Cheap flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Sydney from $488

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 13/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMB — SYD
16 Oct — 23 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith are usually found in September or May, booked 85 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap 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 16 September 2025.

Round-trip from

$888

One-way from

$488

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,427

Good round-trip deal

$1,625 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,016 or less
27/10-8/11
  • 27/10-8/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 50m total
  • Colombo to Sydney
13/11
  • 13/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 24h 45m total
  • Colombo to Sydney
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($346 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($81 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith.

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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 16 September 2025.

Mon 27/1023:00CMB - SYD
1 stop16h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/1121:50SYD - CMB
1 stop17h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9$888
Tue 28/1023:00CMB - SYD
3 stops38h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 7/1120:05SYD - CMB
2 stops18h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9$890
Thu 30/1010:25CMB - SYD
1 stop17h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/1120:05SYD - CMB
2 stops18h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9$900
Wed 15/1019:30CMB - SYD
2 stops20h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/1120:05SYD - CMB
1 stop20h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9$905
Sat 15/1123:00CMB - SYD
3 stops38h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 15/120:05SYD - CMB
3 stops31h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9$914
Wed 15/1019:30CMB - SYD
2 stops20h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 27/1020:05SYD - CMB
1 stop20h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9$917
Wed 15/1019:30CMB - SYD
2 stops20h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 30/1020:05SYD - CMB
1 stop20h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9$920
Wed 15/1009:05CMB - SYD
1 stop30h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/1110:45SYD - CMB
1 stop16h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9$921
Thu 23/1022:55CMB - SYD
2 stops27h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 30/1020:05SYD - CMB
3 stops31h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/9$923
Wed 15/1009:05CMB - SYD
1 stop30h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 26/1010:15SYD - CMB
1 stop17h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9$932

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Colombo

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Depart

Return

Price

ColomboSydney

CMB - SYD

CMBSYD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 17/10

10:40-21:00

1 stop28h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 23/10

22:15-09:40

1 stop16h 55m

$1,014

ColomboSydney

CMB - SYD

CMBSYD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 30/10

00:40-08:05

2 stops25h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 7/11

10:45-22:00

1 stop16h 45m

$1,038

ColomboSydney

CMB - SYD

CMBSYD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 29/10

00:40-20:35

1 stop14h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 11/11

21:50-09:25

1 stop17h 05m

$1,136

ColomboSydney

CMB - SYD

CMBSYD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 21/11

03:00-09:15

2 stops24h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 3/12

21:50-09:25

1 stop17h 05m

$1,180

ColomboSydney

CMB - SYD

CMBSYD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 28/10

00:40-20:35

1 stop14h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 5/11

20:05-09:25

2 stops18h 50m

$1,207

ColomboSydney

CMB - SYD

CMBSYD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 10/3

17:05-19:15

1 stop20h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 12/3

20:45-16:05

1 stop24h 50m

$1,256

ColomboSydney

CMB - SYD

CMBSYD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 10/3

20:20-13:35

1 stop35h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 12/3

21:30-18:20

2 stops50h 20m

$1,271

ColomboSydney

CMB - SYD

CMBSYD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 24/10

00:05-07:35

1 stop26h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 3/11

10:25-23:35

1 stop18h 40m

$1,291

ColomboSydney

CMB - SYD

CMBSYD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 25/10

00:20-20:35

1 stop14h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 6/11

22:15-23:35

1 stop30h 50m

$1,291

ColomboSydney

CMB - SYD

CMBSYD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 13/11

03:00-09:15

2 stops24h 45m

$488

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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 12 September 2025.

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 85 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 $129). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Sydney in October is currently the most expensive (average of $171). 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 16 September 2025.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 16% on flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Sydney by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Sydney

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sydney. 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 Sydney. Reviews last updated 16 September 2025.
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.

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

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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 1 inbound flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl per day from 5 airlines. Sydney Kingsford Smith is conveniently located just 7.5 km from Sydney’s city centre.

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

    Flying on Qantas Airways is currently your cheapest option to Sydney, with prices starting at $1,125. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Singapore Airlines and Malaysia Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $1,128 and $1,231, respectively. Users have found that Qantas Airways is 29% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Sydney? While on average our users pay $1,371, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $953. The most popular route (Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - Sydney Kingsford Smith), is priced around $740.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Sydney?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Singapore?

    The majority of Singapore visitors spend their time at Sentosa, Merlion, and Sim Lim Square. Those on a stopover in Singapore interested in visiting Sentosa, Merlion, or Sim Lim Square can do so by traveling 21.6 km, 16.9 km, and 16.3 km, respectively from Singapore Changi. Travellers can rent a car at Singapore Changi for an average daily rate of $145 to make sightseeing during their stopover a little easier.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Sydney flights?

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

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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 $129). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Sydney in October is currently the most expensive (average of $171). 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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