Cheap flights from Sydney to Sri Lanka from $411

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 16/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — CMB
7 Dec — 14 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 7 November 2025.

Sat 15/1110:45SYD - CMB
1 stop28h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/1210:25CMB - SYD
2 stops44h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$899
Mon 17/1121:50SYD - CMB
1 stop17h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/1213:35CMB - SYD
2 stops23h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$902
Mon 10/1120:05SYD - CMB
3 stops31h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 24/1117:15CMB - SYD
2 stops21h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11$903
Wed 12/1121:50SYD - CMB
1 stop29h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 29/1110:25CMB - SYD
1 stop17h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$909
Fri 7/1111:35SYD - CMB
2 stops28h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 20/1100:40CMB - SYD
2 stops27h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$911
Fri 14/1110:45SYD - CMB
1 stop28h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 28/1117:15CMB - SYD
2 stops20h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11$917
Fri 14/1110:45SYD - CMB
1 stop28h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/1217:15CMB - SYD
2 stops20h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$919
Wed 12/1120:05SYD - CMB
1 stop20h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/1212:30CMB - SYD
2 stops24h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$925
Wed 12/1120:05SYD - CMB
3 stops31h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 21/1117:15CMB - SYD
2 stops20h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/11$926
Mon 17/1114:20SYD - CMB
3 stops30h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 18/1122:50CMB - SYD
3 stops32h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$931

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 7 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$893

One-way from

$411

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,303

Good round-trip deal

$1,125 or less

Good one-way deal

$575 or less
10/3-24/3
  • 10/3-24/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 44h 30m total
  • Sydney to Sri Lanka
16/11
  • 16/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 20h 45m total
  • Sydney to Sri Lanka
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price ($476 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($98 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 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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Customise your flight search to find flights from Sydney 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 7 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sydney to Sri Lanka that are best for you.

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SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 16/3

12:10-23:35

1 stop16h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 18/3

00:40-20:35

1 stop14h 25m

$936

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 30/1

16:10-23:30

1 stop12h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 17/2

00:45-17:55

1 stop35h 40m

$940

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 20/1

16:10-23:30

1 stop12h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 6/2

00:45-17:55

1 stop35h 40m

$1,162

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 16/3

20:45-16:05

1 stop24h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 19/3

17:05-19:15

1 stop20h 40m

$1,185

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 26/11

21:50-09:25

1 stop17h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 9/12

22:50-20:35

1 stop16h 15m

$1,214

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 16/3

11:05-23:30

1 stop17h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 18/3

00:45-15:00

2 stops32h 45m

$1,225

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 22/11

10:45-21:50

1 stop16h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 8/12

22:50-20:35

1 stop16h 15m

$1,239

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 22/11

10:45-21:50

1 stop16h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 13/12

10:25-09:15

1 stop17h 20m

$1,240

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 29/11

10:45-09:25

1 stop28h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 6/12

10:25-09:15

1 stop17h 20m

$1,246

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 16/11

10:45-02:00

2 stops20h 45m

$411

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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to Sri Lanka

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Sri Lanka from Sydney with our price prediction graph.
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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Sri Lanka (average of $809). Flying from Sydney to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,273). 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 7 November 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Sydney to Sri Lanka in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 34% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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

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

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

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 7 November 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

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

BCN - SIN

Staff at Barcelona were fantastic, they helped me change a flight and nothing was any problem. Thank you Dina.

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

BCN - SIN

Staff at Barcelona were fantastic, they helped me change a flight and nothing was any problem. Thank you Dina.

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

BCN - SIN

Staff at Barcelona were fantastic, they helped me change a flight and nothing was any problem. Thank you Dina.

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

BCN - SIN

Staff at Barcelona were fantastic, they helped me change a flight and nothing was any problem. Thank you Dina.

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

BCN - SIN

Staff at Barcelona were fantastic, they helped me change a flight and nothing was any problem. Thank you Dina.

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

BCN - SIN

Staff at Barcelona were fantastic, they helped me change a flight and nothing was any problem. Thank you Dina.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 12h 50m. There are 8756 km between Sydney and Sri Lanka. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    The cheapest flight price from Sydney to Sri Lanka is $530. On average you can expect to pay $954. The most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl), can usually be booked for $685.

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Sri Lanka (average of $809). Flying from Sydney to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,273). 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 Sydney to Sri Lanka

Discover the top 10 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 7 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AirAsia XCheapest$656Average$763FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$801Average$1,129FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air IndiaCheapest$843Average$860FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Cathay PacificCheapest$856Average$1,296FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$862Average$1,106FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$913Average$1,228FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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China EasternCheapest$1,071Average$1,416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,091Average$1,365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,107Average$1,418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Thai AirwaysCheapest$1,126Average$1,351FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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