Good
1,600 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

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.

Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
830 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

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.

Related info for your journey

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Chicago to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is Turkish Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $941 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Cathay Pacific and Air India, starting at $956 and $998 round-trip. Turkish Airlines is currently priced 36% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Air India. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $518. Users have also found prices from $608 and $617 on IndiGo and Qatar Airways, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Colombo 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 Chicago to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $1,049). Flying from Chicago 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 8 airlines flying from Chicago to Colombo

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Chicago 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 January 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$816Average$922FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,025Average$1,411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air IndiaCheapest$1,040Average$1,218FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,142Average$1,594FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,170Average$1,499FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$1,253Average$1,691FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
EmiratesCheapest$1,339Average$1,832FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
British AirwaysCheapest$2,378Average$2,581FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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