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Cheap Flights from New York to Sri Lanka

11-17 hours with connections flight. Airlines: ANA, JAL, Korean Air +3 more. Fares from $600.

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New York to Sri Lanka Flight Overview

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Flight Details

  • Duration: 11-17 hours with connections
  • Direct Flights: No (connection required)
  • From: JFK, LGA, EWR
  • To: CMB
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Typical Prices

  • Economy: $600-1400 roundtrip
  • Cheapest: January, February, September
  • Priciest: March, April, December

Airlines Flying New York to Sri Lanka

ANAJALKorean AirCathay PacificSingapore AirlinesUnited

Common connection cities: Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle

Consider a stopover to break up the journey and explore another city.

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Tips for Cheap New York to Sri Lanka Flights

1Book flights to Colombo 8-10 weeks ahead for $700-900 roundtrip. Prices jump to $1,300+ within 30 days of departure, especially during December-March peak tourist season.
2Connect through Doha on Qatar Airways or Dubai on Emirates for best service and shortest layovers. These Gulf carriers offer 2-4 hour connections versus 6-8 hours when routing through European cities.
3Fly midweek (Tuesday-Thursday) and avoid weekend departures to save $150-250. Business travelers fill Friday-Sunday flights, driving prices up significantly during high season.
4Red-eye flights from JFK (departing 10pm-2am) cost $100-200 less than daytime departures. You'll arrive in Colombo early morning, maximizing your first day and making jet lag adjustment easier.
5Consider flying into Colombo then taking a $15-25 domestic flight to southern beaches or cultural triangle cities. SriLankan Airlines and Cinnamon Air offer quick connections that beat 4-6 hour bus rides.

💡Savings tip: Book 6-8 weeks ahead for the best New York to Sri Lanka fares. Flexibility with dates can save you 20-30%.

FAQs About Flights to New York to Sri Lanka

No direct flights operate from JFK to Colombo. Qatar Airways via Doha and Emirates via Dubai are most popular, offering 19-21 hour total journey times. SriLankan Airlines partners with other carriers for connections, while Turkish Airlines via Istanbul provides budget-friendly alternatives at 22-24 hours.

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