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Cheap flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Sydney from $627

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 4/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMB — SYD
20 Apr — 27 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith are usually found in May or September, booked 51 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Colombo to Sydney

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Colombo (CMB) to Sydney (SYD). 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 15 April 2025.

Round-trip from

$918

One-way from

$627

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,596

Good round-trip deal

$1,851 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,136 or less
14/5-28/5
  • 14/5-28/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 38h 15m total
  • Colombo to Sydney
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4/7
  • 4/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 27h 15m total
  • Colombo to Sydney
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($399 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($87 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Colombo to Sydney
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Colombo to Sydney. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 April 2025.

Wed 14/503:30CMB - SYD
2 stops23h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 28/512:50SYD - CMB
1 stop14h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/4$918
Thu 7/811:05CMB - SYD
1 stop27h 40mSingapore Airlines
Wed 20/807:55SYD - CMB
1 stop30h 10mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 14/4$1,138
Sun 18/522:10CMB - SYD
3 stops29h 50mChina Eastern
Tue 27/511:20SYD - CMB
3 stops35h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 15/4$1,176
Fri 24/1000:50CMB - SYD
1 stop24h 50mCathay Pacific
Sat 15/1108:45SYD - CMB
1 stop20h 15mCathay Pacific
Deal found 14/4$1,233
Thu 15/500:05CMB - SYD
1 stop15h 00mMalaysia Airlines
Mon 26/513:05SYD - CMB
1 stop14h 20mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 15/4$1,422
Wed 30/700:55CMB - SYD
1 stop28h 55mThai Airways
Wed 13/810:00SYD - CMB
1 stop18h 25mThai Airways
Deal found 15/4$1,449
Thu 31/707:50CMB - SYD
1 stop18h 05mQantas Airways
Wed 13/809:50SYD - CMB
1 stop28h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 15/4$1,568
Sat 17/500:20CMB - SYD
Nonstop10h 05mSriLankan Airlines
Tue 27/516:10SYD - CMB
Nonstop11h 15mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 15/4$1,587

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ColomboSydney

CMB - SYD

CMBSYD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 14/5

03:30-07:50

2 stops23h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 28/5

12:50-22:45

1 stop14h 25m

$918

ColomboSydney

CMB - SYD

CMBSYD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 7/8

11:05-19:15

1 stop27h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 20/8

07:55-09:35

1 stop30h 10m

$1,138

ColomboSydney

CMB - SYD

CMBSYD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 18/5

22:10-08:30

3 stops29h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 27/5

11:20-18:20

3 stops35h 30m

$1,176

ColomboSydney

CMB - SYD

CMBSYD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 29/5

01:10-08:40

1 stop27h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 6/6

21:50-23:30

1 stop30h 10m

$1,238

ColomboSydney

CMB - SYD

CMBSYD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 15/5

00:05-19:35

1 stop15h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 26/5

13:05-22:55

1 stop14h 20m

$1,422

ColomboSydney

CMB - SYD

CMBSYD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 30/7

00:55-10:20

1 stop28h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 13/8

10:00-23:55

1 stop18h 25m

$1,449

ColomboSydney

CMB - SYD

CMBSYD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 31/7

07:50-06:25

1 stop18h 05m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 13/8

09:50-09:35

1 stop28h 15m

$1,568

ColomboSydney

CMB - SYD

CMBSYD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 17/5

00:20-14:55

Nonstop10h 05m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 27/5

16:10-22:55

Nonstop11h 15m

$1,587

ColomboSydney

CMB - SYD

CMBSYD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 4/7

00:05-07:50

1 stop27h 15m

$627

ColomboSydney

CMB - SYD

CMBSYD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 6/7

19:30-08:15

2 stops32h 15m

$692

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Best time to book a flight from Colombo to Sydney

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Colombo to Sydney. Price data was last updated on 11 April 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Sydney, you should look to book at least 51 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Sydney (average of $129). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Sydney in October is currently the most expensive (average of $171). 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 CMB to SYD?

Find hourly flight availability from Colombo to Sydney. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 15 April 2025.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 12% on flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Sydney by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

Rainfall in Sydney by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Sydney ranges from 50.0 - 130.0 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 130.0 mm. September is typically the driest time to visit Sydney when rainfall is around 50.0 mm.

Temperature in Sydney by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Sydney, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 22.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Sydney

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sydney. 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 Sydney. Reviews last updated 15 April 2025.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,288 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,288 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,288 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,198 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,288 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles
Thai Airways
7.7
Good
323 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,288 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
846 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,288 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
818 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,288 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Colombo to Sydney. 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 into for flights to Sydney from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl?

    Most people fly into Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) if they book a flight to Sydney from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl. On average, Kingsford Smith has 1 inbound flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl per day from 5 airlines. Sydney Kingsford Smith is conveniently located just 7.5 km from Sydney’s city centre.

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

    Flying on Singapore Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Sydney, with prices starting at $1,138. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by China Eastern and Cathay Pacific, with the lowest prices starting at $1,176 and $1,238, respectively. Users have found that Singapore Airlines is 33% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    $692 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from IndiGo. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Cathay Pacific and Thai Airways, with prices starting from $706 and $801, respectively.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Sydney? While on average our users pay $1,635, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $1,064. The most popular route (Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - Sydney Kingsford Smith), is priced around $822.

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

    Of the flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Sydney that have stopovers, most of them stop in Singapore.

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

    The majority of Singapore visitors spend their time at Sentosa, Merlion, and Boat Quay. Those on a stopover in Singapore interested in visiting Sentosa, Merlion, or Boat Quay can do so by traveling 21.6 km, 16.9 km, and 17.3 km, respectively from Singapore Changi. Travellers can rent a car at Singapore Changi for an average daily rate of $136 to make sightseeing during their stopover a little easier.

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

    Of the flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Sydney that have stopovers, the fewest flights stop in Kuala Lumpur.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Sydney (average of $129). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Sydney in October is currently the most expensive (average of $171). 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 5 airlines flying from Colombo to Sydney

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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,212Average$1,479FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Thai AirwaysCheapest$1,309Average$1,456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$1,336Average$1,498FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,407Average$1,572FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$1,683Average$1,868FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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