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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $3,481. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Colombo.$1,727 per passenger.Departing Sun, 20 Sep, returning Tue, 20 Oct.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Philadelphia International on Sun, 20 Sep, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 20 Oct, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,727, select.

Colombo.$1,791 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Sep, returning Fri, 18 Sep.Return flight with jetBlue and Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from Philadelphia International on Thu, 10 Sep, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Fri, 18 Sep, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,791, select.

Colombo.$1,891 per passenger.Departing Mon, 11 May, returning Thu, 28 May.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Philadelphia International on Mon, 11 May, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, 28 May, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,891, select.

Colombo.$1,915 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Nov, returning Wed, 2 Dec.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Philadelphia International on Mon, 23 Nov, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,915, select.

Colombo.$2,039 per passenger.Departing Tue, 7 Jul, returning Tue, 21 Jul.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Philadelphia International on Tue, 7 Jul, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 21 Jul, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,039, select.

Colombo.$2,458 per passenger.Departing Fri, 21 Aug, returning Fri, 4 Sep.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Philadelphia International on Fri, 21 Aug, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Fri, 4 Sep, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,458, select.

Colombo.$2,511 per passenger.Departing Fri, 14 Aug, returning Mon, 24 Aug.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Philadelphia International on Fri, 14 Aug, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 24 Aug, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,511, select.

Colombo.$2,640 per passenger.Departing Sun, 27 Dec, returning Mon, 11 Jan.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Philadelphia International on Sun, 27 Dec, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 11 Jan, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,640, select.

Colombo.$3,481 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Jun, returning Thu, 18 Jun.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Philadelphia International on Thu, 11 Jun, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, 18 Jun, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $3,481, select.

Colombo.$3,598 per passenger.Departing Sun, 28 Feb, returning Sat, 20 Mar.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Philadelphia International on Sun, 28 Feb, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sat, 20 Mar, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $3,598, select.

Colombo.$3,889 per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 May, returning Fri, 5 Jun.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Philadelphia International on Sat, 30 May, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Fri, 5 Jun, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $3,889, select.

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Philadelphia International to Colombo Bandaranayake: Alternative routes

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

Philadelphia to Colombo: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	$1,727
Cheapest month to fly	September

Finding cheap flights from Philadelphia International to Colombo Bandaranayake: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Philadelphia International to Colombo Bandaranayake?

The best price we found for a return flight from Philadelphia International to Colombo Bandaranayake is $1,727. 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 Philadelphia International to Colombo Bandaranayake?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Philadelphia International to Colombo Bandaranayake. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,727.

How many flights are there a week from Philadelphia International to Colombo Bandaranayake?

As of May 2026, there are no flights flying from Philadelphia International to Colombo Bandaranayake.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Philadelphia International to Colombo Bandaranayake?

The cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia International to Colombo Bandaranayake is usually September.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Philadelphia International Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Philadelphia International Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport on Sunday, 20 September 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport?

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

How can I find the best flight deal to Colombo Bandaranayake?

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 Bandaranayake 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 Colombo?

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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Philadelphia International Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake with?

Currently, Qatar Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to Colombo Bandaranayake.

Flying from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB): what you need to know

The timezone in Colombo is UTC+5:30, which is nine hours 30 minutes ahead of Philadelphia.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your PHL to CMB flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Philadelphia International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Top stopovers between PHL and CMB include:
- Frankfurt Airport
- Hamad International Airport
- London Heathrow Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

$1,108 is the lowest price for a one-way Philadelphia International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport flight. Return flights start at $1,727. These fares can change based on availability.
It's usually smart to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from PHL to CMB. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
Landing cheap flights from PHL to CMB is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal.
Discover the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.

Handy information about Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)

PHL is located at Industrial Highway and Island Road.
78.93% of flights that take off from Philadelphia International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Philadelphia International Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Philadelphia. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport will take about 45 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near PHL? If you're boarding an early flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

If you have a late Philadelphia International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these options near CMB:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion or Sixt and see more of Colombo and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Bandaranaike International Airport about two weeks before your departure date.

Getting from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to central Colombo

Bandaranaike International Airport to the centre of Colombo has a drive time of around 40 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 30 minutes.

When to fly to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

February is the busiest month for flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Colombo in April.
When booking your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Colombo, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 33ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PHL to CMB in January. Average temperatures are between 22ºC and 32ºC then.

Explore more of Sri Lanka

Colombo has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Sri Lanka just waiting to be discovered. Around 18 kilometres south of Colombo, a visit to Moratuwa will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Boat House, Angulana Beach and Dilmah Conservation One Earth Arboretum.
Around 306 kilometres north of Colombo, Jaffna is another favourite stop in Sri Lanka. No visit is complete without checking out Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library.