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Cheap Flights from Karachi (KHI) to Colombo (CMB)

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Flight deals from Karachi to Colombo Bandaranayake

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Karachi to Colombo Bandaranayake? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Colombo.$691 per passenger.Departing Thu, 7 Aug, returning Sat, 9 Aug.Return flight with SalamAir and IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with SalamAir, departs from Karachi on Thu, 7 Aug, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sat, 9 Aug, arriving in Karachi.Price includes taxes and charges.From $691, select.
Colombo.$777 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Oct, returning Wed, 8 Oct.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Karachi on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, 8 Oct, arriving in Karachi.Price includes taxes and charges.From $777, select.
Colombo.$777 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Sep, returning Mon, 6 Oct.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Karachi on Tue, 16 Sep, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 6 Oct, arriving in Karachi.Price includes taxes and charges.From $777, select.
Colombo.$777 per passenger.Departing Tue, 4 Nov, returning Mon, 10 Nov.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Karachi on Tue, 4 Nov, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 10 Nov, arriving in Karachi.Price includes taxes and charges.From $777, select.
Colombo.$777 per passenger.Departing Mon, 11 Aug, returning Tue, 4 Nov.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Karachi on Mon, 11 Aug, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 4 Nov, arriving in Karachi.Price includes taxes and charges.From $777, select.
Colombo.$780 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Oct, returning Mon, 10 Nov.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Karachi on Thu, 30 Oct, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 10 Nov, arriving in Karachi.Price includes taxes and charges.From $780, select.
Colombo.$780 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Sep, returning Mon, 15 Sep.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Karachi on Tue, 9 Sep, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 15 Sep, arriving in Karachi.Price includes taxes and charges.From $780, select.
Colombo.$811 per passenger.Departing Sat, 29 Nov, returning Thu, 4 Dec.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Karachi on Sat, 29 Nov, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, 4 Dec, arriving in Karachi.Price includes taxes and charges.From $811, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Karachi to Colombo Bandaranayake

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Karachi to Colombo Bandaranayake flights are currently cheapest in August.
Jul
from $827
Aug
from $691
Sep
from $780
Oct
from $777
Nov
from $777
Dec
from $821
Jan
from $863
Feb
from $883
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Apr
from $946
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Jun
from $899

Direct flights from Karachi to Colombo Bandaranayake

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Karachi to Colombo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$691
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time3 hrs, 33 mins
Most popular airlineSriLankan Airlines
Average flights per week9

Finding cheap flights from Karachi to Colombo Bandaranayake: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Karachi to Colombo Bandaranayake is $691. 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.
3 hours and 33 minutes is the average flight time from Karachi to Colombo Bandaranayake.
SriLankan Airlines and Malaysia Airlines fly direct from Karachi to Colombo Bandaranayake.
As of July 2025, there are 9 flights per week flying from Karachi to Colombo Bandaranayake.
The cheapest month to fly from Karachi to Colombo Bandaranayake is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Karachi Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport on Thursday, 7 August 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 33 minutes.
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.
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.
Currently, SalamAir and SriLankan Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Colombo Bandaranayake.

Travelling from Jinnah International Airport (KHI) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB): what you need to know

  • Jump on a direct flight from Jinnah International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 40 minutes.

  • Colombo's timezone is UTC+5:30, which makes Colombo 30 minutes ahead of Karachi.

  • Each week, there are seven Jinnah International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport flights. To be on board as soon as possible, jump on the 06:55 SriLankan Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight is at 17:50 with SriLankan Airlines.

  • Your KHI to CMB flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.

  • Flying during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • SriLankan Airlines offers direct flights from Jinnah International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Colombo — and maybe even more of Sri Lanka if you have time.

  • SriLankan Airlines has the highest passenger demand on this route.

  • With an impressive 85.71% of services arriving on schedule, SriLankan Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering KHI to CMB flights.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Jinnah International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between KHI and CMB:

    • Abu Dhabi International Airport

    • Muscat International Airport

    • Dubai Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Jinnah International Airport (KHI) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • Currently, $342 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Jinnah International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $691. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Book eight months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from KHI to CMB.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Jinnah International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.

  • You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from KHI to CMB.

  • Find the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Jinnah International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.

Handy information about Jinnah International Airport (KHI)

  • 73.77% of flights that depart Jinnah International Airport land at their destination on time.

  • Central Karachi to Jinnah International Airport is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 55 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel close to KHI? If you're catching an early flight from Jinnah International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Jinnah International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near CMB instead:

  • Go where the road takes you with a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion or Sixt and experience more of Colombo and beyond.

  • Booking your vehicle from Bandaranaike International Airport around two weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.

Getting from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to central Colombo

  • From Bandaranaike International Airport, Colombo is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 40 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • It typically takes 1 hour 30 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.

When to fly to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Jinnah International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport is April, while February is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Colombo based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.

  • Before locking in your flight from Jinnah International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. March is the warmest month in Colombo, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • January sees average temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Search for cheap tickets from KHI to CMB sometime then if you like cooler conditions.

Explore more of Sri Lanka

  • Moratuwa is just one of the many places in Sri Lanka waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Colombo. Around 18 kilometres away to the south, popular attractions include Boat House, Angulana Beach and Dilmah Conservation One Earth Arboretum.

  • If you want to check out another well-known destination in Sri Lanka, head for Jaffna, roughly 306 kilometres north of Colombo. Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library are highlights.

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