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Cheap flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Australia from $414

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 14/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMB — SYD
30 Mar — 6 Apr1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Colombo to Australia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Colombo to Australia flight deals. Data was last updated 25 March 2025.

Round-trip from

$805

One-way from

$414

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,594

Good round-trip deal

$1,859 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,034 or less
8/5-21/5
  • 8/5-21/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 59h 50m total
  • Colombo to Australia
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14/4
  • 14/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 10m total
  • Colombo to Australia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($395 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($85 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 25 March 2025.

Thu 8/522:55CMB - PER
1 stop27h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 21/503:25PER - CMB
2 stops32h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/3$805
Tue 13/503:30CMB - SYD
2 stops36h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 25/512:50SYD - CMB
2 stops25h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/3$923
Sat 5/422:55CMB - MEL
2 stops25h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 21/405:15MEL - CMB
1 stop21h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/3$1,009
Wed 7/500:05CMB - PER
1 stop12h 15mMalaysia Airlines
Wed 21/502:10PER - CMB
1 stop23h 15mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 24/3$1,147
Fri 9/522:10CMB - SYD
2 stops29h 20mChina Eastern
Thu 22/511:20SYD - CMB
2 stops38h 20mChina Eastern
Deal found 24/3$1,164
Wed 7/500:50CMB - PER
1 stop33h 10mSingapore Airlines
Wed 14/501:10PER - CMB
1 stop24h 55mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 24/3$1,182
Tue 1/420:30CMB - MEL
1 stop32h 00mChina Eastern
Tue 8/421:30MEL - CMB
1 stop26h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 25/3$1,244
Wed 2/420:30CMB - BNE
1 stop32h 00mChina Eastern
Wed 7/511:00BNE - CMB
1 stop36h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 24/3$1,322
Sun 17/800:50CMB - MEL
1 stop24h 35mCathay Pacific
Mon 8/907:25MEL - CMB
1 stop20h 35mCathay Pacific
Deal found 24/3$1,322
Thu 8/500:55CMB - SYD
1 stop28h 55mThai Airways
Thu 22/510:00SYD - CMB
1 stop18h 25mThai Airways
Deal found 24/3$1,327
Thu 8/501:10CMB - SYD
1 stop24h 30mCathay Pacific
Thu 22/507:40SYD - CMB
1 stop20h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 24/3$1,344
Fri 11/404:05CMB - MEL
1 stop31h 00mEtihad Airways
Sun 27/405:00MEL - CMB
1 stop20h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 24/3$1,346

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Colombo to Australia 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 25 March 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Australia that are best for you.

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Colombo

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Australia

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Depart

Return

Price

ColomboPerth

CMB - PER

CMBPER

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 8/5

22:55-04:30

1 stop27h 05m

Perth

Wed 21/5

03:25-09:40

2 stops32h 45m

$805

ColomboSydney

CMB - SYD

CMBSYD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 13/5

03:30-20:00

2 stops36h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 25/5

12:50-09:40

2 stops25h 20m

$923

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 5/4

22:55-04:55

2 stops25h 30m

Melbourne

Mon 21/4

05:15-21:55

1 stop21h 10m

$1,009

ColomboPerth

CMB - PER

CMBPER

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 7/5

00:05-14:50

1 stop12h 15m

Perth

Wed 21/5

02:10-22:55

1 stop23h 15m

$1,147

ColomboSydney

CMB - SYD

CMBSYD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 9/5

22:10-08:00

2 stops29h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 22/5

11:20-21:10

2 stops38h 20m

$1,164

ColomboPerth

CMB - PER

CMBPER

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 7/5

00:50-12:30

1 stop33h 10m

Perth

Wed 14/5

01:10-23:35

1 stop24h 55m

$1,182

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 6/5

20:30-12:40

1 stop35h 40m

Melbourne

Sun 31/8

11:00-19:00

1 stop36h 30m

$1,266

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 17/8

00:50-05:55

1 stop24h 35m

Melbourne

Mon 8/9

07:25-23:30

1 stop20h 35m

$1,322

ColomboSydney

CMB - SYD

CMBSYD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 8/5

00:55-10:20

1 stop28h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 22/5

10:00-23:55

1 stop18h 25m

$1,327

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 14/4

04:05-03:10

1 stop18h 35m

Melbourne

Tue 29/4

05:00-20:40

1 stop20h 10m

$1,330

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Best time to book a flight from Colombo to Australia

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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 25 March 2025.

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 25 March 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Singapore Airlines, Emirates and Thai Airways from Colombo to Australia. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,284 reviews
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Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,284 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,284 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,284 reviews
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Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles
Thai Airways
7.8
Good
316 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,284 reviews
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Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
833 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,284 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
809 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,284 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles

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  • 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 $464 on AirAsia. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Cathay Pacific from $773 and Thai Airways from $786 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 $1,326. While the most popular route (Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - Melbourne) can be booked for $757 on average our data indicates $1,669 when flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Australia.

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  • 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 25 March 2025.
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AirAsiaCheapest$593Average$808FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$704Average$1,375FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$747Average$1,411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,008Average$1,593FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Thai AirwaysCheapest$1,345Average$1,581FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,377Average$1,789FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$1,429Average$1,851FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,914Average$2,214FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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