Cheap flights from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from $440
This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 20/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — CMB
26 Oct — 2 Nov1
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1 adult
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1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl are usually found in February or March, booked 88 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Monday
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Cheapest flights from Sydney to Colombo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to Colombo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 26 September 2026.
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Best flights from Sydney to Colombo
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Sydney to Colombo that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 26 September 2026.
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Direct flights from Sydney to Colombo
Explore direct flight options from Sydney to Colombo based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 26 September 2026.
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Last-minute flights from Sydney to Colombo
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One-way flights from Sydney to Colombo
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SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
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Sun 11/10
11:05-21:10
3 stops39h 35m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Wed 31/12
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$478
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Fri 13/11
11:10-21:35
2 stops63h 55m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-04:30
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$478
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SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
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Thu 15/10
07:00-17:50
1 stop16h 20m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-04:30
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$481
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SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
SYDCMB
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Sat 10/10
11:00-21:10
2 stops63h 40m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-04:30
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$505
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SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
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Wed 21/10
11:05-21:10
3 stops39h 35m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-04:30
Nonstop0h 00m
$505
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SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
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Thu 12/11
21:30-21:35
2 stops53h 35m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-04:30
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$554
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SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
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Tue 10/11
21:45-09:25
3 stops41h 10m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-04:30
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$558
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SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
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Wed 28/10
15:50-23:30
1 stop13h 10m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-04:30
Nonstop0h 00m
$632
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SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
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Sydney Kingsford Smith
Thu 8/10
21:35-09:40
2 stops17h 35m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
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00:00-04:30
Nonstop0h 00m
$642
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SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
SYDCMB
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Tue 8/12
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2 stops19h 40m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-04:30
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$660
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Booking 82 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Sydney 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.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $1,083). Flying from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,025). 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 SYD to CMB?
Find hourly flight availability from Sydney 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 26 September 2026.
Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport as you normally would.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights typically cost between $991 and $1,294 in October.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $907 on China Eastern (27 Oct–3 Nov).
How often are flights from Sydney to Colombo delayed?
About 35% of weekly flights between Sydney and Colombo have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 126 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Sydney to Colombo flights?
Historically, flights departing in the evening 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?
Tuesday 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 Sydney to Colombo flights?
Over the past year, SriLankan Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 35% of flights being delayed.
What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Share of one-stop return flights from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.
Singapore (SIN) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 53% of one-stop itineraries from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Average return fare for one-stop flights from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.
Kuala Lumpur (KUL) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of $1,198.
What’s the fastest stopover option from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Melbourne (MEL) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 15h 43m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Dubai (DXB) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 2h 05m.
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 26 September 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, such as Singapore Airlines,Thai Airways, andQantas Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
The gate agent was rude. Very disappointing. The cabin crew was amazing. Every thing with them was great once we boarded the plane.
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What airport do you fly from for flights from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl?
For a flight from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl, you will be flying from Kingsford Smith. Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) is just 7.5 km from the centre of the city. Kingsford Smith is the only Sydney airport and it handles 1 outbound flight to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl per day. 13 airlines have flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl from Sydney Kingsford Smith on a regular basis.
How long is the flight from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
There are many flights that can get you from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in 19h 10m. Fly via Malaysia Airlines or Cathay Pacific to get the fastest option. The distance between Sydney and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is about 8756 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 Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport round-trip?
Flying on VietJet Air is currently your cheapest option to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, with prices starting at $448. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Jetstar and Etihad Airways, with the lowest prices starting at $513 and $560, respectively. These flights start at 65% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport one-way?
The cheapest airline one-way is Malaysia Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $381. However, be on the lookout for offers from Singapore Airlines and VietJet Air, as they are both options that can get you from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport for a low price.
What are the cheapest flights from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
The cheapest flight price from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is $609. On average you can expect to pay $3,010. The most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl), can usually be booked for $857.
Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
The most popular stopover on flights from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is Singapore. Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights stop in Kuala Lumpur the next most. Kuala Lumpur is followed by Bangkok in terms of the most popular stopover location for Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights.
What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Singapore?
If you're on a stopover in Singapore and looking for things to do, consider visiting Sentosa, Merlion, or Universal Studios Singapore. Sentosa, Merlion, and Universal Studios Singapore can be visited by traveling about 21.6 km, 16.9 km, and 21.6 km respectively from Singapore Changi. Those looking to explore during their stopover in Singapore can hire a car from Singapore Changi for about $130 per day.
What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Kuala Lumpur?
The majority of Kuala Lumpur visitors spend their time at Petronas Towers, Sunway Lagoon Theme Park, and Berjaya Times Square. Petronas Towers, Sunway Lagoon Theme Park, and Berjaya Times Square can be visited by travelling about 46.6 km, 38.5 km, and 44.9 km respectively from Kuala Lumpur Intl. Travellers can rent a car at Kuala Lumpur Intl for an average daily rate of $42 to make sightseeing during their stopover a little easier.
What are points of interest worth seeing during a stopover in Bangkok?
Most Bangkok visitors opt to spend their time at Pratunam, Siam Square, and Thailand Cultural Center. Pratunam, Siam Square and Thailand Cultural Center are located about 23.8 km, 24.2 km, and 21.1 km, respectively from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi if you are interested in checking them out. Travellers in need of a car in Bangkok can hire one for about $29 per day.
Where are the least popular stopover locations for Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights?
Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights that have stopovers will least frequently stop in Melbourne. Shanghai sees the next fewest stopovers on Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights.
Can I find deals for flights from Sydney to Colombo that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Sydney to Colombo flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Sydney to Colombo?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Sydney to Colombo.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Sydney to Colombo?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sydney 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 Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $1,083). Flying from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,025). 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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