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Cheapest round-trip
$948
Typical prices: $1,066-$1,781
Vietnam Airlines
Sat 1/13Sat 2/3
CMB - SFO • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$500
Typical prices: $724-$1,159
Vietnam Airlines
Sat 3/3
CMB - SFO • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport and San Francisco. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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February
Cheapest • 36% price drop
April
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Ho Chi Minh City (SGN)
Cheapest • Avg $885 (round-trip)
Doha Hamad Intl (DOH)
Shortest trip • 22h 04m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Colombo to San Francisco (CMB-SFO)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Colombo to San Francisco

Wed, Jan 13 - Wed, Feb 3
Vietnam Airlines Logo
1:55 am - 5:00 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-SFO San Francisco
28h 35m1 stop Ho Chi Minh City
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9:10 pm - 12:40 amSFO  San Francisco-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
38h 00m1 stop Ho Chi Minh City
$948Vietnam Airlines
Tue, Jan 26 - Tue, Feb 23
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:40 am - 8:10 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-SFO San Francisco
46h 00m1 stop Paris Orly
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:25 am - 11:25 pmSFO  San Francisco-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
22h 30m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
$1,094Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 21
Air India Logo
5:00 am - 7:00 amCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-SFO San Francisco
38h 30m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
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10:55 am - 4:05 pmSFO  San Francisco-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
40h 40m2 stops Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
$1,108Air India
Fri, Oct 30 - Sat, Nov 7
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:55 am - 6:00 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-SFO San Francisco
28h 35m1 stop Ho Chi Minh City
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:00 pm - 7:00 pmSFO  San Francisco-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
41h 30m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$1,123Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 21
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10:55 pm - 3:30 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-SFO San Francisco
29h 05m3 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Ho Chi Minh City Incheon Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:55 am - 4:05 pmSFO  San Francisco-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
40h 40m2 stops Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
$1,124Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 14 - Tue, Oct 20
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:55 pm - 9:10 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-SFO San Francisco
34h 45m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
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12:30 am - 9:55 pmSFO  San Francisco-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
32h 55m2 stops Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl Kuala Lumpur Intl
$1,133Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 5 - Mon, Oct 19
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4:35 am - 1:35 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-SFO San Francisco
21h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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3:55 pm - 9:00 amSFO  San Francisco-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
28h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,194Qatar Airways
Fri, Oct 16 - Sun, Oct 25
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3:35 am - 1:35 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-SFO San Francisco
22h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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8:47 am - 2:45 amSFO  San Francisco-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
29h 28m2 stops Los Angeles Doha Hamad Intl
$1,296Qatar Airways
Fri, Oct 16 - Sun, Oct 25
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12:50 am - 10:55 amCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-SFO San Francisco
22h 35m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
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12:25 pm - 11:25 pmSFO  San Francisco-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
22h 30m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
$1,477Cathay Pacific
Fri, Oct 16 - Sun, Oct 25
Cathay Pacific Logo
12:50 am - 10:55 amCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-SFO San Francisco
22h 35m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
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12:25 pm - 11:25 pmSFO  San Francisco-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
22h 30m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
$1,502Cathay Pacific
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Price, demand and travel trends for Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to San Francisco flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to San Francisco?

Round-trip flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to San Francisco start at $948. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $1,066 to $1,781. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $948 on Vietnam Airlines.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to San Francisco, it is 24% cheaper than the average day. Thursday is the most expensive day with flight prices 25% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to San Francisco at $916 round-trip.
•May ($1,781) and August ($1,573) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 94% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to San Francisco flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$500
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 9% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 19% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Colombo to San Francisco

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Colombo to San Francisco 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 San Francisco flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

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

    Flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to San Francisco usually depart from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB) and arrive at San Francisco (SFO).

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

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to San Francisco:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

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

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

    • Singapore Changi (SIN) - 32% of one-stop connections
    • Hong Kong Intl (HKG) - 29% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 22% of one-stop connections
    • New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL) - 6% of one-stop connections

    Singapore Changi (SIN) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to San Francisco route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 40%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $1,082 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $1,781: a $699 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What popular places can I visit in San Francisco?

    Some of the most popular sights in San Francisco are Fisherman's Wharf, Union Square and Moscone Center. These are among the most viewed places in San Francisco on KAYAK.

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

    A nonstop flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to San Francisco takes 0h 00m, covering 9,018 miles.

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

    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 are flight prices from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to San Francisco looking right now?

    One-way fares from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to San Francisco are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $664, which is 26% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 22h 04m, compared with 22h 18m via Singapore Changi (SIN) and 22h 39m via Hong Kong Intl (HKG).

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

    San Francisco is 12 hours behind Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (Pacific Time vs India Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at San Francisco Airport (SFO)?

    San Francisco Airport (SFO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $15 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Thrifty
    • Europcar
    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Fox

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

    Round-trip flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to San Francisco range from $1,066 to $1,781, with an average of $1,422 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,066 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to San Francisco flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Saturday flights average $1,082 - about $699 less than Thursday (39% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to San Francisco trip for February. Fares historically average $916 round-trip in that month - typically $865 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to San Francisco Airport.
    - Grand Hyatt At Sfo

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