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Cheapest return flight
£1,188
Typical prices: £785-£1,322
Cathay Pacific
Fri 12/1Fri 2/2
CMB - SFO • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£348
Typical prices: £537-£840
Vietnam Airlines
Tue 11/12
CMB - SFO • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport and San Francisco. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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June
Cheapest • 40% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Ho Chi Minh City (SGN)
Cheapest • Avg £657 (return)
Doha Hamad Intl (DOH)
Shortest trip • 21h 59m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Colombo to San Francisco (CMB-SFO)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Colombo to San Francisco

Tue, 12 Jan - Tue, 2 Feb
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00:45 - 21:15CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-SFO San Francisco
34h 00m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
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11:25 - 23:25SFO  San Francisco-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
22h 30m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
£1,188Cathay Pacific
Tue, 12 Jan - Tue, 2 Feb
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04:15 - 21:14CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-SFO San Francisco
30h 29m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
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15:35 - 01:55SFO  San Francisco-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
20h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£1,259Qatar Airways
Mon, 7 Dec - Thu, 17 Dec
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03:25 - 12:40CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-SFO San Francisco
22h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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15:00 - 05:50SFO  San Francisco-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
25h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£1,867Qatar Airways
Mon, 7 Dec - Thu, 17 Dec
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03:25 - 12:40CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-SFO San Francisco
22h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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10:15 - 02:45SFO  San Francisco-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
27h 00m2 stops Los Angeles Doha Hamad Intl
£1,914Qatar Airways
Wed, 2 Dec - Wed, 9 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:00 - 15:00CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-SFO San Francisco
38h 30m2 stops New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
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23:50 - 22:15SFO  San Francisco-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
32h 55m2 stops Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
£3,517Multiple Airlines
Wed, 2 Dec - Wed, 9 Dec
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12:10 - 09:35CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-SFO San Francisco
34h 55m2 stops Singapore Changi Incheon Intl
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21:10 - 00:40SFO  San Francisco-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
38h 00m1 stop Ho Chi Minh City
£4,514Multiple Airlines
Tue, 1 Dec - Wed, 9 Dec
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00:45 - 18:40CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-SFO San Francisco
55h 25m3 stops Singapore Changi Kuala Lumpur Intl Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
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12:00 - 23:30SFO  San Francisco-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
46h 00m3 stops Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Kuala Lumpur Intl Singapore Changi
£4,568Multiple Airlines
Tue, 1 Dec - Wed, 9 Dec
Emirates Logo
02:40 - 13:35CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-SFO San Francisco
24h 25m1 stop Dubai Intl
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15:40 - 15:55SFO  San Francisco-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
34h 45m1 stop Dubai Intl
£5,530Emirates
Wed, 2 Dec - Wed, 9 Dec
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20:15 - 13:35CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-SFO San Francisco
30h 50m2 stops Male Dubai Intl
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07:00 - 10:15SFO  San Francisco-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
37h 45m3 stops Miami Dubai Intl Male
£7,340Emirates
Wed, 2 Dec - Wed, 9 Dec
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09:55 - 13:35CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-SFO San Francisco
41h 10m1 stop Dubai Intl
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15:40 - 18:25SFO  San Francisco-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
37h 15m2 stops Dubai Intl Male
£13,024Emirates
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to San Francisco flights

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How much is a return flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to San Francisco?

Return flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to San Francisco typically range from £785 to £1,322. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £1,188 on Cathay Pacific.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to San Francisco?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to San Francisco. It's 28% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 19% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to San Francisco?

•June is the cheapest month to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to San Francisco at £667 return.
•May (£1,322) and July (£1,313) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 98% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to San Francisco flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

£348
Beat the crowds with an average 43% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 97% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to San Francisco

When to book flights from Colombo to San Francisco

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

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

  • How long is a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to San Francisco?

    A direct flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to San Francisco takes 00m, covering 9,018 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to San Francisco?

    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 Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to San Francisco flight?

    Return flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to San Francisco range from £785 to £1,322, with an average of £1,103 over the past 12 months. Anything below £785 counts as a good deal.

  • How are flight prices from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to San Francisco looking right now?

    One-way fares from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to San Francisco are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about £704.

  • Which car hire options are available at San Francisco Airport (SFO)?

    San Francisco Airport (SFO) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates averaging £47 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Europcar
    • Thrifty
    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Fox

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to San Francisco?

    Flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to San Francisco usually depart from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB) and arrive at San Francisco (SFO).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to San Francisco pass through?

    One-stop flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to San Francisco most commonly connect through:

    • Hong Kong Intl (HKG) – 31% of one-stop connections
    • Singapore Changi (SIN) – 31% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 25% of one-stop connections
    • Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) – 5% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to San Francisco?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 40% on flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to San Francisco. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at £803 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at £1,322, a difference of £519.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to San Francisco?

    Flying via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 21h 59m, compared to 22h 23m via Singapore Changi (SIN) and 22h 40m via Hong Kong Intl (HKG).

  • What is the time difference between Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport and San Francisco?

    San Francisco is 13 hours behind Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (Pacific Time vs India Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in San Francisco?

    Some of the most popular sights in San Francisco are Union Square, Fisherman's Wharf, and Moscone Center. These are among the most viewed places in San Francisco on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to San Francisco 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 Saturday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Saturday flights average £803, about £519 less than Thursday fares (39% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to San Francisco trip for June. Fares historically average £667 return in that month – typically £655 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to San Francisco Airport.

    • Grand Hyatt At Sfo

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