New York is the biggest US gateway for Sri Lankan travellers. Every trip connects once or twice — usually via Doha, Dubai or Abu Dhabi — with total journeys of around 18+ hours.

Qatar Airways, Emirates and Etihad Airways offer the smoothest routings. We compare fares and can advise on your US visa (B1/B2, F1, etc.). Book early for the best prices.

Colombo to New York ticket prices & the cheapest time to fly

New York fares from Colombo start from around LKR 300,000 return and move with the season. Here's how to get the cheapest New York ticket:

  • Book 4–8 weeks ahead — that's when the lowest New York fares are usually released.
  • Skip the peaks — the dearest dates are the April (Avurudu) and December holidays; May–June and September–October are typically the cheapest months to fly.
  • Stay flexible by a day or two — mid-week departures often beat weekend prices.
  • Let us compare every airline — we quote all carriers on CMB → JFK, so you see the genuinely lowest price, not just the first result.

Tell us your dates and we'll reply with the cheapest available New York fare — usually the same working day.