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Flight deals from Islamabad to Colombo

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Islamabad Airport to Colombo? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from RM2,911. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Colombo.RM1,269 per passenger.Departing Mon, 25 May.One-way flight with SalamAir.Outbound indirect flight with SalamAir, departs from Islamabad on Mon, 25 May, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,269, select.
Colombo.RM1,269 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Jun.One-way flight with SalamAir.Outbound indirect flight with SalamAir, departs from Islamabad on Wed, 3 Jun, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,269, select.
Colombo.RM1,272 per passenger.Departing Sun, 20 Sep.One-way flight with SalamAir.Outbound indirect flight with SalamAir, departs from Islamabad on Sun, 20 Sep, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,272, select.
Colombo.RM1,327 per passenger.Departing Sat, 18 Jul.One-way flight with SalamAir.Outbound indirect flight with SalamAir, departs from Islamabad on Sat, 18 Jul, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,327, select.
Colombo.RM1,516 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Islamabad on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,516, select.
Colombo.RM1,525 per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Feb.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Islamabad on Mon, 8 Feb, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,525, select.
Colombo.RM1,528 per passenger.Departing Thu, 22 Oct.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Islamabad on Thu, 22 Oct, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,528, select.
Colombo.RM1,528 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Nov.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Islamabad on Thu, 5 Nov, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,528, select.
Colombo.RM1,530 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Apr.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Islamabad on Thu, 1 Apr, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,530, select.
Colombo.RM1,641 per passenger.Departing Tue, 5 Jan.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Islamabad on Tue, 5 Jan, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,641, select.
Colombo.RM1,784 per passenger.Departing Sun, 16 Aug.One-way flight with PIA.Outbound indirect flight with PIA, departs from Islamabad on Sun, 16 Aug, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,784, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Islamabad to Colombo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Islamabad to Colombo flights are currently cheapest in May.
May
from RM1,275
Jun
from RM1,275
Jul
from RM1,334
Aug
from RM1,792
Sep
from RM1,278
Oct
from RM1,535
Nov
from RM1,535
Dec
from RM1,523
Jan
from RM1,649
Feb
from RM1,533
Mar
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Apr
from RM1,537

Alternative Islamabad to Colombo routes

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

Kelaniya

10km from central Colombo
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Colombo Ratmalana

13km from central Colombo
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Colombo Bandaranayake

27km from central Colombo
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from RM1,275
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Bentota River

52km from central Colombo
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Katugastota

72km from central Colombo
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Islamabad to Colombo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRM1,275
Cheapest month to flyJune

Finding cheap flights from Islamabad to Colombo: Frequently asked questions

There are 5 airports in Colombo: Kelaniya, Colombo Ratmalana, Colombo Bandaranayake, Bentota River, and Katugastota.
The best price we found for a return flight from Islamabad to Colombo is RM2,842. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Islamabad to Colombo. But we found flights with one or more stops from RM2,842.
As of May 2026, there are no flights flying from Islamabad to Colombo.
The cheapest month to fly from Islamabad to Colombo is usually May.
If you're flying from Islamabad Airport, the cheapest airport near Colombo is Colombo Bandaranayake – which is 27.5 km away from the centre of Colombo. We've found flights into this airport from RM2,842.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Islamabad Airport to Colombo on Monday, 11 May 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Islamabad Airport and Colombo. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 May, the average temperature is usually around 28°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, SalamAir offers the cheapest flight tickets to Colombo.

Flying from Islamabad International Airport (ISB) to Colombo: what you need to know

  • Colombo is 30 minutes ahead of Islamabad, where Islamabad International Airport is located. Colombo observes the UTC+5:30 timezone.

  • For a relaxed start to your ISB to Colombo flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during high season in general.

  • We make it easy to book plane tickets from ISB to Colombo with a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:

    • Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)

    • Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)

    • Jinnah International Airport (KHI)

  • The journey from central Islamabad to ISB takes about 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Planning to catch an early flight from Islamabad International Airport to Colombo? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to ISB:

  • 71.38% of flights that leave from Islamabad International Airport reach their destination on schedule.

How to find the cheapest flights from Islamabad International Airport (ISB) to Colombo

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Islamabad International Airport to Colombo flight is RM1,269. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM2,842. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To find cheap flights from ISB to Colombo, book in advance. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.

  • Scoring cheap tickets from Islamabad International Airport to Colombo is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to access the lowest prices across the month and score an incredible deal.

  • Locking in a cheap flight from ISB to Colombo couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll let you know as soon as the price has dropped.

  • Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Islamabad International Airport to Colombo by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'

Airports in Colombo

Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)

  • Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) is around 16 kilometres from the centre of Colombo. If you're grabbing a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 40 minutes.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 15 minutes.

  • The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Islamabad International Airport to Colombo. Reserve one of these accommodation options near RML instead:

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is about 32 kilometres from the centre of Colombo. Once you've hopped off your flight from Islamabad International Airport to Colombo, it'll take you around 40 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.

  • You can expect the trip to take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.

  • You'll find some great places to call home for the night near CMB. Kick back and get cosy after your ISB to Colombo flight at any of these perfectly located options:

  • Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or slow-moving cab lines. Pick up a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Check out the availability and rates from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion and Sixt.

  • Get what you want, not just what's left over. Booking your ride from CMB two weeks ahead of time often means better deals and a greater selection of vehicles.

Best time to go to Colombo

  • Travel to Colombo during peak season if you prefer a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Islamabad International Airport to Colombo during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.

  • The warmest month in Colombo is March, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your Islamabad International Airport to Colombo plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.

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

More about Colombo

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Colombo right here. Explore these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Islamabad International Airport to Colombo:

  • Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall, Gangaramaya Temple and Viharamahadevi Park are essential stops on your Colombo itinerary.

Explore more of Sri Lanka

  • Jaffna is just one of the many cities in Sri Lanka waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Colombo. Around 306 kilometres away to the north, top sights here include Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library.

  • Trincomalee is another sought-after destination in Sri Lanka and is around 241 kilometres north-east of Colombo. No journey is complete without visiting Koneswaram Temple, Fort Frederick and Marble Beach.

Plan the rest of your trip from Islamabad to Colombo

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