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Cheap flights from Cairns to Colombo from $1,351

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06:00 - 23:25CNS  Cairns-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
21h 55m2 stops Brisbane Hong Kong Intl
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00:45 - 11:50CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CNS Cairns
30h 35m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,351Multiple Airlines
Thu, 5 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov
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06:00 - 23:25CNS  Cairns-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
21h 55m2 stops Brisbane Hong Kong Intl
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00:45 - 11:50CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CNS Cairns
30h 35m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,353Multiple Airlines
Thu, 5 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov
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06:00 - 23:25CNS  Cairns-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
21h 55m2 stops Brisbane Hong Kong Intl
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00:45 - 11:50CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CNS Cairns
30h 35m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,356Multiple Airlines
Thu, 5 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov
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21:00 - 17:50CNS  Cairns-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
25h 20m1 stop Melbourne
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19:50 - 20:50CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CNS Cairns
20h 30m1 stop Melbourne
$1,368Multiple Airlines
Mon, 14 Sep - Tue, 15 Sep
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18:20 - 23:30CNS  Cairns-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
33h 40m1 stop Singapore Changi
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00:45 - 17:15CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CNS Cairns
12h 00m1 stop Singapore Changi
$1,590Singapore Airlines
Wed, 24 Feb - Fri, 26 Feb
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18:15 - 10:35CNS  Cairns-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
20h 50m1 stop Singapore Changi
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00:50 - 17:00CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CNS Cairns
11h 40m1 stop Singapore Changi
$1,590Singapore Airlines
Sun, 13 Sep - Mon, 14 Sep
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18:20 - 23:30CNS  Cairns-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
33h 40m1 stop Singapore Changi
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00:45 - 17:15CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CNS Cairns
12h 00m1 stop Singapore Changi
$1,595Singapore Airlines
Wed, 24 Feb - Fri, 26 Feb
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11:40 - 23:25CNS  Cairns-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
40h 15m2 stops Melbourne Hong Kong Intl
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00:45 - 10:55CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CNS Cairns
29h 40m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Melbourne
$1,713Cathay Pacific
Wed, 24 Feb - Fri, 26 Feb
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13:50 - 23:25CNS  Cairns-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
38h 05m2 stops Brisbane Hong Kong Intl
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00:45 - 10:55CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CNS Cairns
29h 40m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Melbourne
$1,713Cathay Pacific
Wed, 24 Feb - Fri, 26 Feb
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13:50 - 23:25CNS  Cairns-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
38h 05m2 stops Brisbane Hong Kong Intl
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00:45 - 10:55CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CNS Cairns
29h 40m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Melbourne
$1,718Cathay Pacific
Wed, 24 Feb - Fri, 26 Feb

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Singapore Airlines flights from Cairns to Colombo

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Singapore Airlines
24 Feb
CNS18:20Cairns
33h 40m
1 stop
CMB23:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
26 Feb
CMB00:45Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
12h 00m
1 stop
CNS17:15Cairns
$1,590
Singapore Airlines
24 Feb
CNS18:20Cairns
33h 40m
1 stop
CMB23:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
26 Feb
CMB00:45Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
12h 00m
1 stop
CNS17:15Cairns
$1,595
Singapore Airlines
13 Sept
CNS18:15Cairns
20h 50m
1 stop
CMB10:35Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
15 Sept
CMB00:50Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
11h 40m
1 stop
CNS17:00Cairns
$1,722

Cathay Pacific flights from Cairns to Colombo

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on Cairns to Colombo flight tickets
Cathay Pacific
24 Feb
CNS11:40Cairns
40h 15m
2 stops
CMB23:25Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
26 Feb
CMB00:45Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
29h 40m
2 stops
CNS10:55Cairns
$1,713
Cathay Pacific
24 Feb
CNS11:40Cairns
40h 15m
2 stops
CMB23:25Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
26 Feb
CMB00:45Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
29h 40m
2 stops
CNS10:55Cairns
$1,718
Cathay Pacific
12 Sept
CNS12:35Cairns
39h 25m
2 stops
CMB23:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
14 Sept
CMB00:50Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
27h 20m
2 stops
CNS08:40Cairns
$2,140

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CairnsColombo

CNS Cairns - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

CNSCMB

Cairns

Thu 5/11

06:00-23:25

2 stops21h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 29/11

00:45-11:50

2 stops30h 35m

$1,351

CairnsColombo

CNS Cairns - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

CNSCMB

Cairns

Thu 5/11

06:00-23:25

2 stops21h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 29/11

00:45-11:50

2 stops30h 35m

$1,353

CairnsColombo

CNS Cairns - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

CNSCMB

Cairns

Thu 5/11

06:00-23:25

2 stops21h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 29/11

00:45-11:50

2 stops30h 35m

$1,356

CairnsColombo

CNS Cairns - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

CNSCMB

Cairns

Mon 14/9

21:00-17:50

1 stop25h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 15/9

19:50-20:50

1 stop20h 30m

$1,368

CairnsColombo

CNS Cairns - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

CNSCMB

Cairns

Wed 24/2

18:20-23:30

1 stop33h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 26/2

00:45-17:15

1 stop12h 00m

$1,590
Fastest return journey

CairnsColombo

CNS Cairns - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

CNSCMB

Cairns

Sun 13/9

18:15-10:35

1 stop20h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 14/9

00:50-17:00

1 stop11h 40m

$1,590

CairnsColombo

CNS Cairns - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

CNSCMB

Cairns

Wed 24/2

18:20-23:30

1 stop33h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 26/2

00:45-17:15

1 stop12h 00m

$1,595

CairnsColombo

CNS Cairns - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

CNSCMB

Cairns

Wed 24/2

11:40-23:25

2 stops40h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 26/2

00:45-10:55

2 stops29h 40m

$1,713

CairnsColombo

CNS Cairns - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

CNSCMB

Cairns

Wed 24/2

13:50-23:25

2 stops38h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 26/2

00:45-10:55

2 stops29h 40m

$1,713

CairnsColombo

CNS Cairns - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

CNSCMB

Cairns

Wed 24/2

13:50-23:25

2 stops38h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 26/2

00:45-10:55

2 stops29h 40m

$1,718

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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 $964, 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 $1,058.

Cheap Cairns to Colombo flight deals and tips

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Best price found

$1,351

Fastest flight time

29h 15m

Direct flights

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The best flight deal from Cairns to Colombo found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,351
The fastest flight from Cairns to Colombo takes 29h 15m
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. 29h 15m 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 $656Free cancellationRating
7.6
1,467 reviews
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom $833Free cancellationRating
8.2
1,593 reviews
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