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Cheap flights from Australia to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from $273

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 8/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — CMB
26 Mar — 2 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Australia to Colombo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Australia to Colombo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 24 February 2026.

Wed 15/420:50
PER
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CMB
1 stop15h 05m
AirAsia
Thu 30/422:50
CMB
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PER
1 stop18h 30m
AirAsia
Deal found 24/2$628
Sun 9/817:20
PER
-
CMB
1 stop10h 15m
Batik Air
Mon 24/802:05
CMB
-
PER
1 stop20h 00m
Batik Air
Deal found 21/2$629
Fri 10/420:50
PER
-
CMB
1 stop15h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 25/412:30
CMB
-
PER
2 stops28h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/2$632
Sun 3/523:15
PER
-
CMB
1 stop28h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 17/522:50
CMB
-
PER
2 stops15h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/2$633
Tue 1/900:35
PER
-
CMB
1 stop27h 00m
Batik Air
Mon 21/902:05
CMB
-
PER
1 stop20h 00m
Batik Air
Deal found 21/2$636
Thu 12/320:40
PER
-
CMB
1 stop15h 15m
AirAsia
Thu 19/322:50
CMB
-
PER
1 stop18h 35m
AirAsia
Deal found 24/2$640
Wed 4/320:40
PER
-
CMB
1 stop15h 15m
AirAsia
Tue 31/322:50
CMB
-
PER
1 stop18h 30m
AirAsia
Deal found 24/2$642
Wed 11/305:35
PER
-
CMB
2 stops18h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 17/303:30
CMB
-
PER
2 stops34h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/2$646
Tue 10/320:40
PER
-
CMB
1 stop15h 15m
AirAsia
Tue 24/322:50
CMB
-
PER
1 stop18h 35m
AirAsia
Deal found 24/2$647
Sun 6/917:20
PER
-
CMB
1 stop10h 15m
Batik Air
Sun 20/902:05
CMB
-
PER
1 stop20h 00m
Batik Air
Deal found 21/2$649
Tue 24/305:35
PER
-
CMB
2 stops30h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 30/302:05
CMB
-
PER
2 stops30h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/2$650
Fri 1/509:45
SYD
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CMB
1 stop28h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 7/522:50
CMB
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SYD
1 stop29h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/2$796

Find flight deals from Australia to Colombo

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Australia to Colombo flight deals. Data was last updated 24 February 2026.

Round-trip from

$628

One-way from

$275

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,055

Good round-trip deal

$1,064 or less

Good one-way deal

$672 or less
AirAsia
  • AirAsia
  • 15/4-30/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 35m total
  • Australia to Colombo
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AirAsia
  • AirAsia
  • 16/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 15h 15m total
  • Australia to Colombo
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($81 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Australia to Colombo 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 February 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Australia to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport that are best for you.

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Australia

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Colombo

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Depart

Return

Price

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 23/4

22:10-10:05

1 stop16h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 15/5

11:20-07:00

1 stop15h 10m

$812

PerthColombo

PER - CMB

PERCMB

Perth

Thu 5/3

02:25-23:35

1 stop23h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 8/3

00:40-01:25

1 stop22h 15m

$829

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 18/3

21:50-09:25

1 stop17h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 1/4

22:50-09:20

1 stop29h 00m

$900

PerthColombo

PER - CMB

PERCMB

Perth

Tue 10/3

00:25-23:30

1 stop25h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 14/3

00:45-06:55

1 stop27h 40m

$917

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Fri 24/7

07:45-22:55

1 stop19h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 3/8

00:05-06:15

1 stop25h 40m

$921

AdelaideColombo

ADL - CMB

ADLCMB

Adelaide

Fri 15/5

09:45-22:55

1 stop17h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 22/6

00:05-07:00

1 stop26h 55m

$925

PerthColombo

PER - CMB

PERCMB

Perth

Sat 7/3

08:30-23:30

1 stop17h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 10/3

00:45-22:55

1 stop19h 40m

$976

AdelaideColombo

ADL - CMB

ADLCMB

Adelaide

Tue 11/8

14:20-23:30

2 stops37h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 30/8

00:50-11:15

2 stops30h 25m

$986

MelbourneColombo

AVV - CMB

AVVCMB

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 25/3

17:55-21:50

2 stops33h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 8/4

10:25-07:00

2 stops16h 05m

$1,002

AdelaideColombo

ADL - CMB

ADLCMB

Adelaide

Sun 17/5

09:45-22:55

1 stop17h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 20/5

00:05-07:00

1 stop26h 55m

$1,002

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Best time to book a flight from Australia to Colombo

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

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $305). Flying from Australia to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $752). 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 AU to CMB?

Find hourly flight availability from Australia to Colombo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 24 February 2026.

When flying from Australia to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 90% versus a flight in the evening.

How often are flights from Australia to Colombo delayed?

About 36% of weekly flights between Australia and Colombo have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 137 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Australia to Colombo 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 Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

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

Over the past year, SriLankan Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 36% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Colombo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Colombo. 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 Colombo. Reviews last updated 24 February 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, andQantas Airways from Australia to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,463 reviews
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Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,463 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,463 reviews
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Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,179 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,463 reviews
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Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
997 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,463 reviews
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Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
293 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,463 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
SriLankan Airlines
6.8
Okay
79 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,463 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Australia to Colombo. 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 Australia to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    There are many flights that can get you from Australia to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in 16h 25m. Fly via Malaysia Airlines, Cathay Pacific, or Singapore Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance between Australia and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport 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 Australia to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is AirAsia, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $245. However, be on the lookout for offers from Batik Air and AirAsia X, as they are both options that can get you from Australia to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport for a low price.

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

    The most popular flight routes from Australia to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport are Melbourne - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl, Sydney Kingsford Smith - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl and Brisbane - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $547. While the most popular route (Melbourne - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl) can be booked for $761 on average, our data indicates $957 when flying from Australia to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Australia to Colombo?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Australia to Colombo 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 Australia to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $305). Flying from Australia to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $752). 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 Australia to Colombo

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Australia to Colombo. 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 24 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AirAsiaCheapest$356Average$724FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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JetstarCheapest$376Average$819FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Batik AirCheapest$602Average$757FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$610Average$982FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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AirAsia XCheapest$653Average$818FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$665Average$1,183FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$672Average$1,302FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$692Average$1,096FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$857Average$1,286FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Thai AirwaysCheapest$872Average$1,234FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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