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Cheapest round-trip
$454
Typical prices: $505-$722
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Fri 11/9Thu 11/15
CAI - CMB • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$240
Typical prices: $284-$388
Multiple Airlines
Fri 11/2
CAI - CMB • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Cairo and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
23 weeks
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 23 weeks in advance save around 23% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
April
Cheapest • 16% price drop
December
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Manama Bahrain Intl (BAH)
Cheapest • Avg $515 (round-trip)
Sharjah (SHJ)
Shortest trip • 10h 15m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cairo to Colombo (CAI-CMB)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Cairo to Colombo

Mon, Nov 9 - Sun, Nov 15
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1:10 pm - 2:50 amCAI  Cairo-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
34h 10m2 stops Kuwait City Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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4:00 am - 7:50 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CAI Cairo
19h 20m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Kuwait City
$454Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Thu, Nov 19
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8:40 am - 4:30 amCAI  Cairo-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
16h 20m2 stops Kuwait City Sharjah
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5:20 am - 10:00 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CAI Cairo
20h 10m2 stops Sharjah Kuwait City
$469Multiple Airlines
Tue, Mar 16 - Tue, Mar 23
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11:25 am - 1:45 amCAI  Cairo-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
10h 50m1 stop Kuwait City
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8:20 am - 6:55 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CAI Cairo
14h 05m1 stop Kuwait City
$475Kuwait Airways
Mon, Oct 19 - Wed, Oct 28
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5:25 pm - 6:30 pmCAI  Cairo-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
22h 35m2 stops Dubai Intl Male
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8:15 pm - 11:25 amCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CAI Cairo
17h 40m2 stops Male Dubai Intl
$504Emirates
Wed, Oct 28 - Tue, Nov 3
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5:30 pm - 10:15 amCAI  Cairo-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
14h 15m2 stops Dubai Intl Male
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8:15 pm - 5:15 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CAI Cairo
24h 30m2 stops Male Dubai Intl
$504Emirates
Sun, Oct 18 - Tue, Oct 27
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2:30 am - 6:30 pmCAI  Cairo-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
13h 30m2 stops Dubai Intl Male
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8:15 pm - 12:10 amCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CAI Cairo
30h 25m2 stops Male Dubai Intl
$504Emirates
Fri, Nov 13 - Fri, Nov 27
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1:50 pm - 2:50 amCAI  Cairo-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
9h 30m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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9:55 am - 4:50 amCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CAI Cairo
22h 25m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$625Etihad Airways
Mon, Nov 30 - Wed, Dec 9
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1:05 am - 1:50 amCAI  Cairo-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
21h 15m1 stop Sharjah
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2:40 am - 3:10 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CAI Cairo
16h 00m1 stop Sharjah
$628Air Arabia
Tue, Dec 1 - Thu, Dec 10
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7:25 am - 8:10 amCAI  Cairo-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
21h 15m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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4:05 pm - 4:50 amCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CAI Cairo
16h 15m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$630Etihad Airways
Wed, Dec 9 - Tue, Dec 15
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7:25 am - 2:50 amCAI  Cairo-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
15h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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4:00 am - 4:45 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CAI Cairo
16h 15m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$647Etihad Airways
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Price, demand and travel trends for Cairo to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cairo to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cairo to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. It’s 9% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 20% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Cairo to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

•April is the cheapest month to fly from Cairo to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport at $503 round-trip.
•December ($724) and August ($709) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 43% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Cairo to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Cairo to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport are cheapest 23 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 23% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Cairo to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$240
Beat the crowds with an average 68% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 167% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Cairo to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

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Your Cairo to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Cairo to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Cairo to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.

  • How long is a flight from Cairo to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Cairo to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport takes 00m, covering 3,509 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cairo to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Cairo to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Cairo to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport range from $505 to $722, with an average of $601 over the past 12 months. Anything below $505 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Cairo to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 5% above the $601 route average. Book 23 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How are flight prices from Cairo to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Cairo to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $456, which is 33% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (CMB)?

    Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (CMB) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $21 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • GREEN MOTION
    • Ace
    • AcaRent
    • Xdrive Mobility
    • SR RENT A CAR

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Cairo to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Flights from Cairo to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport usually depart from Cairo (CAI) and arrive at Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Cairo to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Cairo to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 29% of one-stop connections
    • Sharjah (SHJ) - 26% of one-stop connections
    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) - 15% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cairo to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 25% on flights from Cairo to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $547 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $724, a difference of $177.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Cairo to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Flying via Sharjah (SHJ) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 10h 15m, compared with 10h 16m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) and 10h 53m via Dubai Intl (DXB).

  • What is the time difference between Cairo and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is 2 hours ahead of Cairo (India Time vs Eastern European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Pettah Market is one of the most viewed places in Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Cairo to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Sunday flights average $547, about $177 less than Friday fares (24% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 23 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 23% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cairo to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport trip for April. Fares historically average $503 round-trip in that month - typically $221 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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