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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Colombo? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from 910 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Colombo.755 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Sep, returning Mon, 5 Oct.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Thu, 10 Sep, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 5 Oct, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From 755 €, select.
Colombo.810 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 25 Oct, returning Thu, 5 Nov.Return flight with Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sun, 25 Oct, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, 5 Nov, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From 810 €, select.
Colombo.812 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Aug, returning Tue, 15 Sep.Return flight with Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 26 Aug, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 15 Sep, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From 812 €, select.
Colombo.814 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Sep, returning Tue, 22 Sep.Return flight with Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 2 Sep, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From 814 €, select.
Colombo.823 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Nov, returning Fri, 11 Dec.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Mon, 30 Nov, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Fri, 11 Dec, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From 823 €, select.
Colombo.835 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct, returning Fri, 9 Oct.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Fri, 9 Oct, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From 835 €, select.
Colombo.835 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Nov, returning Fri, 27 Nov.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 11 Nov, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Fri, 27 Nov, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From 835 €, select.
Colombo.839 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 7 Jan, returning Fri, 29 Jan.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Thu, 7 Jan, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Fri, 29 Jan, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From 839 €, select.
Colombo.840 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Mar, returning Tue, 23 Mar.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Mon, 8 Mar, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 23 Mar, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From 840 €, select.
Colombo.864 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 May, returning Tue, 19 May.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Mon, 4 May, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 19 May, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From 864 €, select.
Colombo.868 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Dec, returning Mon, 18 Jan.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 30 Dec, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 18 Jan, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From 868 €, select.
Colombo.871 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 29 Jan, returning Fri, 19 Feb.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Fri, 29 Jan, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Fri, 19 Feb, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From 871 €, select.
Colombo.902 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 13 Feb, returning Tue, 23 Feb.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sat, 13 Feb, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 23 Feb, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From 902 €, select.
Colombo.910 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 12 Jun, returning Thu, 18 Jun.Return flight with Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Fri, 12 Jun, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, 18 Jun, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From 910 €, select.
Colombo.913 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 7 Aug, returning Sat, 15 Aug.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Fri, 7 Aug, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sat, 15 Aug, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From 913 €, select.
Colombo.925 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 26 Sep, returning Sat, 14 Nov.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sat, 26 Sep, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sat, 14 Nov, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From 925 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from New York John F. Kennedy to Colombo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York John F. Kennedy to Colombo flights are currently cheapest in September.
May
from 864 €
Jun
from 910 €
Jul
from 946 €
Aug
from 913 €
Sep
from 814 €
Oct
from 835 €
Nov
from 835 €
Dec
from 956 €
Jan
from 839 €
Feb
from 902 €
Mar
from 840 €
Apr
from 965 €

Alternative New York John F. Kennedy to Colombo routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from New York John F. Kennedy to Colombo? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Kelaniya

10km from central Colombo
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Colombo Ratmalana

13km from central Colombo
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Colombo Bandaranayake

27km from central Colombo
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from 755 €
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Bentota River

52km from central Colombo
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Katugastota

72km from central Colombo
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New York to Colombo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found755 €
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from New York John F. Kennedy 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 New York John F. Kennedy to Colombo is 755 €. 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 New York John F. Kennedy to Colombo. But we found flights with one or more stops from 755 €.
As of May 2026, there are no flights flying from New York John F. Kennedy to Colombo.
The cheapest month to fly from New York John F. Kennedy to Colombo is usually September.
If you're flying from New York John F. Kennedy 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 755 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Colombo on Thursday, 10 September 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between New York John F. Kennedy 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 May, the average temperature is usually around 28°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, Etihad Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to Colombo.

Flying from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Colombo: what you need to know

  • Colombo is nine hours 30 minutes ahead of New York, where John F. Kennedy International Airport is located. Colombo runs on the UTC+5:30 timezone.

  • For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your JFK to Colombo flight.

  • Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.

  • Think about adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper plane ticket from JFK to Colombo. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these popular airports:

    • Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Hamad International Airport (DOH)

  • Travelling from central New York to JFK takes around 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Catching an early flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Colombo? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to JFK:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of John F. Kennedy International Airport, 74.1% of flights complete their journey on time.

  • You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.

How to find the cheapest flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Colombo

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way John F. Kennedy International Airport to Colombo flight is 401 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 755 €. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To pick up cheap flights from JFK to Colombo, book ahead. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.

  • If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when searching for your John F. Kennedy International Airport to Colombo ticket.

  • There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's an even bigger deal on cheap flights from JFK to Colombo.

  • Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Colombo by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'

Airports in Colombo

Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)

  • The distance from Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) to central Colombo is roughly 16 kilometres. It'll take you about 40 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 1 hour 15 minutes.

  • If you have a late flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Colombo, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near RML:

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • Central Colombo is about 32 kilometres from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB). Once your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Colombo has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 40 minutes.

  • If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour 30 minutes or so.

  • You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near CMB. Kick back and get cosy after your JFK to Colombo flight at any of these well-located options:

  • Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion and Sixt make picking up a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car simple. These trusted companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.

  • Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from CMB two weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a wider range of vehicles.

Best time to go to Colombo

  • Carefully consider your travel dates before securing your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Colombo. The city comes alive in high season, but rates are generally higher and major attractions can get busy. Plan your trip to Colombo in the off-season for a more relaxed vibe.

  • Before locking in your John F. Kennedy International Airport to Colombo plane ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. March is the warmest month in Colombo, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • January has average temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from JFK to Colombo around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

More about Colombo

  • Start your Colombo trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Colombo, explore our selection of accommodation options including:

  • Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall and Gangaramaya Temple are just the start of the popular attractions to add to your Colombo travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Viharamahadevi Park.

Explore more of Sri Lanka

  • You've visited Colombo, now it's time to discover more of Sri Lanka. Travel around 306 kilometres north to Jaffna to check off its popular sights. From Jaffna Fort to Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • If you want to check out another great destination in Sri Lanka, consider Trincomalee, roughly 241 kilometres north-east of Colombo. Koneswaram Temple, Fort Frederick and Marble Beach are among the biggest draws.

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