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Cheap flights from Cairns to Colombo from $584

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Singapore Airlines Logo
18:15 - 23:35
CNS
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CMB
33h 50m
1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
11:45 - 17:00
CMB
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CNS
24h 45m
1 stop
$1,198Singapore Airlines
Wed, 8 Jul - Thu, 6 Aug
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:00 - 21:55
CNS
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CMB
31h 25m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
22:55 - 05:30
CMB
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CNS
26h 05m
2 stops
$1,300Multiple Airlines
Wed, 8 Jul - Thu, 6 Aug
Singapore Airlines Logo
18:15 - 10:45
CNS
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CMB
21h 00m
1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
00:50 - 17:00
CMB
-
CNS
11h 40m
1 stop
$1,301Singapore Airlines
Mon, 18 May - Sat, 23 May
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:00 - 21:55
CNS
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CMB
31h 25m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:40 - 05:30
CMB
-
CNS
14h 20m
2 stops
$1,319Multiple Airlines
Wed, 8 Jul - Fri, 7 Aug
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:00 - 21:55
CNS
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CMB
39h 25m
3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
22:55 - 05:30
CMB
-
CNS
26h 05m
2 stops
$1,374Multiple Airlines
Thu, 10 Sep - Thu, 24 Sep
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:00 - 21:55
CNS
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CMB
31h 25m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
22:55 - 09:45
CMB
-
CNS
30h 20m
3 stops
$1,383Multiple Airlines
Wed, 8 Jul - Fri, 7 Aug
Singapore Airlines Logo
18:15 - 23:35
CNS
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CMB
33h 50m
1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
00:50 - 17:00
CMB
-
CNS
11h 40m
1 stop
$1,402Singapore Airlines
Mon, 7 Sep - Mon, 21 Sep
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:00 - 19:00
CNS
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CMB
41h 30m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:30 - 22:40
CMB
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CNS
45h 40m
2 stops
$1,427Multiple Airlines
Mon, 18 May - Sun, 24 May
Singapore Airlines Logo
18:15 - 10:45
CNS
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CMB
21h 00m
1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
00:50 - 17:00
CMB
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CNS
11h 40m
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$1,464Singapore Airlines
Mon, 1 Jun - Sun, 7 Jun
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11:00 - 09:40
CNS
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CMB
51h 10m
3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
22:55 - 09:45
CMB
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CNS
30h 20m
3 stops
$1,511Multiple Airlines
Thu, 10 Sep - Thu, 24 Sep

Qantas Airways flights from Cairns to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Cairns to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight tickets
Qantas Airways
30 Oct
CNS14:55Cairns
34h 45m
2 stops
CMB21:10Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
3 Nov
CMB12:10Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
26h 40m
2 stops
CNS19:20Cairns
$1,599
Qantas Airways
30 Oct
CNS13:55Cairns
35h 45m
2 stops
CMB21:10Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
3 Nov
CMB12:10Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
26h 40m
2 stops
CNS19:20Cairns
$1,602
Qantas Airways
12 Sept
CNS06:50Cairns
32h 45m
2 stops
CMB11:05Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
23 Sept
CMB07:35Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
24h 50m
2 stops
CNS12:55Cairns
$1,604

Cathay Pacific flights from Cairns to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on Cairns to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight tickets
Cathay Pacific
10 Sept
CNS12:35Cairns
39h 25m
2 stops
CMB23:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
21 Sept
CMB00:50Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
54h 30m
2 stops
CNS11:50Cairns
$2,014
Cathay Pacific
7 Sept
CNS17:25Cairns
34h 35m
2 stops
CMB23:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
23 Sept
CMB00:50Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
33h 40m
2 stops
CNS15:00Cairns
$2,015

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CairnsColombo

CNS - CMB

CNSCMB

Cairns

Wed 8/7

18:15-23:35

1 stop33h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 6/8

11:45-17:00

1 stop24h 45m

$1,198

CairnsColombo

CNS - CMB

CNSCMB

Cairns

Wed 8/7

19:00-21:55

2 stops31h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 6/8

22:55-05:30

2 stops26h 05m

$1,300
Fastest return journey

CairnsColombo

CNS - CMB

CNSCMB

Cairns

Mon 18/5

18:15-10:45

1 stop21h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 23/5

00:50-17:00

1 stop11h 40m

$1,301

CairnsColombo

CNS - CMB

CNSCMB

Cairns

Wed 8/7

19:00-21:55

2 stops31h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 7/8

10:40-05:30

2 stops14h 20m

$1,319

CairnsColombo

CNS - CMB

CNSCMB

Cairns

Thu 10/9

11:00-21:55

3 stops39h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 24/9

22:55-05:30

2 stops26h 05m

$1,374

CairnsColombo

CNS - CMB

CNSCMB

Cairns

Wed 8/7

19:00-21:55

2 stops31h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 7/8

22:55-09:45

3 stops30h 20m

$1,383

CairnsColombo

CNS - CMB

CNSCMB

Cairns

Mon 7/9

18:15-23:35

1 stop33h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 21/9

00:50-17:00

1 stop11h 40m

$1,402

CairnsColombo

CNS - CMB

CNSCMB

Cairns

Mon 18/5

06:00-19:00

2 stops41h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 24/5

20:30-22:40

2 stops45h 40m

$1,427

CairnsColombo

CNS - CMB

CNSCMB

Cairns

Mon 1/6

18:15-10:45

1 stop21h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 7/6

00:50-17:00

1 stop11h 40m

$1,464

CairnsColombo

CNS - CMB

CNSCMB

Cairns

Thu 10/9

11:00-09:40

3 stops51h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 24/9

22:55-09:45

3 stops30h 20m

$1,511

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

In general, March is the cheapest month to fly from Cairns to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $942. If you are unable to visit Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport during the month of March, then departing from Cairns during the month February is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $953.

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Cheap Cairns to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (CNS to CMB) flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

31h 25m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Cairns to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport takes 31h 25m
There are no direct flights from Cairns to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. There are no popular flight routes from Cairns to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Cairns to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

  • How far is Cairns to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl by plane?

    Colombo Bandaranaike Intl is 7714.7 km away from Cairns. Typically, this will take 31h 25m by plane in normal conditions.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cairns Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Prices for flights from Cairns Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cairns Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Cairns Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Cairns Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Best airlines flying from Cairns to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $648Free cancellationRating
7.6
1,316 reviews
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom $780Free cancellationRating
8.2
1,509 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $1,345Free cancellationRating
7.5
1,033 reviews
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