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Cheap flights from Australia to Sri Lanka from $287

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 21/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — CMB
12 Oct — 19 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheap 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 12 September 2025.

Round-trip from

$606

One-way from

$287

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,206

Good round-trip deal

$962 or less

Good one-way deal

$560 or less
28/10-5/11
  • 28/10-5/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 54h 25m total
  • Australia to Sri Lanka
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AirAsia
  • AirAsia
  • 21/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 15h 25m total
  • Australia to Sri Lanka
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price ($447 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($94 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
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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 12 September 2025.

Tue 28/1020:30PER - CMB
1 stop29h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/1100:40CMB - PER
1 stop24h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/9$606
Fri 17/1021:55PER - CMB
2 stops26h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 23/1022:55CMB - PER
2 stops19h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/9$614
Fri 31/1017:50PER - CMB
2 stops30h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/1110:25CMB - PER
1 stop15h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/9$617
Sun 26/1004:40PER - CMB
1 stop15h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/1109:05CMB - PER
2 stops16h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/9$620
Thu 9/1018:25PER - CMB
2 stops30h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 30/1010:25CMB - PER
1 stop15h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/9$621
Fri 17/1020:30PER - CMB
1 stop15h 40mAirAsia
Thu 23/1022:55CMB - PER
1 stop18h 25mAirAsia
Deal found 10/9$623
Sun 14/923:15PER - CMB
1 stop12h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 17/909:05CMB - PER
1 stop18h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/9$627
Thu 16/1020:30PER - CMB
1 stop15h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 29/1023:00CMB - PER
2 stops26h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/9$629
Sun 14/923:15PER - CMB
1 stop12h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 21/909:05CMB - PER
1 stop16h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/9$630
Sun 26/1004:40PER - CMB
1 stop19h 50mAirAsia
Sun 2/1110:25CMB - PER
1 stop15h 05mAirAsia
Deal found 11/9$632
Wed 19/1120:05SYD - CMB
2 stops31h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 24/1123:00CMB - SYD
3 stops32h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/9$798
Thu 23/1013:50SYD - CMB
3 stops25h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/1123:00CMB - SYD
3 stops32h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/9$807

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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 12 September 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Australia to Sri Lanka that are best for you.

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Australia

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Depart

Return

Price

PerthColombo

PER - CMB

PERCMB

Perth

Tue 3/3

02:25-23:35

1 stop23h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 7/3

00:40-15:15

1 stop12h 05m

$731

PerthColombo

PER - CMB

PERCMB

Perth

Sat 31/1

20:30-09:25

1 stop15h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 8/2

10:25-04:00

1 stop15h 05m

$736

PerthColombo

PER - CMB

PERCMB

Perth

Tue 23/9

20:30-09:40

1 stop15h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 14/10

22:55-04:30

1 stop27h 05m

$757

PerthColombo

PER - CMB

PERCMB

Perth

Sun 8/2

04:40-22:00

1 stop19h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 27/2

18:35-19:50

2 stops22h 45m

$766

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 7/3

10:25-23:35

1 stop18h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 14/3

00:40-10:20

1 stop28h 10m

$847

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 15/10

22:10-22:50

1 stop30h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 25/10

00:20-07:55

1 stop26h 05m

$853

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 14/10

22:10-22:55

1 stop30h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 30/10

00:40-07:55

1 stop25h 45m

$853

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 14/10

22:10-22:55

1 stop30h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 25/10

00:20-07:55

1 stop26h 05m

$853

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 21/11

10:45-22:00

1 stop16h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 29/11

10:25-09:15

1 stop17h 20m

$867

PerthColombo

PER - CMB

PERCMB

Perth

Thu 5/3

08:30-23:30

1 stop17h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 8/3

00:45-22:50

1 stop19h 35m

$875

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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 $681). Flying from Australia to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,192). 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 12 September 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Australia to Sri Lanka as you normally would.

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 12 September 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.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,365 reviews
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Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,365 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,365 reviews
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Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
993 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,365 reviews
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Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
905 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,365 reviews
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Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
278 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,365 reviews
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Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles
SriLankan Airlines
6.8
Okay
75 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,365 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles

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 $736, Malaysia Airlines can have you in Sri Lanka from Australia in 15h 25m. 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 $302. Users have also found prices from $397 and $446 on Singapore Airlines and Malaysia Airlines, 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 $681). Flying from Australia to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,192). 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 12 September 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AirAsiaCheapest$577Average$838FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$676Average$1,085FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$697Average$1,444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$704Average$1,154FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$782Average$1,148FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air IndiaCheapest$784Average$831FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$809Average$1,290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$884Average$1,250FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$892Average$1,388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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China EasternCheapest$951Average$1,366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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