Cheap flights from Australia to Sri Lanka from $290

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 17/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — CMB
10 Jan — 17 Jan1
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 11 December 2025.

Wed 10/1220:25PER - CMB
2 stops39h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 16/1210:25CMB - PER
1 stop15h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/12$869
Fri 26/1205:15PER - CMB
1 stop19h 05mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/102:45CMB - PER
3 stops38h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12$895
Fri 12/1216:45PER - CMB
2 stops43h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 14/1203:30CMB - PER
2 stops15h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/12$907
Wed 10/1205:15PER - CMB
1 stop30h 40mAirAsia
Tue 16/1222:50CMB - PER
1 stop27h 10mAirAsia
Deal found 9/12$916
Mon 15/1220:25PER - CMB
2 stops39h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 30/1222:50CMB - PER
1 stop18h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12$969
Sun 14/1220:40PER - CMB
1 stop15h 15mAirAsia
Wed 7/110:25CMB - PER
1 stop15h 35mAirAsia
Deal found 10/12$972
Mon 15/1220:25PER - CMB
2 stops39h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 31/1222:50CMB - PER
1 stop18h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12$975
Mon 15/1220:40PER - CMB
1 stop15h 15mAirAsia
Tue 30/1210:25CMB - PER
1 stop15h 35mAirAsia
Deal found 10/12$1,045
Tue 23/1205:15PER - CMB
1 stop19h 05mAirAsia
Tue 20/110:25CMB - PER
1 stop15h 35mAirAsia
Deal found 10/12$1,069
Tue 16/1210:45SYD - CMB
1 stop28h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 30/1222:50CMB - SYD
1 stop16h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/12$1,197
Fri 12/1207:45MEL - CMB
2 stops31h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 22/1222:50CMB - MEL
1 stop19h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12$1,206
Sat 13/1208:50SYD - CMB
2 stops30h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 27/1210:25CMB - SYD
1 stop17h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12$1,220

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 11 December 2025.

Round-trip from

$752

One-way from

$293

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,881

Good round-trip deal

$1,205 or less

Good one-way deal

$687 or less
24/4-15/5
  • 24/4-15/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 33h 30m total
  • Australia to Sri Lanka
23/1
  • 23/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 40m total
  • Australia to Sri Lanka
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price ($444 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($91 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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 11 December 2025.
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Depart

Return

Price

PerthColombo

PER - CMB

PERCMB

Perth

Sat 16/5

02:10-22:55

1 stop23h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 19/5

00:05-01:10

1 stop22h 35m

$769

PerthColombo

PER - CMB

PERCMB

Perth

Sat 9/5

02:10-22:55

1 stop23h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 12/5

00:05-01:10

1 stop22h 35m

$769

PerthColombo

PER - CMB

PERCMB

Perth

Sat 2/5

02:10-22:55

1 stop23h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 5/5

00:05-01:10

1 stop22h 35m

$770

DarwinColombo

DRW - CMB

DRWCMB

Darwin

Fri 23/1

16:35-09:25

1 stop20h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 29/1

03:30-16:15

3 stops32h 45m

$827

PerthColombo

PER - CMB

PERCMB

Perth

Sat 2/5

23:15-01:05

1 stop28h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 4/5

02:05-21:45

2 stops17h 10m

$854

PerthColombo

PER - CMB

PERCMB

Perth

Sat 7/3

03:25-23:35

1 stop22h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 10/3

00:40-15:15

1 stop12h 05m

$880

PerthColombo

PER - CMB

PERCMB

Perth

Mon 23/3

20:40-09:25

1 stop15h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 11/4

10:25-04:00

1 stop15h 05m

$887

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 6/3

22:15-23:35

1 stop30h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 14/3

00:40-20:35

1 stop14h 25m

$961

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 8/3

22:15-23:35

1 stop30h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 16/3

00:40-20:35

1 stop14h 25m

$961

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 8/3

22:15-23:35

1 stop30h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 13/3

00:40-07:55

1 stop25h 45m

$969

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Australia to Sri Lanka

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Sri Lanka from Australia with our price prediction graph.
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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 $323). Flying from Australia to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of $799). 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 11 December 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Australia to Sri Lanka in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 47% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Australia to Sri Lanka?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Australia to Sri Lanka. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Australia to Sri Lanka flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How often are flights from Australia to Sri Lanka delayed?

About 39% of weekly flights between Australia and Sri Lanka have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 154 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night 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 39% 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 11 December 2025.
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.

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

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

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

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

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

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

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

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

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

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

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

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 $1,074, Malaysia Airlines can have you in Sri Lanka from Australia in 12h 50m. The distance between Australia and Sri Lanka is about 6038 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 $262. Users have also found prices from $295 and $316 on AirAsia X and Jetstar, 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 $323). Flying from Australia to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of $799). 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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Alternative routes for Australia to Sri Lanka

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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 11 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AirAsiaCheapest$378Average$776FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$664Average$1,071FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Batik AirCheapest$686Average$837FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AirAsia XCheapest$693Average$807FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$695Average$1,391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$723Average$1,143FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$789Average$1,217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air IndiaCheapest$791Average$827FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$807Average$1,311FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$893Average$1,359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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