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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Ottawa International Airport to Colombo? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from 1.487 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Colombo.1.181 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Sep, returning Wed, 23 Sep.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Ottawa International on Wed, 2 Sep, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, 23 Sep, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.181 €, select.
Colombo.1.199 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 14 Feb, returning Sun, 28 Feb.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Ottawa International on Sun, 14 Feb, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sun, 28 Feb, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.199 €, select.
Colombo.1.257 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 Jan, returning Fri, 29 Jan.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Ottawa International on Fri, 1 Jan, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Fri, 29 Jan, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.257 €, select.
Colombo.1.316 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Aug, returning Thu, 10 Sep.Return flight with Porter Airlines and Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Porter Airlines, departs from Ottawa International on Wed, 26 Aug, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, 10 Sep, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.316 €, select.
Colombo.1.330 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Feb, returning Wed, 10 Mar.Return flight with Porter Airlines and Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Porter Airlines, departs from Ottawa International on Mon, 15 Feb, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, 10 Mar, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.330 €, select.
Colombo.1.355 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 20 May, returning Wed, 30 Jun.Return flight with Porter Airlines and Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Porter Airlines, departs from Ottawa International on Thu, 20 May, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, 30 Jun, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.355 €, select.
Colombo.1.385 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 24 May, returning Thu, 1 Jul.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Ottawa International on Mon, 24 May, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, 1 Jul, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.385 €, select.
Colombo.1.422 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Sep, returning Sat, 10 Oct.Return flight with Porter Airlines and SriLankan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Porter Airlines, departs from Ottawa International on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with SriLankan Airlines, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sat, 10 Oct, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.422 €, select.
Colombo.1.471 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 Jan, returning Sun, 21 Feb.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Ottawa International on Sat, 30 Jan, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sun, 21 Feb, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.471 €, select.
Colombo.1.481 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 20 Nov, returning Sat, 19 Dec.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Ottawa International on Fri, 20 Nov, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sat, 19 Dec, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.481 €, select.
Colombo.1.487 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 10 Aug, returning Sun, 16 Aug.Return flight with Porter Airlines and IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with Porter Airlines, departs from Ottawa International on Mon, 10 Aug, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sun, 16 Aug, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.487 €, select.
Colombo.1.576 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Dec, returning Sun, 10 Jan.Return flight with Air Canada and Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Ottawa International on Tue, 8 Dec, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sun, 10 Jan, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.576 €, select.
Colombo.1.580 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Dec, returning Thu, 10 Dec.Return flight with SriLankan Airlines and IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with SriLankan Airlines, departs from Ottawa International on Thu, 3 Dec, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, 10 Dec, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.580 €, select.
Colombo.1.745 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 19 Nov, returning Sat, 9 Jan.Return flight with Porter Airlines and Kuwait Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Porter Airlines, departs from Ottawa International on Thu, 19 Nov, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Kuwait Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sat, 9 Jan, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.745 €, select.
Colombo.1.868 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 20 Dec, returning Sat, 6 Feb.Return flight with Air Canada and Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Ottawa International on Sun, 20 Dec, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sat, 6 Feb, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.868 €, select.
Colombo.5.610 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 21 Oct, returning Mon, 9 Nov.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Ottawa International on Wed, 21 Oct, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 9 Nov, arriving in Ottawa International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 5.610 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Ottawa International to Colombo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Ottawa International to Colombo flights are currently cheapest in September.
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from 5.955 €
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from 1.580 €
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from 1.257 €
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from 1.199 €
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Alternative Ottawa International to Colombo routes

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

Colombo Ratmalana

13km from central Colombo
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Colombo Bandaranayake

27km from central Colombo
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Ottawa to Colombo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found1.181 €
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from Ottawa International to Colombo: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Colombo: Colombo Ratmalana and Colombo Bandaranayake.
The best price we found for a return flight from Ottawa International to Colombo is 1.181 €. 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 Ottawa International to Colombo. But we found flights with one or more stops from 1.181 €.
As of July 2026, there are no flights flying from Ottawa International to Colombo.
The cheapest month to fly from Ottawa International to Colombo is usually September.
If you're flying from Ottawa International Airport, the cheapest airport near Colombo is Colombo Bandaranayake – which is 27.3 km away from the centre of Colombo. We've found flights into this airport from 1.181 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Ottawa International Airport to Colombo on Wednesday, 2 September 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Ottawa International 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 July, 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, Air Canada offers the cheapest flight tickets to Colombo.

Flying from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Colombo: what you need to know

  • Colombo is nine hours 30 minutes ahead of Ottawa, where Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is located. Colombo observes the UTC+5:30 timezone.

  • For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your YOW to Colombo flight.

  • During popular months such as August, it's a good idea 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 high season in general.

  • Located around 11 kilometres from the centre of Ottawa, YOW can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 45 minutes.

  • In search of a hotel close to YOW? If you're catching an early flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Colombo, these accommodation options set you up for a seamless send-off:

  • 58.21% of flights that leave from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport touch down at their destination on time.

  • The address for YOW is 50 Airport Road.

How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Colombo

  • 544 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Colombo flight. Return plane tickets start from 1.181 €. These prices may change depending on availability.

  • Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from YOW to Colombo if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.

  • Finding cheap tickets from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Colombo is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' function to access the lowest prices across each month and snap up a sweet deal.

  • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from YOW to Colombo by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.

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

Airports in Colombo

Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)

  • Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) is around 16 kilometres from central Colombo. If you're getting a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 40 minutes.

  • Travelling by public transport will take you around 1 hour 15 minutes.

  • If you're arriving on a late flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Colombo, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near RML:

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • Once your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Colombo has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in around 40 minutes by car. Central Colombo is roughly 32 kilometres from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB).

  • Public transport will get you there in about 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel near CMB. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your YOW to Colombo flight:

  • The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion or Sixt and hit the road in a heartbeat.

  • Get what you want, not just what's left over. Reserving your ride from CMB two weeks in advance often means more savings and a wider range of vehicles.

Best time to go to Colombo

  • Visit Colombo during the high season if you want a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Colombo in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.

  • Lock in an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Colombo plane ticket with a departure in March to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from YOW to Colombo in January when temperatures average between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).

More about Colombo

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Colombo right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Colombo:

  • All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall, Gangaramaya Temple and Viharamahadevi Park are must-do's during your Colombo adventure.

Explore more of Sri Lanka

  • You've seen Colombo, now it's time to discover other parts of Sri Lanka. Travel about 306 kilometres north to Jaffna to tick off its must-visit sights. From Jaffna Fort to Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • Around 241 kilometres north-east of Colombo, Trincomalee is another favourite stop in Sri Lanka. No visit is complete without checking out Koneswaram Temple, Fort Frederick and Marble Beach.

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