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Flight deals from Vancouver International to Colombo

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Vancouver International Airport to Colombo? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 20,794. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Colombo.R 7,813 per passenger.Departing Tue, 11 Aug.One-way flight with Philippine Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Philippine Airlines, departs from Vancouver International on Tue, 11 Aug, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,813, select.
Colombo.R 7,923 per passenger.Departing Sun, 7 Jun.One-way flight with Philippine Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Philippine Airlines, departs from Vancouver International on Sun, 7 Jun, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,923, select.
Colombo.R 8,137 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Sep.One-way flight with Philippine Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Philippine Airlines, departs from Vancouver International on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,137, select.
Colombo.R 8,861 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Nov.One-way flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Vancouver International on Mon, 2 Nov, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,861, select.
Colombo.R 9,281 per passenger.Departing Mon, 27 Jul.One-way flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Vancouver International on Mon, 27 Jul, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,281, select.
Colombo.R 9,680 per passenger.Departing Wed, 20 Jan.One-way flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways).Outbound indirect flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways), departs from Vancouver International on Wed, 20 Jan, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,680, select.
Colombo.R 9,871 per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 Oct.One-way flight with Philippine Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Philippine Airlines, departs from Vancouver International on Mon, 26 Oct, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,871, select.
Colombo.R 11,464 per passenger.Departing Sun, 21 Feb.One-way flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways).Outbound indirect flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways), departs from Vancouver International on Sun, 21 Feb, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 11,464, select.
Colombo.R 12,149 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec.One-way flight with Xiamen Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Xiamen Airlines, departs from Vancouver International on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 12,149, select.
Colombo.R 13,822 per passenger.Departing Wed, 7 Apr.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Vancouver International on Wed, 7 Apr, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 13,822, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Vancouver International to Colombo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Vancouver International to Colombo flights are currently cheapest in August.
Jun
from R 7,949
Jul
from R 9,311
Aug
from R 7,839
Sep
from R 8,163
Oct
from R 9,903
Nov
from R 8,890
Dec
from R 12,189
Jan
from R 9,712
Feb
from R 11,501
Mar
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Apr
from R 13,867
May
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Alternative Vancouver International to Colombo routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Vancouver International to Colombo? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Kelaniya

10km from central Colombo
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Colombo Ratmalana

13km from central Colombo
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Colombo Bandaranayake

27km from central Colombo
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from R 7,839
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Bentota River

52km from central Colombo
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Katugastota

72km from central Colombo
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Vancouver to Colombo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 7,839
Cheapest month to flyAugust

Finding cheap flights from Vancouver International to Colombo: Frequently asked questions

There are 5 airports in Colombo: Kelaniya, Colombo Ratmalana, Colombo Bandaranayake, Bentota River, and Katugastota.
The best price we found for a return flight from Vancouver International to Colombo is R 17,407. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Vancouver International to Colombo. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 17,407.
As of June 2026, there are no flights flying from Vancouver International to Colombo.
The cheapest month to fly from Vancouver International to Colombo is usually October.
If you're flying from Vancouver International Airport, the cheapest airport near Colombo is Colombo Bandaranayake – which is 27.5 km away from the centre of Colombo. We've found flights into this airport from R 17,407.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Vancouver International Airport to Colombo on Saturday, 31 October 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Vancouver International Airport and Colombo. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Colombo but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Colombo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In June, the average temperature is usually around 27°C. May is typically the warmest month in Colombo, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 25°C. The rainiest month is November.
Currently, Philippine Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Colombo.

Travelling from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Colombo: what you need to know

  • Colombo is 12 hours 30 minutes ahead of Vancouver, where Vancouver International Airport is located. Colombo observes the UTC+5:30 timezone.

  • For a relaxed start to your YVR to Colombo flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.

  • The journey from central Vancouver to YVR takes around 35 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • In search of a hotel close to YVR? If you've booked an early flight from Vancouver International Airport to Colombo, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:

  • When it comes to Vancouver International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 71.77% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.

How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Colombo

  • R 7,839 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Vancouver International Airport to Colombo flight. A return flight ticket starts at R 17,407. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.

  • To pick up cheap flights from YVR to Colombo, book as early as possible. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.

  • If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when looking for a Vancouver International Airport to Colombo ticket.

  • Spend less time searching for cheap flights from YVR to Colombo by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Colombo by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'

Airports in Colombo

Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)

  • Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) is around 16 kilometres from central Colombo. If you're getting a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 40 minutes.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from Vancouver International Airport to Colombo, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near RML:

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is roughly 32 kilometres from the centre of Colombo. After your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Colombo, it'll take you around 40 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.

  • If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour 30 minutes or so.

  • There are some comfortable places to rest your head close to CMB. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your YVR to Colombo flight at any of these well-located options:

  • The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion or Sixt and be off and running.

  • Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from CMB two weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.

Best time to go to Colombo

  • Carefully consider your dates before booking your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Colombo. The city comes alive during high season, but prices are often higher and major attractions can get crowded. Plan your trip to Colombo in low season for a quieter vibe.

  • Book a Vancouver International Airport to Colombo flight ticket with a departure in March if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • January sees average temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from YVR to Colombo around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about Colombo

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Colombo right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Colombo:

  • All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall, Gangaramaya Temple and Viharamahadevi Park are must-do's during your Colombo adventure.

Explore more of Sri Lanka

  • Jaffna is just one of the many places in Sri Lanka waiting to be explored after you've seen Colombo. Around 306 kilometres away to the north, well-known attractions include Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library.

  • Trincomalee is another sought-after destination in Sri Lanka and is around 241 kilometres north-east of Colombo. No trip is complete without dropping by Koneswaram Temple, Fort Frederick and Marble Beach.

Plan the rest of your trip from Vancouver to Colombo

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