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Cheapest round-trip
$958
Typical prices: $1,082-$728
China Eastern
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LAX - CMB • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$459
Typical prices: $357-$594
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Thu 9/10
LAX - CMB • 1 stop
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Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Colombo (LAX-CMB)

 
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.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Los Angeles to Colombo

Tue, Sep 1 - Sat, Sep 12
China Eastern Logo
12:30 pm - 9:10 pm
LAX
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CMB
44h 10m
2 stops
China Eastern Logo
10:10 pm - 10:05 am
CMB
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LAX
48h 25m
3 stops
$958China Eastern
Mon, Aug 24 - Tue, Oct 20
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1:25 pm - 6:55 am
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CMB
29h 00m
1 stop
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6:50 am - 6:15 pm
CMB
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LAX
23h 55m
1 stop
$991Turkish Airlines
Tue, Aug 18 - Tue, Sep 1
China Eastern Logo
12:30 pm - 7:00 pm
LAX
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CMB
42h 00m
1 stop
China Eastern Logo
8:30 pm - 10:05 am
CMB
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LAX
26h 05m
1 stop
$1,004China Eastern
Tue, Aug 18 - Tue, Sep 1
China Eastern Logo
12:30 pm - 7:00 pm
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CMB
42h 00m
1 stop
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8:30 pm - 10:05 am
CMB
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LAX
26h 05m
1 stop
$1,007China Eastern
Mon, Aug 31 - Mon, Nov 2
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12:30 pm - 7:00 pm
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CMB
42h 00m
1 stop
China Eastern Logo
8:20 pm - 9:05 am
CMB
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LAX
26h 15m
1 stop
$1,008China Eastern
Tue, Aug 18 - Tue, Sep 1
China Eastern Logo
12:30 pm - 7:00 pm
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CMB
42h 00m
1 stop
China Eastern Logo
10:10 pm - 10:05 am
CMB
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LAX
48h 25m
3 stops
$1,012China Eastern
Sun, Aug 23 - Tue, Sep 8
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12:05 am - 11:35 pm
LAX
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CMB
35h 00m
1 stop
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12:50 am - 7:40 pm
CMB
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LAX
31h 20m
1 stop
$1,013Singapore Airlines
Tue, Aug 18 - Tue, Sep 1
China Eastern Logo
12:30 pm - 7:00 pm
LAX
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CMB
42h 00m
1 stop
China Eastern Logo
10:10 pm - 10:05 am
CMB
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LAX
48h 25m
3 stops
$1,015China Eastern
Tue, Aug 18 - Tue, Sep 1
China Eastern Logo
12:30 pm - 9:10 pm
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CMB
44h 10m
2 stops
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10:10 pm - 10:05 am
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LAX
48h 25m
3 stops
$1,022China Eastern
Sun, Aug 23 - Wed, Sep 9
Singapore Airlines Logo
12:05 am - 11:35 pm
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CMB
35h 00m
1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
11:45 am - 12:50 pm
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LAX
37h 35m
2 stops
$1,025Singapore Airlines
Booking Insights

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.

How much is a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Los Angeles to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport departing in September.

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 August, where tickets cost $883 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,605 and $1,295 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 5 weeks before departure, which saves you about 4% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 23 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonFebruary
Cheapest flight$459
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 11% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 16% 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 $459 for a one-way ticket and $988 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?

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

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

    Singapore 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 Emirates?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Los Angeles to Colombo are Singapore Airlines and Emirates. With an average price for the route of $1,110 and an overall rating of 8.2, Singapore Airlines is the most popular choice. Emirates is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,747 and an overall rating of 8.1.

  • 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.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Los Angeles to Colombo

 
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Food was terrible , uncomfortable seats, WiFi did not work, will never fly Singapore again.

2.0 MediocreAnonymous, May 2026
LAX - NRT
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Food was terrible , uncomfortable seats, WiFi did not work, will never fly Singapore again.

Never book through Kayak. They can offload booking to third parties that are completely horrible.

Kayak really screwed up by offloading the booking to a third party. They were completely inept and caused a bunch of toil. I will never use Kayak again.

I had ordered vegetarian food. What I was presented was extremely dissatisfying and not up to the mark. I pretty much did not eat entire 19 hours. For.an airline voted as best in business, it was extremely disappointing. Seats were not comfortable to sleep. Entertainment system didn’t have much choice. WiFi didn’t work for more than half the time. Cabin crew were also difficult to understand. A bit of diversity like Emirates crew would go a long way.

A little more room from the reclining seat in the front of me.

They ran out of the second choice of food was stuck with fish

I find it was a bit hot before take off. If there is a way to improve the airflow it would be great

No frills airline with minimal leg room and no entertainment

I wish there was a little more leg room between the seats. The recline was good and seats overall were comfortable. I also didn’t like the 2-4-2 configuration.

The flight arrived on time. 2×2 seating meant no one needed to sit in the middle. This was a connectibf flight from Singapore and required going to 3 counters in different levels to check a golf bag

Later on, when there was no more bottled water, the water we received had a strong chlorine/disinfectant odor. On my flight from Hong Kong to Los Angeles, there was a male flight attendant who had a mean attitude throughout the whole trip, and he was very impatient during meal service “Furthermore, we purchased a Hong Kong SIM card as part of our flight package, but we received no instructions—neither by email nor SMS—on how to activate or use it. Consequently, we were unable to use the service at all. We request a full refund, as this appears to be a deceptive charge

I spent 45 minutes with supervisor trying to get 2 bags checked for this international flight . He wouldn’t give it to me because West Jet was involved in this booking.

The crew and the food were excellent. The plane was kept quite clean.

Crew were not engaging. Only engaged if requested. Food taste was mediocre

I booked wheel chair for my mother but she was told to walk by herself in the middle of her way to the gate. She had to board a connecting flight under a time crunch and this was unfair to leave her to walk. Other than that they had no complains about anything else.

More tasty food particularly ethnic food. Staff didn’t respond to calls some of the time in premium economy.

My seat had many issues. First the chair was broken where reclining was difficult. My usb plug was also broken so charging was impossible.

The flight from Hong Kong to Hyderabad didn’t have any power points to charge my mobile. Given we are no longer allowed to use power banks, giving customers the ability to charge even on short flights is critical part of the overall experience.

when i ask for help all the crew members had a look like why are you calling me? very terse and rude.

Good service and food. However, we paid over $400 for aisle seats for my disabled husband and me, and we were given window and middle seats. This was dangerous for our health condition on such a long flight. We needed to stand up and walk around frequently, but we were stuck in our seats. Please give us a refund of our seat payment since you chose not to honor our request.

Extremely uncomfortable seats with very little cushioning, unable to recline enough to sleep comfortably on this 13 hour overnight flight. My body was in pain by the end.

When we checked in at the Siem Reap Airport in Cambodia, we were only given three boarding passes and told that we would have to check in with American when we arrived in Boston. This was a source of stress for us. After we landed in Boston, we had a long passage from Terminal E to Terminal B (American Airline ticketing counter). Because the electronic ticketing kiosks for check-in would not recognize our Confirmation Code, we had to wait for an hour in a long line where only two AA reps were taking care of Special Services passengers. In many years of both business and recreational travel, I have never had this experience. I would expect more from AA being in partnership with other airlines to do a better job with this.

Our experience on the Doha to Hyderabad segment was extremely stressful due to prolonged delays and a lack of clear communication from the airline. We were traveling as a family, including children, and the uncertainty around timing and next steps caused significant distress. There was very little proactive information provided during the delay, and we were not given clear written explanations about what was happening or how long it might take. This made it difficult to manage the situation, especially while caring for children in a transit environment. In addition, one member of our party was ultimately unable to continue travel, which added to the emotional strain and disruption of the trip. Overall, the experience highlighted gaps in communication, customer care, and handling of unexpected situations. We are sharing this feedback so that future passengers, especially families, are supported with clearer communication and better assistance during irregular operations.

The seat cushions are absolutely lacking, not sure if they know the passengers are traveling for 14 hours straight, but the padding made our back and butt ache like crazy. The entertainment console had its own problems, either the headphone jack wasn't working or the power outlet via usb or ac outlet was not working. Not to mention the seat handles were not adjustable in some planes in the middle or on the aisle. Qatar/Indigo may be operating a very old fleet of planes to make as much profit as possible, but passengers may not be following them for long, should this treatment of its customers continue. Qatar/Indigo, wake up and do it right by your customers, or they may not be your customers anymore.

It would help id flight crew were not rude and showed some courtesy. They were shouting at passengers and yelling instructions as if we were school children at lunch cafeteria!!

All good. Over four hours flight if provided snacks like Qatar Airways would be better

Lobster starter in business class was not good, tough, served cold, and without butter. Movie selection was missing latest releases, did not offer older classic, high quality movies

Food was absolutely pathetic. I wasted so much food which I thought was inedible. I also loathe the inflight entertainment system which has very little content

My entire row did not have power for the full duration of a 14.5 hour flight. Could not charge any devices such as laptop or phones for the entirety of the long flight. The flight attendants tried to remedy the issue by resetting the power, but were not successful. The only other solution provided was to move me to another seat on the plane which was in the middle row. I had paid for a “preferred” seat that was a window seat. This was a downgrade being offered due to the power issue.

Nothing to complain. The staff and flight was good especially the seats which was better compared than the cloth ones on Qatar airways

Seats were very tight with poor legroom - and I am average height. During the 12 hour flight, tiny paper cups of drinks we're only offered during the super and breakfast services, with the crew nowhere to be seen in between. One of the bathrooms was out of order, leading to long lines waiting to use the remaining two available to the economy class passengers.

short flight but we still got a very nice lunch and the crew did an excellent job in taking care of us

For that price on Business class, I expected to have the pod seats. These were configured as 2/3/2 and my seat mate talked half the flight with a friend across the isle, loudly. Very uncouth.

The ground crew members at check in counter were courteous. The boarding was seamless. Flight departed as scheduled. Service on board was great

Very comfortable in business class. Excellent service. Good food. Smooth trip.

The seats seems abit small and the reclining is too much, the seat in front of me came back too much and made it uncomfortable for me.

As a first time flyer with Turkish Airlines. My experience was very good due to the factor that there were to many passengers on the my first flight compared to my connecting flight. However, I know that nothing is perfect and all companies are trying to accommodate their passengers to the best way possible. I will always say, a FEW INCHES will go LONG WAY. That's something all airliners should consider, and not only the money aspect!!! A long time commitment is better than one time service! Thank you

Flight was delayed. While standing at the gate, a note appeared on the sign saying the gate had changed to a gate far away. No member of the Turkish airlines team got on the microphone to instruct passengers to go to the other gate, to ignore the chiron, etc. Finally, the message disappeared. Eventually, the flight began to board. Very slowly. More slowly than I experience with other airlines. Though Istanbul may just be slow . . . In all other ways, great flight, great entertainment (top notch movies), great service, excellent food, comfortable lie-flat seat, dimmed lights, etc.

Staff at the airport wasn't helpful or friendly. Probably the worst airport experience I have ever had, going and coming. The staff on the plane was better. Still not super friendly or personable. However, they were not rude like airport staff. They ran out of certain menu items. Maybe could have been prepared better? Overall just ok.

It was a pleasant experience. In flight entertainment could have been better

The flight was delayed. The staff made us wait in the room that is too small and it was crowded and with no seats available for waiting. They did not tell us why the delay occurred.

While boarding at PVG, there was a ticket checking at the gate, then there was another ticket checking at the bottom of the escalator, which created quite a dangerous congestion. Not sure which idiot made this absolutely unnecessary arrangement.

While boarding at PVG, there was a ticket checking by the gate, then there was another ticket checking right at the bottom of the escalator, which created quite a dangerous congestion. Don't understand why the duplication?

I was traveling alone with an infant, so the crew was incredibly helpful. Both the international and subsequent domestic flights were impeccable.

Plane was good. But food was bad and air host was so rude. I will never fly with China Eastern again

The flight was delayed by 2 hours, although to their credit they delayed my connecting flight so people could reach it. Also their site is a nightmare to navigate on a phone. Everything else was good.

The ticket was last minute buy so no concerns about the pricing this time, but the crew in general could have been more accommodating, helpful.

CTU-KMG-CNX with 1.5 hr connection at KMG. Doable but just barely bc immigration exit from China is at the last flight leg, here: KMG to CNX. We hauled out of the domestic terminal to reenter at the international departures (luggage checked thru to CNX thankfully). Immigration had only two agents, even though KMG gets a HUGE number of foreigners. It took forever for such a shot line. Then security also took a while, so I just just made the connection. Recommend if you exit China with domestic international transfer, plan for 2+ hrs to avoid a heart attack. Airline personnel don’t suffer if you miss the flight, you do. Plan accordingly.

China Eastern as a member of Sky Alliance airlines should have the same standards overall of their partners, Besides the seats comforts everything else is bellow the standard for a business class travelers. A BIG ISSUE FOR NON-CHINESE PASSENGERS IS THE ABILITY TO CHECK IN ONLINE, by making so difficult or almost impossible there is no chance to get a seat assignment ahead of time then go to the airport and get what is left. THIS IS NOT a SKY TEAM modality.

China Eastern as a member of Sky Alliance airlines should have the same standards overall of their partners, Besides the seats comforts everything else is bellow the standard for a business class travelers.

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