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

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As of July 2025, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from Cairns Airport to Colombo.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Cairns Airport to Colombo.

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

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Colombo may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Colombo. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

$544 Cheap Flights from Cairns to Colombo in 2025

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,426 to $1,602. The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,073.

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06:45 - 09:40CNS-CMB

31h 25m2 stops

22:55 - 06:20CMB-CNS

26h 55m2 stops

$1,073

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Tue, 12 Aug - Tue, 19 Aug

06:45 - 09:40CNS-CMB

31h 25m3 stops

22:55 - 06:20CMB-CNS

26h 55m2 stops

$1,076

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Tue, 12 Aug - Tue, 19 Aug

18:35 - 23:30CNS-CMB

33h 25m1 stop

00:45 - 17:20CMB-CNS

36h 05m1 stop

$1,094Singapore Airlines

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Wed, 5 Nov - Mon, 10 Nov

06:00 - 23:30CNS-CMB

22h 00m2 stops

00:50 - 18:10CMB-CNS

36h 50m2 stops

$1,132

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Mon, 11 Aug - Sun, 17 Aug

06:45 - 09:40CNS-CMB

31h 25m3 stops

22:55 - 06:20CMB-CNS

26h 55m3 stops

$1,151

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Tue, 12 Aug - Tue, 19 Aug

06:45 - 22:55CNS-CMB

20h 40m1 stop

00:20 - 22:50CMB-CNS

18h 00m1 stop

$1,173

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Tue, 12 Aug - Mon, 18 Aug

18:35 - 23:30CNS-CMB

33h 25m1 stop

23:00 - 08:30CMB-CNS

29h 00m3 stops

$1,214

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Wed, 5 Nov - Tue, 11 Nov

06:00 - 21:10CNS-CMB

19h 40m2 stops

12:10 - 14:05CMB-CNS

21h 25m3 stops

$1,607Qantas Airways

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Wed, 5 Nov - Tue, 11 Nov

06:00 - 21:10CNS-CMB

19h 40m2 stops

01:20 - 10:45CMB-CNS

28h 55m2 stops

$1,622Qantas Airways

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Wed, 5 Nov - Mon, 10 Nov

06:00 - 18:30CNS-CMB

65h 00m3 stops

20:35 - 19:00CMB-CNS

41h 55m3 stops

$2,044Emirates

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Mon, 11 Aug - Mon, 18 Aug

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Qantas Airways

5 Nov

CNS06:00Cairns

19h 40m

2 stops

CMB21:10Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

11 Nov

CMB12:10Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

21h 25m

3 stops

CNS14:05Cairns

$1,607

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5 Nov

CNS06:00Cairns

19h 40m

2 stops

CMB21:10Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

10 Nov

CMB01:20Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

28h 55m

2 stops

CNS10:45Cairns

$1,622

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11 Aug

CNS06:00Cairns

33h 35m

3 stops

CMB11:05Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

17 Aug

CMB01:10Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

31h 15m

2 stops

CNS12:55Cairns

$2,093

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

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

Our data shows that Sunday is the least expensive day to fly to Colombo. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $1,020. 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 $1,461.

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 Cairns to Colombo in the afternoon for as low as $1,085. 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 $1,551 per ticket.

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Best price found	$544
Fastest flight time	17h 05m
Direct flights	None
Airports in Colombo	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Colombo from Cairns in the past 72 hours is $544. The best return flight deal from Cairns to Colombo found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,073.

The fastest flight from Cairns to Colombo takes 17h 05m

There are no direct flights from Cairns to Colombo. Popular non-direct route for this connection is Cairns Airport - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.

There is 1 airport near Colombo: Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB)

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How far is Cairns to Colombo by plane?
The distance between Cairns and Colombo is about 7708.5 km. 18h 20m is a normal flight duration for this route.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cairns Airport to Colombo?
Prices for flights from Cairns Airport to Colombo are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cairns Airport to Colombo?
As of July 2025, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from Cairns Airport to Colombo.
How old do you have to be to fly from Cairns Airport to Colombo?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Cairns Airport to Colombo.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Colombo?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Colombo may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Colombo. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $845	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 1,326 reviews		Search Singapore Airlines flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,359	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 876 reviews		Search Qantas Airways flights

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Cheap flights from Cairns to Colombo from $544

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Cairns to Colombo

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

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How far is Cairns to Colombo by plane?

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

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

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

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

Best airlines flying from Cairns to Colombo

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Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Cairns to Colombo?

Can I find flights from Cairns to Colombo with flexible booking policies on momondo?

How can momondo help me find flights from Cairns to Colombo?

I’m not ready to book a flight from Cairns to Colombo right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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