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$509 Find Cheap Flights from Colombo to New York John F Kennedy Airport

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Colombo to John F Kennedy Intl departing on 5/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheapest round-trip
$879
Overall average: $1,186
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Tue 1/20Tue 1/27
CMB - JFK • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$509
Typical prices: $490-$638
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Tue 5/5
CMB - JFK • 3 stops
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October
Cheapest • 16% price drop
January
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Cheap Flights from Colombo to John F Kennedy Intl (CMB-JFK)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Colombo to John F Kennedy Intl 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 Colombo to John F Kennedy Intl

Tue, Jan 20 - Tue, Jan 27
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6:40 pm - 1:05 pm
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28h 55m2 stops
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9:00 pm - 6:25 pm
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CMB
34h 55m3 stops
$879Multiple Airlines
Tue, May 5 - Thu, May 14
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6:25 pm - 8:05 pm
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35h 10m2 stops
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9:50 pm - 8:35 am
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CMB
25h 15m2 stops
$899Multiple Airlines
Sat, Feb 28 - Mon, Mar 9
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4:55 pm - 9:10 am
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26h 45m2 stops
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11:05 am - 3:00 pm
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18h 25m1 stop
$901Multiple Airlines
Sat, Feb 28 - Sun, Mar 8
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4:55 pm - 9:10 am
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26h 45m2 stops
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11:05 am - 3:00 pm
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CMB
18h 25m1 stop
$905Multiple Airlines
Tue, Mar 3 - Mon, Mar 9
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2:00 pm - 4:40 pm
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37h 10m2 stops
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10:55 pm - 6:25 pm
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CMB
34h 00m3 stops
$915Multiple Airlines
Thu, May 7 - Wed, Jun 17
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2:45 am - 2:00 pm
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20h 45m1 stop
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5:55 pm - 1:45 am
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CMB
22h 20m1 stop
$923Kuwait Airways
Thu, Feb 12 - Tue, Mar 24
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7:30 pm - 3:00 pm
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JFK
30h 00m1 stop
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11:20 am - 7:20 pm
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CMB
22h 30m1 stop
$950Qatar Airways
Thu, Feb 12 - Tue, Mar 24
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4:55 pm - 9:10 am
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26h 45m2 stops
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3:45 pm - 2:50 am
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25h 35m1 stop
$952Multiple Airlines
Thu, Mar 26 - Thu, May 7
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4:55 pm - 10:10 am
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26h 45m2 stops
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10:40 pm - 8:30 am
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CMB
24h 20m1 stop
$954Multiple Airlines
Thu, Mar 26 - Wed, May 6
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10:15 am - 9:00 am
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32h 15m1 stop
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1:20 am - 5:45 pm
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CMB
30h 55m1 stop
$955Qatar Airways
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Colombo to John F Kennedy Intl flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Colombo to John F Kennedy Intl 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 Colombo to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy 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 New York John F Kennedy Airport on a Wednesday and more expensive on a Sunday. On your return trip to Colombo, you should consider flying back on a Tuesday, and avoid Thursdays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy 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 Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is October, where tickets cost $970 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and April, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,717 and $1,205 respectively.

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Low seasonDecember
Cheapest flight$509
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 2% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 2% increase in price.
Flight from Colombo to New York John F Kennedy Airport

When to book flights from Colombo to John F Kennedy Intl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Colombo to John F Kennedy Intl 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 Colombo to New York John F Kennedy Airport flights

  • Which other nearby cities are served by the John F. Kennedy International Airport?

    If you are flying from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), remember there are several nearby cities within easy reach of the establishment. To this end, if your bucket list includes destinations such as Jamaica, Long Beach, Rockville Center, Valley Stream, and Woodmere, you must first land at JKF before road transfer to these places.

  • Which are the most popular connecting routes between Colombo (CMB) and New York (JFK)?

    The most popular connecting routes between Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) and John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) typically involve one or more stopovers in major international hubs. For instance, Emirates has a layover in Dubai (DBX), Qatar Airways in Doha (DOH), Etihad Airways makes a stop in Abu Dhabi (AUH), and Turkish Airlines connects via Istanbul (IST).

  • What special services do airlines from Colombo (CMB) to New York (JFK) offer for business and first-class travelers?

    Airlines operating from Colombo (CMB) to New York (JFK) offer business and first-class travelers special services to enhance their travel experience. Passengers in these cabins usually have access to dedicated check-in counters and expedited boarding procedures, allowing them to skip long queues and save time. Furthermore, airlines often provide an elevated dining experience for premium travelers.

  • Which airlines offer family services on trips between Colombo (CMB) and New York (JFK)?

    Several airlines offer family services between Colombo (CMB) and New York (JFK). Although these amenities vary depending on the specific airline, you can expect special meals for children, dedicated entertainment options for kids, and a Fly with Me Animals program featuring cuddly toys and activity packs.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport was $509 for a one-way ticket and $879 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Colombo and New York John F Kennedy Airport?

    Yes, you’ll need a passport to travel to New York John F Kennedy Airport from Colombo.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Colombo to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

    When flying out of Colombo you will be using Colombo Bandaranaike Intl. You will be landing at New York John F Kennedy Airport, also known as New York John F Kennedy Intl.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Colombo to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Colombo to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

    Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Colombo and New York John F Kennedy Airport, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Colombo to New York, Emirates or Etihad Airways?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Colombo to New York are Emirates and Etihad Airways. With an average price for the route of $1,187 and an overall rating of 8.1, Emirates is the most popular choice. Etihad Airways is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,107 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Colombo to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

    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 Colombo to New York John F Kennedy Airport.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Colombo to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to New York John F Kennedy Airport from Colombo 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 Colombo to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

    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 New York John F Kennedy Airport with an airline and back to Colombo with another airline. Booking your flights between Colombo and JFK 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 Colombo to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

    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 New York John F Kennedy Airport from Colombo 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 Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport

  • Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is a hub for SriLankan Airlines, Cinnamon Air, Simplifly, Fits Air, and John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Those flying aboard these airlines can expect high flight connectivity to other destinations, increased efficiency, improved flight frequency, and ancillary services and facilities.
  • Seat upgrades are typically available on flights from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Still, the availability and specific options may vary depending on the airline and the type of ticket you have purchased. Upgrades can be within the same cabin class or to a higher cabin class. Remember to inquire about these services during the booking process or at the check-in counter.
  • Each airline has its own policies and guidelines for traveling with pets, from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). For example, Emirates generally allows the transportation of cats, dogs, and birds as pets. However, certain dog breeds are restricted due to safety and regulatory concerns, so checking with the airline for the most up-to-date information on breed restrictions is important.
  • Airlines often have designated seats with extra legroom to accommodate passengers with disabilities, limited mobility, or other special needs between Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) and John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). These seats may be located in the bulkhead or other accessible areas of the aircraft. Passengers can request special seating arrangements during the booking process or by contacting the airline.
  • The AirTrain JFK provides a connection between the airport terminals and Jamaica or Howard Beach stations. From Jamaica station, you can transfer to the subway and take the E, J, or Z lines to Downtown Manhattan. From Howard Beach, you can take the A train to reach downtown. This option is relatively affordable and can be faster during rush hours.

Reviews of the top 4 airlines serving from Colombo to John F Kennedy Intl

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Colombo to New York. 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.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Colombo to John F Kennedy Intl? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
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EmiratesOverall score based on 3434 reviews
8.0Comfort
8.1Boarding
7.9Food
8.3Crew
8.2Entertainment
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Sadly I couldn't get the food I requested as it was out. Also, if you don't want to be woken up make sure the crew knows it. My wife was woken on every service.

10.0 ExcellentJason, Sep 2025
DXB - IAD
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Sadly I couldn't get the food I requested as it was out. Also, if you don't want to be woken up make sure the crew knows it. My wife was woken on every service.

Three meals on a single flight is disgusting. Even if I reject them all, sleeping is impossible and all that food (especially wasted food) is just antithetical to a pleasant flight experience. People were chucking multiple abandoned trays on the floor in front of my seat.

Similar to Hyd->Dubai this too was worst airlines. Bad seats, bad seating arrangement which created lot of confusion since family member were not given seat together. However most of them changed the seat and got with the family. Cheap tactics by Emirates.

The best ever, friendly and attentive cabin crew, amazing captains who utilised their expertise for less turbulence, just overall amazing

Overall I was quite pleased with the experience; the cleanliness; the polite and attentiveness of the cabin crew; and the delicious food options.

I would never have been able to make the transfer in time without asking for a wheelchair

Good food, real silverware, polite staff, smooth landing, charging plugs, good entertainment options.

Loved that I had an exit row seat, and there was no one else in the row! And again, I don' use on-line entertainment at all (I read or sleep) but I very much appreciate that I didn't hear anyone else's entertainment!

The entire crew was amazing. They went out of their way to make us enjoy a great travel experience.

Loved everything! This flight had premium economy and I didn't see an option to upgraded to premium economy OR buy premium economy tickets. How come?

Paid $10 for wifi for full flight duration and the wifi wasn’t available after initial 2 hours

My baggage is lost. Flight cancelled, Rebooked ticket through long routes. Mental stress, emotional hurt

The flight overall was good. The attendants did a good job except that 1 female had too much fragrance on. The other things that made the flight unpleasant were out of the airlines control.

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

I would love the entertainment center to be updated with more content. The flight to Doha had more options than the one to Miami

Overall the experience was neat with crew being nice and caring especially to parent with kids. The free snacks option was okay. The kiosk at Philly airport didn’t work.

First keep the airline as you promise. Reason for travelling from Orlando to Tampa is to go with Qatar Airline. We end up with American Airline. As expected the service was horrible.

Not sure how we end up with American Airlines instead of Qatar Airways. From Philadelphia to Qatar they boarded us then they asked us to unload. After 30 minutes later they board us again. The inside the plane it was burning hot and we were sweating like crazy. Crew members are absolute rude. The way they served the passengers were horrible. One of the crew members hit my knee with food cart and kept going. I was holding an ice pack for almost 2 hours. I am still with the pain.

I felt that when I was rerouted it should have been to business class.

The flight was smooth Thank God but the delays and changing gates for 3-4 times made me so tired of walking back and forth with heavy bags I thought I was going to pass out with heavy headaches but Thank God finally found the final gate and home safe. These delays happen anytime for important reasons so just be patient when you come across these situations.

I missed my flight ,staff unhelpful, they sat and watched me wait ,gangway door closed, English was a problem no announcement I was on time now I missed my month vacation ,lost 1400 bucks no refund I'm sick to my stomach

Seat space was tight and uncomfortable. There was hardly any cushioning giving me a terrible tail bone ache. Getting and out was extremely cramped. We paid for seat choices and felt totally ripped off. Food was mediocre. By the time the servers served 2 or 3 rows they ran out of this or that option as we saw on the inbound trip also. This is infuriating. Entertainment choices were extremely limited for such a long haul. The screen froze on occasion and did not switch off when the on off button was pressed. When it did it came back on its own in 5 seconds. The airlines has gone downhill since last year.

excellent, the staff was kind and the boarding process was with no issues or hassle

excellent, staff and boarding were all seamless and no issues, thank you!

Wish the flight attendants were more attentive in serving food

Poor boarding with incorrect gate numbers. Poor service they told me to throw away brand new water bottles. Poor immigration officers most likely American who hates Muslims. Poor service in the plane with no Urdu language sign posted anywhere. Horrible seats with no comfort at all they think people traveling in economy are animals. Slow food and water services. Slow baggage arrival.

My baggage was not boarded and is still missing. I was only carring one piece of luggage and that is misplaced now I am stuck at mumbai without luggage. I had an onward journey from here

We booked a business class ticket via Underpricer. Somehow they screwed up our ticket from Abu Dhabi to Ahmedabad. We will be hesitant to book again with them.

One of your male flight attendant was pushy and a bit of a martinette. Completely unnecessary.

Etihad charged me for 2 check in bags. On Kayak search results price was showing 2 check in bags were included. Kayak need to reimburse me for these additional charges and metal agony and distress. Thanks.

Seats too much and for the price we paid eve thought economy we still had to pay $169 to check a ba that’s ridiculous and also my daughter needed water so she can take her medicine we push the boton for the attendant to get us water they never came we push it 3 times no one came and ask what we needed . Am not happy with the service at all I will not fly with TK anymore

Boarding experience was a mess- both to and from Istanbul airport. No one knew anything. They asked everyone to line up according to their sit numbers- it was unbelievable. Business class had a separate line, but it was hard to find- I had to go through all that mess before finding it. Would not recommend

Excellent food and service on my international flight. Most notable is the food provided by Turkish even for coach passengers is very good.

They can my date of travel and let me standard in Istanbul for three days stop over and only pay for one day in a hotel with only one breakfast for three days.

the flight was cancelled and I was rebooked twice, once 26 hours later, then another 24 hours later. In total the flight was delayed for 40 hours. Never again will I use kayak or Turkish Airlines for my travel.

Worst experience with boarding once we left the wheel chair even traveling business we had to wait with all the crowd for the bus to take us to the plane then climb the stairs with our bags When you pay extra for comfort and convenience and you don’t get any is disappointing

Food is very turkish. No regard for other natinalities taste and preference. The entertainment can be improved- it was the same menu on 10/8/25 and 10/25/25. The boarding is the worst in the airline industry- I suggest you ask your staff to and watch how other airlines do it.

The best airline for international travel in terms of value you get in business class (service/cost)

I liked the overall flight experience. However, Turkish officials could do a better job at guiding non-Turkish speakers to their connecting flight gates in such a huge & vast airport.

Very small and cramped aisles and seats. Food was poor but the fresh hot roll and hummus was good. No cans of soda given but they had small bottles of water. Crew was nice and pleasant and kept bathroom clean.

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