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Cheap flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Australia 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 27/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMB — SYD
24 Dec — 31 Dec1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Colombo to Australia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Colombo (CMB) to Australia (AU0). 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 19 December 2024.

Round-trip from

$981

One-way from

$411
14/1-21/1
  • 14/1-21/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 25m total
  • Colombo to Australia
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27/3
  • 27/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 15m total
  • Colombo to Australia
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Cheapest flights from Colombo to Australia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Colombo to Australia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 19 December 2024.

Mon 23/1210:25CMB - PER
1 stop19h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 30/1217:10PER - CMB
1 stop31h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/12$1,014
Mon 23/1222:50CMB - SYD
1 stop16h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 24/108:20SYD - CMB
1 stop19h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12$1,070
Sun 22/1220:20CMB - MEL
1 stop36h 15mChina Eastern
Wed 22/122:30MEL - CMB
1 stop26h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 18/12$1,294
Tue 31/1203:00CMB - MEL
2 stops20h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 17/101:00MEL - CMB
1 stop13h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12$1,332
Wed 18/1201:05CMB - SYD
3 stops52h 25mChina Eastern
Fri 24/112:00SYD - CMB
1 stop36h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 18/12$1,384
Tue 31/1200:45CMB - MEL
1 stop16h 45mCathay Pacific
Wed 29/100:45MEL - CMB
1 stop28h 15mCathay Pacific
Deal found 19/12$1,441
Tue 24/1222:50CMB - ADL
2 stops27h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/112:00ADL - CMB
2 stops26h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/12$1,507
Thu 26/1201:00CMB - MEL
1 stop14h 50mThai Airways
Wed 26/214:30MEL - CMB
1 stop15h 01mThai Airways
Deal found 18/12$1,527
Thu 26/1200:45CMB - MEL
1 stop25h 30mQantas Airways
Wed 26/207:30MEL - CMB
2 stops19h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/12$1,618
Sun 22/1200:45CMB - MEL
1 stop28h 35mSingapore Airlines
Thu 20/319:25MEL - CMB
1 stop33h 35mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 18/12$1,676
Thu 19/1200:45CMB - SYD
1 stop25h 00mCathay Pacific
Mon 20/122:20SYD - CMB
1 stop30h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 18/12$1,691
Thu 26/1200:40CMB - MEL
1 stop14h 35mMalaysia Airlines
Tue 25/200:30MEL - CMB
1 stop28h 35mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 18/12$1,721

Find flights from Colombo to Australia within your budget

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ColomboPerth

CMB - PER

CMBPER

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 14/1

10:25-08:10

1 stop19h 15m

Perth

Tue 21/1

09:45-09:25

1 stop26h 10m

$981

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 2/1

22:50-23:45

1 stop19h 25m

Melbourne

Thu 30/1

13:10-21:10

1 stop13h 30m

$1,072

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 13/3

00:45-23:00

1 stop16h 45m

Melbourne

Sat 3/5

07:25-23:55

1 stop21h 00m

$1,172

ColomboBrisbane

CMB - BNE

CMBBNE

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 13/3

00:45-22:40

1 stop17h 25m

Brisbane

Wed 14/5

00:55-23:55

1 stop27h 30m

$1,199

ColomboBrisbane

CMB - BNE

CMBBNE

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 15/3

10:25-20:30

2 stops29h 35m

Brisbane

Wed 14/5

00:55-23:55

1 stop27h 30m

$1,218

ColomboSydney

CMB - SYD

CMBSYD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 2/2

13:50-20:35

3 stops25h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 9/2

10:45-09:25

1 stop28h 10m

$1,238

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 17/2

03:00-10:10

2 stops25h 40m

Melbourne

Tue 25/2

16:55-21:45

2 stops34h 20m

$1,287

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 7/3

20:20-10:00

1 stop32h 10m

Melbourne

Thu 10/4

11:00-19:00

1 stop36h 30m

$1,294

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 17/3

00:45-08:15

1 stop26h 00m

Melbourne

Sat 29/3

19:25-23:35

1 stop33h 40m

$1,308

ColomboBrisbane

CMB - BNE

CMBBNE

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 14/3

00:45-16:55

1 stop35h 40m

Brisbane

Thu 15/5

14:45-23:35

1 stop37h 20m

$1,362

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Travel insights for flights from Colombo to Australia

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Colombo to Australia including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Australia (average of $129). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Australia 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 AU?

Find hourly flight availability from Colombo to Australia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 19 December 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Australia as you normally would.

Rainfall in Australia by month

Plan your trip to Australia by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Australia ranges from 50.0 - 130.0 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 130.0 mm. September is typically the driest time to visit Australia when rainfall is around 50.0 mm.

Temperature in Australia by month

Plan your trip to Australia by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Australia, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 22.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Australia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Australia. 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 Australia. Reviews last updated 19 December 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Qantas Airways, Etihad Airways and Qatar Airways from Colombo to Australia. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,410 reviews
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Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,410 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,410 reviews
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Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,331 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,410 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Garuda Indonesia
8.0
Very Good
81 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,410 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Thai Airways
7.8
Good
357 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,410 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
839 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,410 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Colombo to Australia. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $606 on IndiGo. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Cathay Pacific from $657 and AirAsia from $664 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Australia?

    While some choose either Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - Sydney Kingsford Smith or Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - Melbourne Avalon, Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - Melbourne is the most popular route from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Australia.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $1,328. While the most popular route (Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - Melbourne) can be booked for $959 on average our data indicates $1,795 when flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Australia.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on Colombo to Australia flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

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    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Colombo to Australia.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Colombo to Australia?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Colombo to Australia 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 Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Australia?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Australia (average of $129). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Australia 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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Top 8 airlines flying from Colombo to Australia

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Colombo to Australia. 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 19 December 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AirAsiaCheapest$592Average$770FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$695Average$1,492FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$746Average$1,629FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Batik AirCheapest$836Average$1,325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,072Average$1,630FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$1,266Average$1,773FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,373Average$1,763FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Thai AirwaysCheapest$1,377Average$1,549FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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