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Cheapest round-trip
$618
Typical prices: $799-$1,524
IndiGo, Air Arabia
Tue 12/4Mon 12/10
CMB - ATH • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$311
Typical prices: $338-$696
IndiGo
Mon 12/3
CMB - ATH • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport and Athens. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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April
Cheapest • 47% price drop
January
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Top layover airports
Sharjah (SHJ)
Cheapest • Avg $792 (round-trip)
Doha Hamad Intl (DOH)
Shortest trip • 10h 38m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Colombo to Athens (CMB-ATH)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Colombo to Athens

Fri, Dec 4 - Thu, Dec 10
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11:15 pm - 11:55 amCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
16h 10m1 stop Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
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1:45 pm - 1:45 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
20h 30m1 stop Sharjah
$618Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 7
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5:00 pm - 1:45 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
24h 15m2 stops Male Manama Bahrain Intl
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6:15 am - 9:45 amATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
24h 00m2 stops Manama Bahrain Intl Male
$721Gulf Air
Fri, Dec 4 - Thu, Dec 10
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5:00 pm - 1:45 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
24h 15m2 stops Male Manama Bahrain Intl
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7:15 am - 9:45 amATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
23h 00m2 stops Manama Bahrain Intl Male
$752Gulf Air
Fri, Dec 4 - Thu, Dec 10
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2:35 pm - 7:00 amCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
19h 55m2 stops Sharjah Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
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1:45 pm - 1:45 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
20h 30m1 stop Sharjah
$753Multiple Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Thu, Dec 10
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11:15 am - 3:40 amCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
19h 55m3 stops Male Dubai Intl Amman Queen Alia Intl
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4:25 pm - 1:45 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
17h 50m2 stops Rome Fiumicino Sharjah
$942Multiple Airlines
Tue, Feb 16 - Tue, Jul 13
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4:00 am - 11:25 amCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
10h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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2:25 pm - 8:35 amATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
15h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$948Etihad Airways
Mon, Feb 15 - Thu, Jul 15
Gulf Air Logo
3:55 pm - 1:45 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
25h 20m2 stops Male Manama Bahrain Intl
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7:25 am - 9:40 amATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
23h 45m2 stops Manama Bahrain Intl Male
$949Gulf Air
Mon, Feb 15 - Tue, Jul 13
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4:05 pm - 5:25 amCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
16h 50m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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2:25 pm - 8:35 amATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
15h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$953Etihad Airways
Sun, Feb 21 - Tue, Jul 13
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4:05 pm - 5:25 amCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
16h 50m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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2:25 pm - 8:35 amATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
15h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$961Etihad Airways
Thu, Feb 18 - Tue, Jul 13
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4:00 am - 11:25 amCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
10h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
2:25 pm - 8:35 amATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
15h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$966Etihad Airways
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Price, demand and travel trends for Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Athens flights

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Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Athens?

Gulf Air ($721) and Etihad Airways ($948) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Athens according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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Key details for Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Athens flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$311
Beat the crowds with an average 89% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 27% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Athens

When to book flights from Colombo to Athens

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Colombo to Athens based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Athens 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 Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Athens?

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

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

    A nonstop flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Athens takes 00m, covering 4,073 miles.

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

    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 Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Athens flight?

    Round-trip flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Athens range from $799 to $1,524, with an average of $1,062 over the past 12 months. Anything below $799 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Athens changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $618 to $6,043. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Athens are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $431, which is 16% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Athens Eleftherios V. Airport (ATH)?

    Athens Eleftherios V. Airport (ATH) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $28 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Record go
    • Centauro
    • Europcar
    • SURPRICE CAR RENTAL
    • Alamo

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

    Flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Athens usually depart from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB) and arrive at Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH).

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

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

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 59% of one-stop connections
    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Sharjah (SHJ) - 18% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 55% on flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Athens. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $694 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $1,533, a difference of $839.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

    Flying via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 10h 38m, compared with 13h 10m via Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) and 15h 06m via Sharjah (SHJ).

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

    Athens is 3 hours behind Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (Eastern European Time vs India Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Athens?

    Some of the most popular sights in Athens are Acropolis, Syntagma Square and Parthenon. These are among the most viewed places in Athens on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Athens 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 Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $694, about $839 less than Wednesday fares (55% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Athens trip for April. Fares historically average $563 round-trip in that month - typically $961 less than the most expensive month, which is January (based on the last 12 months).

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