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$481+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Sri Lanka

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SFO — CMB
Apr 29 — May 61
Tue 4/29
Tue 5/6
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Sri Lanka

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco to Sri Lanka flight deals. Data was last updated April 24, 2025.

Round-trip from

$901
(Ovago)

One-way from

$583
(Booking.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,129
From San Francisco to Sri Lanka
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Sri Lanka
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Sri Lanka. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 24, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 11/52:45 pmSFO - CMB
1 stop21h 40mQatar Airways
Wed 11/267:15 pmCMB - SFO
1 stop30h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/23$898
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/1212:00 pmSFO - CMB
3 stops44h 40mChina Eastern
Sun 5/188:30 pmCMB - SFO
2 stops33h 48mChina Eastern
Deal found 4/22$901
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 5/610:00 amSFO - CMB
1 stop41h 35mAir India
Sat 5/248:20 amCMB - SFO
1 stop35h 10mAir India
Deal found 4/23$913
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Wed 8/1311:30 amSFO - CMB
1 stop23h 35mSingapore Airlines
Sun 8/2412:50 amCMB - SFO
1 stop21h 20mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 4/23$964
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Sun 5/119:00 amSFO - CMB
2 stops26h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/261:10 amCMB - SFO
1 stop28h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/22$1,036
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/811:10 pmSFO - CMB
1 stop36h 10mCathay Pacific
Sun 5/181:10 amCMB - SFO
1 stop28h 50mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/23$1,051
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 5/66:00 amSFO - CMB
2 stops32h 20mEtihad Airways
Sat 5/244:05 amCMB - SFO
2 stops32h 05mEtihad Airways
Deal found 4/23$1,126
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 5/116:45 pmSFO - CMB
2 stops28h 35mIndiGo
Tue 5/2712:50 pmCMB - SFO
2 stops40h 20mIndiGo
Deal found 4/22$1,194

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Sri Lanka 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 24, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Sri Lanka that are best for you.

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San Francisco

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Sri Lanka

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Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Wed 9/10

3:55 pm-3:05 am

1 stop22h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 9/24

4:35 am-1:35 pm

1 stop21h 30m

$900

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Mon 5/12

12:00 pm-9:10 pm

3 stops44h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 5/18

8:30 pm-5:48 pm

2 stops33h 48m

$901

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Tue 5/6

10:00 am-4:05 pm

1 stop41h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 5/24

8:20 am-7:00 am

1 stop35h 10m

$913

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Wed 8/13

11:30 am-11:35 pm

1 stop23h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 8/24

12:50 am-9:40 am

1 stop21h 20m

$964

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Sun 5/11

9:00 am-11:50 pm

2 stops26h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 5/26

1:10 am-5:30 pm

1 stop28h 50m

$1,036

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Thu 5/8

11:10 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop36h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 5/18

1:10 am-5:30 pm

1 stop28h 50m

$1,051

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Tue 5/6

6:00 am-2:50 am

2 stops32h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 5/24

4:05 am-11:40 pm

2 stops32h 05m

$1,126

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Sun 5/11

6:45 pm-11:50 am

2 stops28h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 5/27

12:50 pm-4:40 pm

2 stops40h 20m

$1,194

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Wed 5/14

4:45 pm-9:55 pm

3 stops40h 40m

$481

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Wed 5/14

12:40 pm-11:50 am

2 stops34h 40m

$583

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Sri Lanka

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Sri Lanka from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Sri Lanka

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Sri Lanka?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Sri Lanka (average of $1,049). Flying from San Francisco to Sri Lanka 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 SFO to LK?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Sri Lanka. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 24, 2025.

When flying from San Francisco to Sri Lanka, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in Sri Lanka by month

Plan your trip to Sri Lanka by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Sri Lanka 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 Sri Lanka when rainfall is around 2.4 in.

Temperature in Sri Lanka by month

Plan your trip to Sri Lanka by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Sri Lanka, 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 Sri Lanka

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sri Lanka. 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 Sri Lanka. Reviews last updated April 24, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Francisco to Sri Lanka, such as Singapore Airlines, Emirates and Cathay Pacific. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,290 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,290 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,290 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,206 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,290 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
850 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,290 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,561 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,290 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,202 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,290 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Sri Lanka. 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 San Francisco to Sri Lanka?

    San Francisco (SFO) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from San Francisco to Sri Lanka. It is only a 11.8 mi journey to San Francisco (SFO) from San Francisco’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Sri Lanka one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Francisco to Sri Lanka are IndiGo ($583), Qatar Airways ($745), and Cathay Pacific ($1,066).

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Sri Lanka that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to Sri Lanka flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Sri Lanka?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco to Sri Lanka.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to Sri Lanka?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Sri Lanka 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 San Francisco to Sri Lanka?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Sri Lanka (average of $1,049). Flying from San Francisco to Sri Lanka 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 San Francisco to Sri Lanka

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to Sri Lanka. 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 April 24, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$687Average$863FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Cathay PacificCheapest$809Average$1,103FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$958Average$1,191FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$971Average$1,292FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$997Average$1,502FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Air IndiaCheapest$998Average$1,318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,136Average$1,247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air CanadaCheapest$1,445Average$1,494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,468Average$1,850FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
EmiratesCheapest$1,628Average$1,888FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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