Doha, QatarColombo, Sri Lanka

Flights from Doha to Colombo

Nonstop flights from Doha (DOH) to Colombo (CMB) take about 5h 1m (3,613 km). SriLankan Airlines and Qatar Airways fly it. Lowest fare seen: $173 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Colombo

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Airlines flying Doha to Colombo

Carriers on DOH–CMB according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ SriLankan Airlinesnonstop fare seen✈ Qatar Airwaysnonstop fare seen

Doha to Colombo fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Feb 2027, from $173 one-way. With stops: Mar 2027, from $167. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

Departing	Nonstop from	Cheaper with stops
Oct 2026	$22527 Oct 2026 · SriLankan Airlines	—
Nov 2026	$24313 Nov 2026 · SriLankan Airlines	$219 · 1 stop13 Nov 2026
Dec 2026	$33514 Dec 2026 · Qatar Airways	$255 · 1 stop14 Dec 2026
Jan 2027	$2415 Jan 2027 · SriLankan Airlines	$174 · 1 stop12 Jan 2027
Feb 2027	$17314 Feb 2027 · SriLankan Airlines	—
Mar 2027	$3258 Mar 2027 · Qatar Airways	$167 · 1 stop8 Mar 2027
Aug 2027	$34231 Aug 2027 · Qatar Airways	$177 · 1 stop31 Aug 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

Later departures were cheaper: from $167 in March 2027, against $219 for November 2026.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 5 of 5 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Doha to Colombo, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Colombo

Based on weather and travel conditions in Sri Lanka

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Sri Lanka has two coasts with opposite monsoon patterns. West coast (Colombo, Galle) is best Dec–March; east coast (Trincomalee, Arugam Bay) is best June–September.

Peak season: December – March (west), June – September (east)

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Frequently asked questions — Doha to Colombo flights

How long is the flight from Doha to Colombo?

A nonstop flight from Doha (DOH) to Colombo (CMB) takes about 5h 1m, covering 3,613 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.

How far is Doha from Colombo by air?

The great-circle distance between Hamad International Airport and Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport is 3,613 km (2,245 miles), a long-haul route.

Which airlines fly from Doha to Colombo?

Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the DOH–CMB route include SriLankan Airlines and Qatar Airways. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.

How much does a flight from Doha to Colombo cost?

The lowest one-way fare seen recently on DOH–CMB was $173 USD with SriLankan Airlines (nonstop), departing 14 Feb 2027, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Doha to Colombo?

In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in March 2027 were cheapest, from $167 one-way, against $255 for December 2026, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.

Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Doha to Colombo?

In the fares we saw (22 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $167 with one stop against $173 nonstop, a saving of $6. Nonstop saves the connection time.

Do I need a visa to travel from Qatar to Sri Lanka?

It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Sri Lanka visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.

What is the best time to visit Colombo?

Sri Lanka has two coasts with opposite monsoon patterns. West coast (Colombo, Galle) is best Dec–March; east coast (Trincomalee, Arugam Bay) is best June–September.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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