Cheap flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from C$ 690

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YVR — CMB
3 Aug — 10 Aug1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Vancouver Intl to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl are usually found in September or October, booked 62 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Vancouver Intl to Colombo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Vancouver Intl (YVR) to Colombo (CMB). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 29 July 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 1,556

One-way from

C$ 690

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

C$ 2,004
Cathay Pacific
  • Cathay Pacific
  • 19/9-29/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 67h 40m total
  • Vancouver to Colombo
5/9
  • 5/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 56h 05m total
  • Vancouver to Colombo
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (C$ 310 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (C$ 65 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

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Cheapest flights from Vancouver Intl to Colombo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Vancouver Intl to Colombo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 29 July 2025.

Fri 19/912:25 a.m.YVR - CMB
2 stops34h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 29/912:50 a.m.CMB - YVR
1 stop33h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/7C$ 1,556
Mon 3/1112:30 p.m.YVR - CMB
1 stop21h 30mCathay Pacific
Sat 15/1112:45 a.m.CMB - YVR
1 stop33h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 29/7C$ 1,612
Fri 26/98:50 a.m.YVR - CMB
2 stops31h 55mTurkish Airlines
Fri 17/1010:15 p.m.CMB - YVR
1 stop31h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 29/7C$ 1,642
Mon 18/812:25 p.m.YVR - CMB
2 stops30h 25mAir India
Tue 23/95:05 p.m.CMB - YVR
1 stop26h 25mAir India
Deal found 26/7C$ 1,679

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Vancouver Intl to Colombo that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 629,999 searches. Data last updated 29 July 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport that are best for you.

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Vancouver Intl

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Colombo

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Depart

Return

Price

VancouverColombo

YVR - CMB

YVRCMB

Vancouver Intl

Fri 19/9

12:25 a.m.-11:30 p.m.

2 stops34h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 29/9

12:50 a.m.-9:25 p.m.

1 stop33h 05m

C$ 1,556

VancouverColombo

YVR - CMB

YVRCMB

Vancouver Intl

Mon 3/11

12:30 p.m.-11:30 p.m.

1 stop21h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 15/11

12:45 a.m.-8:35 p.m.

1 stop33h 20m

C$ 1,612

VancouverColombo

YVR - CMB

YVRCMB

Vancouver Intl

Fri 26/9

8:50 a.m.-5:15 a.m.

2 stops31h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 17/10

10:15 p.m.-5:05 p.m.

1 stop31h 20m

C$ 1,642

VancouverColombo

YVR - CMB

YVRCMB

Vancouver Intl

Mon 18/8

12:25 p.m.-7:20 a.m.

2 stops30h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 23/9

5:05 p.m.-7:00 a.m.

1 stop26h 25m

C$ 1,679

VancouverColombo

YVR - CMB

YVRCMB

Vancouver Intl

Fri 5/9

1:20 a.m.-9:55 p.m.

3 stops56h 05m

C$ 690

VancouverColombo

YVR - CMB

YVRCMB

Vancouver Intl

Tue 18/11

12:05 a.m.-11:30 p.m.

1 stop33h 55m

C$ 824

VancouverColombo

YVR - CMB

YVRCMB

Vancouver Intl

Thu 30/10

11:10 p.m.-11:30 p.m.

1 stop35h 50m

C$ 1,017

VancouverColombo

YVR - CMB

YVRCMB

Vancouver Intl

Fri 31/10

11:00 a.m.-4:05 p.m.

1 stop40h 35m

C$ 1,030

VancouverColombo

YVR - CMB

YVRCMB

Vancouver Intl

Mon 1/12

11:15 a.m.-9:05 p.m.

2 stops44h 20m

C$ 1,103

VancouverColombo

YVR - CMB

YVRCMB

Vancouver Intl

Tue 2/12

7:05 p.m.-1:20 p.m.

1 stop28h 45m

C$ 1,154

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Deals found on 28/7

Best time to book a flight from Vancouver Intl to Colombo

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Vancouver Intl to Colombo. Price data was last updated on 25 July 2025.

The best time to book flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is 62 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of C$ 1,342). Flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,808). 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 YVR to CMB?

Find hourly flight availability from Vancouver Intl to Colombo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 29 July 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 14% on flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Vancouver Intl to Colombo. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

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

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Vancouver Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Share of one-stop round-trip flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Hong Kong (HKG) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 82% of one-stop itineraries from Vancouver Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

New Delhi (DEL) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of C$ 1,867.

What’s the fastest layover option from Vancouver Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Dubai (DXB) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 6h 50m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Istanbul (IST) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 54m.

Reviews of airlines servicing Colombo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Colombo. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Colombo. Reviews last updated 29 July 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, such as Cathay Pacific,Turkish Airlines, andAir China. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.3

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.9

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Douglas,Jun 2025

MNL - HKG

Flight attendant was very helpful in finding something simple to eat as opposed to a full meal. I appreciated her efforts to make it a comfortable flight.

Food

7.3

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.9

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Douglas,Jun 2025

MNL - HKG

Flight attendant was very helpful in finding something simple to eat as opposed to a full meal. I appreciated her efforts to make it a comfortable flight.

Food

7.3

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.9

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Douglas,Jun 2025

MNL - HKG

Flight attendant was very helpful in finding something simple to eat as opposed to a full meal. I appreciated her efforts to make it a comfortable flight.

Food

7.3

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.9

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Douglas,Jun 2025

MNL - HKG

Flight attendant was very helpful in finding something simple to eat as opposed to a full meal. I appreciated her efforts to make it a comfortable flight.

Food

7.3

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.9

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Douglas,Jun 2025

MNL - HKG

Flight attendant was very helpful in finding something simple to eat as opposed to a full meal. I appreciated her efforts to make it a comfortable flight.

Food

7.3

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.9

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Douglas,Jun 2025

MNL - HKG

Flight attendant was very helpful in finding something simple to eat as opposed to a full meal. I appreciated her efforts to make it a comfortable flight.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Vancouver Intl to Colombo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport round-trip?

    According to our current data, Cathay Pacific (C$ 1,612), Turkish Airlines (C$ 1,642), and Air India (C$ 1,679) offers the cheapest pricing from Vancouver Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. Users have found that Cathay Pacific is 14% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Cathay Pacific. According to our data, you can fly for as low as C$ 824. Users have also found prices from C$ 1,017 and C$ 1,030 on Air Canada and Air India, respectively.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Hong Kong?

    If you're on a layover in Hong Kong and looking for things to do, consider visiting Shatin Baptist Church, Hong Kong Disneyland, or Mid-levels Escalators. Travelers on a layover in Hong Kong can visit Shatin Baptist Church, Hong Kong Disneyland, and Mid-levels Escalators, by traveling 29.5 km, 12.6 km, and 24.5 km, respectively after landing at Hong Kong Intl.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Seattle?

    Most Seattle visitors opt to spend their time at Pike Place Market, Seattle Center, and Seattle Waterfront. Pike Place Market, Seattle Center, and Seattle Waterfront can be accessed by travelling approximately 18.1 km, 19.3 km, and 17.5 km, respectively from Seattle/Tacoma Intl. Those looking to explore during their layover in Seattle can rent a car from Seattle/Tacoma Intl for about C$ 91 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Vancouver Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights?

  • Can I find deals for flights from Vancouver Intl to Colombo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Vancouver Intl to Colombo flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Vancouver Intl to Colombo?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Vancouver Intl to Colombo.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Vancouver Intl to Colombo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Vancouver Intl 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 Vancouver Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of C$ 1,342). Flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,808). 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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Air IndiaCheapestC$ 1,191AverageC$ 1,837FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestC$ 1,214AverageC$ 1,950FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestC$ 1,438AverageC$ 1,689FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Air ChinaCheapestC$ 1,521AverageC$ 1,748FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Cathay PacificCheapestC$ 1,556AverageC$ 1,791FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestC$ 1,557AverageC$ 2,049FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapestC$ 1,562AverageC$ 1,747FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 1,843AverageC$ 2,139FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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