Cheap flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Sydney from $460

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 7/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMB — SYD
21 Apr — 28 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith are usually found in March or May, booked 51 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

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Cheapest flights from Colombo to Sydney
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Colombo to Sydney. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 March 2026.

Sun 19/422:50
CMB
-
SYD
1 stop16h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 26/409:45
SYD
-
CMB
1 stop16h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/3$1,011
Wed 8/403:45
CMB
-
SYD
2 stops24h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 18/409:45
SYD
-
CMB
1 stop16h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/3$1,015
Sun 19/422:50
CMB
-
SYD
1 stop16h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 27/420:50
SYD
-
CMB
1 stop17h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/3$1,016
Fri 1/522:50
CMB
-
SYD
1 stop29h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 30/520:35
SYD
-
CMB
3 stops29h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/3$1,028
Fri 1/518:45
CMB
-
SYD
2 stops20h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/520:35
SYD
-
CMB
1 stop19h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/3$1,032
Tue 21/722:50
CMB
-
SYD
1 stop16h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 26/720:50
SYD
-
CMB
1 stop17h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/3$1,052
Fri 3/410:25
CMB
-
SYD
1 stop17h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 17/409:45
SYD
-
CMB
1 stop16h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/3$1,056
Thu 9/406:30
CMB
-
SYD
1 stop21h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 20/420:50
SYD
-
CMB
1 stop17h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/3$1,062
Fri 3/410:25
CMB
-
SYD
1 stop17h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 16/422:10
SYD
-
CMB
1 stop16h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/3$1,066
Thu 2/422:50
CMB
-
SYD
1 stop29h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 16/422:10
SYD
-
CMB
1 stop16h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/3$1,070

Find flight deals from Colombo to Sydney

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Colombo (CMB) to Sydney (SYD). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 22 March 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,011

One-way from

$460

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,219

Good one-way deal

$926 or less
2/5-9/5
  • 2/5-9/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 44h 10m total
  • Colombo to Sydney
7/5
  • 7/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 28h 25m total
  • Colombo to Sydney
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($263 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($78 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight
Fastest return journey

ColomboSydney

CMB - SYD

CMBSYD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 2/5

11:30-19:35

3 stops27h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 9/5

09:45-21:50

1 stop16h 35m

$1,011

ColomboSydney

CMB - SYD

CMBSYD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 2/4

22:50-09:20

1 stop29h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 18/4

09:45-21:50

1 stop16h 35m

$1,159

ColomboSydney

CMB - SYD

CMBSYD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 2/5

22:10-09:00

3 stops54h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 9/5

14:10-18:20

2 stops56h 40m

$1,166

ColomboSydney

CMB - SYD

CMBSYD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 16/4

20:30-08:00

3 stops31h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 26/4

10:05-18:20

2 stops36h 45m

$1,257

ColomboSydney

CMB - SYD

CMBSYD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 2/4

22:10-09:00

2 stops29h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 18/4

10:00-19:00

3 stops37h 30m

$1,278

ColomboSydney

CMB - SYD

CMBSYD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 3/4

20:30-13:35

1 stop35h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 17/4

10:05-19:00

3 stops37h 25m

$1,290

ColomboSydney

CMB - SYD

CMBSYD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 8/4

02:05-06:05

2 stops23h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 19/4

07:05-01:05

2 stops22h 30m

$1,301

ColomboSydney

CMB - SYD

CMBSYD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 9/4

22:10-08:00

2 stops29h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 19/4

11:00-21:10

3 stops62h 40m

$1,301

ColomboSydney

CMB - SYD

CMBSYD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 4/4

22:10-07:55

2 stops29h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 20/4

20:30-19:00

1 stop27h 00m

$1,337
Cheapest one-way

ColomboSydney

CMB - SYD

CMBSYD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 5/4

02:05-06:05

2 stops23h 30m

$518

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Sydney?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Colombo to Sydney. Price data was last updated on 13 March 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Sydney, you should look to book at least 51 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.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Sydney?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Sydney (average of $675). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Sydney in February is currently the most expensive (average of $1,189). 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 CMB to SYD?

Find hourly flight availability from Colombo to Sydney. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 22 March 2026.

When flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Sydney, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Thai Airways, andQantas Airways from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Sydney. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Sydney from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl?

    Most people fly into Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) if they book a flight to Sydney from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl. On average, Kingsford Smith has 0 inbound flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl per day from 5 airlines. Sydney Kingsford Smith is conveniently located just 7.5 km from Sydney’s city centre.

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    There are many flights that can get you from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Sydney in 54h 20m. Fly via China Eastern to get the fastest option. The distance between Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport and Sydney is about 8756 km.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Sydney round-trip?

    Flying on Malaysia Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Sydney, with prices starting at $784. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Qantas Airways and Singapore Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $989 and $1,049, respectively. Users have found that Malaysia Airlines is 47% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Sydney one-way?

    $455 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from AirAsia. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Malaysia Airlines and Thai Airways, with prices starting from $660 and $701, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Sydney?

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Sydney?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Sydney (average of $675). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Sydney in February is currently the most expensive (average of $1,189). 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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