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Cheap flights from Australia to Colombo from $279

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Recent return flight deals from Australia to Colombo

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21:55 - 21:55PER-CMB
26h 30m2 stops
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23:00 - 04:00CMB-PER
26h 30m1 stop
$617
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Mon, 13 Oct - Mon, 27 Oct
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23:15 - 09:25PER-CMB
12h 40m1 stop
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09:05 - 04:00CMB-PER
16h 25m1 stop
$619
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Wed, 12 Nov - Wed, 26 Nov
Malaysia Airlines Logo
02:10 - 22:50PER-CMB
23h 10m1 stop
Malaysia Airlines Logo
00:05 - 01:10CMB-PER
22h 35m1 stop
$727Malaysia Airlines
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Wed, 8 Oct - Tue, 21 Oct
Singapore Airlines Logo
06:25 - 23:35PER-CMB
19h 40m1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
00:50 - 05:25CMB-PER
26h 05m1 stop
$747Singapore Airlines
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Tue, 21 Oct - Sat, 25 Oct
Malaysia Airlines Logo
02:25 - 23:35PER-CMB
23h 40m1 stop
Malaysia Airlines Logo
00:40 - 15:15CMB-PER
12h 05m1 stop
$762Malaysia Airlines
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Sun, 9 Nov - Sat, 22 Nov
Singapore Airlines Logo
12:00 - 23:35SYD-CMB
17h 05m1 stop
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00:45 - 11:50CMB-SYD
29h 35m1 stop
$893Singapore Airlines
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Fri, 24 Oct - Sun, 26 Oct
Cathay Pacific Logo
12:10 - 23:30BNE-CMB
15h 50m1 stop
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00:45 - 22:40CMB-BNE
17h 25m1 stop
$1,041Cathay Pacific
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Mon, 3 Nov - Sat, 8 Nov
Cathay Pacific Logo
12:35 - 23:30BNE-CMB
15h 25m1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
00:45 - 10:30CMB-BNE
29h 15m1 stop
$1,053Cathay Pacific
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Thu, 23 Oct - Thu, 13 Nov
Qantas Airways Logo
06:00 - 21:10OOL-CMB
19h 40m2 stops
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12:10 - 12:55CMB-OOL
20h 15m3 stops
$1,612Qantas Airways
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Mon, 3 Nov - Sat, 8 Nov
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14:55 - 11:05DRW-CMB
24h 10m1 stop
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12:15 - 01:30CMB-DRW
33h 15m2 stops
$1,628Qantas Airways
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Mon, 8 Sep - Wed, 10 Sep

Malaysia Airlines flights from Australia to Colombo

Our best Malaysia Airlines deals on Australia to Colombo flight tickets
Malaysia Airlines
8 Oct
PER02:10Perth
23h 10m
1 stop
CMB22:50Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
21 Oct
CMB00:05Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
22h 35m
1 stop
PER01:10Perth
$727
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Malaysia Airlines
9 Nov
PER02:25Perth
23h 40m
1 stop
CMB23:35Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
22 Nov
CMB00:40Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
12h 05m
1 stop
PER15:15Perth
$762
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Malaysia Airlines
13 Oct
MEL14:25Melbourne
13h 55m
1 stop
CMB22:50Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
20 Oct
CMB00:20Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
25h 25m
1 stop
MEL07:15Melbourne
$893
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AirAsia flights from Australia to Colombo

Our best AirAsia deals on Australia to Colombo flight tickets
AirAsia
17 Oct
PER20:30Perth
15h 40m
1 stop
CMB09:40Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
23 Oct
CMB22:55Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
18h 25m
1 stop
PER19:50Perth
$625
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AirAsia
9 Nov
PER20:30Perth
15h 25m
1 stop
CMB09:25Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
24 Nov
CMB10:25Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
15h 05m
1 stop
PER04:00Perth
$634
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AirAsia
11 Sept
PER05:10Perth
19h 15m
1 stop
CMB21:55Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
26 Sept
CMB10:40Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
15h 20m
1 stop
PER04:30Perth
$646
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Australia to Colombo 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, momondo users made 78,305 searches. Data last updated 24 August 2025.
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Return

Price

PerthColombo

PER - CMB

PERCMB

Perth

Mon 13/10

21:55-21:55

2 stops26h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 27/10

23:00-04:00

1 stop26h 30m

$617

PerthColombo

PER - CMB

PERCMB

Perth

Wed 12/11

23:15-09:25

1 stop12h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 26/11

09:05-04:00

1 stop16h 25m

$619

PerthColombo

PER - CMB

PERCMB

Perth

Wed 8/10

02:10-22:50

1 stop23h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 21/10

00:05-01:10

1 stop22h 35m

$727

PerthColombo

PER - CMB

PERCMB

Perth

Tue 21/10

06:25-23:35

1 stop19h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 25/10

00:50-05:25

1 stop26h 05m

$747

PerthColombo

PER - CMB

PERCMB

Perth

Sun 9/11

02:25-23:35

1 stop23h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 22/11

00:40-15:15

1 stop12h 05m

$762

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 24/10

12:00-23:35

1 stop17h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 26/10

00:45-11:50

1 stop29h 35m

$893

BrisbaneColombo

BNE - CMB

BNECMB

Brisbane

Mon 3/11

12:10-23:30

1 stop15h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 8/11

00:45-22:40

1 stop17h 25m

$1,040

BrisbaneColombo

BNE - CMB

BNECMB

Brisbane

Thu 23/10

12:35-23:30

1 stop15h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 13/11

00:45-10:30

1 stop29h 15m

$1,053

CoolangattaColombo

OOL - CMB

OOLCMB

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Mon 3/11

06:00-21:10

2 stops19h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 8/11

12:10-12:55

3 stops20h 15m

$1,612

DarwinColombo

DRW - CMB

DRWCMB

Darwin

Mon 8/9

14:55-11:05

1 stop24h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 10/9

12:15-01:30

2 stops33h 15m

$1,628

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Colombo?

The cheapest month to fly to Colombo from Australia is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around $999, 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 February, then flying in August is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $1,044.

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

Our data shows that Monday is the least expensive day to fly to Colombo. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $1,091. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Thursday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Colombo on Thursday is $1,245.

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 at midday. momondo users have found flights departing from Australia to Colombo at midday for as low as $1,158. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. In the morning is when there is more demand to fly to Colombo, so prices are often more expensive at around $1,384 per ticket.

What is the cheapest Australia to Colombo flight route?

Fly from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl for the best Australia - Colombo flight prices

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Colombo from Australia when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Colombo for around $1,244 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 Australia for as low as $1,114 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Australia to Colombo flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Australia to Colombo flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Fastest flight time

10h 25m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Colombo

1 airport
The fastest flight from Australia to Colombo takes 10h 25m
Direct flights go from Australia to Colombo every day.
There is 1 airport near Colombo: Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB)
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    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 Australia 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.

Best airlines flying from Australia to Colombo

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AirAsiaPriceFrom $585Free cancellationRating
6.7
211 reviews
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Malaysia AirlinesPriceFrom $706Free cancellationRating
7.4
274 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $711Free cancellationRating
7.5
898 reviews
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom $720Free cancellationRating
8.1
1,352 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $781Free cancellationRating
7.6
974 reviews
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Air IndiaPriceFrom $800Free cancellationRating
5.5
2,929 reviews
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Virgin AustraliaPriceFrom $825Free cancellationRating
7.5
415 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom $902Free cancellationRating
7.4
1,233 reviews
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SriLankan AirlinesPriceFrom $912Free cancellationRating
6.8
75 reviews
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China EasternPriceFrom $953Free cancellationRating
7.2
161 reviews
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Fly into one of these airports located in Colombo

Airports listed have a maximum distance of 27.9 km from Colombo
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport
Colombo Diyawanna Oya Seaplane Base Airport