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      Flight deals from Zurich to Colombo

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Zurich Airport to Colombo? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from AED 2,678. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.
      Colombo.AED 1,081 per passenger.Departing Tue, Sep 22.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departing from Zurich on Tue, Sep 22, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 1,081, select.
      Colombo.AED 1,097 per passenger.Departing Wed, Aug 19.One-way flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departing from Zurich on Wed, Aug 19, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 1,097, select.
      Colombo.AED 1,200 per passenger.Departing Tue, Mar 2.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departing from Zurich on Tue, Mar 2, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 1,200, select.
      Colombo.AED 1,314 per passenger.Departing Fri, Dec 4.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departing from Zurich on Fri, Dec 4, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 1,314, select.
      Colombo.AED 1,317 per passenger.Departing Mon, Oct 19.One-way flight with AJet.Outbound indirect flight with AJet, departing from Zurich on Mon, Oct 19, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 1,317, select.
      Colombo.AED 1,329 per passenger.Departing Mon, Nov 23.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departing from Zurich on Mon, Nov 23, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 1,329, select.
      Colombo.AED 1,342 per passenger.Departing Wed, Feb 24.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departing from Zurich on Wed, Feb 24, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 1,342, select.
      Colombo.AED 1,405 per passenger.Departing Mon, Jan 18.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departing from Zurich on Mon, Jan 18, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 1,405, select.
      Colombo.AED 1,422 per passenger.Departing Tue, Jul 28.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departing from Zurich on Tue, Jul 28, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 1,422, select.
      Colombo.AED 1,437 per passenger.Departing Fri, May 7.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departing from Zurich on Fri, May 7, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 1,437, select.
      Colombo.AED 1,441 per passenger.Departing Thu, Apr 1.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departing from Zurich on Thu, Apr 1, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 1,441, select.
      Colombo.AED 1,463 per passenger.Departing Mon, Jun 14.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departing from Zurich on Mon, Jun 14, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 1,463, select.
      Colombo.AED 2,125 per passenger.Departing Thu, Jul 1.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departing from Zurich on Thu, Jul 1, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 2,125, select.
      Colombo.AED 2,956 per passenger.Departing Mon, Dec 7.One-way flight with SWISS.Outbound direct flight with SWISS departing from Zurich on Mon, Dec 7, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 2,956, select.
      Colombo.AED 3,168 per passenger.Departing Mon, Feb 8.One-way flight with SWISS.Outbound direct flight with SWISS departing from Zurich on Mon, Feb 8, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 3,168, select.
      Colombo.AED 3,226 per passenger.Departing Mon, Mar 1.One-way flight with Edelweiss Air.Outbound direct flight with Edelweiss Air departing from Zurich on Mon, Mar 1, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 3,226, select.

      Find the cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Colombo

      We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Zurich to Colombo flights are currently cheapest in September.
      Jul
      from AED 1,422
      Aug
      from AED 1,097
      Sep
      from AED 1,081
      Oct
      from AED 1,317
      Nov
      from AED 1,329
      Dec
      from AED 1,314
      Jan
      from AED 1,405
      Feb
      from AED 1,342
      Mar
      from AED 1,200
      Apr
      from AED 1,441
      May
      from AED 1,437
      Jun
      from AED 1,463

      Direct flights from Zurich to Colombo

      Alternative Zurich to Colombo routes

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

      Colombo Ratmalana

      13km from central Colombo
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      Colombo Bandaranayake

      27km from central Colombo
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      from AED 1,081
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      Zurich to Colombo: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight foundAED 1,081
      Cheapest month to flySeptember
      Average flight time9 hrs, 43 mins
      Most popular airlineLufthansa
      Average flights per week24

      Finding cheap flights from Zurich to Colombo: Frequently asked questions

      There are 2 airports in Colombo: Colombo Ratmalana and Colombo Bandaranayake.
      The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Zurich to Colombo is AED 2,277. 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.
      9 hours and 43 minutes is the average flight time from Zurich to Colombo.
      Lufthansa, Edelweiss Air and SWISS fly direct from Zurich to Colombo.
      There are 8 flights per week flying from Zurich to Colombo, as of July 2026.
      The cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Colombo is usually September.
      If you're flying from Zurich Airport, the cheapest airport near Colombo is Colombo Bandaranayake – which is 27.3 km away from the center of Colombo. We've found flights to this airport from AED 2,277.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Zurich Airport to Colombo on Wednesday, September 30, 2026.
      Yes – the average flight time is 9 hours and 43 minutes.
      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 July, the average temperature is usually around 26°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, AJet and SWISS offer the cheapest flight tickets to Colombo.

      Traveling from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Colombo: what you need to know

      • Expect to be in the air for 11 hours. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Zurich Airport to Colombo.

      • The timezone in Colombo is UTC+5:30. The city is four hours 30 minutes ahead of Zurich, where Zurich Airport is located.

      • Give yourself enough time to catch your ZRH to Colombo flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

      • During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.

      • You can book a direct Zurich Airport to Colombo ticket. Start your trip at ZRH and touch down at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB).

      • Be on the lookout for deals with Edelweiss Air. This airline operates direct flights from Zurich Airport to Colombo.

      • ZRH is around 10 kilometers from central Zurich. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 35 minutes.

      • Have an early flight from Zurich Airport to Colombo? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to ZRH:

      • 69.02% of flights that depart Zurich Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.

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

      • AED 1,081 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Zurich Airport to Colombo flight. Return flight tickets start at AED 2,277. These fares can change based on demand and availability.

      • To score cheap flights from ZRH to Colombo, reserve your trip one month ahead of your departure.

      • The best month for scoring cheap Zurich Airport to Colombo tickets is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.

      • You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's an even better deal on cheap flights from ZRH to Colombo.

      • Snag an affordable flight from Zurich Airport to Colombo with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

      Airports in Colombo

      Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)

      • The distance from Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) to central Colombo is roughly 16 kilometers. It'll take you around 40 minutes to get to the center driving.

      • If you're traveling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.

      • If you're coming in on a late flight from Zurich Airport to Colombo, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near RML:

      Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

      • Once your flight from Zurich Airport to Colombo has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city center in around 40 minutes by car. Central Colombo is roughly 32 kilometers from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB).

      • If you travel by public transport, the ride to the center takes 1 hour 30 minutes or so.

      • You'll find some great places to rest your head close to CMB. Unwind and get cozy after your ZRH to Colombo flight at one of these well-located options:

      • Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion and Sixt make picking up a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car quick and easy. These trusted companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.

      • Avoid potential price surges. Reserving your ride two weeks ahead of your arrival at CMB can help you lock in a better rate.

      Best time to go to Colombo

      • Before securing your flights from Zurich Airport to Colombo, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Colombo offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while low season means you'll get cheaper hotel rates and smaller crowds.

      • The warmest month in Colombo is March, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your Zurich Airport to Colombo plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.

      • If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ZRH to Colombo in January when temperatures average between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).

      More about Colombo

      • After booking your flight from Zurich Airport to Colombo, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Colombo:

      • There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall, Gangaramaya Temple and Viharamahadevi Park are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Colombo itinerary.

      Explore more of Sri Lanka

      • You've seen Colombo, now it's time to explore other corners of Sri Lanka. Journey around 306 kilometers north to Jaffna to check off its top attractions. From Jaffna Fort to Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

      • Trincomalee is another must-experience destination in Sri Lanka and is around 241 kilometers 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 Zurich to Colombo

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