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Cheap flights from Sydney to Sri Lanka from $433

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 27/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — CMB
30 Mar — 6 Apr1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Sydney to Sri Lanka

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

Round-trip from

$931

One-way from

$433

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,209

Good round-trip deal

$1,046 or less

Good one-way deal

$491 or less
18/6-28/6
  • 18/6-28/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 57h 10m total
  • Sydney to Sri Lanka
27/5
  • 27/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 45m total
  • Sydney to Sri Lanka
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price ($506 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($110 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Sri Lanka.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Sri Lanka.

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Cheapest flights from Sydney to Sri Lanka
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to Sri Lanka. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 25 March 2025.

Wed 18/609:15SYD - CMB
2 stops26h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 28/622:55CMB - SYD
2 stops30h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/3$931
Thu 17/707:55SYD - CMB
1 stop20h 10mSingapore Airlines
Sun 24/811:05CMB - SYD
1 stop27h 40mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 24/3$951
Thu 24/713:05SYD - CMB
1 stop14h 20mMalaysia Airlines
Wed 13/800:05CMB - SYD
1 stop15h 00mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 24/3$959
Tue 20/516:10SYD - CMB
Nonstop11h 15mSriLankan Airlines
Mon 9/600:20CMB - SYD
Nonstop10h 05mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 25/3$988
Mon 12/507:40SYD - CMB
1 stop20h 40mCathay Pacific
Thu 22/501:10CMB - SYD
1 stop27h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 24/3$1,020
Mon 24/321:30SYD - CMB
1 stop27h 00mChina Eastern
Wed 30/420:30CMB - SYD
1 stop35h 35mChina Eastern
Deal found 23/3$1,120

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Sri Lanka

Route

Depart

Return

Price

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 18/6

09:15-07:10

2 stops26h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 28/6

22:55-10:10

2 stops30h 45m

$931

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 17/7

07:55-23:35

1 stop20h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 24/8

11:05-19:15

1 stop27h 40m

$951

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 24/7

13:05-22:55

1 stop14h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 13/8

00:05-19:35

1 stop15h 00m

$959

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 20/5

16:10-22:55

Nonstop11h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 9/6

00:20-14:55

Nonstop10h 05m

$988

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 12/5

07:40-23:50

1 stop20h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 22/5

01:10-08:40

1 stop27h 00m

$1,020

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 28/4

20:30-19:00

1 stop27h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 25/5

20:30-09:00

1 stop32h 00m

$1,139

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 27/5

17:40-21:55

2 stops32h 45m

$433

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 15/7

18:05-23:35

1 stop34h 00m

$460

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 29/7

16:10-22:55

Nonstop11h 15m

$557

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 3/4

12:20-21:10

3 stops38h 20m

$706

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sydney to Sri Lanka

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Sri Lanka (average of $682). Flying from Sydney to Sri Lanka 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 LK?

Find hourly flight availability from Sydney 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 25 March 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Sydney to Sri Lanka as you normally would.

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 25 March 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Emirates and Cathay Pacific from Sydney to Sri Lanka have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SIN - JNB

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

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SIN - JNB

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

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SIN - JNB

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

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SIN - JNB

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

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SIN - JNB

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

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

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 Sri Lanka. 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 Sri Lanka?

    For a flight from Sydney to Sri Lanka, you will be flying from Kingsford Smith. Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) is just 7.5 km from the centre of the city.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sydney to Sri Lanka one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Sydney to Sri Lanka are China Eastern ($706), SriLankan Airlines ($778), and Malaysia Airlines ($956).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sydney to Sri Lanka?

    The cheapest flight price from Sydney to Sri Lanka is $397. On average you can expect to pay $3,117. The most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl), can usually be booked for $757.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Sydney to Sri Lanka?

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Sri Lanka (average of $682). Flying from Sydney to Sri Lanka 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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Top 10 airlines flying from Sydney to Sri Lanka

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Sydney to Sri Lanka. 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.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AirAsia XCheapest$479Average$596FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$841Average$1,224FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$845Average$1,116FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Air IndiaCheapest$871Average$1,137FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$940Average$1,229FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$947Average$1,297FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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China EasternCheapest$1,004Average$1,435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,084Average$1,441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,204Average$1,474FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Thai AirwaysCheapest$1,234Average$1,386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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