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Cheapest round-trip
$1,082
Typical prices: $1,273-$1,793
Etihad Airways
Sat 9/29Mon 11/5
IAH - CMB • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$594
Typical prices: $824-$1,099
Multiple Airlines
Sat 11/17
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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October
Cheapest • 22% price drop
July
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Istanbul (IST)
Cheapest • Avg $1,495 (round-trip)
Doha Hamad Intl (DOH)
Shortest trip • 22h 32m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from George Bush Intcntl to Colombo (IAH-CMB)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from George Bush Intcntl to Colombo

Tue, Sep 29 - Thu, Nov 5
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11:48 am - 3:00 amIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
28h 42m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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9:55 am - 4:15 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
41h 50m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,082Etihad Airways
Tue, Sep 29 - Wed, Nov 4
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11:48 am - 3:00 amIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
28h 42m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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9:35 pm - 4:15 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
30h 10m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,082Etihad Airways
Mon, Sep 28 - Fri, Oct 30
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11:48 am - 3:00 amIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
28h 42m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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4:05 pm - 4:28 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
34h 53m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,113Etihad Airways
Tue, Sep 29 - Tue, Nov 3
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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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3:25 am - 3:15 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
23h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,237Qatar Airways
Sun, Nov 29 - Thu, Dec 24
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5:35 pm - 2:45 amIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
21h 40m1 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
$1,237Qatar Airways
Tue, Sep 29 - Thu, Nov 5
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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
$1,239Qatar Airways
Tue, Sep 29 - Thu, Nov 5
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7:35 pm - 4:35 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
34h 30m1 stop Dubai Intl
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8:15 pm - 4:20 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
31h 35m2 stops Male Dubai Intl
$1,266Emirates
Tue, Sep 29 - Wed, Nov 4
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7:35 pm - 6:30 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
36h 25m2 stops Dubai Intl Male
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11:00 pm - 4:20 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
28h 50m1 stop Dubai Intl
$1,266Emirates
Sat, Jan 2 - Sun, Jan 17
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2:55 pm - 5:55 amIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
27h 30m1 stop Istanbul
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7:25 am - 7:05 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
23h 10m1 stop Istanbul
$1,423Turkish Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Dec 14
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2:55 pm - 5:55 amIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
27h 30m1 stop Istanbul
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7:25 am - 1:10 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
41h 15m1 stop Istanbul
$1,438Turkish Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Round-trip flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport start at $1,082. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $1,273 to $1,793. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,082 on Etihad Airways.

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

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, it is 13% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 11% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • October is the cheapest month to fly from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport at $1,186 round-trip.
  • December ($1,818) and June ($1,720) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 53% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices 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

$594
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 22% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 8% increase in price.
Flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

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Your Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport 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 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).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

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

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • 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) - 53% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) - 27% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) - 1% of one-stop connections

    Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 22% on the Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,327 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,686, a difference of $359. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

    Some of the most popular sights in Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport are Pettah Market, Jami Ul Alfar Mosque and Fort Railway Station. These are among the most viewed places in Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport on KAYAK.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 19% above the route average of $1,515. Book 25 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • 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 0h 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.

  • 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 $1,082 to $9,156. 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 $2,460, which is 173% above the typical average for this route.

  • 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 32m, compared with 23h 24m via Istanbul (IST) and 26h 39m 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 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

  • 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 $1,273 to $1,793, with an average of $1,515 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,273 counts as a good deal.

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 can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $1,327 - about $359 less than Sunday (21% 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 October. Fares historically average $1,186 round-trip in that month - typically $632 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

Everything you need to know for your flight from George Bush Intcntl to Colombo

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Houston George Bush Airport (IAH)
Bandaranaike Intl (CMB)