Cheap flights from Sydney to Sri Lanka from $388

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 23/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — CMB
3 Sep — 10 Sep1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Sydney to Sri Lanka

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Sydney to Sri Lanka flight deals. Data was last updated 29 August 2025.

Round-trip from

$817

One-way from

$402

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,039

Good round-trip deal

$987 or less

Good one-way deal

$581 or less
Malaysia Airlines
  • Malaysia Airlines
  • 15/10-26/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 55h 55m total
  • Sydney to Sri Lanka
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 15/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 33h 50m total
  • Sydney to Sri Lanka
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price ($463 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($96 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Sri Lanka.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Sri Lanka.

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Cheapest flights from Sydney to Sri Lanka
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to Sri Lanka. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 29 August 2025.

Mon 13/1014:05SYD - CMB
1 stop14h 15mMalaysia Airlines
Sun 19/1000:05CMB - SYD
1 stop26h 00mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 29/8$822
Thu 16/1022:15SYD - CMB
1 stop16h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 26/1023:00CMB - SYD
2 stops25h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/8$823
Fri 10/1010:15SYD - CMB
1 stop17h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/1123:00CMB - SYD
2 stops30h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/8$825
Sun 12/1010:15SYD - CMB
1 stop17h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 19/1022:55CMB - SYD
2 stops27h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/8$828
Fri 10/1010:15SYD - CMB
1 stop17h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 27/1023:00CMB - SYD
2 stops27h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/8$829
Sat 11/1022:15SYD - CMB
1 stop16h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 18/1022:55CMB - SYD
2 stops30h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/8$832
Sat 18/1022:15SYD - CMB
1 stop16h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 27/1023:00CMB - SYD
2 stops30h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/8$834
Sun 12/1022:10SYD - CMB
1 stop30h 10mMalaysia Airlines
Sat 18/1000:20CMB - SYD
1 stop25h 45mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 28/8$835
Sun 9/1122:15SYD - CMB
1 stop30h 50mMalaysia Airlines
Thu 13/1100:40CMB - SYD
1 stop25h 45mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 29/8$837
Fri 24/1010:15SYD - CMB
1 stop17h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/1110:25CMB - SYD
2 stops19h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/8$838
Sun 9/1110:45SYD - CMB
1 stop16h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 13/1103:00CMB - SYD
2 stops24h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/8$840

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SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 15/10

22:10-22:50

1 stop30h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 26/10

00:40-07:55

1 stop25h 45m

$817

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 11/10

22:15-09:40

1 stop16h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 31/10

23:00-13:05

3 stops32h 35m

$825

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 12/10

10:15-21:55

1 stop17h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 19/10

22:55-08:20

2 stops27h 55m

$828

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 21/2

10:25-23:35

1 stop18h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 12/3

00:40-07:55

1 stop25h 45m

$829

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 11/10

22:15-09:40

1 stop16h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 18/10

22:55-10:45

2 stops30h 20m

$832

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 12/10

22:10-22:50

1 stop30h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 18/10

00:20-07:35

1 stop25h 45m

$835

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 24/10

10:15-21:55

1 stop17h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 2/11

10:25-11:30

2 stops19h 35m

$838

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 18/10

22:15-09:40

1 stop16h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 27/10

23:00-18:50

3 stops38h 20m

$848

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 9/9

21:15-09:40

1 stop16h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 12/9

22:55-20:00

1 stop16h 35m

$858

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 16/9

21:15-09:40

1 stop16h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 24/9

22:55-20:00

1 stop16h 35m

$858

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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to Sri Lanka

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

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Sri Lanka (average of $681). Flying from Sydney to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,190). 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 LK?

Find hourly flight availability from Sydney 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 29 August 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Sydney 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 29 August 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Qantas Airways, andMalaysia Airlines from Sydney to Sri Lanka to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SEA - SIN

Sin to amd was not good flight. Food was bad. It was like few days old.

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SEA - SIN

Sin to amd was not good flight. Food was bad. It was like few days old.

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SEA - SIN

Sin to amd was not good flight. Food was bad. It was like few days old.

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SEA - SIN

Sin to amd was not good flight. Food was bad. It was like few days old.

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SEA - SIN

Sin to amd was not good flight. Food was bad. It was like few days old.

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SEA - SIN

Sin to amd was not good flight. Food was bad. It was like few days old.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sydney to Sri Lanka. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Sydney to Sri Lanka?

    For a flight from Sydney to Sri Lanka, you will be flying from Kingsford Smith. Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) is just 7.5 km from the centre of the city.

  • How long is the flight from Sydney to Sri Lanka?

    Departing from Sydney to Sri Lanka will take you 30h 10m. There are 8756 km between Sydney and Sri Lanka.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sydney to Sri Lanka?

    The cheapest flight price from Sydney to Sri Lanka is $505. On average you can expect to pay $2,017. The most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl), can usually be booked for $699.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Sri Lanka (average of $681). Flying from Sydney to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,190). 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 9 airlines flying from Sydney to Sri Lanka

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Sydney 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 29 August 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$832Average$1,084FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$835Average$1,150FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air IndiaCheapest$839Average$884FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Cathay PacificCheapest$850Average$1,208FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$908Average$1,227FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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China EasternCheapest$984Average$1,389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,083Average$1,370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,103Average$1,373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Thai AirwaysCheapest$1,125Average$1,334FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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