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Cheap flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Australia from $404

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 28/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMB — SYD
1 Mar — 8 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 30 January 2026.

Fri 7/810:40
CMB
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PER
1 stop14h 50m
AirAsia
Fri 14/820:30
PER
-
CMB
1 stop15h 25m
AirAsia
Deal found 29/1$589
Sun 15/322:50
CMB
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PER
1 stop18h 35m
AirAsia
Sun 22/305:15
PER
-
CMB
1 stop19h 05m
AirAsia
Deal found 29/1$613
Thu 26/203:30
CMB
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PER
2 stops15h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 6/320:40
PER
-
CMB
1 stop15h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/1$640
Sat 14/303:30
CMB
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PER
1 stop23h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 22/305:35
PER
-
CMB
2 stops18h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/1$658
Wed 1/402:05
CMB
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PER
1 stop19h 55m
Batik Air
Sun 5/417:20
PER
-
CMB
1 stop10h 15m
Batik Air
Deal found 27/1$687
Fri 7/809:05
CMB
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PER
1 stop16h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 14/805:35
PER
-
CMB
2 stops18h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/1$691
Fri 10/409:05
CMB
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PER
1 stop16h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 19/423:15
PER
-
CMB
1 stop20h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/1$697
Sat 14/322:50
CMB
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ADL
2 stops27h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 21/308:05
ADL
-
CMB
2 stops30h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/1$898
Thu 26/222:50
CMB
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MEL
2 stops25h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/313:10
MEL
-
CMB
3 stops38h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/1$904
Sat 28/203:30
CMB
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MEL
2 stops19h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 27/421:30
MEL
-
CMB
1 stop18h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/1$905
Wed 18/322:50
CMB
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MEL
1 stop19h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 18/413:00
MEL
-
CMB
1 stop13h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/1$909
Sun 15/310:25
CMB
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MEL
1 stop13h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 22/306:15
MEL
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CMB
1 stop21h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/1$912

Find flight deals from Colombo to Australia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Colombo to Australia flight deals. Data was last updated 30 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$613

One-way from

$404

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$2,070

Good round-trip deal

$1,407 or less

Good one-way deal

$972 or less
AirAsia
  • AirAsia
  • 15/3-22/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 40m total
  • Colombo to Australia
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28/2
  • 28/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 22h 15m total
  • Colombo to Australia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($311 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($76 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Colombo to Australia that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 30 January 2026.
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ColomboPerth

CMB - PER

CMBPER

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 15/3

22:50-19:55

1 stop18h 35m

Perth

Sun 22/3

05:15-21:50

1 stop19h 05m

$613

ColomboPerth

CMB - PER

CMBPER

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 26/2

03:30-00:40

1 stop18h 40m

Perth

Thu 5/3

01:40-11:50

1 stop12h 40m

$619

ColomboPerth

CMB - PER

CMBPER

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 14/3

03:30-05:50

1 stop23h 50m

Perth

Sun 22/3

05:35-21:50

2 stops18h 45m

$658

ColomboPerth

CMB - PER

CMBPER

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 1/4

02:05-00:30

1 stop19h 55m

Perth

Sun 5/4

17:20-01:05

1 stop10h 15m

$687

ColomboPerth

CMB - PER

CMBPER

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 10/4

09:05-04:00

1 stop16h 25m

Perth

Sun 19/4

23:15-17:35

1 stop20h 50m

$697

ColomboAdelaide

CMB - ADL

CMBADL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 14/3

22:50-07:25

2 stops27h 35m

Adelaide

Sat 21/3

08:05-09:25

2 stops30h 20m

$898

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 15/3

22:50-07:25

2 stops27h 05m

Melbourne

Sun 22/3

07:45-21:50

3 stops43h 35m

$914

ColomboSydney

CMB - SYD

CMBSYD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 21/4

10:25-11:45

2 stops20h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 27/4

20:50-09:25

1 stop17h 05m

$933

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 14/3

22:50-11:55

3 stops31h 35m

Melbourne

Sat 21/3

06:15-21:50

1 stop21h 05m

$942

ColomboSydney

CMB - SYD

CMBSYD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 23/2

22:50-20:35

1 stop16h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 2/3

21:50-09:25

1 stop17h 05m

$996

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Australia

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Australia (average of $315). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Australia in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,048). 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 30 January 2026.

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 32% of weekly flights between Colombo and Australia have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 116 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 in the evening 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 Sunday 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 31% of flights being delayed.

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 30 January 2026.
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.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,441 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

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.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,441 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,441 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

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.
Thai Airways
7.8
Good
381 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,441 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

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.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
981 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,441 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

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.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
290 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,441 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

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.
SriLankan Airlines
6.8
Okay
79 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,441 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

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.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Colombo to Australia. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    For as low as $613, AirAsia can have you in Australia from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in 18h 35m. 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 AirAsia. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Batik Air from $305 and SriLankan Airlines from $467 one-way.

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

    While some choose either Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - Melbourne Avalon or Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - Sydney Kingsford Smith, 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 $928. While the most popular route (Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - Melbourne) can be booked for $786 on average, our data indicates $1,301 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Australia (average of $315). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Australia in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,048). 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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Top 9 airlines flying from Colombo to Australia

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Colombo to Australia. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 30 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$535Average$1,690FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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AirAsiaCheapest$588Average$706FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$681Average$1,357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$859Average$1,343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$901Average$1,189FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$919Average$1,276FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$963Average$1,385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Thai AirwaysCheapest$1,173Average$1,325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,727Average$1,974FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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