Cheap flights from Sydney to Sri Lanka from $391

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 22/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — CMB
27 Dec — 3 Jan1
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 27 November 2025.

Mon 1/1221:50SYD - CMB
1 stop17h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 20/1222:50CMB - SYD
1 stop16h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/11$1,033
Mon 1/1221:50SYD - CMB
1 stop17h 05mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/1203:00CMB - SYD
2 stops24h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/11$1,059
Fri 28/1113:35SYD - CMB
1 stop13h 05mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/1209:10CMB - SYD
2 stops28h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/11$1,081
Mon 1/1207:00SYD - CMB
3 stops44h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/1212:30CMB - SYD
2 stops24h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11$1,084
Fri 28/1120:05SYD - CMB
2 stops31h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/1203:00CMB - SYD
2 stops24h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/11$1,092
Wed 26/1113:35SYD - CMB
1 stop13h 05mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/1209:10CMB - SYD
2 stops28h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/11$1,101
Fri 28/1113:35SYD - CMB
1 stop13h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/1209:10CMB - SYD
2 stops29h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/11$1,104
Wed 26/1113:35SYD - CMB
1 stop13h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/1217:15CMB - SYD
2 stops20h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/11$1,121

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 27 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,001

One-way from

$391

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,310

Good round-trip deal

$1,120 or less

Good one-way deal

$572 or less
1/2-15/2
  • 1/2-15/2
  • 4 total stops
  • 51h 15m total
  • Sydney to Sri Lanka
22/1
  • 22/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 18h 50m total
  • Sydney to Sri Lanka
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price ($461 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($97 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 27 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

Fri 30/1

16:10-23:30

1 stop12h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 17/2

00:45-17:55

1 stop35h 40m

$1,013

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 11/3

16:10-10:45

1 stop24h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 15/3

12:15-07:40

1 stop13h 55m

$1,079

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 23/4

07:55-23:35

1 stop20h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 15/5

11:45-16:45

1 stop24h 30m

$1,159

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 23/4

10:10-23:50

1 stop18h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 14/5

01:10-11:25

2 stops29h 45m

$1,184

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 5/3

11:05-23:30

1 stop17h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 13/3

00:45-10:25

2 stops28h 10m

$1,184

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 4/3

11:05-23:30

1 stop17h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 17/3

00:45-07:45

2 stops25h 30m

$1,198

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 10/4

15:00-10:45

1 stop24h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 25/4

11:45-16:45

1 stop24h 30m

$1,218

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 30/1

20:05-11:00

1 stop20h 25m

$404

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 20/1

13:35-09:25

2 stops25h 20m

$414

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 18/2

19:10-10:45

1 stop21h 05m

$418

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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 $816). Flying from Sydney to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,272). 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 27 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.

How often are flights from Sydney to Sri Lanka delayed?

About 48% of weekly flights between Sydney and Sri Lanka have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 139 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon 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?

Sunday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Sydney to Sri Lanka flights?

Over the past year, SriLankan Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 48% 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 27 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

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

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

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

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

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

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

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

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

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

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

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

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

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 12h 50m. 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 $386. On average you can expect to pay $2,142. The most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl), can usually be booked for $690.

  • 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 $816). Flying from Sydney to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,272). 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 27 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AirAsia XCheapest$655Average$762FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$800Average$1,128FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air IndiaCheapest$842Average$860FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Cathay PacificCheapest$855Average$1,295FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$862Average$1,105FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$912Average$1,227FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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China EasternCheapest$1,070Average$1,414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,090Average$1,364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,106Average$1,417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Thai AirwaysCheapest$1,125Average$1,350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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