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Find cheap flights to Jaffna in 2026/2027 from $1,289 This is the cheapest return flight found to Jaffna from USA on FlightsFinder on March 11th 2026 at 18:19. This offer may no longer be available. Click the offer to check live prices & dates of travel.
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According to our data, April is on average the cheapest time to book flights to Jaffna.
You can get flights from $1,289 return.
According to our data, March is on average the most expensive time to book flights to Jaffna.
A return flight could set you back more than $2,293.
Nestled in the northern tip of Sri Lanka, Jaffna is a city steeped in history and cultural richness. With its vibrant mix of Tamil heritage, colonial influence, and modern development, Jaffna offers visitors a unique and immersive experience. Explore ancient temples, bustling markets, and pristine beaches, all while indulging in the mouthwatering local cuisine. The resilient spirit of its people shines through in the city's rebuilt infrastructure and welcoming atmosphere. Whether you're a history buff, a food enthusiast, or a nature lover, Jaffna has something to offer every type of traveler.
A good price for a flight to Jaffna is $1160 - $1418.
The popular airports near the city of Jaffna are Jaffna International Airport (JAF) and Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) in Sri Lanka.
The flight to Jaffna (JAF) is roughly 21 hours 5 minutes and 9,268 miles (14,915 kilometres) from Atlanta, USA - Georgia, Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL).
The best way is to compare flights to Jaffna from leading comparison sites using our search engine dashboard.
We have currently found no direct flights to Jaffna.
Here is the average weather forecast in Jaffna by month:
• Jan: 83°F
• Feb: 86°F
• Mar: 89°F
• Apr: 92°F
• May: 92°F
• Jun: 91°F
• Jul: 91°F
• Aug: 90°F
• Sep: 90°F
• Oct: 87°F
• Nov: 85°F
• Dec: 83°F
The main airport in Jaffna, Palaly Airport, is located approximately 17 kilometers from the city center.
Typically, flights are cheapest to Jaffna 2 months before departure.
Studies show flights to Jaffna are typically cheaper on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
85.9 °F
Sun, 15 Mar 2026
Average Temperature
83°F
Jan
86°F
Feb
89°F
Mar
92°F
Apr
92°F
May
91°F
Jun
91°F
Jul
90°F
Aug
90°F
Sep
87°F
Oct
85°F
Nov
83°F
Dec
Atlanta, USA - Georgia, Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL) to Jaffna (JAF)
Distance:
9,268 miles (14,915 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 21 hours 5 minutes)
Los Angeles, USA - California, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Jaffna (JAF)
Distance:
9,181 miles (14,775 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 20 hours 54 minutes)
New York, USA - John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Jaffna (JAF)
Distance:
8,574 miles (13,798 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 19 hours 33 minutes)
Dallas, USA - Dallas, Texas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Jaffna (JAF)
Distance:
9,481 miles (15,258 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 21 hours 34 minutes)
Denver, USA - Colorado, Airport - Denver International Airport (DEN) to Jaffna (JAF)
Distance:
8,993 miles (14,472 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 20 hours 29 minutes)
San Francisco, USA - California, San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Jaffna (JAF)
Distance:
8,854 miles (14,249 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 20 hours 10 minutes)
Seattle, USA - Airport - Seattle Tacoma International, Washington (SEA) to Jaffna (JAF)
Distance:
8,250 miles (13,277 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 18 hours 49 minutes)
Las Vegas, USA - Nevada, McCarran International Airport (LAS) to Jaffna (JAF)
Distance:
9,116 miles (14,671 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 20 hours 45 minutes)
Orlando, USA - Florida, Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Jaffna (JAF)
Distance:
9,518 miles (15,317 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 21 hours 39 minutes)
Charlotte, USA - North Carolina, Douglas International Airport (CLT) to Jaffna (JAF)
Distance:
9,089 miles (14,627 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 20 hours 41 minutes)
Phoenix, USA - Arizona, Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) to Jaffna (JAF)
Distance:
9,346 miles (15,041 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 21 hours 16 minutes)
Houston, USA - Texas, Airport - George Bush Intercontinental (IAH) to Jaffna (JAF)
Distance:
9,672 miles (15,565 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 21 hours 59 minutes)
Miami, USA - Florida, Miami International Airport (MIA) to Jaffna (JAF)
Distance:
9,646 miles (15,524 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 21 hours 56 minutes)
Boston, USA - Massachusetts, Edward L. Logan International Airport (BOS) to Jaffna (JAF)
Distance:
8,396 miles (13,512 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 19 hours 9 minutes)
Minneapolis, USA - Minnesota, Airport - St. Paul International (MSP) to Jaffna (JAF)
Distance:
8,636 miles (13,898 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 19 hours 41 minutes)
Fort Lauderdale, USA - Florida, Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to Jaffna (JAF)
Distance:
9,625 miles (15,490 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 21 hours 53 minutes)
Detroit, USA - Michigan, Airport - Metropolitan Wayne County International (DTW) to Jaffna (JAF)
Distance:
8,693 miles (13,991 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 19 hours 49 minutes)
Philadelphia, USA - Pennsylvania, Airport - Philadelphia International (PHL) to Jaffna (JAF)
Distance:
8,659 miles (13,935 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 19 hours 44 minutes)
Baltimore, USA - Maryland, Baltimore/Washington International Airport (BWI) to Jaffna (JAF)
Distance:
8,738 miles (14,063 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 19 hours 55 minutes)
Salt Lake City, USA - Utah, Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to Jaffna (JAF)
Distance:
8,859 miles (14,256 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 20 hours 11 minutes)
San Diego, USA - California, San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Jaffna (JAF)
Distance:
9,286 miles (14,944 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 21 hours 8 minutes)
Tampa, USA - Florida, Tampa International Airport (TPA) to Jaffna (JAF)
Distance:
9,580 miles (15,417 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 21 hours 47 minutes)
Portland, USA - International Airport, Oregon (PDX) to Jaffna (JAF)
Distance:
8,359 miles (13,453 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 19 hours 4 minutes)
From New York (JFK), USA to Jaffna, Sri Lanka (JAF): $2,293
Depart: 19 Mar 2026 · Return: 26 Mar 2026 Price found 12 Mar 2026, 00:47
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