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Cheap flights from Australia to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from $339

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 28/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — CMB
3 Jan — 10 Jan1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Australia to Colombo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Australia (AU0) to Colombo (CMB). 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 29 December 2024.

Round-trip from

$799

One-way from

$339
5/2-22/2
  • 5/2-22/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 33h 40m total
  • Australia to Colombo
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28/1
  • 28/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 26h 10m total
  • Australia to Colombo
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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 29 December 2024.

Mon 30/1211:10PER - CMB
1 stop24h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/110:25CMB - PER
1 stop16h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/12$1,241
Sun 29/1217:25MEL - CMB
Nonstop10h 25mSriLankan Airlines
Tue 31/1200:35CMB - MEL
Nonstop9h 50mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 27/12$1,521
Mon 30/1208:20SYD - CMB
2 stops26h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/110:25CMB - SYD
1 stop17h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/12$1,706
Sun 29/1221:30MEL - CMB
2 stops37h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/110:25CMB - MEL
1 stop31h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/12$1,790
Sun 29/1216:55MEL - CMB
1 stop35h 05mQantas Airways
Tue 31/1200:45CMB - MEL
1 stop25h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 27/12$1,835
Sun 29/1212:00SYD - CMB
1 stop36h 30mChina Eastern
Sun 5/122:30CMB - SYD
2 stops33h 35mChina Eastern
Deal found 27/12$1,913
Sat 28/1222:30MEL - CMB
1 stop26h 00mChina Eastern
Thu 2/120:20CMB - MEL
1 stop36h 15mChina Eastern
Deal found 27/12$1,970
Sun 29/1217:10SYD - CMB
Nonstop10h 55mSriLankan Airlines
Sat 4/100:10CMB - SYD
Nonstop10h 15mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 27/12$2,118
Mon 30/1209:45MEL - CMB
2 stops43h 15mCathay Pacific
Mon 27/100:45CMB - MEL
2 stops30h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 28/12$2,171
Mon 30/1220:50DRW - CMB
3 stops33h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 14/110:25CMB - DRW
2 stops23h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/12$2,251
Mon 30/1206:05SYD - CMB
2 stops21h 55mQantas Airways
Tue 31/1200:45CMB - SYD
2 stops49h 40mQantas Airways
Deal found 28/12$2,336
Sun 29/1210:25AVV - CMB
1 stop17h 40mMultiple Airlines
Fri 3/100:10CMB - AVV
1 stop14h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/12$2,502

Find flights from Australia to Colombo within your budget

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PerthColombo

PER - CMB

PERCMB

Perth

Sat 8/3

21:30-21:50

2 stops26h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 29/3

22:50-17:00

2 stops39h 40m

$801

PerthColombo

PER - CMB

PERCMB

Perth

Mon 27/1

00:25-09:25

1 stop11h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 9/2

22:50-23:40

1 stop22h 20m

$814

PerthColombo

PER - CMB

PERCMB

Perth

Mon 17/2

01:10-23:30

1 stop24h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 26/2

00:45-05:25

1 stop26h 10m

$860

PerthColombo

PER - CMB

PERCMB

Perth

Sun 16/2

00:15-23:30

1 stop25h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 27/2

00:45-22:45

1 stop19h 30m

$947

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 10/2

10:45-21:50

1 stop16h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 15/2

10:25-19:30

2 stops27h 35m

$1,053

BrisbaneColombo

BNE - CMB

BNECMB

Brisbane

Thu 20/3

14:30-23:30

1 stop13h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 24/3

00:45-19:45

1 stop14h 30m

$1,058

PerthColombo

PER - CMB

PERCMB

Perth

Sun 16/2

02:25-23:35

1 stop23h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 23/2

00:40-01:25

1 stop22h 15m

$1,063

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 25/2

16:10-23:30

1 stop12h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 10/3

00:45-17:55

1 stop35h 40m

$1,076

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Wed 5/2

21:25-09:25

2 stops17h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 18/2

10:25-05:00

1 stop13h 05m

$1,084

BrisbaneColombo

BNE - CMB

BNECMB

Brisbane

Wed 19/3

00:10-23:30

1 stop27h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 25/3

17:05-22:40

2 stops25h 05m

$1,087

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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 $1,284). 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 29 December 2024.

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 29 December 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Australia to Colombo, such as Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific and Malaysia Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,376 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,376 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,376 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,323 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,376 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
451 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,376 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,767 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,376 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
825 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,376 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

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, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $394. However, be on the lookout for offers from IndiGo and AirAsia X, 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 $749. While the most popular route (Melbourne - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl) can be booked for $783 on average our data indicates $3,041 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 $1,284). 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 10 airlines flying from Australia to Colombo

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Australia to Colombo. 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 29 December 2024.
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AirAsia XCheapest$500Average$585FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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AirAsiaCheapest$626Average$922FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$758Average$1,294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$797Average$1,677FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$818Average$1,354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Batik AirCheapest$834Average$1,419FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Thai AirwaysCheapest$850Average$1,451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$940Average$1,352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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China EasternCheapest$962Average$1,260FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Air IndiaCheapest$972Average$1,195FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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