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Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Colombo that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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1:45 am - 11:35 pmSFO-CMB
33h 20m1 stop
12:50 am - 10:45 pmCMB-SFO
34h 25m1 stop
$866Cathay Pacific
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Thu, Sep 5 - Thu, Sep 12
6:35 pm - 5:20 amSFO-CMB
22h 15m1 stop
7:25 am - 4:45 pmCMB-SFO
46h 50m1 stop
$908Turkish Airlines
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Tue, Oct 8 - Wed, Nov 6
1:35 pm - 11:35 pmSFO-CMB
21h 30m1 stop
11:15 pm - 8:50 pmCMB-SFO
34h 05m2 stops
$1,002
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Wed, Aug 21 - Sat, Sep 21
6:55 pm - 11:30 pmSFO-CMB
39h 05m2 stops
12:45 am - 11:50 pmCMB-SFO
36h 35m2 stops
$1,062Singapore Airlines
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Wed, Nov 13 - Wed, Nov 27
6:55 pm - 11:30 pmSFO-CMB
39h 05m2 stops
12:45 am - 7:50 amCMB-SFO
20h 35m1 stop
$1,065Singapore Airlines
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Wed, Nov 13 - Wed, Nov 27
10:30 am - 4:05 pmSFO-CMB
41h 05m1 stop
11:15 pm - 8:50 pmCMB-SFO
34h 05m2 stops
$1,087
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Wed, Aug 14 - Wed, Sep 18
12:00 pm - 7:00 pmSFO-CMB
41h 30m1 stop
8:20 pm - 9:00 amCMB-SFO
26h 10m1 stop
$1,119China Eastern
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Mon, Nov 11 - Sun, Dec 1
12:00 pm - 7:00 pmSFO-CMB
41h 30m1 stop
8:20 pm - 9:00 amCMB-SFO
26h 10m1 stop
$1,164China Eastern
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Mon, Nov 11 - Fri, Nov 29
10:30 am - 4:05 pmSFO-CMB
41h 05m1 stop
8:20 am - 7:00 amCMB-SFO
35h 10m1 stop
$1,301Air India
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Sat, Sep 7 - Sat, Oct 26
8:30 pm - 1:15 pmSFO-CMB
52h 15m2 stops
8:20 am - 7:00 amCMB-SFO
35h 10m1 stop
$1,416Air India
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Wed, Jul 10 - Fri, Sep 20

Flights from San Francisco to Colombo - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San Francisco to Colombo to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Colombo?

The average price of all flights from San Francisco to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Colombo on a Saturday and more expensive on a Friday. On your return trip to San Francisco, you should consider flying back on a Thursday, and avoid Sundays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from San Francisco to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from San Francisco to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is October, where tickets cost $1,053 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of tickets is $1,939 and $1,682 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from San Francisco to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from San Francisco to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, you should book around 3 days before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 88 days before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Colombo?

The cheapest price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.
In the last 72 hours, the best return deals on flights connecting San Francisco to Colombo were found on Cathay Pacific ($866) and Turkish Airlines ($908). Cathay Pacific proposed the cheapest one-way flight at $617.

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October

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June

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When to book flights from San Francisco to Colombo

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FAQs for booking San Francisco to Colombo flights

  • Which documents do I need for traveling from San Francisco to Colombo?

    To travel from San Francisco to Colombo, you will require a valid passport with at least six months of remaining validity. Also, you will need a visa to enter Sri Lanka. Additionally, it is advisable to carry your confirmed return flight tickets or an onward ticket to a third country.

  • Can I bring my meals on board for flights from San Francisco to Colombo?

    Yes, you can bring your own meals on board during flights. However, It is important to respect the comfort and experience of fellow travelers. As such, Singapore Airlines allows the carriage of food items on board if they are not offensive to travelers, such as food items with strong smells.

  • What are some of the cities I can drive to after arriving in Colombo?

    After arriving at CMB, you can embark on drives to the historic city of Kandy, which is approximately 72 miles east of Colombo. In addition, Galle is around 95 miles south of Colombo. Furthermore, the coastal city of Negombo is just 5 miles north of Colombo.

  • Which are some common layovers between San Francisco and Colombo?

    For flights from San Francisco to Colombo, Qatar Airways often has a layover at Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH) while Emirates frequently connects through Dubai International Airport (DXB). Malaysia Airlines offers layovers at Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH) and Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). Additionally, Air Canada will have layovers at Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) and London Heathrow Airport (LHR).

  • What is the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Francisco to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport was $588 for a one-way ticket and $866 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between San Francisco and Colombo?

    Yes, you'll most likely have to show a valid passport before boarding the plane in San Francisco and on arrival in Colombo.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from San Francisco to Colombo?

    When flying out of San Francisco you will be using San Francisco. You will be landing at Colombo, also known as Colombo Bandaranaike Intl.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Francisco to Colombo?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from San Francisco to Colombo?

    oneworld, Star Alliance, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between San Francisco and Colombo, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • What is the most popular layover when flying to Colombo from San Francisco?

    Singapore is the most popular layover city among KAYAK users traveling from San Francisco to Colombo.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from San Francisco to Colombo, Singapore Airlines or Cathay Pacific?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from San Francisco to Colombo are Singapore Airlines and Cathay Pacific. With an average price for the route of $1,432 and an overall rating of 8.2, Singapore Airlines is the most popular choice. Cathay Pacific is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,335 and an overall rating of 7.8.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Francisco to Colombo?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from San Francisco to Colombo.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from San Francisco to Colombo?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Colombo from San Francisco is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from San Francisco to Colombo?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Colombo with an airline and back to San Francisco with another airline. Booking your flights between San Francisco and CMB can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from San Francisco to Colombo?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Colombo from San Francisco up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from San Francisco to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO) serves as a major hub for Alaska and United Airlines. Also, SFO serves as a top departure point for airlines like Asiana Airlines, Singapore Airlines, Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, and Cathay Pacific, among others. This leads to increased connectivity to Colombo and other layover points, improving flexible trip scheduling.
  • A first-class ticket is recommended for this over 21-hour trip from San Francisco to Colombo. Booking American Airlines first class offers enhanced comfort with spacious seating, ample legroom, and reclining options. Secondly, you will enjoy premium meals, priority boarding, and access to luxurious lounges to make the long journey more enjoyable and rejuvenating.
  • If you're traveling with kids, Qatar Airways is the perfect choice for family travel. They allow one infant item for free, such as a carrycot or stroller. Additionally, they provide creative and educational kits filled with stickers, activity books, and crayons, to ensure kids stay engaged during the flight. Children are also treated to a tasty and nutritious kid's menu.
  • For unaccompanied minor travel, we recommend Etihad Airlines. The airline allows children between 5 and 11 years to book Unaccompanied Minors (UM) service. The service is free of charge as long as the minor is booked on a regular fare and the service was booked before checking in at the departure airport.
  • Getting downtown from CMB airport is convenient using public transportation. The most popular and efficient option is to take a taxi or a ride-sharing service. Also, the Colombo Express bus is available at CMB, which takes approximately 1 hour to reach downtown. This provides a convenient and cost-effective means of transportation for travelers on a budget.
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Top 5 airlines serving from San Francisco to Colombo

 
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8.4Boarding
7.8Food
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If I made the connection in Singapore I was stuck there for 24 hours you owe me 355.00 for accommodations

10.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Jun 2024HKT - SIN
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If I made the connection in Singapore I was stuck there for 24 hours you owe me 355.00 for accommodations

Leg room and flight sound insulation is very bad. They broke 3 of my bags with bad handling

Crews were great but food not much selection just all tailored for Asian passengers.

I had a great experience with Singapore airlines as always. The partner airline, Scoot was fine except my bag was misplaced during the shuffle. Ultimately, my baggage arrived intact. Attempting to inquire about my baggage was impossible.

plus: service and personal assistance minus: online check-in did not work

The Premium economy class is not the same as some other airlines because there are no economy seats on these planes. Basically you’re getting an economy seat that’s a little wider. The seats are not that much more comfortable. The service and food experience is similar to economy class on other Asian airlines. There aren’t enough toilets for the entire plane therefore we are forced to share the business class toilets that are closed off with curtains.

I commend the flight attendants on our SFO-SIN flight who went above and beyond to provide us with extra snacks and food. This type of service makes the flight experience personal and awesome.

It was a great flight Food was great Crew was spectacular

In general good, but the machine seems to be long in operation and some functions were restricted as e. g. Adjusting of seats.

People were so nice! Economy seats were small and cramped feeling for me. I’m slender and 6 feet tall

Bad experience. Departure time delayed from 1610 to 1740. After the flight was pushed back, pilot said there was a technical issue on the aircraft and we couldn’t take off. Delayed another hour to solve it.

Great, the flight attendants were very friendly and the food was also good.

The overall flight went well and the aircrew was pleasant.

Very comfortable Prem economy seats for a long haul flight. Had a problem with the tv that the crew fixed so was great!

Cathay Pacific seems to be an airline in trouble and on its way out. Lots of broken or poorly functioning things like entertainment screens, seats, and enough well trained staff to handle a full flight. Sad...

The flight crew was exceptionally good. Personal needs were well met. The food choices were very nice.

Excellent. Planes are a little older and could get some refurbishment, but besides that everything was excellent.

I cancelled the flights in good time but could only get a partial refund. I was not warned of this.

While I was in great pain, the seat was sufficiently comfortable to allow me to rest and not be in so much pain.

we were upgraded which was a blessing and tender mercy for us. I fell the day before and was in extreme pain from knee to shoulder. Sitting in a more comfortable seat during the flight was an unexpected blessing and experience.

Besides the flight cancellation, everything else was prefect. Kudos to Malaysian Airlines.

Operated by American Airlines. Very chaotic and the crew was bit rough responding any enquiries. Restricted leg space.. Qatar would have been better

Qatar airways from Doha to guangzhau was excellent big bird Boeing 777 more room and smoothly flight, I Love it

It was good no problems made it on time for the next flight overseas!

The made us waiting and held our passports and boarding pass making us miss our flights

Not impressed. Only allowed one carry on on such a long flight.

The flight was good but my neighbor had the vent open full power for the whole flight and because the air was blowing from the side instead of from the top and I got very cold and ended up with a sore throat.

Bad experience with the delay n long wait time for connecting flight after missing the connection flight from Doha.

Wore experience due to delay and took me 3 days to reach my destination.

All over with Qatar airlines my experience was really bad due to delays and then putting me on different airlines and after 8 hours of wait I had to listen to their is no plane to fly for another 24 hours. Wore experience ever.

Overnight flight in the old style Business class, but still very good.

I was in business class, without the business class amenities. Large seat with lots of legroom, but no TV or bed. Food was okay, but I did enjoy the Turkish red wine.

Excellent service and comfort from the moment you check in. Flight crew is hyper focused on making passengers comfortable and at ease. It’s like a flying hotel!

Only chicken as a meat dish through out the flight

Nothing really was great as such. Seen other no name airlines perform better.

Quality of service on board was very inconsistent. FA service primarily seemed robotic and they barely engaged with passengers

I’m unclear why I had to pay extra for assigned seats as Turkish airlines did not honor the seating. We were placed across the aisle from each other on TK 34, and were seated behind one another on TK 694. Because my name was misspelled on e-ticket (Klawiter, instead of Klawitter) I could not log onto website to get the connection gate number in Istanbul. The monitors in the airport were a jumbled mess 1/2 Arabic and 1/2 English.

On line check in needs a lot of improvement. I tried and gave up.

Food not good, flight attendants not the best, not accommodating very ruff

the female flight attendant was racist towards me. I could tell she treated the two other passengers next to me with more softness.

First and the foremost I was shocked to see airindia standards have come down so low . The food was horrible . They served us 3 meals for vegetarian and all the was paneer . The orange juice was not at all cold it was smelly . After you take this heavy price air India should learn from other air lines . I at one point felt like throwing up . After all this when we landed we were not given landing slip . We had to wait for 45 min at the immigration just because no one was given landing slip . To top it all we were 3 passengers and had checked in 4 check in luggage . Out of which 3 have not yet arrived . Basically status says the loaded it in our flight ( this was a direct fight ) and it never reached . We are still waiting . There is nothing great to tell about our flight . The he only good thing was the crew were very helpful .

Lay out shows 1st row and second row given after taking payment. It's a fraud

The seats were extremely uncomfortable. Air India seats used to be very comfortable . with sufficient legroom. In this aircraft there was no legroom. It is a shame that for your profit margins you are trying to pack people like cattle on these long haul flights. The food was terrible. The bread was hard like a rock. Mr CEO of Air India, why don’t you take a flight in economy from India to USA and experience the hardships first hand. It is utter disgrace

Absolutely nothing. Cold and unpleasant airline staff, and to top it all, the entertainment system was broken. Really harrowing experience.

BAD experience. Entertainment system was not working and most of the passengers had this issue. Staff was not helpful. Meal was yuck. Bad old flights.

Overall good experience. I got first row seats with extra legroom. It does make a difference. Entertainment system was working. However, they kept serving me a VEGAN meal instead of a VEGETERIAN meal. I asked them and showed my tickets that Vegeterian meal is selected but the staff didn't care. VEGAN meal was medicore and not enough to fill tummy. Also unhealthy with butter made from palm oil.

Communication was terrible. Flight was delayed for 4-5 hours in DC (on the front end, and also after we boarded, we had to get off - some issue with fueling the old plane correctly). There was little to no information on timing or what was happening. Once we reach Delhi airspace, apparently there was weather that caused us not to land - we were actually near the ground, saw the run way, and lifted back up to the sky after being sooo close. Then we circled for about 30 minutes, and they decided to go to Jaipur to land until the weather cleared and to refuel. Again, once we landed in Jaipur (wrong city), there was little to no information on timing or what was happening. Then we heard that the crew was reaching their 24 hours. We sat on the place, on the tarmac for another 3 HOURS, with no food and not enough water for everyone on the flight. Then, they kicked us off the plane with no plan, in the wrong city. We went thru customs, got our bags (thank goodness), and had to ask a bunch of staff what was happening and what to do. Eventually, their soltuion was to bus people back to Delhi (like 6 hours we were told) but not everyone would fit on the bus, and unknown timing on when it would leave. At this point it was 9PM (we were scheduled to arrive in Delhi at 11AM...). My husband and I decided to risk it and take a cab that we had to pay ourselves (about $200 US dollars) to get to Delhi (about 5 hour drive). We both had terrible trips back to the US as well - almost missed connecting flight, forced to pay for carry-on luggage (a small back pack!) and duty-free goods by the Air India staff last minute. Just terrible experience all around. Never again with AI! The ONLY good thing was the air hostesses were kind and patient - example: they made sure people with food allergies got their correct.

It would have been perfect if there was onboard entertainment.

Food was unfit even for prisoners. larger front seats are terribly uncomfortable, which is ironic. Thorough need to upgrade aircraft on such a long route.

Food could be better they need a better caterer in DC flight from India always has better food

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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from San Francisco to Colombo found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
7/26Fri
2 stops
40h 30mSFO-CMB
$588
7/17Wed
3 stops
51h 55mSFO-CMB
$590
7/17Wed
1 stopCathay Pacific
21h 30mSFO-CMB
$617
8/15Thu
1 stopCathay Pacific
33h 20mSFO-CMB
$710
11/18Mon
1 stopSingapore Airlines
37h 45mSFO-CMB
$830
11/17Sun
1 stopSingapore Airlines
24h 20mSFO-CMB
$880
11/24Sun
1 stopQatar Airways
22h 35mSFO-CMB
$942
11/23Sat
1 stopQatar Airways
22h 35mSFO-CMB
$984
6/25Tue
1 stopAir India
29h 35mSFO-CMB
$1,127
6/20Thu
1 stopAir India
29h 35mSFO-CMB
$1,147

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These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from San Francisco to Colombo that are departing in the next 10 days.
6/17Mon
multi-stop
32h 35mSFO-CMB
6/29Sat
multi-stop
43h 55mCMB-SFO
$8,744
6/17Mon
multi-stop
32h 35mSFO-CMB
6/28Fri
multi-stop
42h 50mCMB-SFO
$9,457
6/17Mon
multi-stop
27h 40mSFO-CMB
6/29Sat
multi-stop
31h 10mCMB-SFO
$14,525
6/17Mon
multi-stop
40h 10mSFO-CMB
6/29Sat
multi-stop
41h 36mCMB-SFO
$19,380

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San Francisco - Colombo Flights

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San Francisco (SFO)United States

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Colombo (CMB)Sri Lanka

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