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Cheap flights from Sydney to Sri Lanka from $439

SYD — CMB
18 Nov — 25 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Sydney to Sri Lanka

Wed 25/1111:10 -
2 stops39h 55m
Wed 2/1220:50 -
1 stop35h 15m
Deal found 14/10$1,003
Wed 21/1021:30 -
1 stop27h 00m
Wed 11/1120:50 -
1 stop35h 15m
Deal found 17/10$1,006
Sun 25/1011:05 -
3 stops40h 00m
Sun 1/1122:35 -
3 stops33h 30m
Deal found 16/10$1,007
Sun 25/1011:05 -
2 stops40h 00m
Sat 7/1120:50 -
1 stop35h 15m
Deal found 18/10$1,008
Sun 29/1111:05 -
2 stops40h 00m
Sun 6/1220:50 -
1 stop35h 15m
Deal found 15/10$1,011
Wed 25/1111:10 -
3 stops39h 55m
Sat 12/1222:35 -
2 stops51h 15m
Deal found 17/10$1,013
Sat 24/1022:10 -
1 stop17h 30m
Sat 21/1100:40 -
1 stop25h 45m
Deal found 17/10$1,016
Fri 16/1009:50 -
1 stop17h 25m
Fri 23/1022:55 -
1 stop28h 55m
Deal found 15/10$1,017
Thu 22/1011:15 -
1 stop16h 05m
Tue 17/1119:55 -
1 stop14h 20m
Deal found 15/10$1,031
Sun 25/1020:05 -
2 stops31h 15m
Sat 7/1123:00 -
2 stops29h 30m
Deal found 18/10$1,033

Find flight deals from Sydney to Sri Lanka

Round-trip from

$1,003

One-way from

$439

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,128

Good round-trip deal

$1,173 or less

Good one-way deal

$701 or less
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 25/11-2/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 75h 10m total
  • Sydney to Sri Lanka
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VietJet Air
  • VietJet Air
  • 22/10-31/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 16h 05m total
  • Sydney to Sri Lanka
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($100 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in October 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Sri Lanka.
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SydneyColombo

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 24/10

09:50-20:45

1 stop16h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-04:30

Nonstop0h 00m

$496

SydneyColombo

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 16/1

09:20-19:00

1 stop39h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-04:30

Nonstop0h 00m

$586

SydneyColombo

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 17/11

12:00-21:35

3 stops63h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-04:30

Nonstop0h 00m

$606

SydneyColombo

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 23/11

15:15-23:25

1 stop37h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-04:30

Nonstop0h 00m

$668

SydneyColombo

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 24/11

16:15-23:25

2 stops36h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-04:30

Nonstop0h 00m

$675
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SydneyColombo

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 24/10

17:10-22:55

Nonstop11h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-04:30

Nonstop0h 00m

$747

SydneyColombo

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 23/10

17:10-22:55

Nonstop11h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-04:30

Nonstop0h 00m

$747

SydneyColombo

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 10/12

06:35-21:50

2 stops20h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-04:30

Nonstop0h 00m

$807

SydneyColombo

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 11/12

07:55-10:50

3 stops32h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-04:30

Nonstop0h 00m

$810

SydneyColombo

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 16/1

14:55-23:25

2 stops38h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-04:30

Nonstop0h 00m

$855

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Cheapflights Insights

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 $1,101). Flying from Sydney to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,079). 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?

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.

How often are flights from Sydney to Sri Lanka delayed?

About 35% of weekly flights between Sydney and Sri Lanka have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 129 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing in the evening 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?

Tuesday 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 Sydney to Sri Lanka flights?

Over the past year, SriLankan Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 35% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Sydney to Sri Lanka?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Sydney to Sri Lanka, you should look to book at least 70 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

Reviews of airlines servicing Sri Lanka

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Thai Airways, andQantas Airways 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.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,628 reviews
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Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matt,June 2026

SIN - CMB

Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,628 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,628 reviews
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Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matt,June 2026

SIN - CMB

Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello
Thai Airways
7.9
Good
429 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,628 reviews
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Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matt,June 2026

SIN - CMB

Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,114 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,628 reviews
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Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matt,June 2026

SIN - CMB

Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
319 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,628 reviews
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Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matt,June 2026

SIN - CMB

Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello
SriLankan Airlines
6.8
Okay
89 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,628 reviews
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Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matt,June 2026

SIN - CMB

Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello

Related info for your journey

  • 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 28h. 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 airlines to fly from Sydney to Sri Lanka one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Sydney to Sri Lanka are Malaysia Airlines ($385), Singapore Airlines ($419), and VietJet Air ($447).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Sydney to Sri Lanka is $648. On average you can expect to pay $2,723. The most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl), can usually be booked for $857.

  • 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 $1,101). Flying from Sydney to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,079). 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

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
VietJet AirCheapest$452Average$1,617FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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JetstarCheapest$531Average$1,132FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$566Average$1,636FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$720Average$997FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air IndiaCheapest$872Average$1,034FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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China EasternCheapest$879Average$1,293FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$885Average$1,612FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Batik AirCheapest$896Average$1,303FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$899Average$1,255FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$935Average$1,376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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