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$430+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Bandaranaike Intl (CMB)

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WAS — CMB
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Tue 11/26
Tue 12/3
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Washington, D.C. to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl are usually found in October or September, booked 58 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

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AranGrant
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AranGrant
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$947
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. 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.
Fri 11/299:30 pmIAD - CMB
1 stop19h 10mEtihad Airways
Wed 12/184:20 amCMB - IAD
1 stop22h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 11/21$985
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.
Tue 11/265:00 pmDCA - CMB
2 stops22h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/24:25 amCMB - DCA
2 stops26h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/21$1,174
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/18:05 pmIAD - CMB
1 stop20h 20mQatar Airways
Tue 12/174:25 amCMB - IAD
1 stop22h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/19$1,218
This Booking.com 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/82:00 pmIAD - CMB
2 stops38h 30mIndiGo
Thu 12/124:00 pmCMB - IAD
2 stops38h 00mIndiGo
Deal found 11/21$1,226
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.
Wed 11/279:25 pmIAD - CMB
1 stop21h 50mTurkish Airlines
Sun 12/159:55 pmCMB - IAD
1 stop24h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 11/21$1,251
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/82:00 pmIAD - CMB
2 stops38h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/124:00 pmCMB - IAD
3 stops34h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/21$1,318
This CrystalTravel 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/3010:30 amIAD - CMB
1 stop24h 55mEmirates
Mon 12/910:30 amCMB - IAD
2 stops31h 45mEmirates
Deal found 11/21$1,401
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/16:42 amDCA - CMB
2 stops23h 18mQatar Airways
Tue 12/173:25 amCMB - DCA
2 stops26h 03mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/21$1,448
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/86:10 pmBWI - CMB
3 stops35h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/165:05 pmCMB - BWI
3 stops40h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/21$1,489
This SWISS 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/1010:05 pmIAD - CMB
2 stops48h 15mSWISS
Fri 1/1710:05 amCMB - IAD
2 stops40h 50mSWISS
Deal found 11/21$1,556
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.
Sun 12/298:05 pmIAD - CMB
1 stop20h 20mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/184:25 amCMB - IAD
2 stops46h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/20$1,783
This Indian Eagle 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 Indian Eagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/268:13 amBWI - CMB
2 stops31h 12mQatar Airways
Mon 12/23:25 amCMB - BWI
2 stops29h 18mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/21$1,853

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IAD - CMB

IADCMB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 3/1

9:30 pm-3:10 am

1 stop19h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 3/14

4:20 am-5:25 pm

1 stop22h 35m

$947

Washington, D.C.Colombo

IAD - CMB

IADCMB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 3/5

9:25 pm-5:45 am

1 stop21h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 3/17

7:15 am-1:15 pm

1 stop39h 30m

$948

Washington, D.C.Colombo

IAD - CMB

IADCMB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 4/10

9:05 pm-3:25 am

1 stop20h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 5/5

8:20 pm-8:45 am

1 stop21h 55m

$967

Washington, D.C.Colombo

DCA - CMB

DCACMB

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 2/5

5:20 pm-2:55 am

2 stops23h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 2/17

3:25 am-6:14 pm

2 stops25h 19m

$992

Washington, D.C.Colombo

IAD - CMB

IADCMB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 2/3

9:30 pm-7:55 pm

2 stops35h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 3/24

3:00 am-5:25 pm

2 stops47h 55m

$1,024

Washington, D.C.Colombo

IAD - CMB

IADCMB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 4/4

9:05 pm-3:25 am

1 stop20h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 4/29

4:55 am-4:10 pm

1 stop20h 45m

$1,077

Washington, D.C.Colombo

IAD - CMB

IADCMB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 1/22

2:00 pm-3:00 pm

2 stops38h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 2/3

4:00 pm-7:30 pm

2 stops38h 00m

$1,154

Washington, D.C.Colombo

DCA - CMB

DCACMB

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 1/22

4:30 pm-2:55 am

2 stops23h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 2/3

7:30 pm-5:57 pm

2 stops32h 57m

$1,197

BaltimoreColombo

BWI - CMB

BWICMB

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 2/6

8:10 am-1:55 am

2 stops31h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 2/19

3:25 am-11:05 pm

2 stops30h 10m

$1,274

Washington, D.C.Colombo

IAD - CMB

IADCMB

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 1/14

10:30 am-6:25 pm

2 stops21h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 2/5

10:30 am-8:10 am

2 stops32h 10m

$1,283

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

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Colombo. Price data was last updated on November 15, 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, you should look to book at least 58 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 Washington, D.C. to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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.

When flying from Washington, D.C. to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 7% versus a flight 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 November 21, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Etihad Airways, Turkish Airlines and Qatar Airways from Washington, D.C. to Colombo by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,489 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

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
3,489 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,489 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

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
1,338 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,489 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

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
1,636 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,489 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

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
7.6
Good
878 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,489 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

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
3,829 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,489 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

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 Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Washington, D.C. to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is Etihad Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $947 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Turkish Airlines and Qatar Airways, starting at $948 and $967 round-trip. Users have found that Etihad Airways is 26% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport one-way?

    $430 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Etihad Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on IndiGo and Air India, with prices starting from $556 and $651, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    The most popular route from Washington, D.C. to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl. You may also consider Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl or Baltimore/Washington - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Washington, D.C. to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Of the flights from Washington, D.C. to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport that have layovers, most of them stop in Doha.

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

    Doha travelers tend to visit Museum of Islamic Art, Katara Cultural Village, and Aspire Tower more than anywhere else. Museum of Islamic Art, Katara Cultural Village, and Aspire Tower can be accessed by traveling approximately 5.2 mi, 8.7 mi, and 10.6 mi, respectively from Doha Hamad Intl. Those looking to explore during their layover in Doha can rent a car from Doha Hamad Intl for about $33 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Washington, D.C. to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights?

    Washington, D.C. to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights that have layovers will least frequently stop in Abu Dhabi.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Colombo that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Colombo?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Colombo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

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

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. 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
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$811Average$1,372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
JetBlueCheapest$851Average$1,439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Air IndiaCheapest$894Average$1,341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$901Average$1,289FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$910Average$960FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$945Average$1,219FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$1,267Average$1,674FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
EmiratesCheapest$1,352Average$1,861FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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