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$566+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Bandaranaike Intl (CMB)

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ORD — CMB
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Tue 11/26
Tue 12/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Colombo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Illinois (USIL) 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 November 21, 2024.

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Cheapest flights from Illinois to Colombo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Colombo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 21, 2024.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/17:05 pmORD - CMB
1 stop20h 20mQatar Airways
Fri 12/137:30 pmCMB - ORD
1 stop30h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/21$1,420
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/18:30 pmORD - CMB
2 stops31h 00mIndiGo
Fri 12/64:00 pmCMB - ORD
2 stops38h 05mIndiGo
Deal found 11/19$1,467
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/18:30 pmORD - CMB
2 stops31h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/54:20 amCMB - ORD
1 stop39h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$1,493
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/39:25 pmORD - CMB
2 stops47h 55mLufthansa
Fri 12/1310:05 amCMB - ORD
3 stops43h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 11/20$1,590
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/251:45 pmSTL - CMB
2 stops24h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/264:25 amCMB - STL
2 stops27h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/21$1,630
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Sun 12/12:40 pmORD - CMB
1 stop45h 20mCathay Pacific
Thu 12/1212:45 amCMB - ORD
1 stop23h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 11/20$1,639
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Sun 12/11:10 pmORD - CMB
1 stop19h 55mEtihad Airways
Fri 12/134:15 pmCMB - ORD
1 stop27h 40mEtihad Airways
Deal found 11/20$1,677
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/36:35 pmORD - CMB
3 stops51h 30mGulf Air
Thu 2/65:00 pmCMB - ORD
3 stops35h 30mGulf Air
Deal found 11/21$1,710
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/217:05 pmORD - CMB
1 stop20h 20mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/274:25 amCMB - ORD
1 stop21h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/20$1,727
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/307:05 pmORD - CMB
1 stop23h 10mSriLankan Airlines
Sat 1/1812:50 pmCMB - ORD
1 stop37h 25mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 11/19$1,813
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/287:45 pmORD - CMB
2 stops35h 10mEmirates
Thu 12/1210:30 amCMB - ORD
2 stops39h 55mEmirates
Deal found 11/21$1,865
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/135:00 pmORD - CMB
2 stops22h 25mBritish Airways
Mon 12/233:25 amCMB - ORD
2 stops25h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/19$2,188

Find flights from Illinois to Colombo within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois 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 2,612,795 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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St. LouisColombo

STL - CMB

STLCMB

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 4/18

1:42 pm-3:25 am

2 stops27h 13m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 4/27

4:55 am-7:40 pm

2 stops25h 15m

$947

ChicagoColombo

ORD - CMB

ORDCMB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/30

6:00 pm-5:35 am

2 stops24h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 2/10

1:30 pm-4:15 pm

2 stops62h 15m

$951

ChicagoColombo

ORD - CMB

ORDCMB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/17

8:30 pm-6:00 am

1 stop22h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 4/18

6:45 am-5:55 pm

1 stop21h 40m

$952

ChicagoColombo

ORD - CMB

ORDCMB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/14

9:10 pm-8:50 am

2 stops48h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 1/31

10:05 am-4:15 pm

2 stops41h 40m

$979

ChicagoColombo

ORD - CMB

ORDCMB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/18

2:40 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop45h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 4/12

1:10 am-2:25 pm

1 stop23h 45m

$1,009

ChicagoColombo

ORD - CMB

ORDCMB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/14

6:00 pm-8:50 am

2 stops51h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 1/31

10:05 am-1:25 pm

3 stops38h 50m

$1,072

ChicagoColombo

ORD - CMB

ORDCMB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/24

11:00 am-4:05 pm

1 stop41h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 2/10

8:10 am-6:30 am

1 stop33h 50m

$1,121

ChicagoColombo

ORD - CMB

ORDCMB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/18

7:05 pm-2:55 am

1 stop20h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 4/13

4:55 am-3:25 pm

1 stop21h 00m

$1,143

ChicagoColombo

ORD - CMB

ORDCMB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/27

7:05 pm-1:55 am

1 stop19h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 2/3

11:15 am-5:38 pm

2 stops41h 53m

$1,144

ChicagoColombo

ORD - CMB

ORDCMB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/24

1:10 pm-8:35 pm

1 stop19h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 2/9

4:20 am-8:25 am

1 stop39h 35m

$1,229

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Colombo

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Travel insights for flights from Illinois to Colombo

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $1,049). Flying from Illinois to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,697). 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 IL to CMB?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois 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 November 21, 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Illinois 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 November 21, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Cathay Pacific, Qatar Airways and Etihad Airways from Illinois to Colombo have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,024 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Ticket counter agent need to be more patient. Food was not good. It was not good like in the past.. Cabin was too hot.

Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,024 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,024 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Ticket counter agent need to be more patient. Food was not good. It was not good like in the past.. Cabin was too hot.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,489 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,024 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Ticket counter agent need to be more patient. Food was not good. It was not good like in the past.. Cabin was too hot.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,338 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,024 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Ticket counter agent need to be more patient. Food was not good. It was not good like in the past.. Cabin was too hot.

SWISS
7.6
Good
1,636 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,024 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Ticket counter agent need to be more patient. Food was not good. It was not good like in the past.. Cabin was too hot.

Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
878 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,024 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Ticket counter agent need to be more patient. Food was not good. It was not good like in the past.. Cabin was too hot.

Related info for your journey

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

    $566 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from IndiGo. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Air India and SriLankan Airlines, with prices starting from $592 and $789, respectively.

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

    While some choose either Chicago Midway - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl or Lambert-St Louis - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl, Chicago O'Hare Intl - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl is the most popular route from Illinois to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $1,049). Flying from Illinois to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,697). 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 Illinois to Colombo

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Illinois 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 2,612,795 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$837Average$1,066FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air IndiaCheapest$936Average$1,244FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,194Average$1,473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,215Average$1,498FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,223Average$1,494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$1,299Average$1,660FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
EmiratesCheapest$1,357Average$1,752FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
British AirwaysCheapest$2,362Average$2,581FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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