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Cheap flights from Australia to Sri Lanka from $279

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 6/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — CMB
5 Mar — 12 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 3 February 2026.

Thu 19/320:40
PER
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CMB
1 stop17h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 26/310:25
CMB
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PER
1 stop15h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$637
Sun 15/301:40
PER
-
CMB
1 stop22h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 30/322:55
CMB
-
PER
2 stops15h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/2$639
Sat 28/220:40
PER
-
CMB
1 stop15h 15m
AirAsia
Thu 5/310:25
CMB
-
PER
1 stop15h 35m
AirAsia
Deal found 31/1$643
Mon 2/320:40
PER
-
CMB
1 stop15h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/317:15
CMB
-
PER
2 stops32h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$647
Wed 18/305:35
PER
-
CMB
2 stops18h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 25/310:25
CMB
-
PER
1 stop15h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/1$649
Sun 30/817:20
PER
-
CMB
1 stop10h 15m
Batik Air
Wed 2/902:05
CMB
-
PER
1 stop19h 55m
Batik Air
Deal found 31/1$650
Wed 18/223:10
PER
-
CMB
1 stop12h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 31/322:55
CMB
-
PER
2 stops26h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/1$652
Sat 25/420:30
PER
-
CMB
1 stop15h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/522:55
CMB
-
PER
2 stops30h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/2$655
Thu 27/801:30
PER
-
CMB
1 stop26h 05m
Batik Air
Mon 31/802:05
CMB
-
PER
1 stop19h 55m
Batik Air
Deal found 2/2$658
Tue 17/220:40
PER
-
CMB
1 stop15h 15m
AirAsia
Tue 24/210:25
CMB
-
PER
1 stop15h 35m
AirAsia
Deal found 1/2$666
Mon 30/304:40
PER
-
CMB
1 stop19h 45m
AirAsia
Sun 5/410:40
CMB
-
PER
1 stop14h 50m
AirAsia
Deal found 2/2$668
Sun 1/310:45
SYD
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CMB
1 stop16h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 31/310:25
CMB
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SYD
1 stop28h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/2$829

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 3 February 2026.

Round-trip from

$637

One-way from

$292

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,039

Good round-trip deal

$1,098 or less

Good one-way deal

$691 or less
AirAsia
  • AirAsia
  • 19/3-26/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 15m total
  • Australia to Sri Lanka
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Batik Air
  • Batik Air
  • 4/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 10h 15m total
  • Australia to Sri Lanka
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($81 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 3 February 2026.
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PerthColombo

PER - CMB

PERCMB

Perth

Thu 19/2

20:40-09:25

1 stop15h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 31/3

10:25-04:00

1 stop15h 05m

$688

PerthColombo

PER - CMB

PERCMB

Perth

Mon 2/3

20:40-16:15

2 stops22h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 9/3

17:15-04:15

2 stops32h 30m

$692

PerthColombo

PER - CMB

PERCMB

Perth

Wed 18/2

05:15-21:50

1 stop19h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 25/2

22:50-04:30

1 stop27h 10m

$706

PerthColombo

PER - CMB

PERCMB

Perth

Mon 16/3

17:45-09:25

2 stops18h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 30/3

09:05-04:15

2 stops16h 40m

$717

PerthColombo

PER - CMB

PERCMB

Perth

Mon 9/3

05:35-09:25

3 stops30h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 30/3

17:15-17:10

2 stops21h 25m

$778

PerthColombo

PER - CMB

PERCMB

Perth

Mon 20/4

17:20-01:05

1 stop10h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 29/4

23:15-00:30

2 stops22h 45m

$780

PerthColombo

PER - CMB

PERCMB

Perth

Sat 28/2

07:35-21:10

1 stop16h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 5/3

23:00-00:40

2 stops23h 10m

$823

PerthColombo

PER - CMB

PERCMB

Perth

Wed 4/3

00:25-23:30

1 stop25h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 7/3

00:45-22:55

1 stop19h 40m

$840

PerthColombo

PER - CMB

PERCMB

Perth

Tue 3/3

08:30-23:30

1 stop17h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 5/3

00:45-22:55

1 stop19h 40m

$840

PerthColombo

PER - CMB

PERCMB

Perth

Mon 2/3

08:30-23:30

1 stop17h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 5/3

00:45-22:55

1 stop19h 40m

$840

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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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Sri Lanka (average of $309). Flying from Australia to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of $764). 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 3 February 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Australia to Sri Lanka at midday. 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 36% of weekly flights between Australia and Sri Lanka have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 136 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 early afternoon 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 36% 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 3 February 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.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,443 reviews
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Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,443 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,443 reviews
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Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,155 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,443 reviews
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Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
985 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,443 reviews
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Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
290 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,443 reviews
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Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
SriLankan Airlines
6.8
Okay
79 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,443 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.

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 $688, AirAsia can have you in Sri Lanka from Australia in 15h 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 $248. Users have also found prices from $258 and $286 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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Sri Lanka (average of $309). Flying from Australia to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of $764). 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 3 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$355Average$823FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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AirAsiaCheapest$362Average$739FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Air IndiaCheapest$394Average$1,084FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Batik AirCheapest$611Average$763FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$632Average$1,008FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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AirAsia XCheapest$663Average$831FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$665Average$1,347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$675Average$1,187FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$683Average$1,293FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$697Average$1,107FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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