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Cheap flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from C$ 801

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 27/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YVR — CMB
27 Feb — 6 Mar1
1 adult

The best prices from Vancouver Intl to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl are usually found in September or October, booked 62 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Vancouver Intl to Colombo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Vancouver Intl (YVR) to Colombo (CMB). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 22 February 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 1,665

One-way from

C$ 801

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

C$ 1,972
24/3-26/5
  • 24/3-26/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 64h 40m total
  • Vancouver to Colombo
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27/3
  • 27/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 46h 50m total
  • Vancouver to Colombo
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (C$ 156 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (C$ 79 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Vancouver Intl to Colombo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Vancouver Intl to Colombo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 February 2025.

Mon 24/31:35 a.m.YVR - CMB
2 stops31h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 26/510:55 p.m.CMB - YVR
2 stops32h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/2C$ 1,665
Tue 25/212:05 a.m.YVR - CMB
1 stop33h 55mCathay Pacific
Tue 4/312:45 a.m.CMB - YVR
1 stop33h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 21/2C$ 1,736
Sat 31/510:15 a.m.YVR - CMB
1 stop41h 20mAir India
Mon 30/68:10 a.m.CMB - YVR
1 stop35h 20mAir India
Deal found 21/2C$ 1,817
Wed 26/211:15 a.m.YVR - CMB
2 stops44h 20mAir China
Wed 5/310:25 p.m.CMB - YVR
2 stops27h 15mAir China
Deal found 21/2C$ 1,871
Tue 25/310:45 a.m.YVR - CMB
2 stops30h 10mAir Canada
Sat 24/53:25 a.m.CMB - YVR
3 stops41h 22mAir Canada
Deal found 21/2C$ 2,107
Mon 7/41:25 p.m.YVR - CMB
2 stops24h 10mQatar Airways
Tue 15/74:35 a.m.CMB - YVR
2 stops26h 48mQatar Airways
Deal found 21/2C$ 2,118
Thu 22/57:00 p.m.YVR - CMB
1 stop21h 45mTurkish Airlines
Thu 5/66:45 a.m.CMB - YVR
1 stop22h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 21/2C$ 2,145

Find flights from Vancouver Intl to Colombo within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Vancouver Intl to Colombo that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 629,999 searches. Data last updated 22 February 2025.

Fly from

Vancouver Intl

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Colombo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

VancouverColombo

YVR - CMB

YVRCMB

Vancouver Intl

Mon 24/3

1:35 a.m.-9:50 p.m.

2 stops31h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 26/5

10:55 p.m.-7:20 p.m.

2 stops32h 55m

C$ 1,665

VancouverColombo

YVR - CMB

YVRCMB

Vancouver Intl

Sun 16/3

1:05 a.m.-11:30 p.m.

1 stop33h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 15/4

1:10 a.m.-12:40 p.m.

1 stop24h 00m

C$ 1,736

VancouverColombo

YVR - CMB

YVRCMB

Vancouver Intl

Sat 31/5

10:15 a.m.-4:05 p.m.

1 stop41h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 30/6

8:10 a.m.-7:00 a.m.

1 stop35h 20m

C$ 1,817

VancouverColombo

YVR - CMB

YVRCMB

Vancouver Intl

Mon 21/4

12:20 p.m.-8:55 p.m.

2 stops44h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 7/5

10:15 p.m.-11:35 a.m.

2 stops25h 50m

C$ 2,063

VancouverColombo

YVR - CMB

YVRCMB

Vancouver Intl

Tue 25/3

10:45 a.m.-5:25 a.m.

2 stops30h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 24/5

3:25 a.m.-8:17 a.m.

3 stops41h 22m

C$ 2,107

VancouverColombo

YVR - CMB

YVRCMB

Vancouver Intl

Mon 7/4

1:25 p.m.-2:05 a.m.

2 stops24h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 15/7

4:35 a.m.-6:53 p.m.

2 stops26h 48m

C$ 2,118

VancouverColombo

YVR - CMB

YVRCMB

Vancouver Intl

Thu 22/5

7:00 p.m.-5:15 a.m.

1 stop21h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 5/6

6:45 a.m.-5:05 p.m.

1 stop22h 50m

C$ 2,145

VancouverColombo

YVR - CMB

YVRCMB

Vancouver Intl

Thu 27/3

11:45 p.m.-11:05 a.m.

2 stops46h 50m

C$ 801

VancouverColombo

YVR - CMB

YVRCMB

Vancouver Intl

Thu 10/4

10:15 a.m.-7:10 a.m.

2 stops32h 25m

C$ 930

VancouverColombo

YVR - CMB

YVRCMB

Vancouver Intl

Tue 25/3

1:05 a.m.-11:30 p.m.

1 stop33h 55m

C$ 1,039

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Best time to book a flight from Vancouver Intl to Colombo

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Travel insights for flights from Vancouver Intl to Colombo

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Vancouver Intl to Colombo including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Vancouver Intl to Colombo. Price data was last updated on 14 February 2025.

The best time to book flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is 62 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of C$ 1,411). Flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,844). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from YVR to CMB?

Find hourly flight availability from Vancouver Intl to Colombo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 22 February 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 13% on flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Vancouver Intl to Colombo. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Vancouver Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Colombo by month

Plan your trip to Colombo by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport 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 Bandaranaike Intl Airport when rainfall is around 60.0 mm.

Temperature in Colombo by month

Plan your trip to Colombo by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, 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).

Reviews of airlines servicing Colombo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Colombo. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Colombo. Reviews last updated 22 February 2025.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,700 reviews
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Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Ali,Sep 2024

YYJ - SEA

Delayed. Short flight. No food or drinks served. Good flying though.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,700 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,700 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Ali,Sep 2024

YYJ - SEA

Delayed. Short flight. No food or drinks served. Good flying though.

Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
821 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,700 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Ali,Sep 2024

YYJ - SEA

Delayed. Short flight. No food or drinks served. Good flying though.

Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,609 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,700 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Ali,Sep 2024

YYJ - SEA

Delayed. Short flight. No food or drinks served. Good flying though.

Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,825 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,700 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Ali,Sep 2024

YYJ - SEA

Delayed. Short flight. No food or drinks served. Good flying though.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,700 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Ali,Sep 2024

YYJ - SEA

Delayed. Short flight. No food or drinks served. Good flying though.

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport round-trip?

    According to our current data, Cathay Pacific (C$ 1,736), Air India (C$ 1,817), and Air China (C$ 2,063) offers the cheapest pricing from Vancouver Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. Users have found that Cathay Pacific is 19% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Air India. According to our data, you can fly for as low as C$ 930. Users have also found prices from C$ 1,039 and C$ 1,245 on Cathay Pacific and American Airlines, respectively.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Of the flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport that have layovers, most of them stop in Seattle. Seattle is followed by Doha in terms of the most popular layover location on flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Seattle?

    If you're on a layover in Seattle and looking for things to do, consider visiting Seattle Center, Seattle Waterfront, or Pike Place Market. Travelers on a layover in Seattle can visit Seattle Center, Seattle Waterfront, and Pike Place Market, by traveling 19.5 km, 17.5 km, and 18.1 km, respectively after landing at Seattle/Tacoma Intl. Travelers can book a car rental at Seattle/Tacoma Intl for about C$ 54 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Vancouver Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights?

    Vancouver Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights have a layover in London the least frequently. London is followed by Hong Kong in terms of the least popular layover location on flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Vancouver Intl to Colombo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Vancouver Intl to Colombo flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Vancouver Intl to Colombo.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Vancouver Intl to Colombo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Vancouver Intl to Colombo by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of C$ 1,411). Flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,844). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Air IndiaCheapestC$ 1,182AverageC$ 1,963FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestC$ 1,298AverageC$ 2,060FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestC$ 1,485AverageC$ 1,698FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Air ChinaCheapestC$ 1,574AverageC$ 1,809FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestC$ 1,636AverageC$ 2,118FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapestC$ 1,677AverageC$ 2,130FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Cathay PacificCheapestC$ 1,714AverageC$ 2,001FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 1,861AverageC$ 2,227FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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American AirlinesCheapestC$ 2,147AverageC$ 2,275FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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