Travelling from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport (CMB) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
San Francisco's timezone is UTC-8, which makes San Francisco 13 hours 30 minutes behind Colombo.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to catch your CMB to SFO flight.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to San Francisco International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers between CMB and SFO include:
Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport
Singapore Changi Airport
Mumbai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport (CMB) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight is R 9,780. A return fare is currently R 17,237. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from CMB to SFO. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across each month when searching for a flight from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to San Francisco International Airport.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from CMB to SFO.
Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to San Francisco International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Colombo Bandaranayake Airport (CMB)
Of the departures from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport, 69% land on time at their destination.
To reach Colombo Bandaranayake Airport from central Colombo, it takes about 40 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to CMB? If you're catching an early flight from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to San Francisco International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SFO instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a San Francisco International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and explore beyond San Francisco's main sights.
Booking your ride from San Francisco International Airport around one week in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
July is the busiest month for flights from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to San Francisco International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to San Francisco in March.
When reserving your flight from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to San Francisco International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. September is the warmest month in San Francisco, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CMB to SFO in January. Average temperatures are between 5ºC (41ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
San Jose is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered after you've seen San Francisco. Around 64 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.
Around 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco, Fresno is another essential stop in the United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Forestiere Underground Gardens, Shinzen Japanese Garden and Fresno Chaffee Zoo.
