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Find cheap flights from Colombo to New York John F Kennedy Airport from $445

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Colombo to John F Kennedy Intl departing on 5/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheap flight deals from Colombo to John F Kennedy Intl (CMB-JFK)

Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Colombo to John F Kennedy Intl 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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6:50 am - 10:45 amCMB-JFK
37h 25m1 stop
7:50 pm - 6:10 amJFK-CMB
23h 50m1 stop
$977Turkish Airlines
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Mon, Jun 3 - Sun, Feb 23
6:50 am - 4:40 amCMB-JFK
31h 20m1 stop
12:40 pm - 5:20 amJFK-CMB
31h 10m1 stop
$991Turkish Airlines
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Fri, Sep 27 - Sat, Oct 12
5:00 pm - 2:32 pmCMB-JFK
31h 02m3 stops
10:20 pm - 9:05 amJFK-CMB
49h 15m3 stops
$1,066Gulf Air
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Tue, May 28 - Fri, May 31
11:40 am - 9:00 amCMB-JFK
30h 50m1 stop
1:20 am - 9:40 amJFK-CMB
22h 50m1 stop
$1,097Qatar Airways
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Fri, Sep 27 - Fri, Oct 11
3:35 am - 9:00 amCMB-JFK
38h 55m1 stop
1:20 am - 9:40 amJFK-CMB
22h 50m1 stop
$1,115Qatar Airways
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Thu, Sep 26 - Fri, Oct 11
5:00 pm - 7:51 pmCMB-JFK
36h 21m3 stops
5:33 pm - 9:05 amJFK-CMB
30h 02m3 stops
$1,135Gulf Air
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Thu, May 9 - Sun, May 19
4:30 am - 4:55 pmCMB-JFK
21h 55m1 stop
3:30 pm - 8:25 amJFK-CMB
31h 25m1 stop
$1,229Etihad Airways
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Wed, Jul 10 - Wed, Jul 24
7:20 pm - 9:15 amCMB-JFK
23h 25m1 stop
10:35 pm - 8:25 amJFK-CMB
24h 20m1 stop
$1,238Etihad Airways
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Mon, May 6 - Sat, Aug 31
3:05 am - 8:50 amCMB-JFK
39h 15m1 stop
11:00 pm - 4:35 pmJFK-CMB
32h 05m1 stop
$1,283Emirates
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Tue, May 28 - Thu, Aug 29
3:05 am - 6:55 pmCMB-JFK
25h 20m2 stops
10:20 pm - 9:25 amJFK-CMB
25h 35m3 stops
$1,296Emirates
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Thu, Sep 26 - Sat, Oct 12

Flights from Colombo to John F Kennedy Intl - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Colombo to John F Kennedy Intl 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 Colombo to New York?

The average price of all flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
For Colombo to New York, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Saturday is the most expensive. Flying from New York back to Colombo, the best deals are generally found on Tuesday, with Saturday being the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy 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 Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is November, where tickets cost $1,114 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and July, where the average cost of tickets is $1,730 and $1,563 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy 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 Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, you should book around 1 day before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 75 days before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Colombo to New York?

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 Colombo to New York were found on Turkish Airlines ($977) and Gulf Air ($1,066). KLM proposed the cheapest one-way flight at $583.

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January

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July

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When to book flights from Colombo to John F Kennedy Intl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Colombo to John F Kennedy Intl based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Colombo to New York John F Kennedy Airport flights

  • Which other nearby cities are served by the John F. Kennedy International Airport?

    If you are flying from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), remember there are several nearby cities within easy reach of the establishment. To this end, if your bucket list includes destinations such as Jamaica, Long Beach, Rockville Center, Valley Stream, and Woodmere, you must first land at JKF before road transfer to these places.

  • Which are the most popular connecting routes between Colombo (CMB) and New York (JFK)?

    The most popular connecting routes between Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) and John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) typically involve one or more stopovers in major international hubs. For instance, Emirates has a layover in Dubai (DBX), Qatar Airways in Doha (DOH), Etihad Airways makes a stop in Abu Dhabi (AUH), and Turkish Airlines connects via Istanbul (IST).

  • What special services do airlines from Colombo (CMB) to New York (JFK) offer for business and first-class travelers?

    Airlines operating from Colombo (CMB) to New York (JFK) offer business and first-class travelers special services to enhance their travel experience. Passengers in these cabins usually have access to dedicated check-in counters and expedited boarding procedures, allowing them to skip long queues and save time. Furthermore, airlines often provide an elevated dining experience for premium travelers.

  • Which airlines offer family services on trips between Colombo (CMB) and New York (JFK)?

    Several airlines offer family services between Colombo (CMB) and New York (JFK). Although these amenities vary depending on the specific airline, you can expect special meals for children, dedicated entertainment options for kids, and a Fly with Me Animals program featuring cuddly toys and activity packs.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport was $445 for a one-way ticket and $977 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Colombo and New York?

    Yes, you’ll need a passport to travel to New York from Colombo.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Colombo to New York?

    When flying out of Colombo you will be using Colombo Bandaranaike Intl. You will be landing at New York, also known as New York John F Kennedy Intl.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Colombo to New York?

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Colombo to New York?

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

  • What is the most popular layover when flying to New York from Colombo?

    Doha is the most popular layover city among KAYAK users traveling from Colombo to New York.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Colombo to New York, Emirates or Qatar Airways?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Colombo to New York are Emirates and Qatar Airways. With an average price for the route of $1,395 and an overall rating of 8.1, Emirates is the most popular choice. Qatar Airways is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,153 and an overall rating of 7.7.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Colombo to New York?

    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 Colombo to New York.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to New York from Colombo 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 Colombo to New York?

    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 New York with an airline and back to Colombo with another airline. Booking your flights between Colombo and JFK 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 Colombo to New York?

    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 New York from Colombo up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from CMB to New York John F Kennedy Airport

  • Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is a hub for SriLankan Airlines, Cinnamon Air, Simplifly, Fits Air, and John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Those flying aboard these airlines can expect high flight connectivity to other destinations, increased efficiency, improved flight frequency, and ancillary services and facilities.
  • Seat upgrades are typically available on flights from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Still, the availability and specific options may vary depending on the airline and the type of ticket you have purchased. Upgrades can be within the same cabin class or to a higher cabin class. Remember to inquire about these services during the booking process or at the check-in counter.
  • Each airline has its own policies and guidelines for traveling with pets, from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). For example, Emirates generally allows the transportation of cats, dogs, and birds as pets. However, certain dog breeds are restricted due to safety and regulatory concerns, so checking with the airline for the most up-to-date information on breed restrictions is important.
  • Airlines often have designated seats with extra legroom to accommodate passengers with disabilities, limited mobility, or other special needs between Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) and John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). These seats may be located in the bulkhead or other accessible areas of the aircraft. Passengers can request special seating arrangements during the booking process or by contacting the airline.
  • The AirTrain JFK provides a connection between the airport terminals and Jamaica or Howard Beach stations. From Jamaica station, you can transfer to the subway and take the E, J, or Z lines to Downtown Manhattan. From Howard Beach, you can take the A train to reach downtown. This option is relatively affordable and can be faster during rush hours.
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Top 5 airlines serving from Colombo to John F Kennedy Intl

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Colombo to New York. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Colombo to John F Kennedy Intl? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
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EmiratesOverall score based on 4087 reviews
8.3crew
8.1comfort
8.2boarding
8.3entertainment
7.9food
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The customers before boarding the plane from Dubai was HORRENDOUS. The entire Emirates staff had a stick up their bum. The guy at the check in booth was rude. I don’t understand.

8.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Apr 2024DXB - JFK
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The customers before boarding the plane from Dubai was HORRENDOUS. The entire Emirates staff had a stick up their bum. The guy at the check in booth was rude. I don’t understand.

Food is really bad, not to the Emirates standards. Coming out of Houston airport is very confusing,

Service needs to improve. Air hostess do not register flyers request and we need to keep on repeating our request to them on multiple occasions

The flight was great. We had to purchase extra long seats for the long flight. But overall it was great.

The experience was not as pleasant returning as leaving. Went through clearance twice, crew was not as customer focused.

WORST AIRLINE EVER—FOOD WAS MEDIOCRE AND WIDEBODY 777 BOEING WAS VERY UNCOMFORTABLE! IT WAS NOT WORTH THE MONEY THAT I PAID.

Amazing service and food. However I didn’t get chance to choose my own seat which bothered me a little.

Check-in counter at the airport took more than an hour of standing in queue with online checkin. And after entering the gate the flight delayed more than 30 mins.

More space all around is practically essential on long international fights, and Emirates definitely delivers. But food selection and taste was only average. Otherwise, the flight was smooth and the cabin crew service was fine.

Food was not eadable. Testless and not apealing. order for indian vegitarian, recived spice less. combination of main course and side iteams are far away from traditonal food, serve less iteams. , but eadoble. Thanks

More facilities to transport to the gates......felt too much walking distance

Just happy I flew Qatar Airways awesome no wonder they are #1 in the world right now! The food was just delicious, very courteous, professional crew.

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

It was a really long flight from Doha to Philadelphia and it was overall a good one. The one area that I would comment on is that there is a lot of single-use plastic and disposables in the meal service for American Airlines. It would be great to see more circular options in the meal service to reduce the amount of waste.

Suddenly Flight has been change by Qatar and there’s no information is there of us from Bom to Doha and counter person is behaving like Qatar owner next I will not buy Qatar and I will not suggest anyone to fly in Qatar

The crew was fantastic and the over flight was perfect as well.

They shld provide food. Between food they are giving 10 hours gap which is toooo much

The crew was great and the food and liquor offerings were good. Seats were a bit cramped. Flight arrived early at destination. That's a plus.

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.

I had already opted for Vegan food before 2 months yet they say we have no record for it,

Food could have been better Entertainment was absent even in Business Class

I like it very much. Gulf Air is always the topper rank of the world. I love it very much.

The drinks should come before food. Unable to have any fluid unless after food. Thanks

Gulfair were on top form and everything went as planned

The entertainment on board was really poor. The map doesn’t give enough information and the movies have arabic subtitles, you can’t choose. The stuff wasn’t very friendly and the breakfast really poor. The food must not be spicy! They didn’t have enough drinks.

Aereo nuovissimo e con tanti servizi malgrado la durata del volo Spazio per le gambe ridottk

It was a great experience, can’t wait to do it again soon!!

Aircraft was new and comfertable .on time. Cabin crews, which I got english language pronounce was very difficult to understand .ovee all ok flight

The boarding at Heathrow is chaotic. That's partly due to the lack of space and seating at gate 8, and a Qatar flight from gate 9 at the same time. That's down to Heathrow rather than Gulf Air. I've had a similar experience here before. Another problem which isn't specific to Gulf Air or Heathrow is announcements, and those for boarding in particular. They are difficult to hear with all the other noise and for me with hearing problems it's even worse. A simple tv screen would help, so long as it's updated of course.

This itineray had to be cancelled as the connection time in Paris was only 55 min which is below the 90 min required by Paris airport. Nether Chat deal/Kayak, nor Gulf air nor American Air picked on that. I called American Air for unrelated question was then told that boarding would be denied due to the short connection time. This should have been an automatic notification from Chat deal/ Kayak or Gulf air and itinery cancelled. What is the point of inconveniencing the passenger?? The return has still not be refunded. Shame on Gulf Air, very poor customer service for an airline that has so good flight crew!

Horrible people at the gate, they force me to check in my carry on, even thought no one behind me has to do it. I had to get out of the airport in NY to get my bag and go thru security again on my way to Honk Kong. The worst part is the employee threatened me with loosing the flights if don’t comply.

Transfer from Terminal 1 to Terminal 3 by bus is chaotic, because as per information Free Shuttle Bus was supposed to take passengers from Domestic Terminal 1 to International Terminal 3, but the bus took us from Terminal 1 to terminal 2, then to Terminal 1 ,, 2 and finally to Terminal 3

The flight crew was really wonderful, incredibly helpful as well as patient. I was able to watch entertainment on my phone but didn't have access to my headphones and I didn't want to bother the flight attendants. The food wasn't an issue for me because I am a vegan and brought my own food on board. The flight left on time and arrived ahead of schedule. It was overall a good flight.

Cut off carry ons, had to check, got on and there was plenty of bin space. Disappointing.

One of the worst flights I have ever taken Delayed over an hour without communication from the crew; very scary Entertainment not working Crew NASTY cabin cold

May never fly American again Delay in take off WITHOUT EXPLANATION Cabin freezing Crew NASTY entertainment did not work entire flight

Crew was rude and the flight is not comfortable for long haul.

The flight was so short that the lack of leg room didn't bother me for long. The plane was smaller so only two seats per row and there were chargers. However, they didn't serve any snacks.

Horrible trip. I won't fly AA again Boarding was a nightmare because they squeezed people into the waiting like sardines. My connection was 30 minutes and the run to the gate was horrible. Then the flight was canceled AFTER boarding. The Flight attendants did not know what to do and gave out the wrong instructions. They finally sent us to a different gate. Again, the waiting was like a sardine tin. The flight was okay and my baggage arrived fine.

My first time flying American Airlines, my first flight to CLT was wonderful and flight attendants was nice and had great customer service. My second flight from CLT to NY was very delayed due to whatever reason the crew was not greeting other than that I’m rate 8 .

Overall mediocre experience. Check in was good. They're were discriminatory. They were not attentive, food choices were not vegetarian friendly. The food served was frozen.

It has been a couple of years since I flew with Etihad last, after having a unpleasant experience with them coming out of the pandemic. I can say that the experience has uplifted, but I can’t really rate the service. At Barcelona airport the service was great, with their dedicated Etihad staff very helpful. The onboard experience wasn’t great, not very personalised and it really makes sense why Etihad doesn’t feature in the top 10 2023 Skytrax awards. The crew just seemed to be inattentive and almost absent from the cabin. I felt that I had to keep getting their attention. Even after I’d finished my meal, an hour went by before I had to call them to clear the tray/plate etc.

Crew were very polite and quicker in service. Excellent cooling, comfortable seats and tasty food served

The staff was very nice and polite but it was very very hot and no ways to have some fresh air. It would be nice to have more time to sleep since it was a night flight

I WOULD ADVISE NOT TO BOOK YOUR FLIGHT ON KAYAK. THEY SHOW BETTER FARES AND AFTER I BOOKED MINE, I FIND OUT THAT IT DID NOT INCLUDE LUGGAGE. i HAD TO PAY $800 TO CHECK IN MY BAGS.

1.Aircraft Comfort: The aircraft type was quite small with non-reclining, cramped seats that significantly lacked comfort. 2.In-flight Entertainment: There was no provision of in-flight entertainment screens or Wi-Fi for the majority of the flight. 3.Boarding Process at New Abu Dhabi Airport: Despite the move to a new airport, which promised enhanced experiences, the use of buses instead of jet bridges did not meet expectations, causing inconvenience. 4.Gate Change Communication: A last-minute gate change was poorly communicated, resulting in a long and difficult walk.

Very unfriendly team. It was very difficult to get a cup of coffee. Legroom was extremely small. Old, dilapidated plane.

Food was very good. Again tray could use a non-skid mat. I had a regular seat - comfortable - able to sleep undisturbed. Boarding was uneventful.

Crew was good, boarding mediocre, food choices were limited, seating was not comfortable

Very very bad service very tight seats never ever flying with Etihad again

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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from Colombo to New York found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
5/28Tue
2 stops
46h 50mCMB-JFK
$445
6/16Sun
2 stopsKLM
32h 40mCMB-JFK
$583
6/11Tue
1 stopQatar Airways
21h 30mCMB-JFK
$750
5/27Mon
1 stopQatar Airways
28h 25mCMB-JFK
$775
6/16Sun
1 stopEtihad Airways
21h 55mCMB-JFK
$781
6/18Tue
1 stopEtihad Airways
40h 55mCMB-JFK
$801
5/25Sat
1 stopEmirates
20h 50mCMB-JFK
$865
6/1Sat
2 stopsEmirates
49h 20mCMB-JFK
$895
6/25Tue
3 stopsGulf Air
31h 00mCMB-JFK
$973
6/20Thu
3 stopsGulf Air
31h 00mCMB-JFK
$974

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Last minute flights from Colombo to John F Kennedy Intl

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from Colombo to New York that are departing in the next 10 days.
4/18Thu
multi-stop
40h 05mCMB-JFK
5/9Thu
multi-stop
30h 05mJFK-CMB
$1,302
4/17Wed
multi-stop
47h 00mCMB-JFK
5/9Thu
multi-stop
30h 05mJFK-CMB
$1,305
4/18Thu
multi-stop
40h 05mCMB-JFK
5/19Sun
multi-stop
24h 20mJFK-CMB
$1,317
4/17Wed
multi-stopEmirates
25h 20mCMB-JFK
5/8Wed
multi-stopEmirates
25h 35mJFK-CMB
$1,343
4/19Fri
multi-stopAmerican Airlines
37h 35mCMB-JFK
5/18Sat
multi-stopAmerican Airlines
19h 30mJFK-CMB
$1,357
4/18Thu
multi-stopEmirates
32h 15mCMB-JFK
5/10Fri
multi-stopEmirates
24h 45mJFK-CMB
$1,366
4/18Thu
multi-stopQatar Airways
32h 00mCMB-JFK
5/15Wed
multi-stopQatar Airways
19h 30mJFK-CMB
$1,392
4/18Thu
multi-stopQatar Airways
32h 00mCMB-JFK
5/19Sun
multi-stopQatar Airways
19h 30mJFK-CMB
$1,407
4/18Thu
multi-stopAmerican Airlines
38h 55mCMB-JFK
5/18Sat
multi-stopAmerican Airlines
29h 15mJFK-CMB
$1,460
4/19Fri
multi-stopEtihad Airways
30h 25mCMB-JFK
5/11Sat
multi-stopEtihad Airways
39h 55mJFK-CMB
$1,626

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Colombo - New York Flights

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Colombo (CMB)Sri Lanka

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New York John F Kennedy Airport (JFK)United States

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