Cheap flights from Bandaranaike Intl (CMB) to Washington, D.C. (WAS) from $837

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CMB — WAS
Jun 4 — Jun 111

Cheap flight deals from Colombo to Washington, D.C.

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Colombo (CMB) to Washington, D.C. (WAS). 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 May 30, 2024.

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,673

Round-trip from

$236
High demand for flights, 27% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 21% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in May 2024
From Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Washington, D.C.?

It’s generally more expensive to depart on a Sunday, if you have to leave on this day you can still search on Cheapflights to find great options that meet your needs.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Washington, D.C.?

Flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. lean towards being more expensive in August. Prices are generally better when you fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. in October, with the cheapest ticket starting at $954.

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

It’s optimal to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 22% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

Cheap Qatar Airways flights from Colombo to Washington, D.C.

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Qatar Airways for the route between Colombo and Washington, D.C.. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,784,634 searches. Data last updated May 30, 2024.
Check out some of the cheapest Qatar Airways flights we've come across from Colombo to Washington, D.C.. It's recommended that users confirm their flight details before booking.
Sun 6/163:35 amCMB - IAD
1 stop22h 05mQatar Airways
Thu 6/2010:55 amIAD - CMB
1 stop19h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/28$1,972
Thu 6/203:35 amCMB - BWI
2 stops27h 27mQatar Airways
Wed 7/311:59 amBWI - CMB
2 stops29h 56mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/29$2,110
Mon 7/153:35 amCMB - BWI
2 stops28h 24mQatar Airways
Thu 8/811:58 amBWI - CMB
2 stops29h 57mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/30$2,223

Cheap Etihad Airways flights from Colombo to Washington, D.C.

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Etihad Airways for the route between Colombo and Washington, D.C.. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,784,634 searches. Data last updated May 30, 2024.
To aid your search, here are some of the cheapest Etihad Airways flights we've found from Colombo to Washington, D.C.. Ensure the flight price, dates, time, and airline match your criteria before you book.
Fri 6/214:30 amCMB - IAD
1 stop21h 40mEtihad Airways
Wed 7/310:00 pmIAD - CMB
1 stop37h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 5/29$1,272
Mon 6/174:30 amCMB - IAD
1 stop21h 40mEtihad Airways
Thu 6/2010:00 pmIAD - CMB
1 stop37h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 5/28$1,407

Cheap Colombo to Washington, D.C. flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Colombo to Washington, D.C. specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,784,634 searches. Prices were last updated on May 30, 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from Colombo to Washington, D.C. in May and June 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Fri 6/214:30 amCMB - IAD
1 stop21h 40mEtihad Airways
Wed 7/310:00 pmIAD - CMB
1 stop37h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 5/29$1,272
Tue 6/186:45 pmCMB - IAD
2 stops28h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/78:45 pmIAD - CMB
2 stops38h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/29$1,284
Tue 6/186:50 amCMB - IAD
1 stop41h 25mTurkish Airlines
Thu 11/79:25 pmIAD - CMB
1 stop22h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/29$1,310
Tue 6/1810:05 amCMB - IAD
2 stops36h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/74:45 pmIAD - CMB
3 stops39h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/29$1,321
Mon 6/174:30 amCMB - IAD
1 stop21h 40mEtihad Airways
Thu 6/2010:00 pmIAD - CMB
1 stop37h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 5/28$1,407
Thu 6/203:35 amCMB - DCA
3 stops27h 25mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/37:30 pmDCA - CMB
2 stops29h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/29$1,421
Fri 6/286:50 amCMB - IAD
1 stop22h 35mTurkish Airlines
Fri 7/59:50 pmIAD - CMB
1 stop29h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/29$1,524
Sun 6/163:35 amCMB - DCA
2 stops28h 59mAmerican Airlines
Thu 6/204:26 pmDCA - CMB
2 stops25h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/28$1,561
Mon 6/174:55 amCMB - DCA
2 stops44h 59mBritish Airways
Thu 6/206:22 pmDCA - CMB
2 stops22h 13mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/28$1,602

Colombo to Washington, D.C. 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Colombo and Washington, D.C. in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,784,634 searches. Data last updated May 30, 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from Colombo to Washington, D.C. in May and June 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Fri 6/214:30 amCMB - IAD
1 stop21h 40mEtihad Airways
Wed 7/310:00 pmIAD - CMB
1 stop37h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 5/29$1,272
Tue 6/186:45 pmCMB - IAD
2 stops28h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/78:45 pmIAD - CMB
2 stops38h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/29$1,284
Tue 6/186:50 amCMB - IAD
1 stop41h 25mTurkish Airlines
Thu 11/79:25 pmIAD - CMB
1 stop22h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/29$1,310
Tue 6/1810:05 amCMB - IAD
2 stops36h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/74:45 pmIAD - CMB
3 stops39h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/29$1,321
Mon 6/174:30 amCMB - IAD
1 stop21h 40mEtihad Airways
Thu 6/2010:00 pmIAD - CMB
1 stop37h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 5/28$1,407
Thu 6/203:35 amCMB - DCA
3 stops27h 25mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/37:30 pmDCA - CMB
2 stops29h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/29$1,421
Tue 7/26:50 amCMB - IAD
1 stop41h 25mTurkish Airlines
Tue 8/69:50 pmIAD - CMB
1 stop22h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/30$1,520
Fri 6/286:50 amCMB - IAD
1 stop22h 35mTurkish Airlines
Fri 7/59:50 pmIAD - CMB
1 stop29h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/29$1,524
Sun 8/255:20 pmCMB - IAD
2 stops32h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/265:30 pmIAD - CMB
2 stops35h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/29$1,535

One-way flights to Washington, D.C. from Colombo

Search for one-way flight options from Colombo to Washington, D.C.. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,784,634 searches. Data last updated May 30, 2024.
Users traveling one-way from Colombo to Washington, D.C. can select one of these great deals. For those needing a return trip from Colombo, there is a search form available above.
Thu 8/11:05 pmCMB - IAD
1 stop40h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/29$837
Thu 8/14:20 pmCMB - IAD
3 stops31h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/30$958
Wed 8/71:05 pmCMB - IAD
1 stop40h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/29$987
Sat 7/275:35 pmCMB - IAD
2 stops30h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/30$1,009
Mon 8/54:20 pmCMB - IAD
3 stops31h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/30$1,028
Sun 7/2812:40 amCMB - IAD
2 stops28h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/29$1,037
Thu 8/14:20 pmCMB - IAD
3 stops31h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/29$1,041
Sat 8/33:10 pmCMB - IAD
3 stops33h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/29$1,050
Mon 7/2912:40 amCMB - IAD
2 stops28h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/29$1,057

Find flights from Colombo to Washington, D.C. within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Colombo to Washington, D.C. 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 2,784,634 searches. Data last updated May 30, 2024.

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Colombo Bandaranaike IntlWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

CMB - IAD

CMBIAD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 6/21

1 stop21h 40m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 7/3

1 stop37h 10m

$1,272

Colombo Bandaranaike IntlWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

CMB - IAD

CMBIAD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 6/18

2 stops28h 15m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 11/7

2 stops38h 55m

$1,284

Colombo Bandaranaike IntlWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

CMB - IAD

CMBIAD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 6/18

1 stop41h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 11/7

1 stop22h 00m

$1,310

Colombo Bandaranaike IntlWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

CMB - DCA

CMBDCA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 6/20

3 stops27h 25m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 7/3

2 stops29h 10m

$1,421

Colombo Bandaranaike IntlWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

CMB - DCA

CMBDCA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 6/17

2 stops44h 59m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 6/20

2 stops22h 13m

$1,602

Colombo Bandaranaike IntlWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

CMB - DCA

CMBDCA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 7/2

3 stops35h 28m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 8/6

2 stops43h 40m

$1,736

Colombo Bandaranaike IntlWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

CMB - IAD

CMBIAD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 6/16

1 stop22h 05m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 6/20

1 stop19h 55m

$1,972

Colombo Bandaranaike IntlWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

CMB - IAD

CMBIAD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 6/21

2 stops34h 58m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 7/3

2 stops40h 10m

$2,105

Colombo Bandaranaike IntlWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

CMB - IAD

CMBIAD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 7/2

3 stops48h 00m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 8/6

2 stops56h 30m

$2,315

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Deals found on 5/29

What is the cheapest day to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Washington, D.C.?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Colombo to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on May 26, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Temperature and rainfall in Washington, D.C. by month

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WAS

Temperature

35.6 - 80.6 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Washington, D.C.. 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 Washington, D.C.. Reviews last updated May 30, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Colombo to Washington, D.C., see what other customers have to say about Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways and Turkish Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.2
Very good
1,425 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

They changed my flight but didn't notify the other carrier. I can't do online check-in and had to wait 30 min to get it all sort out at the counter.

8.2
Very good
1,425 reviews
8.2
Very good
1,425 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

They changed my flight but didn't notify the other carrier. I can't do online check-in and had to wait 30 min to get it all sort out at the counter.

8.1
Very good
3,915 reviews
8.2
Very good
1,425 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

They changed my flight but didn't notify the other carrier. I can't do online check-in and had to wait 30 min to get it all sort out at the counter.

7.9
Good
1,520 reviews
8.2
Very good
1,425 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

They changed my flight but didn't notify the other carrier. I can't do online check-in and had to wait 30 min to get it all sort out at the counter.

7.8
Good
1,055 reviews
8.2
Very good
1,425 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

They changed my flight but didn't notify the other carrier. I can't do online check-in and had to wait 30 min to get it all sort out at the counter.

7.7
Good
4,339 reviews
8.2
Very good
1,425 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

They changed my flight but didn't notify the other carrier. I can't do online check-in and had to wait 30 min to get it all sort out at the counter.

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. for under $1,300 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. for under $1,300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Etihad Airways for just $1,272, but on average you can expect to pay $1,540.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. round-trip?

    Currently priced at $1,272, Etihad Airways will fly you from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. and back. In addition to Etihad Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Turkish Airlines and American Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,310 and $1,421, respectively. You may be able to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. for 15% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Emirates, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $1,184. However, be on the lookout for offers from Etihad Airways and Turkish Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. for a low price.

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

  • What does CMB to IAD mean?

    CMB stands for Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, while IAD stands for Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry. Baltimore/Washington Airport (BWI), Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA) are some additional IATA codes for airports related to your trip.

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    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Colombo to Washington, D.C. flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

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

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    Many airlines flying from Colombo to Washington, D.C. offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Colombo to Washington, D.C.?

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  • How recently were the Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. flight deals updated?

    The Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/30.

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

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. (average of $278). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $388). 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 Colombo to Washington, D.C.

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British AirwaysCheapest$1,147Average$1,356FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,149Average$1,177FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,338Average$1,446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,744Average$2,004FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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