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$623+ Cheap flights from New Orleans (MSY) to Bandaranaike Intl (CMB)

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MSY — CMB
Dec 26 — Jan 21
Thu 12/26
Thu 1/2
1 adult, Economy
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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,127
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$623
(Kiwi.com)

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February

Average price

$2,148
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Cheapest flights from New Orleans to Colombo
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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.
Sun 12/225:25 pmMSY - CMB
2 stops25h 05mTurkish Airlines
Thu 1/99:55 pmCMB - MSY
2 stops36h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 12/21$3,488
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.
Sat 12/216:10 pmMSY - CMB
2 stops45h 15mQatar Airways
Wed 1/14:25 amCMB - MSY
2 stops28h 37mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/21$3,726
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.
Sun 12/226:10 pmMSY - CMB
2 stops62h 55mEtihad Airways
Wed 1/84:20 amCMB - MSY
2 stops41h 05mEtihad Airways
Deal found 12/21$3,759
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Sat 12/216:10 pmMSY - CMB
2 stops45h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/29:55 amCMB - MSY
2 stops40h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/21$4,535
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Sat 12/216:36 pmMSY - CMB
2 stops58h 14mEmirates
Wed 1/12:45 amCMB - MSY
3 stops55h 17mEmirates
Deal found 12/21$10,035

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New OrleansColombo

MSY - CMB

MSYCMB

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 3/11

1:01 pm-1:55 am

2 stops26h 24m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 4/8

4:55 am-8:50 pm

2 stops26h 25m

$1,127

New OrleansColombo

MSY - CMB

MSYCMB

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 3/11

9:58 am-11:30 pm

3 stops51h 02m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 4/7

12:50 am-5:59 pm

2 stops27h 39m

$1,338

New OrleansColombo

MSY - CMB

MSYCMB

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 1/16

10:45 am-8:35 pm

2 stops22h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 3/15

4:20 am-11:12 am

2 stops41h 22m

$1,725

New OrleansColombo

MSY - CMB

MSYCMB

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 3/11

3:50 pm-8:25 am

2 stops30h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 4/8

8:35 pm-8:09 pm

3 stops34h 04m

$1,856

New OrleansColombo

MSY - CMB

MSYCMB

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 6/1

7:00 am-2:05 am

2 stops32h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 6/15

8:20 pm-9:39 am

2 stops47h 49m

$2,099

New OrleansColombo

MSY - CMB

MSYCMB

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 1/16

1:30 pm-11:30 pm

3 stops46h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 3/14

12:45 am-6:11 pm

3 stops51h 56m

$3,139

New OrleansColombo

MSY - CMB

MSYCMB

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 1/16

7:30 pm-4:40 pm

3 stops57h 40m

$623

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FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

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

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Travel insights for flights from New Orleans to Colombo

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

Find hourly flight availability from New Orleans 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.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 31% on flights from New Orleans to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport by exploring options for tickets at noon.

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.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,404 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,330 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,404 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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.

Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,208 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,404 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,404 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from New Orleans to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl?

    For a flight from New Orleans to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl, you will be flying from Louis Armstrong. New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) is just 11.4 mi from the center of the city. Louis Armstrong is the only New Orleans airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl per day. 1 airline has flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on a regular basis.

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

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($1,127), Etihad Airways ($1,725), and Emirates ($1,856) offers the cheapest pricing from New Orleans to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. These flights start at 26% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from New Orleans to Colombo?

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

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

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

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