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Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Colombo

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Colombo that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Los Angeles to Colombo

KAYAK's recommended round-trip deals from the most popular airlines that fly from Los Angeles to Colombo.
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China Eastern Logo
12:30 pm - 7:00 pmLAX-CMB
42h 00m1 stop
China Eastern Logo
8:30 pm - 10:05 amCMB-LAX
26h 05m1 stop
$747China Eastern
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Sun, May 11 - Tue, May 20
China Eastern Logo
12:30 pm - 7:00 pmLAX-CMB
42h 00m1 stop
China Eastern Logo
8:30 pm - 10:05 amCMB-LAX
26h 05m1 stop
$762China Eastern
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Tue, May 13 - Tue, May 20
Singapore Airlines Logo
11:40 pm - 11:35 pmLAX-CMB
35h 25m1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
11:05 am - 8:55 pmCMB-LAX
22h 20m1 stop
$833Singapore Airlines
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Wed, Oct 15 - Tue, Oct 28
Singapore Airlines Logo
11:40 pm - 11:35 pmLAX-CMB
35h 25m1 stop
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11:05 am - 8:55 pmCMB-LAX
22h 20m1 stop
$839Singapore Airlines
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Wed, Oct 15 - Tue, Oct 28
Cathay Pacific Logo
12:30 am - 11:50 pmLAX-CMB
34h 50m1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
1:10 am - 4:25 pmCMB-LAX
27h 45m1 stop
$932Cathay Pacific
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Sat, May 10 - Mon, May 19
Cathay Pacific Logo
12:25 pm - 11:30 pmLAX-CMB
22h 35m1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
12:50 am - 10:45 amCMB-LAX
22h 25m1 stop
$964Cathay Pacific
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Thu, Sep 18 - Fri, Sep 26
Qatar Airways Logo
4:20 pm - 3:05 amLAX-CMB
22h 15m1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
7:15 pm - 12:50 pmCMB-LAX
31h 05m1 stop
$968Qatar Airways
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Wed, Oct 1 - Tue, Dec 16
Turkish Airlines Logo
12:10 am - 5:15 amLAX-CMB
40h 35m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
7:25 am - 11:05 amCMB-LAX
41h 10m1 stop
$969Turkish Airlines
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Mon, Sep 15 - Wed, Nov 19
Qatar Airways Logo
4:20 pm - 3:05 amLAX-CMB
22h 15m1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
10:30 am - 2:00 pmCMB-LAX
40h 00m1 stop
$970Qatar Airways
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Thu, Aug 28 - Tue, Sep 9
Turkish Airlines Logo
1:40 pm - 5:15 amLAX-CMB
27h 05m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
10:15 pm - 11:45 amCMB-LAX
26h 00m1 stop
$974Turkish Airlines
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Sun, Sep 28 - Fri, Oct 24
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Los Angeles to Colombo flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Los Angeles to Colombo to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to Colombo?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Colombo on a Monday and more expensive on a Saturday. On your return trip to Los Angeles, you should consider flying back on a Friday, and avoid Thursdays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Los Angeles to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is March, where tickets cost $1,011 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,842 and $1,577 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Los Angeles to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Los Angeles to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, you should book around 2 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 26 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonNovember
High seasonDecember
Cheapest flight$553
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 6% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 40% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Los Angeles to Colombo

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Los Angeles to Colombo based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Los Angeles to Colombo flights

  • Which airlines offer eco-friendly flights from Los Angeles to Colombo?

    Each passenger on a flight to Colombo from Los Angeles emits about 8,488 kg of CO2. ANA, SriLankan Airlines, Korean Air, Singapore Airlines, Air Canada, and British Airways operate some of the most eco-friendly flights to Colombo from Los Angeles. These airlines operate one-stop and two-stop flights from LAX to CMB and emit about 37%, 37%, 31%, 31%, 30%, and 29% less carbon respectively.

  • What are the stopover options for flights from Los Angeles to Colombo?

    The stopover options for flights to Colombo from Los Angeles vary depending on your airline. If you're flying with Sri Lankan Airlines or ANA, expect at least a single stop in Tokyo Narita (NRT). Singapore Airlines and Korean Air offer flights from LAX to CMB with layovers in Singapore Changi (SIN) and Incheon respectively. Passengers flying with Air Canada should expect stops in Montreal (YUL) and London Heathrow (LHR).

  • How can I get to the city center from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport?

    Colombo Express buses run frequently from the airport to the city center. The buses depart the airport every 30 minutes and take around one hour to complete the trip to the city center. They operate from 5:30 am to 8:30 pm and have stops in Colombo Fort Station, Pettah Fort, and Central Bus Station. For faster transit, use Airport Transfer and Taxis which take about 30 to 45 minutes to complete the trip. The taxis run 24/7.

  • How can I access the lounges at Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport?

    Lotus First Class Lounge is next to Gates 7 and 6 on the First Floor of the Departures Terminal. The Lounge remains open 24 hours and admits passengers on lounge membership programs. Palm Strip Lounge is on the First Floor Airside of the International Departures and operates 24/7. The lounge offers alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, newspapers, Wi-Fi, and Wi-Fi. You can access it through lounge membership programs or by buying a lounge pass.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Los Angeles to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Los Angeles to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport was $553 for a one-way ticket and $747 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Los Angeles and Colombo?

    A passport is required to fly from Los Angeles to Colombo.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Los Angeles to Colombo?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Los Angeles to Colombo?

    oneworld, Star Alliance, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Los Angeles and Colombo, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • What is the most popular layover when flying to Colombo from Los Angeles?

    Doha is the most popular layover city among KAYAK users traveling from Los Angeles to Colombo.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Los Angeles to Colombo, Singapore Airlines or Cathay Pacific?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Los Angeles to Colombo are Singapore Airlines and Cathay Pacific. With an average price for the route of $1,271 and an overall rating of 8.1, Singapore Airlines is the most popular choice. Cathay Pacific is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,136 and an overall rating of 7.5.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Los Angeles to Colombo?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Los Angeles to Colombo.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Los Angeles to Colombo?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Colombo from Los Angeles is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Los Angeles to Colombo?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Colombo with an airline and back to Los Angeles with another airline. Booking your flights between Los Angeles and CMB can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Los Angeles to Colombo?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Colombo from Los Angeles up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Los Angeles to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

  • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is a hub for international flights. The airport has nine terminals, Tom Bradley International Terminal (TBIT) and Terminals 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8. An Airside walkway links Terminals 4 to 8. The airport also runs Landslide shuttle buses that connect all the terminals.
  • Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) hosts several currency exchange agencies. Passengers who need foreign currency exchange services can visit the exchange counters in the Transit Area, Departures Hall, and Arrival Hall of the International Terminal.
  • LAX has nursing rooms. The rooms are near Gate 13 in Terminal 1, by Gates 23 and 21B in Terminal 2, near Gate 33 in Terminal 3, and next to Sunglass Hut in Terminal 4. Other rooms are near Terminal 5’s food court, by Gate 64B in Terminal 6, and near Gate 150 in TBIT.
  • If you need a place near CMB ideal for an overnight stay, then consider Ramada by Wyndham Katunayake Colombo International Airport. The hotel is 4.35 miles from the airport and offers shuttles to transport travelers from the airport.
  • Los Angeles Airport runs LAX PUPS. This is a therapy-dog program that provides a less stressful environment in the airport. Passengers who need this service should look for the handlers in red vests.

Top 5 airlines serving from Los Angeles to Colombo

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Los Angeles to Colombo. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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Singapore AirlinesOverall score based on 1292 reviews
7.9Comfort
8.2Boarding
8.0Entertainment
7.7Food
8.6Crew
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Very good flight from Boarding to landing -efficient and comfortable with decent entertainment options

10.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Mar 2025LAX - NRT
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Very good flight from Boarding to landing -efficient and comfortable with decent entertainment options

Construction at PDX resulting in very lung walk from the rental car to the gate. SFO, extremely long walk between terminals to get to connecting Singapore airlines flight. My smart watch recorded a total of 3 miles.

The seat in economy class and legroom in Singapore airline are narrower than Korean airlines! I don’t have that comforting feeling flying with Singapore air as in the past!

Crew and service was excellent, but passengers should be offered a welcome drink before take off which did not happen. Food was very good. Unfortunately the lie-flat bed in business class was one of the most uncomfortable I have experienced. The configuration forces you to sleep with your legs at an angle instead of in a straight line, plus there is very little padding on the bed so it wasn't possible to sleep for more than 2-3 hours on an 18 hour flight. For what the airlines charges for a business class ticket their hard product leaves a lot to be desired.

Everything was great keep up the good work 😁, can't ask for more.

Flight from SFO did not include entertainment as it was not working the entire duration of the flight. Was informed that there would be a $350 voucher for the inconvenience. Uncertain how the voucher will be provided.

It was an average flight. I would have expected more from this airline. Food, seats, service, etc was just average. I just give them some extra points for offering free WiFi on board with just a Krisflyer account.

The food options and quality could use some more excitement and variety.

Great airline. Excellent service, good food & lots of TV movies/shows to choose from.

Overall, very good. The food was better than expected with the exception of the pork and potatoes dinner at the end of the flight. My family all selected that dish and did not set it. I tried a bite also and it was honestly terrible. Also, it would be helpful to know when the snacks in the back of the plane are available.

Special request meals are really below average. Vegetarian options are very limited if you didn't prebook.

I've stomach problems after 2 hours of flight, Iris, the flight purser not only did her best to make me feel comfortable, she went above and beyond providing pain relievers medicines and ointment. She look and found a doctor passenger on the flight to provide advise. She even report on ground staffs about my condition and provide wheelchair upon arrival. Kudos to her and Cathay Pacific!

So so, crew was overly professional and lacks human touch. Equipment is very old, especially the HKG-PVG CX366 flight. That plane along with its decor must have twenty years of history, or at least I had that impression.

Worst experience I have ever had with any airline in over 25 years.

Crew was great. But a bit understaffed. The business class seat, etc were dated. But comfortable. Some legs had entertainment system from a decade ago. Selections were rather poor. Food was mediocre at best. Actually poor for business class standards. I liked the lounge in Hong Kong. Showers were great. Food was nice.

Everything was fine and I have no complaints or things to note.

The flight was delayed for 30 mins. The overall experience was good.

Highly impressive. On time. Smooth and fast boarding and disembarkment. Really great service

Overall, it was ok. However, the food was very sub-par.

The economy seats are much indeed roomier. Meals needs improvement.

This trip was the most comfortable one I have ever experienced, the team was excellent and very helpful. I am so glad I picked Qatar Airways.

All the crew members were too slow and rude. Most of the times the registers were empty, while hundreds of customers were waiting in line, and it was impossible to get a supervisor. Despite being in line on time, I missed my freight, plus a some customers who were ahead and behind me.

Well organized boarding, efficient and on time. Nice crew on the plane. Thank you!

The Qatar Airways staff pre-boarding and also on the flight from Dallas to Doha were incredibly mediocre and arrogant. Consider retraining these individuals Other flights were ok.

My experience with Qatar airway was very unsatisfactory. They lost my child’s stroller and I was told they found it and will send it to the hotel which was a lie. I had to go back to the airport baggage claim and pick up myself after trying to contact them many times!. There was a lack professional and communication. I am very disappointed in Qatar airway and will not be recommending them to friends and family nor will I be flying with them in the future.

Worst air experience in whole life . Boarding and checking was hassle as they did 3 times. Crew team was clueless about passengers need. Despite of passengers raising hand , they were resetting the program

The food is not good and also if you ask crew to bring something they say ok I will bring but you will never get it. Please they should listen good to passengers

No difference between US airline and Qatar. Both cramp as many people. The airline seems to change planes without notice choice is seating when making reservations online doesn’t match the plane a passenger is on. Especially paying extra. Nothing special No different than US carriers.

Did not like anything. Seats were crammed, leg space was minimal and food was terrible. This was the first time traveling overseas in American Airlines and was the worst experience ever. Have learned a lesson to never travel in American Airlines.

Delayed my flights and no communication. We end up spending 6 hrs in Doha. No food or any concern from the airline. Terrible

Very punctual, the onboard staff was friendly and correct, the flight was fortunately very calm, the toilets were clean, in short, an excellent experience Thanks

Ordered Vegan meal - it was ok, but not exceptional. Seat ok row 39 middle section aisle. Nearly full flight - crew was busy but they did the best they could. There was a USB A port at the seat. I listened to my own music and only looked at flight information. One nice thing was the connection information was made available in the screen.

Very nice and friendly crew. Boarding system can be improved.

The Etickets had been changed (Why?) without notice ; Hence, that caused troubles when checking in. Not until I contacted my ticket agent and was given correct Etickets could I then check in.

Cleanliness of seats, trays, storage pockets need more attention, but everything else was good.

A great airline, no complaints at all. My experience with Cheap Tickets was very disappointing however. Two hours after purchasing the flight they called to tell me that the ticket price had gone up. I’ve never heard of such a thing. That is called false advertising; I will never use this ticketing service again and will warn all friends to never use it.

One of the worst check in process at the DIA as well as the boarding counter Changed seat at the last minute and assigned middle seat while I paid for window seat. Requested many times but to no avail . horrible customer service and very poor process Requesting refund for seat that was changed last minute

Good overall flight. Excellent crew. Food options could be improved.

Vegan food tasted good. Restroom could be kept cleaner. Seat tray table was a bit tilted so food tray kept sliding down a bit. Flight crew can be a little more friendly, caring and approachable. Their faces lacked smiles and tone was stern.

Flight was delayed then we had to redirect for medical emergency during which time we had no information on what is the plan. The connecting flight was also delayed.

Super surprised with the entire experience. Business class is incredible. Flight attendants around the world could learn customer service from these people. Simply fabulous experience all the way around.

Pillow and blanket are dirty. My son got multiple bites during the flight

Flight was on time. My group paid for seat’s so that us four can be seated next to each other. We all got separated. We all got middle seats, which made it more difficult to be able to get up and stretch or use the restroom. We tried talking to the employees at China Eastern and they were of no help. We will not be taking this flight or recommend this route to others in the future. Also I will be contacting customer service on how I can get our money back for paying for assigned seats.

China eastern was fantastic. I had read so many bad reviews that had made me nervous. However, I found that the flight attendant’s, and customer service check in etc. etc. was excellent. I had no problems. I would fly with them again!

Excellent! I had read some negative reviews but I found out that it was not all was not true! The staff was courteous and helpful. The flight take off and landing was nice & easy. The food was good! I asked for a second and I got it easily and without an attitude! All was wonderful!

Excellent experience however older aeroplanes used by China Eastern Airlines.

The crew were excellent, service amazing, blankets and pillow good, cabin temperature perfect, the flight on time, food was unusual selection however plentiful, price for tickets unbeatable through Kayak. Older aeroplanes used by China Eastern was the only down side.

Delay in off-boarding due to customs at SFO... pilot announcement should have come earlier so passengers don't clog aisles.

Better good than most, if not all European airlines. If you’re stuck in an economy seat anyways, China Eastern is a good choice because of shorter flight time, being able to overfly Russia

The temperature of the plane cabin is too hot. Sweat and uncomfortable. Also my food tray was broken down drinks fall off

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