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 10h 20m. Fly via Jetstar, Malaysia Airlines, or Batik Air to get the fastest option. The distance between Australia and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is about 8352 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 $255. However, be on the lookout for offers from Malaysia Airlines and Batik Air, as they are both options that can get you from Australia to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport for a low price.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport ranges from 60.0 - 350.0 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 350.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport when rainfall is around 60.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, March is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 27.0 C).

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 Perth - 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 $411. While the most popular route (Melbourne - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl) can be booked for $649 on average, our data indicates $2,742 when flying from Australia to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.

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

When booking a flight from Australia to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, you may want to consider flying on SriLankan Airlines, Singapore Airlines or Malaysia Airlines as they are the most popular for this route.

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.

$348+ Cheap Flights from Australia to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

Cheap flight deals from Australia to Colombo

Enter your travel dates to find the best prices.

Cheapest

Best

Direct

Last-minute

One-way

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 28 August 2026.

Fri 13/1120:40 -

1 stop15h 15m

Wed 2/1222:50 -

1 stop18h 35m

Deal found 26/8$760

Thu 22/1013:00 -

Nonstop10h 20m

Thu 22/1019:50 -

Nonstop9h 40m

Deal found 26/8$761

Thu 22/1013:00 -

Nonstop10h 20m

Tue 27/1019:50 -

Nonstop9h 40m

Deal found 26/8$764

Mon 19/1009:55 -

2 stops14h 30m

Tue 3/1110:25 -

1 stop15h 35m

Deal found 27/8$764

Thu 22/1013:00 -

Nonstop10h 20m

Thu 29/1019:50 -

Nonstop9h 40m

Deal found 25/8$770

Tue 8/912:00 -

Nonstop10h 20m

Mon 14/922:55 -

1 stop19h 50m

Deal found 25/8$771

Thu 22/1013:00 -

Nonstop10h 20m

Sat 24/1019:50 -

Nonstop9h 40m

Deal found 26/8$772

Fri 16/1000:45 -

1 stop22h 30m

Fri 30/1021:45 -

1 stop29h 35m

Deal found 24/8$772

Sat 17/1013:00 -

Nonstop10h 20m

Sat 21/1110:25 -

1 stop13h 05m

Deal found 25/8$774

Sat 17/1013:00 -

Nonstop10h 20m

Thu 29/1022:50 -

1 stop24h 40m

Deal found 26/8$775

Thu 1/1012:00 -

Nonstop10h 20m

Sun 1/1110:25 -

1 stop13h 05m

Deal found 27/8$777

Tue 20/1013:00 -

Nonstop10h 20m

Sat 24/1022:55 -

1 stop24h 35m

Deal found 25/8$779

Best flights from Australia to Colombo
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Australia to Colombo that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 28 August 2026.

Thu 24/912:00 -

Nonstop10h 20m

Thu 15/1019:50 -

Nonstop9h 40m

Deal found 25/8$821

Sun 11/1002:10 -

1 stop23h 15m

Tue 27/1000:40 -

1 stop12h 05m

Deal found 28/8$823

Tue 20/1023:15 -

1 stop24h 00m

Sat 24/1021:45 -

1 stop29h 35m

Deal found 25/8$871

Tue 16/210:35 -

1 stop18h 25m

Thu 18/200:45 -

1 stop29h 55m

Deal found 24/8$1,095

Sat 10/1006:25 -

1 stop16h 55m

Sat 17/1019:50 -

1 stop34h 45m

Deal found 25/8$1,179

Sun 1/1112:10 -

1 stop15h 50m

Wed 4/1100:45 -

1 stop17h 55m

Deal found 26/8$1,232

Tue 10/1122:00 -

1 stop26h 20m

Thu 28/111:15 -

1 stop24h 50m

Deal found 28/8$1,411

Tue 8/1205:15 -

1 stop19h 05m

Fri 8/110:25 -

1 stop15h 35m

Deal found 25/8$1,628

Tue 24/1122:20 -

2 stops22h 35m

Tue 8/1220:15 -

3 stops49h 10m

Deal found 24/8$1,723

Mon 31/811:05 -

3 stops38h 35m

Tue 8/922:10 -

2 stops30h 20m

Deal found 28/8$1,794

Tue 13/1013:00 -

Nonstop10h 20m

Sat 14/1119:50 -

Nonstop9h 40m

Deal found 24/8$902

Wed 21/1018:55 -

1 stop28h 25m

Sat 24/1012:15 -

2 stops25h 25m

Deal found 25/8$1,809

Thu 18/208:45 -

1 stop20h 20m

Sun 7/300:40 -

1 stop27h 15m

Deal found 27/8$1,063

Sat 10/1015:45 -

1 stop11h 50m

Sat 17/1011:35 -

1 stop33h 20m

Deal found 26/8$1,123

Thu 15/1014:25 -

1 stop25h 10m

Mon 26/1000:40 -

1 stop27h 15m

Deal found 27/8$1,070

Mon 18/106:15 -

1 stop21h 05m

Sun 31/110:25 -

1 stop13h 05m

Deal found 24/8$1,191

Thu 8/1015:45 -

1 stop22h 50m

Wed 14/1000:50 -

1 stop10h 05m

Deal found 24/8$1,194

Sun 25/1008:40 -

1 stop20h 20m

Tue 27/1000:45 -

2 stops26h 25m

Deal found 24/8$1,317

Sun 6/911:05 -

1 stop36h 25m

Fri 18/901:00 -

2 stops52h 35m

Deal found 28/8$1,205

Wed 11/1110:40 -

2 stops34h 50m

Thu 28/111:15 -

1 stop24h 50m

Deal found 28/8$1,421

Sun 1/1112:10 -

1 stop15h 50m

Mon 9/1100:45 -

2 stops27h 00m

Deal found 26/8$1,322

Thu 1/1007:55 -

1 stop14h 25m

Thu 15/1019:50 -

1 stop19h 05m

Deal found 25/8$1,324

Tue 2/210:15 -

1 stop42h 15m

Sat 27/200:45 -

1 stop11h 35m

Deal found 24/8$1,215

Tue 15/919:45 -

2 stops32h 15m

Mon 8/300:45 -

2 stops27h 15m

Deal found 25/8$1,251

Fri 6/1113:40 -

2 stops31h 50m

Mon 1/219:30 -

1 stop40h 35m

Deal found 28/8$1,468

Sat 12/907:15 -

1 stop14h 35m

Sat 26/919:50 -

1 stop22h 05m

Deal found 26/8$1,353

Sat 17/1008:00 -

2 stops18h 15m

Mon 26/1021:45 -

2 stops26h 25m

Deal found 27/8$1,645

Tue 15/919:10 -

2 stops32h 50m

Tue 24/1100:45 -

2 stops41h 10m

Deal found 27/8$1,262

Mon 19/1022:55 -

2 stops26h 30m

Mon 2/1100:40 -

1 stop22h 20m

Deal found 27/8$1,395

Wed 4/1115:40 -

2 stops36h 15m

Tue 17/1100:45 -

2 stops49h 25m

Deal found 28/8$1,409

Find flight deals from Australia to Colombo

Round-trip from	$760
One-way from	$348
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	February
Average price	$1,126
Good round-trip deal	$1,093 or less
Good one-way deal	$634 or less

AirAsia
13/11-2/12
2 total stops
33h 50m total
Australia to Colombo

Search Deals

Jetstar
10/10
Nonstop
10h 20m total
Australia to Colombo

Search Deals

Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price ($396 potential increase over avg. return price).

Search Deals

Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($88 potential savings vs. average return price).

Search Deals

Average for round-trip flights in August 2026

Search Deals

Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Australia to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl.

Search Deals

Price to beat on a one-way flight from Australia to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl.

Search Deals

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Australia to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

Fastest return journey

MelbourneColombo

MEL Melbourne - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

MELCMB

Melbourne

Thu 24/9

12:00-17:50

Nonstop10h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 15/10

19:50-11:00

Nonstop9h 40m

$821

PerthColombo

PER Perth - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

PERCMB

Perth

Sun 11/10

02:10-22:55

1 stop23h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 27/10

00:40-15:15

1 stop12h 05m

$823

PerthColombo

PER Perth - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

PERCMB

Perth

Tue 20/10

23:15-20:45

1 stop24h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 24/10

21:45-05:50

1 stop29h 35m

$871

MelbourneColombo

MEL Melbourne - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

MELCMB

Melbourne

Tue 13/10

13:00-17:50

Nonstop10h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 14/11

19:50-11:00

Nonstop9h 40m

$902

MelbourneColombo

MEL Melbourne - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

MELCMB

Melbourne

Thu 18/2

08:45-23:35

1 stop20h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 7/3

00:40-09:25

1 stop27h 15m

$1,063

MelbourneColombo

MEL Melbourne - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

MELCMB

Melbourne

Thu 15/10

14:25-10:05

1 stop25h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 26/10

00:40-09:25

1 stop27h 15m

$1,070

MelbourneColombo

MEL Melbourne - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

MELCMB

Melbourne

Tue 16/2

10:35-23:30

1 stop18h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 18/2

00:45-12:10

1 stop29h 55m

$1,095

DarwinColombo

DRW Darwin - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

DRWCMB

Darwin

Sat 10/10

15:45-23:35

1 stop11h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 17/10

11:35-00:55

1 stop33h 20m

$1,123

CanberraColombo

CBR Canberra - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

CBRCMB

Canberra

Sat 10/10

06:25-17:50

1 stop16h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 17/10

19:50-12:05

1 stop34h 45m

$1,179

MelbourneColombo

MEL Melbourne - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

MELCMB

Melbourne

Mon 18/1

06:15-21:50

1 stop21h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 31/1

10:25-05:00

1 stop13h 05m

$1,191

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 27/8

Showing 1-10 of 60 resultsSorted by cheapest first

...

Best time to book a flight from Australia to Colombo

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Colombo from Australia with our price prediction graph.

MEL-CMB

PER-CMB

BNE-CMB

SYD-CMB

DRW-CMB

Estimated return price

Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

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

AU0-CMB

MEL-CMB

PER-CMB

BNE-CMB

SYD-CMB

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $1,036). Flying from Australia to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,871). 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?

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 at midday, which can drop the price by up to 83% versus a flight in the evening.

How often are flights from Australia to Colombo delayed?

About 30% of weekly flights between Australia and Colombo have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 121 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?

Monday 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 30% of flights being delayed.

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

Booking 83 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Australia to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Reviews of airlines servicing Colombo

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines,Qantas Airways, andMalaysia Airlines 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

1,589 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Matt,June 2026

SIN - CMB

Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello

Singapore Airlines

8.2

Very Good

1,589 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8.2

Very Good

1,589 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Matt,June 2026

SIN - CMB

Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello

Qantas Airways

7.5

Good

1,085 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8.2

Very Good

1,589 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Matt,June 2026

SIN - CMB

Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello

Malaysia Airlines

7.3

Good

317 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8.2

Very Good

1,589 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Matt,June 2026

SIN - CMB

Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello

SriLankan Airlines

6.8

Okay

87 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8.2

Very Good

1,589 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Matt,June 2026

SIN - CMB

Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello

Jetstar

6.5

Okay

568 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8.2

Very Good

1,589 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Matt,June 2026

SIN - CMB

Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello

Related info for your journey

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 10h 20m. Fly via Jetstar, Malaysia Airlines, or Batik Air to get the fastest option. The distance between Australia and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is about 8352 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 $255. However, be on the lookout for offers from Malaysia Airlines and Batik Air, 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 Perth - 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 $411. While the most popular route (Melbourne - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl) can be booked for $649 on average, our data indicates $2,742 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $1,036). Flying from Australia to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,871). 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.

See more FAQs

Negombo

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Airlines

Alternative routes

Colombo flight routes

Complete your trip

Direct flights to Sri Lanka

Flights by cabin class

Other flight options

Popular flights

Fly from Australia to Colombo on these airlines

SriLankan Airlines flights from Australia to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Singapore Airlines flights from Australia to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Malaysia Airlines flights from Australia to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Batik Air flights from Australia to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Top 10 airlines flying from Australia to Colombo

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Jetstar	Cheapest$349	Average$1,102	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Jetstar flights
AirAsia	Cheapest$350	Average$782	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time66%	Search AirAsia flights
VietJet Air	Cheapest$438	Average$1,747	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search VietJet Air flights
China Eastern	Cheapest$496	Average$1,190	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%	Search China Eastern flights
Etihad Airways	Cheapest$548	Average$1,430	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Etihad Airways flights
Batik Air	Cheapest$584	Average$969	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Batik Air flights
Malaysia Airlines	Cheapest$630	Average$1,047	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time67%	Search Malaysia Airlines flights
AirAsia X	Cheapest$653	Average$914	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time66%	Search AirAsia X flights
Cathay Pacific	Cheapest$653	Average$1,317	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Qatar Airways	Cheapest$729	Average$1,517	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights

Fly with Cheapflights

How does Cheapflights help users find flights from Australia to Colombo?

Deals for Australia to Colombo flights are sourced from 900+ travel sites when you use Cheapflights. When all flight results come back, Cheapflights lets you sort and filter flights using different criteria to choose better, like price, airport, cabin class, and plenty of other options.

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from Australia to Colombo?

Cheapflights taps into our reliable network of hundreds of airlines and travel agencies to find the best deals for flights from Australia to Colombo for you. Better yet — we are completely free to use.

Can Cheapflights find flights from Australia to Colombo with no change fees?

Yes! Cheapflights helps users easily find flights from Australia to Colombo with no change fees.

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from Australia to Colombo become cheaper?

Yes, and it’s super simple to set up. Click the bell icon next to the flight deals above and provide a valid email address to enable Price Alerts. That’s it!

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book with flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.

Cheap flights from Australia to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from $348

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 10/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.

Cheap flight deals from Australia to Colombo

Cheapest flights from Australia to ColomboExplore 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 28 August 2026.

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 28 August 2026.

Best flights from Australia to ColomboDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Australia to Colombo that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 28 August 2026.

Discover carefully curated flight deals from Australia to Colombo that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 28 August 2026.

Direct flights from Australia to ColomboExplore direct flight options from Australia to Colombo based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 28 August 2026.

Explore direct flight options from Australia to Colombo based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 28 August 2026.

Last-minute flights from Australia to ColomboDiscover last-minute flight deals from Australia to Colombo. Data last updated 28 August 2026 and is based on user searches.

Discover last-minute flight deals from Australia to Colombo. Data last updated 28 August 2026 and is based on user searches.

One-way flights from Australia to ColomboSearch for one-way flight options from Australia to Colombo. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 28 August 2026.

Search for one-way flight options from Australia to Colombo. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 28 August 2026.

Find flight deals from Australia to Colombo

Round-trip from

One-way from

Popular in

Cheapest in

Average price

Good round-trip deal

Good one-way deal

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Australia to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport that are best for you.

Best time to book a flight from Australia to Colombo

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Colombo from Australia with our price prediction graph.

Cheapflights Insights

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

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 28 August 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 at midday, which can drop the price by up to 83% versus a flight in the evening.

How often are flights from Australia to Colombo delayed?

About 30% of weekly flights between Australia and Colombo have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 121 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?

Monday 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 30% of flights being delayed.

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

Booking 83 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Australia to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Reviews of airlines servicing Colombo

Related info for your journey

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

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

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

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

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

How can I find direct flights from Australia to Colombo?

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

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

Travelling to a place near Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Fly from Australia to Colombo on these airlines

Choose from the following airlines for your flight from Australia to Colombo. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 28 August 2026.

Alternative routes for Australia to Colombo

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.

Other flights to Colombo

Explore flights to Colombo departing from other origins. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 28 August 2026.

Complete your trip

Complete your trip to Colombo by adding a car hire and/or hotel booking to your travel itinerary.

Direct flights to Sri Lanka

Book a non-stop flight to one of these other cities located in Sri Lanka.

Search flights from Australia to Colombo by cabin class

Find flights from Australia to Colombo, based on your preferred cabin class, be it economy, premium economy, business, or first class.

Australia and Colombo flights

Browse other Australia and Colombo flight options. Last updated on 28 August 2026.

Popular flight searches

Check out other popular destinations found by fellow travellers in 2026

Top 10 airlines flying from Australia to Colombo

Fly with Cheapflights

How does Cheapflights help users find flights from Australia to Colombo?

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from Australia to Colombo?

Can Cheapflights find flights from Australia to Colombo with no change fees?

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from Australia to Colombo become cheaper?

100% Free

Book with flexibility

Travel Smart

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 28 August 2026.

Best flights from Australia to Colombo
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Australia to Colombo that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 28 August 2026.

Direct flights from Australia to Colombo
Explore direct flight options from Australia to Colombo based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 28 August 2026.

Last-minute flights from Australia to Colombo
Discover last-minute flight deals from Australia to Colombo. Data last updated 28 August 2026 and is based on user searches.

One-way flights from Australia to Colombo
Search for one-way flight options from Australia to Colombo. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 28 August 2026.