Cheap Flights from Zurich to Colombo Bandaranayake

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Flight deals from Zurich to Colombo Bandaranayake

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Zurich Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 12,196. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Colombo.R 4,766 per passenger.Departing Mon, 24 Aug.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Zurich on Mon, 24 Aug, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,766, select.

Colombo.R 4,832 per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Sep.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Zurich on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,832, select.

Colombo.R 5,367 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Mar.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Zurich on Tue, 2 Mar, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,367, select.

Colombo.R 5,538 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 Oct.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Zurich on Fri, 30 Oct, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,538, select.

Colombo.R 5,737 per passenger.Departing Mon, 27 Jul.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Zurich on Mon, 27 Jul, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,737, select.

Colombo.R 5,817 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Dec.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Zurich on Tue, 8 Dec, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,817, select.

Colombo.R 5,945 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Nov.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Zurich on Mon, 23 Nov, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,945, select.

Colombo.R 6,005 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Feb.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Zurich on Wed, 24 Feb, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,005, select.

Colombo.R 6,285 per passenger.Departing Wed, 6 Jan.One-way flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Zurich on Wed, 6 Jan, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,285, select.

Colombo.R 6,455 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 Apr.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Zurich on Fri, 30 Apr, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,455, select.

Colombo.R 6,561 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Jun.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Zurich on Mon, 7 Jun, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,561, select.

Colombo.R 6,586 per passenger.Departing Sun, 30 May.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Zurich on Sun, 30 May, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,586, select.

Colombo.R 12,665 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Jul.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Zurich on Thu, 1 Jul, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 12,665, select.

Colombo.R 14,170 per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Feb.One-way flight with SWISS.Outbound direct flight with SWISS departs from Zurich on Mon, 8 Feb, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 14,170, select.

Colombo.R 14,393 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Dec.One-way flight with Edelweiss Air.Outbound direct flight with Edelweiss Air departs from Zurich on Mon, 7 Dec, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 14,393, select.

Colombo.R 14,414 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Mar.One-way flight with Edelweiss Air.Outbound direct flight with Edelweiss Air departs from Zurich on Mon, 1 Mar, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 14,414, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Colombo Bandaranayake

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Zurich to Colombo Bandaranayake flights are currently cheapest in August.

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Zurich to Colombo Bandaranayake: Alternative routes

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27km from central Colombo

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Zurich to Colombo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	R 4,720
Cheapest month to fly	August
Average flight time	9 hrs, 43 mins
Most popular airline	Lufthansa
Average flights per week	8

Finding cheap flights from Zurich to Colombo Bandaranayake: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Zurich to Colombo Bandaranayake?

The best price we found for a return flight from Zurich to Colombo Bandaranayake is R 10,068. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Zurich to Colombo Bandaranayake?

9 hours and 43 minutes is the average flight time from Zurich to Colombo Bandaranayake.

Which airlines fly direct from Zurich to Colombo Bandaranayake?

Lufthansa, Edelweiss Air and SWISS fly direct from Zurich to Colombo Bandaranayake.

How many flights are there a week from Zurich to Colombo Bandaranayake?

As of July 2026, there are 8 flights per week flying from Zurich to Colombo Bandaranayake.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Zurich to Colombo Bandaranayake?

The cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Colombo Bandaranayake is usually September.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Zurich Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Zurich Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport on Tuesday, 29 September 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Zurich Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 9 hours and 43 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Colombo Bandaranayake?

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 Bandaranayake 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.

When is the best time to book flights to Colombo?

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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Zurich Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake with?

Currently, AJet and SWISS offer the cheapest flight tickets to Colombo Bandaranayake.

Travelling from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport (CMB): what you need to know

Around 10 hours is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Zurich Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport.
Colombo is four hours 30 minutes ahead of Zurich and follows the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to catch your ZRH to CMB flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
Edelweiss air is your gateway to discovering Colombo (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Sri Lanka!). Check out the direct flights from Zurich Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport offered by this popular airline.
Edelweiss air is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.

How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport (CMB)

The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Zurich Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport flight is R 4,720. A round-trip fare is currently R 10,068. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from ZRH to CMB if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
The cheapest month for flights from Zurich Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from ZRH to CMB.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Zurich Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport.

Handy information about Zurich Airport (ZRH)

When it comes to the on-time performance of Zurich Airport, data shows 76% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Zurich Airport from central Zurich, it'll take around 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of around 10 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to ZRH? If you're boarding an early flight from Zurich Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at Colombo Bandaranayake Airport (CMB)

Reserve a hotel close to CMB if you have a late Zurich Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
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Get the best deal by booking your ride from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport around two weeks before your trip.

Getting from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport (CMB) to central Colombo

Colombo Bandaranayake Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from the centre of Colombo. The drive time takes about 40 minutes.
It takes roughly 50 minutes when travelling by public transport.

When to fly to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport (CMB)

It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Zurich Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Colombo. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
Lock in your flight from Zurich Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport for March if you'd like to visit Colombo during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from ZRH to CMB in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) on average.