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Cheap flights from Cairns to Colombo from $511

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Cairns to Colombo departing on 27/9. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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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
1 stop
$1,252Singapore Airlines
Sun, 6 Sep - Sat, 12 Sep
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:00 - 23:30
CNS
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CMB
22h 00m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
00:45 - 20:55
CMB
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CNS
39h 40m
2 stops
$1,303Multiple Airlines
Thu, 5 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:00 - 23:30
CNS
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CMB
22h 00m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
00:45 - 22:10
CMB
-
CNS
40h 55m
2 stops
$1,305Multiple Airlines
Thu, 5 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:00 - 23:30
CNS
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CMB
22h 00m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
00:45 - 20:55
CMB
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CNS
39h 40m
2 stops
$1,309Multiple Airlines
Thu, 5 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:35 - 23:30
CNS
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CMB
35h 25m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
00:50 - 16:10
CMB
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CNS
34h 50m
2 stops
$1,310Multiple Airlines
Tue, 18 Aug - Mon, 24 Aug
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:15 - 23:30
CNS
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CMB
32h 45m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
00:50 - 11:25
CMB
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CNS
30h 05m
2 stops
$1,316Multiple Airlines
Sun, 6 Sep - Sat, 19 Sep
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:00 - 23:30
CNS
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CMB
22h 00m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
00:45 - 11:50
CMB
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CNS
30h 35m
2 stops
$1,355Multiple Airlines
Thu, 5 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:45 - 23:35
CNS
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CMB
45h 20m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:50 - 22:30
CMB
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CNS
22h 10m
1 stop
$1,382Multiple Airlines
Tue, 18 Aug - Tue, 25 Aug
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12:10 - 23:30
CNS
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CMB
39h 50m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
00:50 - 22:40
CMB
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CNS
41h 20m
2 stops
$1,390Multiple Airlines
Wed, 16 Sep - Wed, 7 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:35 - 23:30
CNS
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CMB
35h 25m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
00:50 - 22:20
CMB
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CNS
41h 00m
2 stops
$1,452Multiple Airlines
Sun, 6 Sep - Sat, 12 Sep

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Emirates flights from Cairns to Colombo

Our best Emirates deals on Cairns to Colombo flight tickets
Emirates
5 Nov
CNS13:50Cairns
33h 05m
3 stops
CMB18:25Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
30 Nov
CMB20:15Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
42h 30m
3 stops
CNS19:15Cairns
$2,099
Emirates
5 Nov
CNS13:50Cairns
33h 05m
3 stops
CMB18:25Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
30 Nov
CMB20:15Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
42h 30m
3 stops
CNS19:15Cairns
$2,102
Emirates
5 Nov
CNS15:40Cairns
31h 15m
3 stops
CMB18:25Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
30 Nov
CMB20:15Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
40h 05m
3 stops
CNS16:50Cairns
$2,104

Jetstar flights from Cairns to Colombo

Our best Jetstar deals on Cairns to Colombo flight tickets
Jetstar
16 Sept
CNS13:15Cairns
33h 05m
1 stop
CMB17:50Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
8 Oct
CMB19:50Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
22h 20m
1 stop
CNS22:40Cairns
$1,534
Jetstar
16 Sept
CNS13:15Cairns
33h 05m
1 stop
CMB17:50Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
8 Oct
CMB19:50Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
22h 20m
1 stop
CNS22:40Cairns
$1,535
Jetstar
16 Sept
CNS13:15Cairns
33h 05m
1 stop
CMB17:50Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
8 Oct
CMB19:50Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
22h 20m
1 stop
CNS22:40Cairns
$1,552

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Cairns 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 25 July 2026.
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CairnsColombo

CNS - CMB

CNSCMB

Cairns

Sun 6/9

18:15-10:45

1 stop21h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 12/9

00:50-17:00

1 stop11h 40m

$1,252

CairnsColombo

CNS - CMB

CNSCMB

Cairns

Thu 5/11

06:00-23:30

2 stops22h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 29/11

00:45-20:55

2 stops39h 40m

$1,303

CairnsColombo

CNS - CMB

CNSCMB

Cairns

Thu 5/11

06:00-23:30

2 stops22h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 29/11

00:45-22:10

2 stops40h 55m

$1,305

CairnsColombo

CNS - CMB

CNSCMB

Cairns

Thu 5/11

06:00-23:30

2 stops22h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 29/11

00:45-20:55

2 stops39h 40m

$1,309

CairnsColombo

CNS - CMB

CNSCMB

Cairns

Tue 18/8

16:35-23:30

2 stops35h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 24/8

00:50-16:10

2 stops34h 50m

$1,310

CairnsColombo

CNS - CMB

CNSCMB

Cairns

Sun 6/9

19:15-23:30

2 stops32h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 19/9

00:50-11:25

2 stops30h 05m

$1,316

CairnsColombo

CNS - CMB

CNSCMB

Cairns

Thu 5/11

06:00-23:30

2 stops22h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 29/11

00:45-11:50

2 stops30h 35m

$1,355

CairnsColombo

CNS - CMB

CNSCMB

Cairns

Tue 18/8

06:45-23:35

2 stops45h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 25/8

19:50-22:30

1 stop22h 10m

$1,382

CairnsColombo

CNS - CMB

CNSCMB

Cairns

Wed 16/9

12:10-23:30

2 stops39h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 7/10

00:50-22:40

2 stops41h 20m

$1,390

CairnsColombo

CNS - CMB

CNSCMB

Cairns

Sun 6/9

16:35-23:30

2 stops35h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 12/9

00:50-22:20

2 stops41h 00m

$1,452

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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 $1,496 to $1,802.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,252.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Colombo?

The cheapest month to fly to Colombo from Cairns is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around $988, 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 March is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $991.

Cheap Cairns to Colombo flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

19h 40m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Cairns to Colombo takes 19h 40m
There are no direct flights from Cairns to Colombo. There are no popular flight routes from Cairns to Colombo.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Cairns to Colombo

  • How far is Cairns to Colombo by plane?

    The distance between Cairns and Colombo is about 7708.5 km. 19h 40m 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.

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  • 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.

Best airlines flying from Cairns to Colombo

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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $672Free cancellationRating
7.6
1,429 reviews
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom $809Free cancellationRating
8.2
1,581 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $1,394Free cancellationRating
7.5
1,067 reviews
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