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Cheap flights from Cairns to Sri Lanka from $570

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 17/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CNS — CMB
24 Dec — 31 Dec1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Cairns to Sri Lanka

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cairns (CNS) to Sri Lanka (LK0). 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

$1,010

One-way from

$570
23/1-22/5
  • 23/1-22/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 57h 40m total
  • Cairns to Sri Lanka
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 17/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 33h 25m total
  • Cairns to Sri Lanka

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Cheapest flights from Cairns to Sri Lanka
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cairns to Sri Lanka. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 19 December 2024.

Fri 20/1218:35CNS - CMB
1 stop33h 25mSingapore Airlines
Sun 5/100:45CMB - CNS
1 stop12h 05mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 17/12$3,100
Fri 20/1212:35CNS - CMB
2 stops50h 20mQantas Airways
Mon 6/112:10CMB - CNS
2 stops19h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 18/12$3,751
Fri 20/1212:45CNS - CMB
3 stops34h 10mEmirates
Mon 6/120:15CMB - CNS
3 stops35h 15mEmirates
Deal found 17/12$5,528

Find flights from Cairns to Sri Lanka within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Cairns to Sri Lanka 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 19 December 2024.

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CairnsColombo

CNS - CMB

CNSCMB

Cairns

Mon 17/2

18:35-23:30

1 stop33h 25m

$572

CairnsColombo

CNS - CMB

CNSCMB

Cairns

Mon 17/2

06:00-23:30

2 stops22h 00m

$694

CairnsColombo

CNS - CMB

CNSCMB

Cairns

Mon 17/2

12:45-09:30

3 stops49h 15m

$1,678

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Deals found on 17/12

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Travel insights for flights from Cairns to Sri Lanka

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cairns to Sri Lanka?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Sri Lanka (average of $682). Flying from Cairns to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,117). 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 CNS to LK?

Find hourly flight availability from Cairns to Sri Lanka. 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.

When flying from Cairns to Sri Lanka, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in Sri Lanka by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Sri Lanka 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 Sri Lanka when rainfall is around 60.0 mm.

Temperature in Sri Lanka by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Sri Lanka, 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 Sri Lanka

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sri Lanka. 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 Sri Lanka. Reviews last updated 19 December 2024.
8.1
Very Good
3,410 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

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.

8.1
Very Good
3,410 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,410 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

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.

8.1
Very Good
1,331 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,410 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

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.

7.5
Good
809 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,410 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

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

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Cairns to Sri Lanka?

    Cairns (CNS), located 4.4 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Cairns to Sri Lanka.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cairns to Sri Lanka that include hotel bookings?

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Cairns to Sri Lanka?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cairns to Sri Lanka 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 Cairns to Sri Lanka?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Sri Lanka (average of $682). Flying from Cairns to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,117). 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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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$987Average$1,134FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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