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Cheapest return flight
₹ 100,456
Typical prices: ₹ 94,746-₹ 139,401
Etihad Airways
Thu 8/11Sat 17/11
IAD - CMB • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
₹ 57,970
Typical prices: ₹ 53,072-₹ 82,432
Multiple Airlines
Sun 21/10
IAD - CMB • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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9 weeks
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 9 weeks in advance save around 24% compared to booking last minute.
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February
Cheapest • 24% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH)
Cheapest • Avg ₹ 112,779 (return)
Dubai Intl (DXB)
Shortest trip • 20h 28m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Washington, D.C. to Bandaranaike Intl (IAD-CMB)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Dulles Intl to Bandaranaike Intl

Sun, 8 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov
Etihad Airways Logo
14:25 - 14:50IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
37h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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16:05 - 09:00CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
27h 25m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
₹ 100,456Etihad Airways
21 hours ago
Thu, 29 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov
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15:25 - 14:50IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
37h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
09:55 - 09:00CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
33h 35m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
₹ 101,424Etihad Airways
1 day ago
Tue, 10 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov
Emirates Logo
10:35 - 18:45IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
21h 40m1 stop Dubai Intl
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02:40 - 08:35CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
40h 25m1 stop Dubai Intl
₹ 103,940Emirates
21 hours ago
Wed, 18 Nov - Thu, 4 Feb
Etihad Airways Logo
14:25 - 20:15IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
19h 20m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
16:05 - 09:00CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
27h 25m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
₹ 104,231Etihad Airways
20 hours ago
Sat, 7 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov
Etihad Airways Logo
14:25 - 20:15IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
19h 20m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
09:55 - 09:00CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
33h 35m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
₹ 104,327Etihad Airways
21 hours ago
Mon, 30 Nov - Thu, 17 Dec
Turkish Airlines Logo
13:30 - 05:55IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
29h 55m1 stop Istanbul
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07:30 - 19:25CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
22h 25m1 stop Istanbul
₹ 104,811Turkish Airlines
14 hours ago
Mon, 9 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov
Etihad Airways Logo
14:25 - 20:15IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
19h 20m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
09:55 - 09:00CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
33h 35m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
₹ 108,102Etihad Airways
21 hours ago
Fri, 6 Nov - Sat, 14 Nov
Etihad Airways Logo
14:25 - 14:50IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
37h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
16:05 - 09:00CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
27h 25m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
₹ 108,199Etihad Airways
21 hours ago
Sat, 28 Nov - Fri, 11 Dec
Emirates Logo
10:35 - 18:25IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
21h 20m2 stops Dubai Intl Male
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17:20 - 08:35CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
25h 45m1 stop Dubai Intl
₹ 108,779Emirates
14 hours ago
Mon, 30 Nov - Sun, 13 Dec
Turkish Airlines Logo
21:20 - 05:55IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
22h 05m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
07:30 - 11:45CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
38h 45m1 stop Istanbul
₹ 110,618Turkish Airlines
14 hours ago
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Return flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport typically range from ₹ 94,746 to ₹ 139,401. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was ₹ 100,456 on Etihad Airways.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. It’s 9% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 10% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport at ₹ 86,907 return.
•December (₹ 188,525) and June (₹ 137,619) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 116% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport are cheapest 9 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 24% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

₹ 57,970
Beat the crowds with an average 69% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 67% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

When to book flights from Dulles Intl to Bandaranaike Intl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Dulles Intl to Bandaranaike Intl based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • How long is a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    A direct flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport takes 00m, covering 23,123 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight?

    Return flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport range from ₹ 94,746 to ₹ 139,401, with an average of ₹ 114,634 over the past 12 months. Anything below ₹ 94,746 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 19% above the ₹ 114,634 route average. Book 9 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How are flight prices from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ₹ 94,417, which is 45% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (CMB)?

    Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (CMB) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around ₹ 2,038 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • GREEN MOTION
    • Xdrive Mobility
    • Ace
    • AcaRent
    • SR RENT A CAR

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport usually depart from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) and arrive at Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) – 49% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 38% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 11% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 2% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 18% on flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at ₹ 105,102 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at ₹ 126,683, a difference of ₹ 21,582.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Flying via Dubai Intl (DXB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 20h 28m, compared to 21h 24m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) and 22h 45m via Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH).

  • What is the time difference between Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is 9 hours ahead of Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (India Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport are Colombo World Trade Center, Dutch Hospital, and Pettah Market. These are among the most viewed places in Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport on KAYAK.

  • Can I bring my pet on the flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Colombo?

    Emirates Airlines and Qatar Airways allow pets on their flights, subject to specific regulations. Emirates permits cats, dogs, and birds in the cabin or cargo hold, depending on the animal's destination and size. Qatar Airways permits cats and dogs in the cabin, with some restrictions based on the flight duration and destination.

  • What kid services are available during the flight?

    Emirates Airlines offers a range of services for young travelers, including dedicated meals, entertainment options, and special assistance for unaccompanied minors. Qatar Airways also provides child-friendly meals, a variety of entertainment choices, and the option for unaccompanied minors to receive personalized care throughout their journey.

  • How can I travel from the airport to the city center?

    In Colombo, various taxi and bus companies operate at the airport to transport passengers to the city center. You can choose from reliable services like Kangaroo Cabs, PickMe, and Uber for convenient and safe transportation. These companies offer both regular taxis and ride-hailing options.

  • Can the airlines flying from Washington Dulles Airport to Colombo accommodate special dietary requirements?

    Both Emirates Airlines and Qatar Airways cater to special dietary needs. Passengers can request special meals in advance, such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, or religious-specific, ensuring their dietary requirements are met during the flight. It's recommended to inform the airline of your dietary preferences when booking your ticket.

Your guide to booking Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Thursday flights average ₹ 105,102, about ₹ 21,582 less than Saturday fares (17% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 9 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 24% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport trip for February. Fares historically average ₹ 86,907 return in that month – typically ₹ 101,618 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • When booking your flight from Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) to Colombo (CMB), you'll find various ticket classes offered by different airlines. For example, Emirates Airlines provides Economy, Business, and First Class options, allowing you to choose the level of comfort and service that suits your needs. Qatar Airways offers different classes with varying amenities and benefits, such as Economy, Business, and Qsuite, their innovative and luxurious business class experience.
  • Several airlines offer special amenities to enhance your travel experience. Singapore Airlines, for instance, is renowned for its exceptional service and features like spacious seats, in-flight entertainment, and delectable meals. Etihad Airways provides passengers with the luxury of the Residence, a private three-room suite, and the First Apartments, offering an unmatched level of comfort and privacy.
  • If you're conscious of carbon emissions, consider flying with airlines prioritizing environmental sustainability. Delta Air Lines has implemented initiatives to reduce its carbon footprint, such as investing in fuel-efficient aircraft and utilizing sustainable aviation fuel. Another eco-conscious option is Virgin Atlantic, which has committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 through various measures, including improving fuel efficiency and supporting sustainable aviation fuel development.
  • Some flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Colombo may include layovers, varying in duration and location. For instance, Emirates Airlines often offers layovers in Dubai, allowing you to explore the vibrant city during your journey. Qatar Airways frequently offers layovers in Doha, allowing passengers to discover Qatar's capital's rich culture and attractions.
  • Each airline has its own baggage policy, so you must familiarize yourself with the guidelines. For example, Emirates Airlines typically allows Economy Class passengers to check in up to 77 lbs of baggage, while Business and First Class passengers enjoy higher weight allowances. Qatar Airways offers a baggage allowance of up to 66 lbs for Economy Class, with increased limits for Business and First Class passengers.

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