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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Los Angeles International to Colombo Bandaranayake? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Colombo.$1,554 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Sep, returning Wed, 1 Oct.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 10 Sep, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,554, select.
Colombo.$1,554 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Oct, returning Fri, 31 Oct.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Fri, 31 Oct, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,554, select.
Colombo.$1,604 per passenger.Departing Wed, 31 Dec, returning Mon, 2 Mar.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 31 Dec, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 2 Mar, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,604, select.
Colombo.$1,606 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Feb, returning Tue, 3 Mar.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 12 Feb, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 3 Mar, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,606, select.
Colombo.$1,609 per passenger.Departing Sun, 15 Mar, returning Fri, 27 Mar.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Los Angeles International on Sun, 15 Mar, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Fri, 27 Mar, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,609, select.
Colombo.$1,618 per passenger.Departing Sat, 23 Aug, returning Mon, 22 Sep.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 23 Aug, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 22 Sep, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,618, select.
Colombo.$1,640 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Sep, returning Fri, 19 Sep.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 15 Sep, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Fri, 19 Sep, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,640, select.
Colombo.$1,683 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Dec, returning Tue, 16 Dec.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Fri, 5 Dec, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 16 Dec, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,683, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles International to Colombo Bandaranayake

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Los Angeles International to Colombo Bandaranayake flights are currently cheapest in October.
Jul
from $1,763
Aug
from $1,686
Sep
from $1,640
Oct
from $1,554
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from $1,746
Dec
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Jan
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Los Angeles International to Colombo Bandaranayake: Alternative routes

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

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Cheapest flight found$1,554
Cheapest month to flyOctober

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Los Angeles International to Colombo Bandaranayake is $1,554. 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 Los Angeles International to Colombo Bandaranayake. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,554.
As of July 2025, there are no flights flying from Los Angeles International to Colombo Bandaranayake.
The cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles International to Colombo Bandaranayake is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Los Angeles International Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport on Wednesday, 1 October 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Los Angeles International Airport and Colombo Bandaranayake Airport. 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 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, Qatar Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to Colombo Bandaranayake.

Flying from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB): what you need to know

  • The timezone in Colombo is UTC+5:30, which is 12 hours 30 minutes ahead of Los Angeles.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your LAX to CMB flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.

  • During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel 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 Los Angeles International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between LAX and CMB include:

    • Frankfurt Airport

    • Changi International Airport

    • Dubai Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • $712 is the lowest price for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport flight. Return flights start from $1,554. These prices may change based on demand and availability.

  • To get your hands on cheap tickets from LAX to CMB, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first released.

  • Finding cheap flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across the month and score a great deal.

  • There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from LAX to CMB.

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

Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • The address for LAX is One World Way.

  • Los Angeles International Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from LAX touch down on schedule 81.05% of the time.

  • Central Los Angeles to Los Angeles International Airport is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.

  • The trip on public transport will take about 55 minutes.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel near LAX? If you've booked an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport, these stays will have you 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 Los Angeles International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near CMB instead:

  • Follow your own route with a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion or Sixt and discover more of Colombo and beyond.

  • Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Bandaranaike International Airport about two weeks before your trip.

Getting from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to central Colombo

  • Bandaranaike International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from the centre of Colombo. Driving there takes about 40 minutes.

  • Getting to the centre by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.

When to fly to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

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

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

  • If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LAX to CMB in January. Temperatures average between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) then.

Explore more of Sri Lanka

  • Colombo has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Sri Lanka just waiting to be explored. Around 18 kilometres south of Colombo, a trip to Moratuwa will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Boat House, Angulana Beach and Dilmah Conservation One Earth Arboretum.

  • If you're looking to explore another major stop in Sri Lanka, head for Jaffna, roughly 306 kilometres north of Colombo. Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library are among the biggest draws.

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