Cheap flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Australia from $378

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 22/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMB — SYD
24 May — 31 May1
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 24 April 2026.

Sat 22/810:40
CMB
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PER
1 stop14h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 28/804:45
PER
-
CMB
1 stop22h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/4$771
Wed 20/505:30
CMB
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PER
1 stop11h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 21/720:50
PER
-
CMB
1 stop15h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/4$779
Fri 7/810:40
CMB
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PER
1 stop14h 35m
AirAsia
Fri 14/820:50
PER
-
CMB
1 stop15h 20m
AirAsia
Deal found 24/4$798
Sat 1/822:55
CMB
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PER
1 stop18h 25m
AirAsia
Fri 4/904:45
PER
-
CMB
1 stop19h 40m
AirAsia
Deal found 24/4$800
Mon 10/822:55
CMB
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SYD
1 stop16h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 17/820:50
SYD
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CMB
1 stop17h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/4$813
Thu 21/522:55
CMB
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PER
1 stop18h 25m
AirAsia
Mon 20/720:50
PER
-
CMB
1 stop15h 20m
AirAsia
Deal found 22/4$828
Mon 8/622:55
CMB
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PER
1 stop18h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 15/617:20
PER
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CMB
1 stop10h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/4$845
Sun 2/822:55
CMB
-
SYD
1 stop16h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 2/1121:50
SYD
-
CMB
1 stop17h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/4$847
Tue 12/501:05
CMB
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SYD
1 stop24h 50m
Qantas Airways
Thu 21/509:50
SYD
-
CMB
1 stop34h 25m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 22/4$893
Fri 31/710:40
CMB
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SYD
2 stops17h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 19/820:50
SYD
-
CMB
1 stop17h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/4$932
Mon 27/710:40
CMB
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SYD
1 stop28h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 2/820:50
SYD
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CMB
1 stop17h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/4$943
Sun 2/810:40
CMB
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MEL
1 stop13h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 8/821:35
MEL
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CMB
2 stops21h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/4$953

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 24 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$771

One-way from

$378

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,335

Good round-trip deal

$1,388 or less

Good one-way deal

$653 or less
22/8-28/8
  • 22/8-28/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 25m total
  • Colombo to Australia
Batik Air
  • Batik Air
  • 22/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 10m total
  • Colombo to Australia
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($252 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($76 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
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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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 24 April 2026.
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Return

Price

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ColomboPerth

CMB - PER

CMBPER

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 20/5

23:15-19:50

2 stops18h 05m

Perth

Tue 21/7

20:50-09:40

1 stop15h 20m

$813
Fastest return journey

ColomboPerth

CMB - PER

CMBPER

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 20/5

22:55-19:50

1 stop18h 25m

Perth

Sun 12/7

17:20-01:05

1 stop10h 15m

$876

ColomboPerth

CMB - PER

CMBPER

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 8/6

11:30-19:40

2 stops29h 40m

Perth

Mon 15/6

17:20-01:05

1 stop10h 15m

$929

ColomboSydney

CMB - SYD

CMBSYD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 3/6

07:35-06:25

1 stop18h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 10/6

09:50-09:35

1 stop28h 15m

$974

ColomboSydney

CMB - SYD

CMBSYD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 2/6

07:35-06:25

1 stop18h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 12/6

09:50-09:35

1 stop28h 15m

$985

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - AVV

CMBAVV

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 17/6

05:30-07:00

2 stops21h 00m

Melbourne Avalon

Sat 11/7

16:40-21:55

2 stops33h 45m

$1,005

ColomboPerth

CMB - PER

CMBPER

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 23/5

22:55-21:45

2 stops20h 20m

Perth

Sat 30/5

05:35-21:55

3 stops42h 50m

$1,026

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 30/5

22:55-05:00

1 stop25h 35m

Melbourne

Tue 25/8

06:15-21:55

1 stop20h 10m

$1,058

ColomboSydney

CMB - SYD

CMBSYD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 2/6

22:55-19:35

1 stop16h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 8/6

20:50-21:55

1 stop29h 35m

$1,059

ColomboSydney

CMB - SYD

CMBSYD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 13/5

01:05-06:25

1 stop24h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 20/8

19:55-21:30

2 stops30h 05m

$1,066

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Best time to book a flight from Colombo to Australia

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

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 88 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.

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Australia (average of $319). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Australia in September is currently the most expensive (average of $2,142). 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 24 April 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 29% of weekly flights between Colombo and Australia have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 129 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 29% 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 24 April 2026.
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.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

BCN - SIN

Staff at Barcelona were fantastic, they helped me change a flight and nothing was any problem. Thank you Dina.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

BCN - SIN

Staff at Barcelona were fantastic, they helped me change a flight and nothing was any problem. Thank you Dina.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

BCN - SIN

Staff at Barcelona were fantastic, they helped me change a flight and nothing was any problem. Thank you Dina.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

BCN - SIN

Staff at Barcelona were fantastic, they helped me change a flight and nothing was any problem. Thank you Dina.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

BCN - SIN

Staff at Barcelona were fantastic, they helped me change a flight and nothing was any problem. Thank you Dina.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

BCN - SIN

Staff at Barcelona were fantastic, they helped me change a flight and nothing was any problem. Thank you Dina.

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

    For as low as $974, Qantas Airways can have you in Australia from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in 18h 20m. The distance from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Australia is about 8756 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 $286 on Batik Air. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include AirAsia from $287 and Jetstar from $421 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 $1,057. While the most popular route (Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - Melbourne) can be booked for $807 on average, our data indicates $1,524 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.

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    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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Australia (average of $319). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Australia in September is currently the most expensive (average of $2,142). 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 10 airlines flying from Colombo to Australia

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JetstarCheapest$338Average$433FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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AirAsiaCheapest$578Average$689FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Batik AirCheapest$584Average$594FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Cathay PacificCheapest$738Average$1,319FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$883Average$1,128FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$905Average$1,383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$906Average$1,237FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$994Average$1,325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Thai AirwaysCheapest$1,157Average$1,347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$1,388Average$1,666FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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