Cheap flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Australia from $389

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 23/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMB — SYD
23 Aug — 30 Aug1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Colombo to Australia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Colombo to Australia flight deals. Data was last updated 18 August 2025.

Round-trip from

$663

One-way from

$389

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,358

Good round-trip deal

$1,700 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,006 or less
8/9-13/9
  • 8/9-13/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 58h 10m total
  • Colombo to Australia
AirAsia
  • AirAsia
  • 23/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 27h 05m total
  • Colombo to Australia
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($429 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($84 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Australia.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Australia.

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Cheapest flights from Colombo to Australia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Colombo to Australia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 August 2025.

Mon 8/922:55CMB - PER
1 stop27h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 13/917:20PER - CMB
1 stop31h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/8$663
Mon 1/910:40CMB - PER
1 stop15h 20mAirAsia
Thu 4/920:30PER - CMB
1 stop27h 55mAirAsia
Deal found 17/8$674
Mon 1/910:40CMB - PER
1 stop15h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 14/923:15PER - CMB
1 stop12h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/8$679
Sun 31/803:30CMB - PER
2 stops22h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/920:30PER - CMB
1 stop15h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/8$697
Tue 30/922:55CMB - PER
1 stop27h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/1017:20PER - CMB
1 stop18h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/8$769
Sun 7/922:55CMB - MEL
3 stops40h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 13/900:30MEL - CMB
2 stops25h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/8$940
Mon 22/922:55CMB - MEL
1 stop26h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/1000:30MEL - CMB
2 stops26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/8$969
Tue 30/922:55CMB - SYD
2 stops26h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/1022:15SYD - CMB
1 stop16h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/8$983
Mon 17/1123:00CMB - SYD
1 stop16h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 24/1121:50SYD - CMB
1 stop17h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/8$992
Fri 5/910:40CMB - MEL
2 stops29h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/907:00MEL - CMB
2 stops34h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/8$994
Sun 7/922:55CMB - MEL
1 stop16h 55mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/1217:55MEL - CMB
2 stops33h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/8$998
Sun 21/903:30CMB - MEL
2 stops22h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 8/1007:00MEL - CMB
1 stop20h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/8$1,010

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Fly from

Colombo

Fly to

Australia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColomboPerth

CMB - PER

CMBPER

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 8/9

22:55-04:30

1 stop27h 05m

Perth

Sat 13/9

17:20-21:55

1 stop31h 05m

$663

ColomboPerth

CMB - PER

CMBPER

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 1/9

10:40-04:30

1 stop15h 20m

Perth

Thu 4/9

20:30-21:55

1 stop27h 55m

$674

ColomboPerth

CMB - PER

CMBPER

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 1/9

10:40-04:30

1 stop15h 20m

Perth

Sun 14/9

23:15-09:40

1 stop12h 55m

$679

ColomboPerth

CMB - PER

CMBPER

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 31/8

03:30-04:30

2 stops22h 30m

Perth

Thu 4/9

20:30-09:40

1 stop15h 40m

$697

ColomboPerth

CMB - PER

CMBPER

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 30/9

22:55-04:30

1 stop27h 05m

Perth

Tue 7/10

17:20-09:40

1 stop18h 50m

$769

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 7/9

22:55-20:15

3 stops40h 50m

Melbourne

Sat 13/9

00:30-21:55

2 stops25h 55m

$940

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 22/9

22:55-05:30

1 stop26h 05m

Melbourne

Sun 12/10

00:30-21:55

2 stops26h 55m

$969

ColomboSydney

CMB - SYD

CMBSYD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 30/9

22:55-06:10

2 stops26h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 7/10

22:15-09:40

1 stop16h 55m

$983

ColomboSydney

CMB - SYD

CMBSYD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 17/11

23:00-20:35

1 stop16h 05m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 24/11

21:50-09:25

1 stop17h 05m

$992

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 5/9

10:40-20:15

2 stops29h 05m

Melbourne

Sun 7/9

07:00-12:50

2 stops34h 20m

$994

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Australia?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Australia (average of $129). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Australia in October is currently the most expensive (average of $171). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CMB to AU?

Find hourly flight availability from Colombo to Australia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 18 August 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Australia as you normally would.

Reviews of airlines servicing Australia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Australia. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Australia. Reviews last updated 18 August 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Thai Airways, andQantas Airways from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Australia to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

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  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Australia one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $389 on AirAsia. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Cathay Pacific from $691 and Singapore Airlines from $1,030 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Australia?

  • What are the cheapest flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Australia?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $976. While the most popular route (Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - Melbourne) can be booked for $863 on average our data indicates $1,479 when flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Australia.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Australia?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Australia (average of $129). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Australia in October is currently the most expensive (average of $171). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AirAsiaCheapest$649Average$839FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$973Average$1,544FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$994Average$1,569FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,010Average$1,395FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,255Average$1,520FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$1,263Average$1,471FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Thai AirwaysCheapest$1,270Average$1,441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$1,500Average$1,878FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,848Average$2,137FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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