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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from New York Newark to Colombo? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Colombo.R 9,179 per passenger.Departing Mon, 24 Mar.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from New York Newark on Mon, 24 Mar, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,179, select.
Colombo.R 10,369 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Apr.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from New York Newark on Tue, 29 Apr, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,369, select.
Colombo.R 10,598 per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 May.One-way flight with French Bee.Outbound indirect flight with French Bee, departs from New York Newark on Mon, 5 May, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,598, select.
Colombo.R 13,020 per passenger.Departing Sat, 27 Dec.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from New York Newark on Sat, 27 Dec, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 13,020, select.
Colombo.R 13,125 per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Jun.One-way flight with SWISS.Outbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from New York Newark on Wed, 11 Jun, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 13,125, select.
Colombo.R 13,198 per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 Jan.One-way flight with SWISS.Outbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from New York Newark on Mon, 5 Jan, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 13,198, select.
Colombo.R 13,565 per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Jul.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from New York Newark on Sat, 5 Jul, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 13,565, select.
Colombo.R 14,606 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 Nov.One-way flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from New York Newark on Sat, 1 Nov, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 14,606, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from New York Newark to Colombo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York Newark to Colombo flights are currently cheapest in March.
Mar
from R 9,179
Apr
from R 10,369
May
from R 10,598
Jun
from R 13,125
Jul
from R 13,565
Aug
from R 15,012
Sep
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Oct
from R 17,787
Nov
from R 14,606
Dec
from R 13,020
Jan
from R 13,198
Feb
from R 16,285

Alternative New York Newark to Colombo routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from New York Newark to Colombo? You could fly into the following airports instead.

New York to Colombo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 9,179
Cheapest month to flyMarch

Finding cheap flights from New York Newark to Colombo: Frequently asked questions

There are 5 airports in Colombo: Kelaniya, Colombo Ratmalana, Colombo Bandaranayake, Bentota River, and Katugastota.
The best price we found for a return flight from New York Newark to Colombo is R 17,114. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from New York Newark to Colombo. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 17,114.
As of March 2025, there are no flights flying from New York Newark to Colombo.
The cheapest month to fly from New York Newark to Colombo is usually March 2025.
If you're flying from New York Newark Airport, the cheapest airport near Colombo is Colombo Bandaranayake – which is 27.5 km away from the centre of Colombo. We've found flights into this airport from R 17,114.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from New York Newark Airport to Colombo on Wednesday, 10 September 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between New York Newark Airport and Colombo. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Colombo but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Colombo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In March, the average temperature is usually around 28°C. May is typically the warmest month in Colombo, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 25°C. The rainiest month is November.
Currently, Turkish Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Colombo.

Travelling from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Colombo: what you need to know

  • The timezone in Colombo is UTC+5:30. The city is 9 hours 30 minutes ahead of New York, where Newark Liberty International Airport is located.

  • For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from EWR to Colombo.

  • Travelling during a peak time like August? High seasons (like summer, Christmas and New Year) can easily add another hour at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • We make it simple to plan a flight from EWR to Colombo with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:

    • Dubai Airport (DXB)

    • Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

    • Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)

  • You'll need an e-visa for Sri Lanka if you have a passport from United States and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements change frequently. So before booking your cheap ticket from Newark Liberty International Airport to Colombo, check with your airline and the destination country's local embassy or consulate for the most recent updates.

  • EWR is about 24 kilometres from central New York. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 28 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 1 hour and 11 minutes.

  • Need a handy hotel close to EWR? If you're catching an early flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Colombo, these stays will have you moments from check-in:

How to find the cheapest flights from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Colombo

  • R 9,179 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Newark Liberty International Airport to Colombo. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 17,114. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.

  • It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from EWR to Colombo. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.

  • Finding cheap tickets from Newark Liberty International Airport to Colombo is easy if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to show the lowest fares throughout the month and score a great deal.

  • Create a Price Alert for cheap tickets from EWR to Colombo. There's no need to check every day to see whether prices have fallen. We'll let you know the moment the price changes.

  • Tailor your travel plans with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Colombo.

Airports in Colombo

Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)

  • Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) to central Colombo is approximately 16 kilometres. It'll take you around 39 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you around 1 hour and 16 minutes.

  • The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Colombo. Stay at one of these accommodation options near RML instead:

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • Central Colombo is around 32 kilometres from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB). After your flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Colombo has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 39 minutes.

  • You can expect the journey to take roughly 1 hour and 31 minutes on public transport.

  • After your flight from EWR to Colombo, rest your head at a hotel close to CMB. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:

Best time to go to Colombo

  • Before you book your flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Colombo, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Colombo offers a vibrant atmosphere and plenty to do, while the off-season means you'll get better deals on hotels and smaller crowds.

  • The warmest month in Colombo is March, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Colombo in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from EWR to Colombo in January when temperatures average between 22ºC and 32ºC.

More about Colombo

  • Start your Colombo trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Colombo, check out our range of accommodation options including:

  • There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Gangaramaya Temple, Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall and Viharamahadevi Park are top sights which should feature on any good Colombo itinerary.

Complete your Colombo trip with a car rental

  • Finding you a cheap flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Colombo isn't our only cool trick. Check out our car rentals in Colombo and explore at your own pace. We search for deals from trusted car rental companies and put them all in one place. You can instantly compare rates and then book with no fees.

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