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Cheap flights from Brisbane to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from $482

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 22/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BNE — CMB
14 Aug — 21 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Brisbane to Colombo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Brisbane to Colombo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 July 2026.

Mon 3/823:30
BNE
-
CMB
2 stops21h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 19/800:35
CMB
-
BNE
1 stop16h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/7$1,150
Tue 25/806:00
BNE
-
CMB
2 stops22h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 26/800:50
CMB
-
BNE
1 stop17h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/7$1,152
Tue 22/911:10
BNE
-
CMB
3 stops62h 30m
China Eastern
Wed 14/1020:30
CMB
-
BNE
1 stop32h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 12/7$1,155
Tue 14/711:10
BNE
-
CMB
3 stops62h 30m
China Eastern
Thu 13/822:10
CMB
-
BNE
3 stops30h 20m
China Eastern
Deal found 12/7$1,157
Thu 20/821:20
BNE
-
CMB
2 stops50h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 25/822:10
CMB
-
BNE
3 stops30h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/7$1,159
Thu 29/1006:05
BNE
-
CMB
1 stop16h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 16/1110:25
CMB
-
BNE
2 stops20h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/7$1,163
Fri 28/811:05
BNE
-
CMB
1 stop36h 25m
China Eastern
Fri 4/920:30
CMB
-
BNE
1 stop32h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 14/7$1,165
Sat 31/1006:00
BNE
-
CMB
1 stop16h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 22/1122:50
CMB
-
BNE
2 stops18h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/7$1,166
Wed 19/811:05
BNE
-
CMB
3 stops38h 35m
China Eastern
Tue 25/822:10
CMB
-
BNE
3 stops30h 20m
China Eastern
Deal found 12/7$1,168
Mon 3/811:05
BNE
-
CMB
2 stops38h 35m
China Eastern
Mon 7/922:10
CMB
-
BNE
3 stops54h 20m
China Eastern
Deal found 12/7$1,169
Tue 3/1115:05
BNE
-
CMB
2 stops22h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 20/1101:55
CMB
-
BNE
1 stop15h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/7$1,170
Mon 2/1100:40
BNE
-
CMB
1 stop27h 20m
Cathay Pacific
Tue 17/1100:45
CMB
-
BNE
1 stop29h 15m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 12/7$1,173

Find flight deals from Brisbane to Colombo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Brisbane (BNE) to Colombo (CMB). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 15 July 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,150

One-way from

$482

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,311
3/8-19/8
  • 3/8-19/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 37h 25m total
  • Brisbane to Colombo
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China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 22/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 36h 20m total
  • Brisbane to Colombo
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price ($370 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($88 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Brisbane 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 15 July 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Brisbane to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport that are best for you.

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Cheapest return flight

BrisbaneColombo

BNE - CMB

BNECMB

Brisbane

Tue 18/8

11:10-21:10

3 stops62h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 3/9

22:10-09:00

3 stops30h 20m

$1,195

BrisbaneColombo

BNE - CMB

BNECMB

Brisbane

Thu 27/8

11:15-21:10

3 stops62h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 3/9

22:10-09:00

2 stops30h 20m

$1,229

BrisbaneColombo

BNE - CMB

BNECMB

Brisbane

Tue 11/8

11:10-19:00

1 stop36h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 18/8

22:10-09:00

2 stops54h 20m

$1,260

BrisbaneColombo

BNE - CMB

BNECMB

Brisbane

Fri 30/10

18:15-23:30

2 stops33h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 15/11

00:45-09:55

2 stops28h 40m

$1,342

BrisbaneColombo

BNE - CMB

BNECMB

Brisbane

Mon 3/8

11:05-21:10

3 stops38h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 20/8

22:10-09:00

3 stops30h 20m

$1,423

BrisbaneColombo

BNE - CMB

BNECMB

Brisbane

Mon 17/8

11:05-21:10

3 stops38h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 25/8

22:10-09:00

3 stops30h 20m

$1,423

BrisbaneColombo

BNE - CMB

BNECMB

Brisbane

Thu 29/10

08:00-10:10

2 stops30h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 18/11

11:15-23:25

2 stops31h 40m

$1,451

BrisbaneColombo

BNE - CMB

BNECMB

Brisbane

Mon 24/8

11:05-21:10

2 stops38h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 8/9

22:10-09:00

3 stops30h 20m

$1,468

BrisbaneColombo

BNE - CMB

BNECMB

Brisbane

Fri 30/10

07:15-20:45

2 stops18h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 18/11

21:45-06:00

2 stops27h 45m

$1,485

BrisbaneColombo

BNE - CMB

BNECMB

Brisbane

Sun 9/8

18:10-10:45

1 stop21h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 30/1

00:45-16:55

1 stop35h 40m

$1,513

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

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

The price you pay for your flight from Brisbane to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 37 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Brisbane to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $1,106). Flying from Brisbane to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,981). 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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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 15 July 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines,Cathay Pacific, andQantas Airways from Brisbane 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
1,572 reviews
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Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

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
1,572 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,572 reviews
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Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

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
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,413 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,572 reviews
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Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

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
1,061 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,572 reviews
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Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

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
China Eastern
7.3
Good
228 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,572 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

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
313 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,572 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

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

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

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Brisbane to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl?

    Brisbane (BNE), located 12.3 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Brisbane to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl. 7 airlines have flights from Brisbane to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl on a regular basis. Booking flights from Brisbane to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl per day.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Brisbane to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in 33h 45m. Fly via China Eastern or Cathay Pacific to get the fastest option. Brisbane and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport are separated by a distance of 8740 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Brisbane to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport round-trip?

    According to our current data, Malaysia Airlines ($735), Singapore Airlines ($840), and Cathay Pacific ($947) offers the cheapest pricing from Brisbane to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. Users have found that Malaysia Airlines is 44% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Malaysia Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $352. Singapore Airlines flights start at $387 while deals on Batik Air start at $413 one-way.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Brisbane to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Most of the time, Brisbane to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights that have stopovers will stop in Singapore.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Singapore?

    Sentosa, Universal Studios Singapore, and Merlion are the most popular attractions in Singapore if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Sentosa, Universal Studios Singapore, and Merlion are located about 21.6 km, 21.6 km, and 16.9 km, respectively from Singapore Changi. Travellers in need of a car in Singapore can hire one for about $112 per day.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Brisbane to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights?

    Brisbane to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights that have stopovers will least frequently stop in Hong Kong.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Brisbane to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $1,106). Flying from Brisbane to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,981). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$735Average$995FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$840Average$1,261FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$947Average$1,362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$986Average$1,225FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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JetstarCheapest$988Average$1,253FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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China EasternCheapest$1,023Average$1,385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,154Average$1,335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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