New York to Colombo (JFK–CMB) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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New York to Colombo
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
+9.5h ahead 17 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between JFK and CMB, connecting options are available through 17 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for JFK to CMB.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
17
Hubs
~23h
Fastest
~43h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,173
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Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+9.5h
Colombo is 9.5 hours ahead of New York.
JFK: EDT · CMB: +0530

When it's 6:00 PM in New York, it's 3.5:00 AM (next day) in Colombo.
Getting to JFK

The AirTrain connects JFK to the NYC subway and Long Island Rail Road at Jamaica Station (Howard Beach is the other connection point). Subway fare plus AirTrain totals $9.25 from midtown Manhattan; allow 60–75 minutes. LIRR from Penn Station takes 25–30 minutes to Jamaica, then 8–10 minutes on AirTrain; total fare around $10–15 depending on time of day.Taxis from Manhattan to JFK are a flat rate of $70 plus tolls and tip ($85–95 all-in). Ride-shares cost $45–80 depending on traffic and time of day. A dedicated express rail (JFK Connect) has been proposed but does not exist yet.

Facts

JFK–CMB Quick Facts

Key statistics for the New York to Colombo route.
Route details
Time difference+9.5 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections17 hubs
Origin: JFK
Full nameJohn F. Kennedy International Airport
IATA / ICAOJFK / KJFK
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr63.3M
Elevation13 ft / 4 m
Destination: CMB
Full nameBandaranaike International Colombo Airport
IATA / ICAOCMB / VCBI
TimezoneAsia/Colombo
Passengers/yr8.8M
Elevation30 ft / 9 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about JFK to CMB flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through KWI, NRT, FRA, IST, CDG, ZRH, DOH, DXB, AUH, PVG, BOM, DEL, JED, HKG, SIN, CAN and ICN. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Colombo is 9.5 hours ahead of New York.
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See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

17 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 23 hours via KWI. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.