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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Almaty to Colombo? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Colombo.$974 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Mar, returning Mon, 30 Mar.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Almaty on Tue, 10 Mar, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 30 Mar, arriving in Almaty.Price includes taxes and charges.From $974, select.
Colombo.$984 per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 Jan, returning Thu, 22 Jan.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Almaty on Thu, 15 Jan, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, 22 Jan, arriving in Almaty.Price includes taxes and charges.From $984, select.
Colombo.$990 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Feb, returning Mon, 16 Feb.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Almaty on Thu, 12 Feb, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 16 Feb, arriving in Almaty.Price includes taxes and charges.From $990, select.
Colombo.$995 per passenger.Departing Wed, 8 Apr, returning Wed, 22 Apr.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Almaty on Wed, 8 Apr, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, 22 Apr, arriving in Almaty.Price includes taxes and charges.From $995, select.
Colombo.$1,000 per passenger.Departing Sun, 5 Apr, returning Thu, 14 May.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Almaty on Sun, 5 Apr, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, 14 May, arriving in Almaty.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,000, select.
Colombo.$1,001 per passenger.Departing Sat, 17 Jan, returning Mon, 2 Feb.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Almaty on Sat, 17 Jan, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 2 Feb, arriving in Almaty.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,001, select.
Colombo.$1,006 per passenger.Departing Sun, 15 Feb, returning Sun, 15 Mar.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Almaty on Sun, 15 Feb, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sun, 15 Mar, arriving in Almaty.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,006, select.
Colombo.$1,034 per passenger.Departing Sat, 28 Mar, returning Tue, 7 Apr.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Almaty on Sat, 28 Mar, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 7 Apr, arriving in Almaty.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,034, select.

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Alternative Almaty to Colombo routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Almaty to Colombo? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Almaty to Colombo: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$974
Cheapest month to flyMarch

Finding cheap flights from Almaty to Colombo: Frequently asked questions

There are 5 airports in Colombo: Kelaniya, Colombo Ratmalana, Colombo Bandaranayake, Bentota River, and Katugastota.
The best price we found for a return flight from Almaty to Colombo is $974. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Almaty to Colombo. But we found flights with one or more stops from $974.
As of December 2025, there are no flights flying from Almaty to Colombo.
The cheapest month to fly from Almaty to Colombo is usually March.
If you're flying from Almaty Airport, the cheapest airport near Colombo is Colombo Bandaranayake – which is 27.5 km away from the centre of Colombo. We've found flights into this airport from $974.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Almaty Airport to Colombo on Tuesday, 10 March 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Almaty Airport and Colombo. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Colombo but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Colombo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In December, the average temperature is usually around 26°C. May is typically the warmest month in Colombo, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 25°C. The rainiest month is November.
Currently, IndiGo offers the cheapest flight tickets to Colombo.

Flying from Almaty Airport (ALA) to Colombo: what you need to know

  • The timezone in Colombo is UTC+5:30. The city is 30 minutes behind Almaty, where Almaty Airport is located.

  • For a relaxed start to your ALA to Colombo flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • If you're flying during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.

  • A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even explore a different city. When searching for flight tickets from ALA to Colombo, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:

    • Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)

    • Dubai Airport (DXB)

    • Muscat International Airport (MCT)

  • ALA is about 19 kilometres from central Almaty. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Searching for a hotel near ALA? If you're catching an early flight from Almaty Airport to Colombo, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:

  • 61.23% of flights that depart Almaty Airport make it to their destination on time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Almaty Airport (ALA) to Colombo

  • $368 is currently the best price for a one-way Almaty Airport to Colombo flight. A return flight ticket starts at $974. These prices may change depending on availability.

  • Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from ALA to Colombo. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Almaty Airport to Colombo throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.

  • You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's an updated deal for cheap flights from ALA to Colombo.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Almaty Airport to Colombo.

Airports in Colombo

Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)

  • Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) is around 16 kilometres from the centre of Colombo. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive takes about 40 minutes.

  • Travelling to the centre on public transport takes around 1 hour 15 minutes.

  • Think about booking a hotel close to RML if you have a late flight from Almaty Airport to Colombo. Settle into one of these options and make your first night all about rest:

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • Central Colombo is located around 32 kilometres from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB). After your flight from Almaty Airport to Colombo has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 40 minutes.

  • If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre takes 1 hour 30 minutes or so.

  • There are some comfortable places ready to welcome you near CMB. Settle in and get cosy after your ALA to Colombo flight at one of these perfectly located options:

  • Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or long cab lines. Grab a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Compare availability and rates from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion and Sixt.

  • Lock in the lowest price by securing your ride from CMB two weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a greater selection of vehicles.

Best time to go to Colombo

  • Visit Colombo during peak season if you like a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Almaty Airport to Colombo during low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.

  • The warmest month in Colombo is March, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 33ºC. Book your Almaty Airport to Colombo flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.

  • Look for cheap tickets from ALA to Colombo in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC and 32ºC on average.

More about Colombo

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Colombo right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Almaty Airport to Colombo:

  • Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall and Gangaramaya Temple are a couple of major attractions to put on your Colombo travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Viharamahadevi Park.

Explore more of Sri Lanka

  • Jaffna is just one of the many cities in Sri Lanka waiting to be discovered after you've seen Colombo. Around 306 kilometres away to the north, well-known attractions include Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library.

  • Trincomalee is another essential stop in Sri Lanka and is around 241 kilometres north-east of Colombo. No trip is complete without visiting Koneswaram Temple, Fort Frederick and Marble Beach.

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