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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Colombo to San Francisco International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $2,444. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

San Francisco.$2,057 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Sep, returning Thu, 24 Sep.Return flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, 3 Sep, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 24 Sep, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,057, select.

San Francisco.$2,156 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Jul, returning Thu, 1 Oct.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, 1 Jul, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,156, select.

San Francisco.$2,190 per passenger.Departing Sun, 23 Aug, returning Sun, 6 Sep.Return flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sun, 23 Aug, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 6 Sep, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,190, select.

San Francisco.$2,210 per passenger.Departing Mon, 16 Nov, returning Mon, 7 Dec.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 16 Nov, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 7 Dec, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,210, select.

San Francisco.$2,224 per passenger.Departing Sun, 4 Oct, returning Thu, 8 Oct.Return flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sun, 4 Oct, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 8 Oct, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,224, select.

San Francisco.$2,391 per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Jun, returning Sun, 21 Jun.Return flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, 18 Jun, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 21 Jun, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,391, select.

San Francisco.$2,444 per passenger.Departing Fri, 10 Jul, returning Mon, 20 Jul.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Fri, 10 Jul, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 20 Jul, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,444, select.

San Francisco.$2,457 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Jun, returning Thu, 2 Jul.Return flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, 25 Jun, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 2 Jul, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,457, select.

San Francisco.$2,516 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Mar, returning Tue, 16 Mar.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 2 Mar, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 16 Mar, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,516, select.

San Francisco.$2,569 per passenger.Departing Thu, 2 Jul, returning Mon, 3 Aug.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, 2 Jul, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 3 Aug, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,569, select.

San Francisco.$3,381 per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Dec, returning Wed, 30 Dec.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 15 Dec, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 30 Dec, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $3,381, select.

San Francisco.$11,210 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug, returning Wed, 14 Oct.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 14 Oct, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $11,210, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Colombo to San Francisco International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Colombo to San Francisco International flights are currently cheapest in September.

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Colombo to San Francisco International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Colombo to San Francisco below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than San Francisco International.

Colombo to San Francisco: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	$2,057
Cheapest month to fly	September

Finding cheap flights from Colombo to San Francisco International: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Colombo to San Francisco International?

The best price we found for a return flight from Colombo to San Francisco International is $2,057. 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.

Which airlines fly direct from Colombo to San Francisco International?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Colombo to San Francisco International. But we found flights with one stop from $2,057.

How many flights are there a week from Colombo to San Francisco International?

As of June 2026, there are no flights flying from Colombo to San Francisco International.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Colombo to San Francisco International?

The cheapest month to fly from Colombo to San Francisco International is usually September.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Colombo to San Francisco International Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Colombo to San Francisco International Airport on Thursday, 3 September 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Colombo to San Francisco International Airport?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between Colombo and San Francisco International Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.

How can I find the best flight deal to San Francisco International?

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 San Francisco International 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.

When is the best time to book flights to San Francisco?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to San Francisco is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Colombo to San Francisco International with?

The cheapest airline that flies to San Francisco International is Air India .

Travelling from Colombo to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): What you need to know

The timezone in San Francisco is UTC-8, which is 13 hours 30 minutes behind Colombo. San Francisco International Airport is located in San Francisco.
To ensure you catch your flight from Colombo to SFO, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Popular months like February or other busy periods mean longer waiting times and potential delays. Stay ahead of the crowds by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

Airports in Colombo

Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even explore another city. When browsing cheap flights from Colombo to SFO leaving from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Popular options include:
- Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
- Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
- Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Located around 32 kilometres from the centre of Colombo, CMB can be reached in about 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Colombo to San Francisco International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport, 74% of flights complete their journey on time.

About San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Colombo to San Francisco International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SFO instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a San Francisco International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz to explore San Francisco and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle around one week ahead of your Colombo to San Francisco International Airport flight.

Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco

Central San Francisco is around 21 kilometres from San Francisco International Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for making the trip into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
It takes around 35 minutes if you're using public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

At the moment, $1,173 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Colombo to San Francisco International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $2,057. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Colombo to SFO, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
Cheap Colombo to San Francisco International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across each month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
Snapping up a cheap plane ticket from Colombo to SFO is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as the price has dropped.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Colombo to San Francisco International Airport.

The best time to fly from Colombo to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Colombo to San Francisco International Airport (SFO). May is the busiest month to travel to San Francisco. If crowds aren't your thing, think about going in January.
Lock in a Colombo to SFO plane ticket departing in September if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in San Francisco to range from 12ºC to 22ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Colombo to San Francisco International Airport in January when temperatures are between 6ºC and 16ºC.

More about San Francisco

After booking your flight from Colombo to San Francisco International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring San Francisco:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Golden Gate Bridge, Painted Ladies - Alamo Square and Alcatraz Island are essential stops on your San Francisco itinerary.

Explore more of the United States

Fresno is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of San Francisco. Around 257 kilometres away to the east, well-known attractions include Forestiere Underground Gardens, Shinzen Japanese Garden and Fresno Chaffee Zoo.
Sacramento is another sought-after destination in the United States and is around 129 kilometres northeast of San Francisco. No journey is complete without dropping by Old Sacramento Waterfront, California State Railroad Museum and Old Sacramento State Historic Park.