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$450+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Sri Lanka

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SFO — CMB
Apr 5 — Apr 121
Sat 4/5
Sat 4/12
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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 March 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$890
(Gurufare)

One-way from

$450
(Trip.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,277
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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 March 31, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Tue 9/3012:20 amSFO - CMB
1 stop34h 40mCathay Pacific
Thu 10/1612:50 amCMB - SFO
1 stop22h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 3/30$872
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Sun 7/2711:30 amSFO - CMB
1 stop23h 35mSingapore Airlines
Tue 9/3012:50 amCMB - SFO
1 stop21h 20mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 3/31$945
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Sun 4/2012:55 pmSFO - CMB
1 stop22h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/810:55 pmCMB - SFO
2 stops50h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30$994
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/191:10 pmSFO - CMB
1 stop27h 15mTurkish Airlines
Wed 12/37:25 amCMB - SFO
1 stop41h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 3/30$1,052
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 4/2910:00 amSFO - CMB
1 stop41h 35mAir India
Tue 5/68:20 amCMB - SFO
1 stop22h 30mAir India
Deal found 3/31$1,073
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 5/610:45 pmSFO - CMB
2 stops45h 15mEtihad Airways
Wed 5/214:05 amCMB - SFO
2 stops46h 58mEtihad Airways
Deal found 3/30$1,126
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Mon 5/512:00 pmSFO - CMB
1 stop42h 30mChina Eastern
Wed 5/218:30 pmCMB - SFO
2 stops31h 15mChina Eastern
Deal found 3/30$1,163
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/294:35 pmSFO - CMB
2 stops42h 30mAir Canada
Wed 10/112:50 amCMB - SFO
2 stops34h 39mAir Canada
Deal found 3/31$1,245
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Mon 5/512:35 amSFO - CMB
3 stops50h 35mChina Southern
Sat 5/2410:15 pmCMB - SFO
3 stops58h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 3/30$1,249

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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 March 31, 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 FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Sun 5/4

12:55 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop22h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 5/20

1:10 am-5:30 pm

1 stop28h 50m

$890

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Sun 7/27

11:30 am-11:35 pm

1 stop23h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 9/30

12:50 am-9:40 am

1 stop21h 20m

$945

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Sun 4/20

12:55 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop22h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 5/8

10:55 pm-1:00 pm

2 stops50h 35m

$994

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Mon 5/5

12:40 pm-5:15 am

1 stop28h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 5/22

6:45 am-10:35 am

1 stop40h 20m

$1,054

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Tue 4/29

10:00 am-4:05 pm

1 stop41h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 5/6

8:20 am-6:20 pm

1 stop22h 30m

$1,073

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Tue 5/6

10:45 pm-8:30 am

2 stops45h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 5/21

4:05 am-2:33 pm

2 stops46h 58m

$1,126

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Mon 5/5

12:00 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop42h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 5/21

8:30 pm-3:15 pm

2 stops31h 15m

$1,163

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Tue 7/29

4:35 pm-11:35 pm

2 stops42h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 10/1

12:50 am-10:59 pm

2 stops34h 39m

$1,245

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Mon 5/5

12:35 am-3:40 pm

3 stops50h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 5/24

10:15 pm-8:30 pm

3 stops58h 45m

$1,249

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Sun 4/27

12:20 am-12:50 pm

2 stops48h 00m

$450

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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.
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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 March 31, 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 March 31, 2025.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,286 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

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
1,286 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,286 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

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
841 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,286 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

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
China Southern
7.5
Good
94 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,286 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

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
1,181 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,286 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

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
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,748 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,286 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

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 Air India ($510), Cathay Pacific ($720), and Turkish Airlines ($2,604).

  • 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 March 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$687Average$863FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Cathay PacificCheapest$797Average$1,104FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$958Average$1,186FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$981Average$1,301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$997Average$1,524FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Air IndiaCheapest$1,003Average$1,363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,136Average$1,247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air CanadaCheapest$1,458Average$1,494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,468Average$1,665FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
EmiratesCheapest$1,628Average$1,885FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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