How often are flights from Adelaide to Colombo delayed?

Historically, on average around 0% of flights between Adelaide and Colombo have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 0 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Adelaide to Colombo flights?

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing at night have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Which airlines fly to Colombo?

Singapore Airlines, Qantas Airways and Malaysia Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Colombo from Adelaide according to our data. Singapore Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 46% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Colombo. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to Colombo on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Adelaide to Colombo?

Singapore Airlines and Cathay Pacific are the most popular carriers operating from Adelaide to Colombo

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Saturday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Adelaide Airport to Colombo?

Prices for flights from Adelaide Airport to Colombo are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Adelaide Airport to Colombo?

There are 7 operators available for flights from Adelaide Airport to Colombo as of December 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from Adelaide Airport to Colombo?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Adelaide Airport to Colombo.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Colombo?

The required travel and health documents for your Colombo trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Colombo. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Adelaide and Colombo?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,394 to $1,989. The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,132.

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06:25 - 21:50

ADL

CMB

20h 25m2 stops

03:30 - 07:25

CMB

ADL

22h 55m2 stops

$1,132Multiple Airlines

Wed, 21 Jan - Tue, 27 Jan

09:50 - 22:55

ADL

CMB

17h 05m1 stop

00:05 - 07:00

CMB

ADL

26h 55m1 stop

$1,135Malaysia Airlines

Sat, 20 Jun - Fri, 10 Jul

19:00 - 23:30

ADL

CMB

33h 30m2 stops

00:45 - 10:30

CMB

ADL

28h 45m1 stop

$1,149Cathay Pacific

Sun, 1 Mar - Mon, 23 Mar

06:25 - 21:50

ADL

CMB

20h 25m3 stops

03:00 - 07:25

CMB

ADL

23h 25m3 stops

$1,150Multiple Airlines

Wed, 4 Mar - Thu, 19 Mar

18:20 - 21:50

ADL

CMB

32h 30m3 stops

03:30 - 07:25

CMB

ADL

22h 55m2 stops

$1,153Multiple Airlines

Wed, 21 Jan - Tue, 27 Jan

12:00 - 23:30

ADL

CMB

16h 30m1 stop

00:45 - 10:30

CMB

ADL

28h 45m1 stop

$1,156Cathay Pacific

Sun, 1 Mar - Mon, 23 Mar

17:10 - 22:55

ADL

CMB

33h 45m2 stops

00:05 - 07:00

CMB

ADL

26h 55m1 stop

$1,165Malaysia Airlines

Sat, 20 Jun - Fri, 10 Jul

08:05 - 21:50

ADL

CMB

18h 45m2 stops

03:30 - 07:25

CMB

ADL

22h 55m2 stops

$1,191Multiple Airlines

Sat, 17 Jan - Thu, 22 Jan

06:00 - 23:50

ADL

CMB

21h 50m2 stops

01:10 - 11:05

CMB

ADL

29h 55m2 stops

$1,201Cathay Pacific

Tue, 14 Apr - Thu, 23 Apr

14:25 - 23:30

ADL

CMB

38h 05m2 stops

00:45 - 09:25

CMB

ADL

27h 40m2 stops

$1,212Cathay Pacific

Sun, 1 Mar - Mon, 23 Mar

Malaysia Airlines flights from Adelaide to Colombo

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Malaysia Airlines

20 June

ADL09:50Adelaide

17h 05m

1 stop

CMB22:55Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

10 July

CMB00:05Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

26h 55m

1 stop

ADL07:00Adelaide

$1,135

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20 June

ADL17:10Adelaide

33h 45m

2 stops

CMB22:55Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

10 July

CMB00:05Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

26h 55m

1 stop

ADL07:00Adelaide

$1,165

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2 May

ADL19:45Adelaide

31h 10m

2 stops

CMB22:55Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

22 May

CMB00:05Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

26h 55m

1 stop

ADL07:00Adelaide

$1,228

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Cathay Pacific

1 Mar

ADL19:00Adelaide

33h 30m

2 stops

CMB23:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

23 Mar

CMB00:45Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

28h 45m

1 stop

ADL10:30Adelaide

$1,149

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Cathay Pacific

1 Mar

ADL12:00Adelaide

16h 30m

1 stop

CMB23:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

23 Mar

CMB00:45Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

28h 45m

1 stop

ADL10:30Adelaide

$1,156

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Cathay Pacific

14 Apr

ADL06:00Adelaide

21h 50m

2 stops

CMB23:50Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

23 Apr

CMB01:10Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

29h 55m

2 stops

ADL11:05Adelaide

$1,201

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Wed 21/1

06:25-21:50

2 stops20h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 27/1

03:30-07:25

2 stops22h 55m

$1,132

AdelaideColombo

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Adelaide

Sat 20/6

09:50-22:55

1 stop17h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 10/7

00:05-07:00

1 stop26h 55m

$1,135

AdelaideColombo

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ADLCMB

Adelaide

Sun 1/3

19:00-23:30

2 stops33h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 23/3

00:45-10:30

1 stop28h 45m

$1,149

AdelaideColombo

ADL - CMB

ADLCMB

Adelaide

Wed 4/3

06:25-21:50

3 stops20h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 19/3

03:00-07:25

3 stops23h 25m

$1,150

AdelaideColombo

ADL - CMB

ADLCMB

Adelaide

Wed 21/1

18:20-21:50

3 stops32h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 27/1

03:30-07:25

2 stops22h 55m

$1,153

AdelaideColombo

ADL - CMB

ADLCMB

Adelaide

Sun 1/3

12:00-23:30

1 stop16h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 23/3

00:45-10:30

1 stop28h 45m

$1,156

AdelaideColombo

ADL - CMB

ADLCMB

Adelaide

Sat 20/6

17:10-22:55

2 stops33h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 10/7

00:05-07:00

1 stop26h 55m

$1,165

AdelaideColombo

ADL - CMB

ADLCMB

Adelaide

Sat 17/1

08:05-21:50

2 stops18h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 22/1

03:30-07:25

2 stops22h 55m

$1,191

AdelaideColombo

ADL - CMB

ADLCMB

Adelaide

Tue 14/4

06:00-23:50

2 stops21h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 23/4

01:10-11:05

2 stops29h 55m

$1,201

AdelaideColombo

ADL - CMB

ADLCMB

Adelaide

Sun 1/3

14:25-23:30

2 stops38h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 23/3

00:45-09:25

2 stops27h 40m

$1,212

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Adelaide and Colombo?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Colombo?

The cheapest month to fly to Colombo from Adelaide is in October. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,014, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel to Colombo during the month of October, then flying in August is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $1,050.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Colombo?

Our data shows that Wednesday is the least expensive day to fly to Colombo. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $1,222. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Saturday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Colombo on Saturday is $1,394.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Colombo?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Colombo is in the afternoon. momondo users have found flights departing from Adelaide to Colombo in the afternoon for as low as $1,231. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. At midday is when there is more demand to fly to Colombo, so prices are often more expensive at around $2,057 per ticket.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Colombo?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Colombo from Adelaide when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Colombo for around $1,259 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Colombo from Adelaide for as low as $1,023 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	17h 35m
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The fastest flight from Adelaide to Colombo takes 17h 35m

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How far is Adelaide to Colombo by plane?
A flight from Adelaide to Colombo will travel around 7703.1 km. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 17h 35m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Adelaide Airport to Colombo?
Prices for flights from Adelaide Airport to Colombo are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Adelaide Airport to Colombo?
There are 7 operators available for flights from Adelaide Airport to Colombo as of December 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Adelaide Airport to Colombo?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Adelaide Airport to Colombo.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Colombo?
The required travel and health documents for your Colombo trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Colombo. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Malaysia Airlines	PriceFrom $753	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 286 reviews	Search Malaysia Airlines flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $884	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 1,419 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $976	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,103 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,149	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 952 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $1,150	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 429 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights
SriLankan Airlines	PriceFrom $1,187	Free cancellation	Rating 6.9 77 reviews	Search SriLankan Airlines flights
Emirates	PriceFrom $1,620	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,442 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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Singapore Airlines and Cathay Pacific are the most popular carriers operating from Adelaide to Colombo

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How often are flights from Adelaide to Colombo delayed?

Historically, on average around 0% of flights between Adelaide and Colombo have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 0 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Adelaide to Colombo flights?

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing at night have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Saturday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

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