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Cheapest round-trip
$1,214
Typical prices: $1,298-$1,802
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Sat 11/3Sat 11/10
IAH - CMB • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$666
Typical prices: $824-$958
Multiple Airlines
Mon 1/15
IAH - CMB • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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25 weeks
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 25 weeks in advance save around 40% compared to booking last minute.
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August
Cheapest • 20% price drop
July
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Istanbul (IST)
Cheapest • Avg $1,526 (round-trip)
Doha Hamad Intl (DOH)
Shortest trip • 22h 49m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from George Bush Intcntl to Colombo (IAH-CMB)

 

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Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10
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3:50 pm - 12:35 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
33h 15m1 stop London Heathrow
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12:55 pm - 2:05 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
36h 40m1 stop London Heathrow
$1,214Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10
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12:08 pm - 8:15 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
44h 37m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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4:05 pm - 4:26 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
35h 51m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,254Etihad Airways
Tue, Oct 20 - Thu, Nov 5
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11:27 am - 3:00 amIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
53h 03m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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9:35 pm - 4:26 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
30h 21m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,254Etihad Airways
Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10
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7:00 pm - 3:55 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
33h 25m1 stop Dubai Intl
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11:15 am - 4:40 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
40h 55m2 stops Male Dubai Intl
$1,255Emirates
Thu, Oct 22 - Mon, Nov 2
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6:15 pm - 2:05 amIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
21h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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7:30 pm - 3:15 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
31h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,272Qatar Airways
Thu, Oct 22 - Mon, Nov 2
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6:15 pm - 3:05 amIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
22h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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4:15 am - 3:15 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
22h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,272Qatar Airways
Tue, Jan 19 - Tue, Feb 16
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7:00 pm - 6:25 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
35h 55m2 stops Dubai Intl Male
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8:15 pm - 4:40 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
31h 55m2 stops Male Dubai Intl
$1,295Emirates
Tue, Jan 19 - Tue, Feb 16
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7:00 pm - 6:25 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
35h 55m2 stops Dubai Intl Male
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9:55 am - 4:40 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
42h 15m1 stop Dubai Intl
$1,295Emirates
Tue, Nov 10 - Mon, Dec 28
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9:00 pm - 7:45 amIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
23h 15m1 stop Istanbul
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7:30 am - 7:05 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
23h 05m1 stop Istanbul
$1,310Turkish Airlines
Sun, Nov 15 - Thu, Nov 26
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9:00 pm - 5:55 amIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
21h 25m1 stop Istanbul
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7:30 am - 7:05 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
23h 05m1 stop Istanbul
$1,365Turkish Airlines

Price, demand and travel trends for Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. It’s 11% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 9% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

•August is the cheapest month to fly from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport at $1,226 round-trip.
•December ($1,792) and June ($1,720) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 46% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport are cheapest 25 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 40% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$666
Beat the crowds with an average 86% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 201% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

When to book flights from George Bush Intcntl to Colombo

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Your Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport 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 Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport takes 00m, covering 9,842 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport 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 Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport range from $1,298 to $1,802, with an average of $1,534 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,298 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 17% above the $1,534 route average. Book 25 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport 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 $1,214 to $10,207. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,926, which is 117% 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
    • Xdrive Mobility
    • Ace
    • AcaRent
    • SR RENT A CAR

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport usually depart from Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) and arrive at Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 52% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) - 4% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 19% on flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,366 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,686, a difference of $320.

    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 Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Flying via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 22h 49m, compared with 23h 40m via Istanbul (IST) and 26h 41m via Dubai Intl (DXB).

  • What is the time difference between Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is 10 hours ahead of Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport (India Time vs Central 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 Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport 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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $1,366, about $320 less than Sunday fares (19% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 25 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 40% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport trip for August. Fares historically average $1,226 round-trip in that month - typically $566 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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