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Cheap flights from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from $426

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 8/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — CMB
26 Mar — 2 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl are usually found in February or October, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Sydney to Colombo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) 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 21 March 2025.

Round-trip from

$924

One-way from

$426

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,203

Good round-trip deal

$1,050 or less

Good one-way deal

$485 or less
5/8-11/8
  • 5/8-11/8
  • 4 total stops
  • 55h 55m total
  • Sydney to Colombo
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8/5
  • 8/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 23h 40m total
  • Sydney to Colombo
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price ($502 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 Sydney to Colombo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to Colombo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 March 2025.

Tue 5/818:20SYD - CMB
2 stops32h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/803:30CMB - SYD
2 stops23h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/3$924
Wed 3/907:55SYD - CMB
1 stop30h 10mSingapore Airlines
Thu 18/911:05CMB - SYD
1 stop25h 10mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 20/3$955
Tue 2/913:05SYD - CMB
1 stop14h 20mMalaysia Airlines
Mon 8/900:05CMB - SYD
1 stop15h 00mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 19/3$968
Thu 25/910:10SYD - CMB
1 stop17h 50mCathay Pacific
Sun 12/1000:50CMB - SYD
1 stop24h 50mCathay Pacific
Deal found 19/3$1,019
Sun 20/716:10SYD - CMB
Nonstop11h 15mSriLankan Airlines
Fri 15/800:20CMB - SYD
Nonstop10h 05mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 19/3$1,058
Sun 20/711:00SYD - CMB
1 stop36h 30mChina Eastern
Sat 16/820:30CMB - SYD
1 stop35h 35mChina Eastern
Deal found 19/3$1,142

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SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 24/4

21:15-18:15

3 stops25h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 9/5

19:15-07:50

2 stops32h 05m

$930

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 7/5

13:05-22:55

1 stop14h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 17/5

00:05-10:00

1 stop29h 25m

$982

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 8/5

15:00-23:35

1 stop13h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 18/5

00:50-16:45

1 stop35h 25m

$989

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 24/3

11:05-23:30

1 stop17h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 6/5

01:10-06:10

1 stop24h 30m

$1,039

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 1/4

17:10-22:55

Nonstop11h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 14/4

00:20-14:55

Nonstop10h 05m

$1,135

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 8/5

11:20-21:10

3 stops38h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 19/5

22:10-09:00

3 stops30h 20m

$1,155

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 8/5

14:30-09:40

2 stops23h 40m

$426

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 28/3

17:10-22:35

Nonstop10h 55m

$563

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 28/3

10:00-00:01

1 stop19h 31m

$696

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 17/4

11:20-21:10

2 stops38h 20m

$705

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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to Colombo

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sydney to Colombo. Price data was last updated on 14 March 2025.

Booking 87 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $682). Flying from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,253). 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 SYD to CMB?

Find hourly flight availability from Sydney 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 21 March 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 17% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Sydney to Colombo. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Tuesday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 21 March 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Singapore Airlines, Emirates and Thai Airways from Sydney to Colombo. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,279 reviews
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Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SIN - JNB

Cabin crew in business class was just so amazing, friendly, caring and professional
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,279 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,279 reviews
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Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SIN - JNB

Cabin crew in business class was just so amazing, friendly, caring and professional
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,193 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,279 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SIN - JNB

Cabin crew in business class was just so amazing, friendly, caring and professional
Thai Airways
7.8
Good
316 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,279 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SIN - JNB

Cabin crew in business class was just so amazing, friendly, caring and professional
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
832 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,279 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SIN - JNB

Cabin crew in business class was just so amazing, friendly, caring and professional
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,539 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,279 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SIN - JNB

Cabin crew in business class was just so amazing, friendly, caring and professional

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl?

    For a flight from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl, you will be flying from Kingsford Smith. Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) is just 7.5 km from the centre of the city. Kingsford Smith is the only Sydney airport and it handles 1 outbound flight to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl per day. 10 airlines have flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl from Sydney Kingsford Smith on a regular basis.

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

    Flying on Singapore Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, with prices starting at $955. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Malaysia Airlines and Cathay Pacific, with the lowest prices starting at $968 and $1,036, respectively. These flights start at 26% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Singapore Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $460. However, be on the lookout for offers from SriLankan Airlines and Thai Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport for a low price.

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

    The cheapest flight price from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is $395. On average you can expect to pay $2,992. The most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl), can usually be booked for $745.

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

    The most popular stopover on flights from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is Singapore. Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights stop in Kuala Lumpur the next most.

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

    If you're on a stopover in Singapore and looking for things to do, consider visiting Sentosa, Merlion, or Boat Quay. Sentosa, Merlion, and Boat Quay can be visited by traveling about 21.6 km, 16.9 km, and 17.3 km respectively from Singapore Changi. Those looking to explore during their stopover in Singapore can hire a car from Singapore Changi for about $133 per day.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Kuala Lumpur?

    The majority of Kuala Lumpur visitors spend their time at Petronas Towers, Berjaya Times Square, and National Mosque of Malaysia. Petronas Towers, Berjaya Times Square, and National Mosque of Malaysia can be visited by travelling about 46.6 km, 44.9 km, and 44.8 km respectively from Kuala Lumpur Intl. Travellers can rent a car at Kuala Lumpur Intl for an average daily rate of $51 to make sightseeing during their stopover a little easier.

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

    Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights that have stopovers will least frequently stop in Melbourne. Shanghai sees the next fewest stopovers on Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $682). Flying from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,253). 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$493Average$577FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Air IndiaCheapest$868Average$1,079FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$937Average$1,226FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$947Average$1,294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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China EasternCheapest$999Average$1,432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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