How long is the flight from Ottawa to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Airlines like Emirates fly from Ottawa to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in about 26h 10m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . Ottawa and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport are separated by a distance of 13679 km.

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Ottawa to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport round-trip?

According to our current data, Emirates (C$ 1,487), SriLankan Airlines (C$ 1,570), and Air France (C$ 1,577) offers the cheapest pricing from Ottawa to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. You may be able to fly from Ottawa to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport for 24% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport ranges from 60.0 - 350.0 mm per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 350.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport when rainfall is around 60.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, March is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 27.0 C).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Ottawa to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Before booking your flight from Ottawa to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport check out the most popular airlines for this route: Air Canada, Emirates or SriLankan Airlines.

What airport do you fly from for flights from Ottawa to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl?

Most people fly from Ottawa (YOW) if they book a flight from Ottawa to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl. On average, Ottawa has 0 outbound flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl per day from 4 airlines. Ottawa is conveniently located just 10.6 km from Ottawa’s city centre.

Can I find deals for flights from Ottawa to Colombo that include hotel bookings?

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C$ 872+ Flights from Ottawa to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Ottawa to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl are usually found in October or September, booked 39 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

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Mon 10/114:45 p.m.YOW - CMB

2 stops22h 40mMultiple Airlines

Sun 30/117:30 p.m.CMB - YOW

2 stops39h 42mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 28/10C$ 1,924

Thu 11/128:00 p.m.YOW - CMB

2 stops45h 55mMultiple Airlines

Tue 13/15:05 p.m.CMB - YOW

2 stops27h 07mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 28/10C$ 2,504

Thu 11/128:00 p.m.YOW - CMB

2 stops45h 55mAir Canada

Tue 13/112:50 p.m.CMB - YOW

1 stop36h 10mAir Canada

Deal found 28/10C$ 2,755

Fri 28/114:45 p.m.YOW - CMB

2 stops23h 30mMultiple Airlines

Wed 31/123:25 a.m.CMB - YOW

2 stops25h 31mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 27/10C$ 3,053

Wed 26/118:00 p.m.YOW - CMB

2 stops54h 00mMultiple Airlines

Wed 31/1212:35 a.m.CMB - YOW

2 stops51h 37mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 28/10C$ 3,267

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Sat 17/16:20 p.m.YOW - CMB

2 stops53h 25mMultiple Airlines

Mon 2/212:50 p.m.CMB - YOW

2 stops39h 23mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 26/10C$ 1,865

Sat 17/15:45 a.m.YOW - CMB

3 stops26h 10mEmirates

Mon 2/29:50 p.m.CMB - YOW

2 stops28h 58mEmirates

Deal found 26/10C$ 1,892

Tue 20/15:45 a.m.YOW - CMB

3 stops26h 10mEmirates

Mon 9/21:45 a.m.CMB - YOW

2 stops49h 03mEmirates

Deal found 27/10C$ 2,016

Mon 10/112:05 p.m.YOW - CMB

2 stops31h 45mMultiple Airlines

Sat 29/112:20 a.m.CMB - YOW

1 stop22h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 28/10C$ 2,127

Fri 2/16:20 p.m.YOW - CMB

2 stops26h 30mMultiple Airlines

Fri 20/25:05 p.m.CMB - YOW

2 stops26h 48mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 27/10C$ 2,216

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Mon 10/114:45 p.m.YOW - CMB

2 stops22h 40mMultiple Airlines

Sun 30/117:30 p.m.CMB - YOW

2 stops39h 42mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 28/10C$ 1,924

Wed 26/118:00 p.m.YOW - CMB

2 stops54h 00mMultiple Airlines

Wed 31/1212:35 a.m.CMB - YOW

2 stops51h 37mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 28/10C$ 3,267

Fri 28/114:45 p.m.YOW - CMB

2 stops23h 30mMultiple Airlines

Wed 31/123:25 a.m.CMB - YOW

2 stops25h 31mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 27/10C$ 3,053

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Sat 28/38:40 a.m.YOW - CMB

3 stops32h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 26/10C$ 872

Tue 31/36:45 p.m.YOW - CMB

3 stops41h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 26/10C$ 894

Mon 30/36:45 p.m.YOW - CMB

3 stops41h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 26/10C$ 935

Sun 29/34:55 p.m.YOW - CMB

2 stops30h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 26/10C$ 1,006

Fri 27/34:55 p.m.YOW - CMB

2 stops23h 30mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 26/10C$ 1,063

Thu 26/36:00 a.m.YOW - CMB

3 stops34h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 26/10C$ 1,072

Wed 25/36:45 p.m.YOW - CMB

3 stops35h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 26/10C$ 1,075

Cheap flight deals from Ottawa to Colombo

Round-trip from	C$ 1,776
One-way from	C$ 872
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	October
Average price	C$ 1,611

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4 total stops
56h 18m total
Ottawa to Colombo

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32h 40m total
Ottawa to Colombo

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OttawaColombo

YOW - CMB

YOWCMB

Ottawa

Sat 17/1

6:20 p.m.-10:15 a.m.

2 stops53h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 2/2

12:50 p.m.-5:43 p.m.

2 stops39h 23m

C$ 1,865

OttawaColombo

YOW - CMB

YOWCMB

Ottawa

Sat 17/1

5:45 a.m.-6:25 p.m.

3 stops26h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 2/2

9:50 p.m.-4:18 p.m.

2 stops28h 58m

C$ 1,892

OttawaColombo

YOW - CMB

YOWCMB

Ottawa

Tue 20/1

5:45 a.m.-6:25 p.m.

3 stops26h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 9/2

1:45 a.m.-4:18 p.m.

2 stops49h 03m

C$ 2,016

OttawaColombo

YOW - CMB

YOWCMB

Ottawa

Mon 10/11

2:05 p.m.-8:20 a.m.

2 stops31h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 29/11

2:20 a.m.-2:30 p.m.

1 stop22h 40m

C$ 2,127

OttawaColombo

YOW - CMB

YOWCMB

Ottawa

Fri 2/1

6:20 p.m.-7:20 a.m.

2 stops26h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 20/2

5:05 p.m.-9:23 a.m.

2 stops26h 48m

C$ 2,216

OttawaColombo

YOW - CMB

YOWCMB

Ottawa

Sat 28/3

8:40 a.m.-2:50 a.m.

3 stops32h 40m

C$ 872

OttawaColombo

YOW - CMB

YOWCMB

Ottawa

Tue 31/3

6:45 p.m.-9:55 p.m.

3 stops41h 40m

C$ 894

OttawaColombo

YOW - CMB

YOWCMB

Ottawa

Mon 30/3

6:45 p.m.-9:55 p.m.

3 stops41h 40m

C$ 935

OttawaColombo

YOW - CMB

YOWCMB

Ottawa

Sun 29/3

4:55 p.m.-9:00 a.m.

2 stops30h 35m

C$ 1,006

OttawaColombo

YOW - CMB

YOWCMB

Ottawa

Fri 27/3

4:55 p.m.-1:55 a.m.

2 stops23h 30m

C$ 1,063

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Ottawa to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Ottawa to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, you should look to book at least 39 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Ottawa to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of C$ 1,485). Flying from Ottawa to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,879). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from YOW to CMB?

When flying from Ottawa to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 16% versus a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Ottawa to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Ottawa to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Colombo

Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates,Air France, andAir Canada from Ottawa to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Emirates

8.1

Very good

3,394 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Wasima,Jan 2024

YYZ - DXB

It was a pleasure journey! Emirates improved their services and I am glad that they are doing well.

Emirates

8.1

Very good

3,394 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very good

3,394 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Wasima,Jan 2024

YYZ - DXB

It was a pleasure journey! Emirates improved their services and I am glad that they are doing well.

Air France

7.4

Good

1,482 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very good

3,394 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Wasima,Jan 2024

YYZ - DXB

It was a pleasure journey! Emirates improved their services and I am glad that they are doing well.

Air Canada

7.1

Good

10,372 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very good

3,394 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Wasima,Jan 2024

YYZ - DXB

It was a pleasure journey! Emirates improved their services and I am glad that they are doing well.

SriLankan Airlines

6.9

Okay

76 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very good

3,394 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Wasima,Jan 2024

YYZ - DXB

It was a pleasure journey! Emirates improved their services and I am glad that they are doing well.

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What airport do you fly from for flights from Ottawa to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl?
Most people fly from Ottawa (YOW) if they book a flight from Ottawa to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl. On average, Ottawa has 0 outbound flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl per day from 4 airlines. Ottawa is conveniently located just 10.6 km from Ottawa’s city centre.
How long is the flight from Ottawa to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Airlines like Emirates fly from Ottawa to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in about 26h 10m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . Ottawa and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport are separated by a distance of 13679 km.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Ottawa to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport round-trip?
According to our current data, Emirates (C$ 1,487), SriLankan Airlines (C$ 1,570), and Air France (C$ 1,577) offers the cheapest pricing from Ottawa to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. You may be able to fly from Ottawa to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport for 24% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.
Can I find deals for flights from Ottawa to Colombo that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Ottawa to Colombo flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Ottawa to Colombo?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Ottawa to Colombo.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Ottawa to Colombo?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Ottawa to Colombo by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Ottawa to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of C$ 1,485). Flying from Ottawa to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,879). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Emirates	CheapestC$ 1,487	AverageC$ 2,172	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Emirates flights
SriLankan Airlines	CheapestC$ 1,570	AverageC$ 1,605	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search SriLankan Airlines flights
Air France	CheapestC$ 1,577	AverageC$ 1,721	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Air France flights
Air Canada	CheapestC$ 1,823	AverageC$ 2,011	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time67%	Search Air Canada flights

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Cheap flights from Ottawa to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from C$ 872

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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Ottawa to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl are usually found in October or September, booked 39 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

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Reviews of airlines servicing Colombo

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