Cheap Flights from Colombo to New York from $543

Frequently Asked Questions

• What are the cheapest flights from Colombo to New York (CMB-NYC)?

  Based on Trip.com data, Air India offers one-way fares as low as $543 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. CMB to JFK on Sun, Sep 13), while Air India offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from $946 departing on Sun, Sep 20 and returning on Fri, Sep 25.

• Which airlines offer flights from Colombo to New York?

  At the moment, several airlines serve connecting flights from Colombo to New York, including: Qatar Airways Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings made by users on Trip.com within the last 90 days.

• When is the best time to book flights from Colombo to New York?

  By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Colombo to New York is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.

• How can I find the best deals on flights from Colombo to New York?

  To find best deals on flights from Colombo to New York, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
  · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Sun, Sep 13, with one-way flights priced at just $543.
  · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Air India.
  · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
  · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
  · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for New York travel is around August.
  · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.

• When are flight tickets from Colombo (CMB) to New York (NYC) the cheapest?

  The cheapest months to fly from Colombo to New York is October, when demand for travel is lower.

• Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Colombo to New York on?

  After crunching the numbers on our August flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Colombo to New York on August 24, 2026 with Etihad Airways, with prices starting at $762.

• Which airports can I fly to for New York from Colombo?

  You can land at any one of the following hubs in New York, with Bandaranaike International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport (CMB-JFK) is by far the most common option on this route: John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) LaGuardia Airport (LGA) New York Skyports Seaplane Base (NYS) New York Stewart International Airport (SWF).

• Is there any time difference between Colombo and New York?

  The time difference between New York and Colombo is 10h.

• How do I change or cancel my ticket from Colombo to New York?

  Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.

• What is the average cost of a one-way flight from Colombo to New York?

  Based on Trip.com data for flights departing in the next 30 days, the average one-way fare from Colombo to New York is $1,398. Fares vary by travel date, airline and availability.

• How do I book flights from Colombo to New York on Trip.com?

  Enter Colombo and New York, choose your travel dates and passengers, then compare flights by price, duration and baggage. Select a fare, review the change and cancellation rules, enter traveler details and complete payment to receive your confirmation.