Flight Routes from Rome to Colombo

Compare cheap outbound and return flights from Rome (ROM) to Colombo (CMB) and find the best offer from numerous airlines and travel agencies.

Trip type
Fastest flight
Flight distance
7,620 km
Time difference
Airports in Rome
  1. Fiumicino
  2. Ciampino

Flight schedule from Rome (ROM) to Colombo (CMB)

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Matching outbound flightsROM–CMB · 5 of 5
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  1. October 11 – 17, 2026
  2. October 18 – 24, 2026
  3. October 25 – 31, 2026
    1. FCOCMB
      1 stopover
      1. Emirates Airline
    2. FCOCMB
      1 stopover
      1. Air Arabia
    3. FCOCMB
      1 stopover
      1. Air Arabia
    4. FCOCMB
      1 stopover
      1. Emirates Airline
    5. FCOCMB
      1 stopover
      1. Emirates Airline

      Tips and tricks to help you find cheap flights from Rome to Colombo

      Favorite airline: Etihad Airways
      30 % of flights from Rome to Colombo are booked with Etihad Airways.
      Etihad Airways
      30 %
      Qatar Airways
      21 %
      Wizz Air Malta
      14 %
      Favourite connection: via Abu Dhabi
      Flights with a stopover in Abu Dhabi are the most popular connection for this route.
      Route
      bookings
      1 stopover Abu Dhabi
      15h 25min, from 547 $
      40 %
      1 stopover Doha International Airport
      14h 25min, from 659 $
      27 %
      2 stopovers Amman - Queen Alia International Airport Doha International Airport
      20h 55min, from 716 $
      13 %

      Important flight information

      Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

      How long is the flight from Rome to Colombo?
      The route from Rome to Colombo is served by connecting flights with one stop. These typically take around 12 hours 15 minutes, depending on the layover time and the connection chosen. If travel time matters to you, look especially for connections with a short layover.
      Are there nonstop flights from Rome to Colombo?
      No, there are currently no nonstop flights from Rome to Colombo. However, you can reach Colombo with a one-stop connecting flight. Allow extra travel time for the connection and pay close attention to the length of the layover.
      Which airlines fly from Rome to Colombo?
      Flights from Rome to Colombo are available with one stop, operated by, among others, Emirates (via Dubai), Etihad Airways (via Abu Dhabi) and Air India (via Delhi). When comparing options, look beyond the fare and consider the total travel time and the length of the layover.

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