Can I find cheaper flights to Colombo if I am willing to have stopovers?

Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Colombo on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

What is the best airline to fly to Colombo?

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, China Eastern is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Colombo.

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Colombo?

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Colombo. One-way flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl typically cost HK$701, while return flights cost around HK$2,650.

How much is a return flight to Colombo?

A return flight to Colombo will typically cost around HK$3,750, however they can be found for as little as HK$2,650.

Does Colombo Bandaranaike Intl have rental cars?

Yes. Those touching down at Colombo Bandaranaike Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Are there hotels close to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl?

Yes. Colombo Bandaranaike Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Bleu Pearl in Katunayake Srilanka is the closest property to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (0.0 km away from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl).

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Colombo?

The most popular airlines flying from Hong Kong to Colombo are Cathay Pacific and China Eastern.

How long is the flight to Colombo?

On average, a flight from Hong Kong to Colombo takes 5 hours 45 minutes. Flights to Colombo from other popular cities in Hong Kong will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

Weekly flight availability to Colombo

The most flights from Hong Kong to Colombo are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Colombo?

The cheapest airlines flying from Hong Kong to Colombo are China Eastern and Cathay Pacific.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Colombo ranges from 60.0 - 350.0 mm per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 350.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Colombo when rainfall is around 60.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Colombo, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, March is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 27.0 C).

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Explore the most affordable flight options available to Bandaranaike Intl Airport. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 9 September 2026.

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1 stop11h 45m

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1 stop12h 40m

Deal found 7-9HK$2,932

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Deal found 5-9HK$2,987

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1 stop31h 20m

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1 stop9h 55m

Deal found 8-9HK$2,995

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1 stop24h 45m

Deal found 5-9HK$3,003

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Deal found 5-9HK$3,027

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1 stop13h 50m

Deal found 5-9HK$3,042

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Fri 20-1109:35 -

1 stop11h 55m

Sun 29-1122:35 -

2 stops15h 25m

Deal found 6-9HK$3,074

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Return from	HK$2,932
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Cheapest in	May
Average price	HK$5,081
Good round-trip deal	HK$5,051 or less

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28h 35m total
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Fri 18-9

19:50-21:55

2 stops28h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31-12

00:00-02:30

Nonstop0h 00m

HK$1,709

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HKG Hong Kong Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

HKGCMB

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Tue 10-11

19:15-21:50

2 stops29h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31-12

00:00-02:30

Nonstop0h 00m

HK$1,780

Hong KongColombo

HKG Hong Kong Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

HKGCMB

Hong Kong Intl

Sun 1-11

18:15-20:45

1 stop29h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31-12

00:00-02:30

Nonstop0h 00m

HK$1,866

Hong KongColombo

HKG Hong Kong Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

HKGCMB

Hong Kong Intl

Thu 17-9

11:55-21:55

1 stop12h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31-12

00:00-02:30

Nonstop0h 00m

HK$1,905

Hong KongColombo

HKG Hong Kong Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

HKGCMB

Hong Kong Intl

Mon 21-9

19:50-21:50

1 stop28h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31-12

00:00-02:30

Nonstop0h 00m

HK$1,929

Hong KongColombo

HKG Hong Kong Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

HKGCMB

Hong Kong Intl

Mon 21-9

20:30-21:55

2 stops27h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31-12

00:00-02:30

Nonstop0h 00m

HK$2,023

Hong KongColombo

HKG Hong Kong Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

HKGCMB

Hong Kong Intl

Wed 13-1

20:20-09:25

2 stops15h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31-12

00:00-02:30

Nonstop0h 00m

HK$2,203

Hong KongColombo

HKG Hong Kong Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

HKGCMB

Hong Kong Intl

Tue 29-9

15:15-20:45

1 stop32h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31-12

00:00-02:30

Nonstop0h 00m

HK$2,368

Hong KongColombo

HKG Hong Kong Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

HKGCMB

Hong Kong Intl

Thu 12-11

14:30-00:40

2 stops36h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 15-11

01:55-17:25

1 stop13h 00m

HK$5,042

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Hong KongColombo

HKG Hong Kong Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

HKGCMB

Hong Kong Intl

Fri 16-10

20:35-23:30

Nonstop5h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 22-10

00:50-09:10

Nonstop5h 50m

HK$5,089

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To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Colombo, you should look to book at least 72 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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Anonymous,Jan 2026

HKG - CTS

I went to sleep without dinner, woke up about 4 hours before landing. I asked for breakfast, waited for an hour, nothing, I asked again, still nothing after 15 minutes. I then asked for coffee, when the coffee came after half an hour, it was cold. Crew manager apologised.

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HKG - CTS

China Eastern

7.3

Good

236 reviews

Cathay Pacific

7.6

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1,477 reviews

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FAQs about flying to Colombo

Can I find cheaper flights to Colombo if I am willing to have stopovers?
Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Colombo on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.
What is the best airline to fly to Colombo?
Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, China Eastern is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Colombo.
What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Colombo?
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Colombo. One-way flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl typically cost HK$701, while return flights cost around HK$2,650.
How much is a return flight to Colombo?
A return flight to Colombo will typically cost around HK$3,750, however they can be found for as little as HK$2,650.
Does Colombo Bandaranaike Intl have rental cars?
Yes. Those touching down at Colombo Bandaranaike Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.
Are there hotels close to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl?
Yes. Colombo Bandaranaike Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Bleu Pearl in Katunayake Srilanka is the closest property to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (0.0 km away from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl).

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To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Colombo, you should look to book at least 72 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Colombo?

The cheapest airlines flying from Hong Kong to Colombo are China Eastern and Cathay Pacific.

Weekly flight availability to Colombo

The most flights from Hong Kong to Colombo are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

Rainfall in Colombo by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Colombo ranges from 60.0 - 350.0 mm per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 350.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Colombo when rainfall is around 60.0 mm.

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On average, a flight from Hong Kong to Colombo takes 5 hours 45 minutes. Flights to Colombo from other popular cities in Hong Kong will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

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