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, Singapore Airlines, or AirAsia 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 $264. 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 $644. While the most popular route (Melbourne - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl) can be booked for $735 on average, our data indicates $2,730 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.

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Thu 29/10

11:10-19:00

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Thu 14/1

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$527

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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 $1,065). Flying from Australia to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,950). 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 123 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 early afternoon 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 29% 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,Thai 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

1,628 reviews

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Anonymous,Sept 2026

SIN - SEA

One would expect that one of a major global airlines has ability to cancel the flight without 50% charge when there are very clear, urgent, and extremely serious health reasons with doctor notes. But one would be wrong.

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Malaysia Airlines

7.3

Good

319 reviews

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8.2

Very Good

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4.0

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Anonymous,Sept 2026

SIN - SEA

SriLankan Airlines

6.8

Okay

88 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8.2

Very Good

1,628 reviews

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1 / 20

4.0

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Anonymous,Sept 2026

SIN - SEA

Jetstar

6.5

Okay

574 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8.2

Very Good

1,628 reviews

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1 / 20

4.0

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Anonymous,Sept 2026

SIN - SEA

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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, Singapore Airlines, or AirAsia 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 $264. 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 $644. While the most popular route (Melbourne - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl) can be booked for $735 on average, our data indicates $2,730 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 $1,065). Flying from Australia to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,950). 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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AirAsia	Cheapest$358	Average$837	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time66%	Search AirAsia flights
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Etihad Airways	Cheapest$567	Average$1,470	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Etihad Airways flights
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Malaysia Airlines	Cheapest$672	Average$1,130	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time67%	Search Malaysia Airlines flights
Virgin Australia	Cheapest$732	Average$1,566	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time80%	Search Virgin Australia flights
Thai Airways	Cheapest$740	Average$1,455	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Thai Airways flights
Singapore Airlines	Cheapest$765	Average$1,266	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time81%	Search Singapore Airlines flights

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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 17 October 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 123 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 early afternoon 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 29% 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

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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?

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

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