How long is the flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Australia?

For as low as $736, AirAsia can have you in Australia from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in 18h 25m. The distance from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Australia is about 5789 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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 $285 on Batik Air. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include AirAsia from $288 and Jetstar from $393 one-way.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Australia ranges from 50.0 - 130.0 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 130.0 mm. September is typically the driest time to visit Australia when rainfall is around 50.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Australia, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 22.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

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

While some choose either Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - Sydney Kingsford Smith or Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - Brisbane, Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - Melbourne is the most popular route 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 $644. While the most popular route (Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - Melbourne) can be booked for $717 on average, our data indicates $1,305 when flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Australia.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Australia?

Before booking your flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Australia, check out the most popular airlines for this route: Singapore Airlines, SriLankan Airlines or Qantas Airways.

Can I find deals for flights from Colombo to Australia that include hotel bookings?

Yes. In addition to deals on Colombo to Australia flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

How can I find direct flights from Colombo to Australia?

After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Colombo to Australia.

Can I find deals for business class flights from Colombo to Australia?

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Colombo to Australia by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Australia (average of $1,213). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Australia in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,786). 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?

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.

How often are flights from Colombo to Australia delayed?

About 23% of weekly flights between Colombo and Australia have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 123 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Colombo to Australia flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Thursday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Colombo to Australia flights?

Over the past year, SriLankan Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 23% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Australia?

The best time to book flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Australia is 74 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

Reviews of airlines servicing Australia

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Qantas Airways, andMalaysia Airlines 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.

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8.2

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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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Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Qantas Airways

7.5

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8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Malaysia Airlines

7.3

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317 reviews

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8.2

Very Good

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1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

SriLankan Airlines

6.8

Okay

87 reviews

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8.2

Very Good

1,593 reviews

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1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Jetstar

6.5

Okay

569 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8.2

Very Good

1,593 reviews

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1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

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How long is the flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Australia?
For as low as $736, AirAsia can have you in Australia from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in 18h 25m. The distance from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Australia is about 5789 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.
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 $285 on Batik Air. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include AirAsia from $288 and Jetstar from $393 one-way.
What are the most popular routes from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Australia?
While some choose either Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - Sydney Kingsford Smith or Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - Brisbane, Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - Melbourne is the most popular route 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 $644. While the most popular route (Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - Melbourne) can be booked for $717 on average, our data indicates $1,305 when flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Australia.
Can I find deals for flights from Colombo to Australia that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Colombo to Australia flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Colombo to Australia?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Colombo to Australia.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Colombo to Australia?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Colombo to Australia by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Australia?
Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Australia (average of $1,213). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Australia in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,786). 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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Jetstar	Cheapest$373	Average$997	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Jetstar flights
Cathay Pacific	Cheapest$533	Average$1,471	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Batik Air	Cheapest$584	Average$866	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Batik Air flights
AirAsia	Cheapest$589	Average$721	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time66%	Search AirAsia flights
Etihad Airways	Cheapest$881	Average$1,126	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Etihad Airways flights
Malaysia Airlines	Cheapest$895	Average$1,359	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time67%	Search Malaysia Airlines flights
Singapore Airlines	Cheapest$904	Average$1,476	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time81%	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Qantas Airways	Cheapest$951	Average$1,241	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Qantas Airways flights
Thai Airways	Cheapest$1,281	Average$1,378	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Thai Airways flights
SriLankan Airlines	Cheapest$1,373	Average$1,734	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search SriLankan Airlines flights

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

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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.

How often are flights from Colombo to Australia delayed?

About 23% of weekly flights between Colombo and Australia have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 123 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Colombo to Australia flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Thursday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Colombo to Australia flights?

Over the past year, SriLankan Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 23% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Australia?

The best time to book flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Australia is 74 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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