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$574+ Cheap flights from John F Kennedy Intl, NY (JFK) to Bandaranaike Intl (CMB)

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JFK — CMB
Dec 26 — Jan 21
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The best prices from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl are usually found in October or September, booked 84 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

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FlightHub
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$828
(Cathay Pacific)

One-way from

$574
(Booking.com)

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$1,851
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from John F Kennedy Intl to Colombo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 21, 2024.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Tue 12/3110:00 pmJFK - CMB
1 stop24h 00mEtihad Airways
Sat 1/259:40 amCMB - JFK
1 stop33h 30mEtihad Airways
Deal found 12/21$1,216
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3111:35 amJFK - CMB
1 stop25h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/253:00 pmCMB - JFK
2 stops58h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/21$1,358
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Tue 12/318:05 pmJFK - CMB
2 stops32h 25mIndiGo
Sat 1/254:00 pmCMB - JFK
2 stops40h 45mIndiGo
Deal found 12/21$1,531
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Fri 12/2711:00 pmJFK - CMB
2 stops32h 55mEmirates
Wed 1/228:15 pmCMB - JFK
2 stops28h 10mEmirates
Deal found 12/21$1,709
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/2911:35 amJFK - CMB
1 stop40h 55mAir India
Tue 1/78:10 amCMB - JFK
1 stop33h 15mAir India
Deal found 12/21$1,878
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Tue 12/2410:20 amJFK - CMB
1 stop22h 50mQatar Airways
Fri 12/274:25 amCMB - JFK
1 stop21h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/20$1,892
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Sun 12/298:20 pmJFK - CMB
2 stops64h 40mSingapore Airlines
Mon 1/612:45 amCMB - JFK
2 stops45h 00mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 12/21$2,597
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Tue 12/2412:10 amJFK - CMB
1 stop26h 35mTurkish Airlines
Thu 12/269:55 pmCMB - JFK
1 stop23h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 12/20$2,599
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Tue 12/247:00 pmJFK - CMB
2 stops21h 25mBritish Airways
Sun 12/294:25 amCMB - JFK
2 stops24h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/21$2,721

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JFK - CMB

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New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 2/17

12:10 am-6:00 am

1 stop19h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 3/20

9:55 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop23h 50m

$830

New YorkColombo

JFK - CMB

JFKCMB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 2/7

1:40 pm-8:35 pm

1 stop20h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 2/17

4:15 pm-8:40 am

1 stop26h 55m

$836

New YorkColombo

JFK - CMB

JFKCMB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 2/10

11:35 am-8:40 am

1 stop34h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 2/27

4:00 pm-6:55 am

1 stop25h 25m

$906

New YorkColombo

JFK - CMB

JFKCMB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 2/12

1:50 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop23h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 3/10

12:45 am-1:10 pm

1 stop21h 55m

$948

New YorkColombo

JFK - CMB

JFKCMB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 2/9

1:30 am-4:30 pm

1 stop28h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 2/27

11:15 am-8:00 am

1 stop31h 15m

$954

New YorkColombo

JFK - CMB

JFKCMB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 4/30

8:55 pm-11:35 pm

2 stops41h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 5/27

12:50 am-11:10 am

2 stops43h 50m

$981

New YorkColombo

JFK - CMB

JFKCMB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 2/3

12:10 am-11:15 pm

2 stops36h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 3/5

11:40 pm-11:15 am

2 stops46h 05m

$1,025

New YorkColombo

JFK - CMB

JFKCMB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 3/2

10:20 pm-6:25 pm

3 stops33h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 3/24

8:15 pm-6:55 pm

3 stops32h 10m

$1,113

New YorkColombo

JFK - CMB

JFKCMB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 2/14

1:30 am-4:30 pm

1 stop28h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 2/26

10:15 am-8:00 am

1 stop32h 15m

$1,185

New YorkColombo

JFK - CMB

JFKCMB

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 1/18

12:10 am-3:00 pm

2 stops28h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 2/7

4:00 pm-6:10 pm

2 stops36h 40m

$1,190

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oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

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  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport-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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport-Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport-Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport-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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport-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 John F Kennedy Intl to Colombo

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Travel insights for flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Colombo

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from John F Kennedy Intl to Colombo. Price data was last updated on December 20, 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, you should look to book at least 84 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $1,049). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport 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 JFK to CMB?

Find hourly flight availability from John F Kennedy Intl 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 21, 2024.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 29% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Sunday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday 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 December 21, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from New York to Colombo, such as Cathay Pacific, IndiGo and Emirates. 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,404 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,404 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,404 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,540 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,404 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

SWISS
7.6
Good
1,604 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,404 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,787 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,404 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
835 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,404 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from John F Kennedy Intl to Colombo. 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport round-trip?

    Currently priced at $828, Cathay Pacific will fly you from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport and back. In addition to Cathay Pacific, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Turkish Airlines and Etihad Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $830 and $836, respectively. Cathay Pacific is currently priced 36% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for IndiGo. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $574. Users have also found prices from $615 and $679 on Etihad Airways and Air India, respectively.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Most of the time, New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights that have layovers will stop in Doha. Abu Dhabi sees the second most layovers for non-direct flights flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Doha?

    The majority of Doha visitors spend their time at Museum of Islamic Art, Aspire Tower, and Katara Cultural Village. Museum of Islamic Art, Aspire Tower, and Katara Cultural Village are located about 5.2 mi, 10.6 mi, and 8.7 mi, respectively from Doha Hamad Intl. Travelers in need of a car in Doha can rent one for about $36 per day.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Abu Dhabi?

    Most Abu Dhabi visitors opt to spend their time at Emirates Palace, Emirates Park Zoo, and Etihad Towers. Emirates Palace, Emirates Park Zoo and Etihad Towers are located about 21.1 mi, 7.9 mi, and 20.8 mi, respectively from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl if you are interested in checking them out. Travelers can book a car rental at Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl for about $29 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights?

    New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights have a layover in Malé least often. Dubai is the second least popular location for layovers on flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.

  • Can I find deals for flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Colombo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on John F Kennedy Intl to Colombo flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Colombo?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Colombo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $1,049). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport 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 10 airlines flying from John F Kennedy Intl to Colombo

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from John F Kennedy Intl 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 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$763Average$974FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Cathay PacificCheapest$785Average$990FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Air IndiaCheapest$845Average$1,059FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$857Average$1,264FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$910Average$1,362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$952Average$1,486FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,000Average$1,240FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$1,032Average$1,240FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
EmiratesCheapest$1,092Average$1,684FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$1,106Average$1,607FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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