Cheap flights from Australia to Sri Lanka from $351

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 10/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — CMB
17 May — 24 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Australia to Sri Lanka

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Cheapest flights from Australia to Sri Lanka
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Australia to Sri Lanka. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 April 2026.

Sat 1/805:35
PER
-
CMB
2 stops18h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 16/810:40
CMB
-
PER
1 stop14h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/4$665
Thu 11/604:45
PER
-
CMB
1 stop19h 40m
AirAsia
Thu 18/622:55
CMB
-
PER
1 stop18h 25m
AirAsia
Deal found 13/4$680
Thu 28/504:45
PER
-
CMB
1 stop19h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 4/606:30
CMB
-
PER
1 stop18h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/4$685
Sat 1/820:50
PER
-
CMB
1 stop15h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 12/822:55
CMB
-
PER
1 stop14h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/4$686
Sun 10/504:45
PER
-
CMB
1 stop19h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 17/522:55
CMB
-
PER
3 stops39h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/4$693
Sun 19/704:45
PER
-
CMB
1 stop19h 40m
AirAsia
Fri 31/710:40
CMB
-
PER
1 stop14h 35m
AirAsia
Deal found 15/4$701
Thu 28/504:45
PER
-
CMB
1 stop19h 40m
AirAsia
Thu 4/622:55
CMB
-
PER
1 stop26h 20m
AirAsia
Deal found 13/4$707
Mon 23/1120:40
PER
-
CMB
1 stop15h 15m
AirAsia
Tue 15/1210:25
CMB
-
PER
1 stop15h 35m
AirAsia
Deal found 12/4$708
Tue 12/504:45
PER
-
CMB
1 stop19h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 26/513:35
CMB
-
PER
2 stops35h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/4$718
Thu 11/604:45
PER
-
CMB
1 stop19h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 18/606:30
CMB
-
PER
2 stops32h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/4$725
Thu 30/704:45
PER
-
CMB
1 stop19h 40m
AirAsia
Mon 28/910:40
CMB
-
PER
1 stop14h 35m
AirAsia
Deal found 12/4$726
Mon 12/1010:15
SYD
-
CMB
1 stop18h 10m
Malaysia Airlines
Sun 18/1011:20
CMB
-
SYD
1 stop27h 45m
Malaysia Airlines
Deal found 13/4$809

Find flight deals from Australia to Sri Lanka

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Australia to Sri Lanka flight deals. Data was last updated 17 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$665

One-way from

$351

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,209

Good round-trip deal

$1,044 or less

Good one-way deal

$795 or less
AirAsia
  • AirAsia
  • 1/8-16/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 33h 25m total
  • Australia to Sri Lanka
10/5
  • 10/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 12h 45m total
  • Australia to Sri Lanka
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price ($417 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($81 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Australia to Sri Lanka.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Australia to Sri Lanka.

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Australia to Sri Lanka 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 17 April 2026.
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Price

Cheapest return flight

PerthColombo

PER - CMB

PERCMB

Perth

Thu 30/7

04:45-21:55

1 stop19h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 28/9

10:40-03:45

1 stop14h 35m

$726
Fastest return journey

PerthColombo

PER - CMB

PERCMB

Perth

Mon 10/8

17:20-01:05

1 stop10h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 12/8

02:05-16:15

1 stop11h 40m

$765

PerthColombo

PER - CMB

PERCMB

Perth

Thu 6/8

23:15-01:05

1 stop28h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 9/8

02:05-23:45

1 stop19h 10m

$767

PerthColombo

PER - CMB

PERCMB

Perth

Thu 10/9

23:15-01:05

1 stop28h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 13/9

02:05-16:15

1 stop11h 40m

$767

PerthColombo

PER - CMB

PERCMB

Perth

Fri 31/7

17:20-01:05

1 stop10h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 3/8

02:05-23:45

1 stop19h 10m

$793

PerthColombo

PER - CMB

PERCMB

Perth

Sat 8/8

23:15-01:05

1 stop28h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 10/8

02:05-21:45

2 stops17h 10m

$887

AdelaideColombo

ADL - CMB

ADLCMB

Adelaide

Sun 26/7

09:45-22:55

1 stop17h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 16/8

11:20-07:00

1 stop15h 40m

$945

AdelaideColombo

ADL - CMB

ADLCMB

Adelaide

Fri 14/8

09:45-22:55

1 stop17h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 30/8

00:05-07:00

1 stop26h 55m

$952

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 2/6

20:50-21:55

1 stop29h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 16/6

22:55-19:35

1 stop16h 10m

$966

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 1/5

09:45-21:55

1 stop16h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 7/5

22:55-08:20

1 stop28h 55m

$1,086

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Best time to book a flight from Australia to Sri Lanka

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Australia to Sri Lanka

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Australia to Sri Lanka?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Sri Lanka (average of $948). Flying from Australia to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,752). 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 LK?

Find hourly flight availability from Australia to Sri Lanka. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 17 April 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Australia to Sri Lanka in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 90% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

How often are flights from Australia to Sri Lanka delayed?

About 35% of weekly flights between Australia and Sri Lanka have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 139 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Australia to Sri Lanka 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 Sri Lanka flights?

Over the past year, SriLankan Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 35% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Sri Lanka

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sri Lanka. 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 Sri Lanka. Reviews last updated 17 April 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Cathay Pacific, andQantas Airways from Australia to Sri Lanka have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Australia to Sri Lanka. 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 Sri Lanka?

    For as low as $765, AirAsia can have you in Sri Lanka from Australia in 10h 15m. The distance between Australia and Sri Lanka is about 5789 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 to fly from Australia to Sri Lanka one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for AirAsia. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $243. Users have also found prices from $280 and $282 on Batik Air and AirAsia X, respectively.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Australia to Sri Lanka?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Australia to Sri Lanka 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 Sri Lanka?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Sri Lanka (average of $948). Flying from Australia to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,752). 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 Sri Lanka

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Australia to Sri Lanka. 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 17 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AirAsiaCheapest$347Average$725FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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JetstarCheapest$359Average$823FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Batik AirCheapest$606Average$760FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$616Average$949FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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AirAsia XCheapest$643Average$884FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$644Average$1,350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$655Average$1,196FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$681Average$1,093FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$691Average$1,295FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$854Average$1,221FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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