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$332+ Cheap flights from Zurich (ZRH) to Bandaranaike Intl (CMB)

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ZRH — CMB
abr. 2 — abr. 91
mié. 4/2
mié. 4/9
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Zurich to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl are usually found in May or January, booked 20 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Saturday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Zurich to Colombo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Zurich (ZRH) 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 marzo 28, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$692
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$332
(Etihad Airways)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$830
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Cheapest flights from Zurich to Colombo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Zurich to Colombo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on marzo 28, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
mar. 4/1511:40 amZRH - CMB
2 stops36h 20mMultiple Airlines
mar. 5/133:55 amCMB - ZRH
2 stops34h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$692
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 9/2210:35 pmZRH - CMB
1 stop18h 35mEtihad Airways
dom. 10/129:50 amCMB - ZRH
1 stop12h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 3/26$693
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 11/1911:05 amZRH - CMB
1 stop21h 40mTurkish Airlines
mié. 12/37:25 amCMB - ZRH
1 stop30h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 3/26$749
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 10/278:45 amZRH - CMB
1 stop12h 40mQatar Airways
mar. 11/47:15 pmCMB - ZRH
1 stop22h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 3/27$761
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 8/1310:15 pmZRH - CMB
1 stop20h 25mEmirates
mar. 9/98:35 pmCMB - ZRH
2 stops20h 15mEmirates
Deal found 3/26$836
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
vie. 11/289:30 pmZRH - CMB
Nonstop9h 55mSWISS
mié. 12/179:55 amCMB - ZRH
Nonstop11h 00mSWISS
Deal found 3/27$874

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Zurich to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport that are best for you.

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Zurich

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Colombo

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Price

ZurichColombo

ZRH - CMB

ZRHCMB

Zurich

mar. 4/15

11:40 am-3:30 am

2 stops36h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

mar. 5/13

3:55 am-10:25 am

2 stops34h 00m

$692

ZurichColombo

ZRH - CMB

ZRHCMB

Zurich

lun. 9/22

10:35 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop18h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

dom. 10/12

9:50 am-6:55 pm

1 stop12h 35m

$693

ZurichColombo

ZRH - CMB

ZRHCMB

Zurich

mié. 9/17

4:40 pm-9:40 am

1 stop13h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

lun. 9/29

3:35 am-2:20 pm

1 stop14h 15m

$760

ZurichColombo

ZRH - CMB

ZRHCMB

Zurich

mar. 4/29

10:45 am-5:15 am

1 stop15h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

dom. 5/18

6:45 am-9:25 am

1 stop30h 10m

$775

ZurichColombo

ZRH - CMB

ZRHCMB

Zurich

mié. 8/13

10:15 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop20h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

lun. 9/8

2:55 am-1:20 pm

1 stop13h 55m

$836

ZurichColombo

ZRH - CMB

ZRHCMB

Zurich

mar. 4/15

9:45 am-8:40 am

1 stop19h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

mié. 5/14

8:20 am-7:15 pm

1 stop14h 25m

$953

ZurichColombo

ZRH - CMB

ZRHCMB

Zurich

lun. 4/7

5:35 pm-12:55 pm

2 stops39h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

mar. 5/13

1:55 pm-4:45 pm

2 stops30h 20m

$963

ZurichColombo

ZRH - CMB

ZRHCMB

Zurich

dom. 5/18

10:35 pm-2:50 am

1 stop24h 45m

$332

ZurichColombo

ZRH - CMB

ZRHCMB

Zurich

jue. 4/10

11:30 am-8:50 pm

3 stops53h 50m

$355

ZurichColombo

ZRH - CMB

ZRHCMB

Zurich

jue. 4/3

9:45 am-3:00 pm

1 stop25h 45m

$585

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Zurich to Colombo in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 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 Zurich-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 Zurich-Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Zurich-Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Zurich-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 Zurich-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 Zurich to Colombo

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Colombo from Zurich with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Zurich to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Zurich to Colombo. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

Booking 20 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Zurich to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Zurich 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 marzo 28, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Zurich 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 in the morning could potentially save you up to 33% on airfare.

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 marzo 28, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Zurich to Colombo, such as Emirates, KLM and SWISS. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,190 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,190 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,190 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,321 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,190 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,570 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,190 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,538 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,190 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,181 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,190 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Zurich to Colombo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Most people fly from Zurich (ZRH) if they book a flight from Zurich to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl. On average, Zurich has 0 outbound flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl per day from 4 airlines. Zurich is conveniently located just 5.9 mi from Zurich’s city center.

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

    Currently priced at $693, Etihad Airways will fly you from Zurich to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport and back. In addition to Etihad Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Qatar Airways and Turkish Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $760 and $775, respectively. Users have found that Etihad Airways is 24% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $332 on Etihad Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air India from $585 and SWISS from $971 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Zurich to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Zurich to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport consider choosing Edelweiss Air (78%), SWISS (78%) or Lufthansa (78%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zurich to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $1,049). Flying from Zurich 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 4 airlines flying from Zurich to Colombo

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Zurich 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 marzo 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air IndiaCheapest$524Average$820FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$738Average$879FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$781Average$877FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
EmiratesCheapest$811Average$942FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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