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Cheap flights from Australia to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from $401

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 15/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — CMB
8 Mar — 15 Mar1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Australia to Colombo

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Australia to Colombo flight deals. Data was last updated 3 March 2025.

Round-trip from

$699

One-way from

$401

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,254

Good round-trip deal

$1,068 or less

Good one-way deal

$522 or less
11/3-22/3
  • 11/3-22/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 50m total
  • Australia to Colombo
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15/5
  • 15/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 16h 55m total
  • Australia to Colombo
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price ($501 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($108 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Australia to Colombo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Australia to Colombo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 3 March 2025.

Sun 11/523:35PER - CMB
1 stop25h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 25/511:25CMB - PER
2 stops35h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/3$702
Mon 7/405:10PER - CMB
1 stop19h 15mAirAsia
Thu 3/722:55CMB - PER
1 stop27h 05mAirAsia
Deal found 3/3$707
Fri 9/501:10PER - CMB
1 stop24h 55mSingapore Airlines
Sat 24/500:50CMB - PER
1 stop20h 35mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 3/3$859
Mon 28/409:15PER - CMB
1 stop17h 05mCathay Pacific
Sat 10/501:10CMB - PER
1 stop19h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 3/3$898
Sun 19/1011:15BNE - CMB
2 stops38h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 15/1101:10CMB - BNE
2 stops28h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/3$903
Mon 4/812:35BNE - CMB
1 stop15h 25mCathay Pacific
Sun 17/800:50CMB - BNE
1 stop17h 05mCathay Pacific
Deal found 3/3$904
Thu 13/301:00MEL - CMB
1 stop26h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 30/322:55CMB - MEL
1 stop16h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/3$915
Sat 15/302:25PER - CMB
1 stop23h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Sat 29/300:40CMB - PER
1 stop22h 00mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 3/3$927
Thu 22/518:05SYD - CMB
1 stop34h 00mSingapore Airlines
Wed 4/600:50CMB - SYD
1 stop29h 05mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 2/3$935
Mon 24/321:50SYD - CMB
1 stop18h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 31/322:55CMB - SYD
2 stops27h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/3$936
Tue 4/317:10SYD - CMB
Nonstop10h 55mSriLankan Airlines
Thu 27/300:10CMB - SYD
Nonstop10h 15mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 1/3$939
Sun 1/618:25MEL - CMB
1 stop33h 40mSingapore Airlines
Sun 15/600:50CMB - MEL
1 stop23h 00mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 3/3$984

Find flights from Australia to Colombo within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Australia to Colombo 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 3 March 2025.

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Depart

Return

Price

PerthColombo

PER - CMB

PERCMB

Perth

Sun 11/5

23:35-22:45

1 stop25h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 25/5

11:25-01:20

2 stops35h 25m

$702

PerthColombo

PER - CMB

PERCMB

Perth

Mon 7/4

05:10-21:55

1 stop19h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 3/7

22:55-04:30

1 stop27h 05m

$707

PerthColombo

PER - CMB

PERCMB

Perth

Fri 9/5

01:10-23:35

1 stop24h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 24/5

00:50-23:55

1 stop20h 35m

$859

PerthColombo

PER - CMB

PERCMB

Perth

Mon 28/4

09:15-23:50

1 stop17h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 10/5

01:10-22:40

1 stop19h 00m

$898

BrisbaneColombo

BNE - CMB

BNECMB

Brisbane

Mon 4/8

23:55-23:30

1 stop28h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 18/8

00:50-22:25

1 stop17h 05m

$904

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Thu 13/3

01:00-21:50

1 stop26h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 30/3

22:55-21:20

1 stop16h 55m

$915

BrisbaneColombo

BNE - CMB

BNECMB

Brisbane

Sun 1/6

11:15-09:55

2 stops51h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 28/6

07:40-09:55

2 stops21h 45m

$919

PerthColombo

PER - CMB

PERCMB

Perth

Sat 15/3

02:25-23:35

1 stop23h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 29/3

00:40-01:10

1 stop22h 00m

$927

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 22/5

18:05-23:35

1 stop34h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 4/6

00:50-10:25

1 stop29h 05m

$935

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 24/3

21:50-11:05

1 stop18h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 31/3

22:55-08:20

2 stops27h 55m

$936

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Best time to book a flight from Australia to Colombo

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Travel insights for flights from Australia to Colombo

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $682). Flying from Australia to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,271). 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 AU to CMB?

Find hourly flight availability from Australia to Colombo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 3 March 2025.

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

Rainfall in Colombo by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport ranges from 60.0 - 350.0 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 350.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport when rainfall is around 60.0 mm.

Temperature in Colombo by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, March is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 27.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Colombo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Colombo. 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 Colombo. Reviews last updated 3 March 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Australia to Colombo, such as Emirates, Singapore Airlines and Thai Airways. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,236 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,236 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,236 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,286 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,236 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

Thai Airways
7.8
Good
315 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,236 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
401 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,236 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
825 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,236 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Australia to Colombo. 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 Australia to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is AirAsia X, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $546. However, be on the lookout for offers from SriLankan Airlines and Cathay Pacific, as they are both options that can get you from Australia to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport for a low price.

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

    The most popular flight routes from Australia to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport are Melbourne - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl, Sydney Kingsford Smith - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl and Melbourne Avalon - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $449. While the most popular route (Melbourne - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl) can be booked for $691 on average our data indicates $2,397 when flying from Australia to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Australia to Colombo?

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $682). Flying from Australia to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,271). 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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AirAsia XCheapest$500Average$583FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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AirAsiaCheapest$625Average$983FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$746Average$1,266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$796Average$1,480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$798Average$1,319FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$839Average$1,232FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air IndiaCheapest$844Average$1,032FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Thai AirwaysCheapest$849Average$1,365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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China EasternCheapest$974Average$1,363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$976Average$1,667FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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