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Cheap flights from Cairns to Colombo from $479

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Singapore Airlines Logo
18:20 - 23:30CNS  Cairns-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
57h 40m1 stop Singapore Changi
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00:45 - 17:15CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CNS Cairns
12h 00m1 stop Singapore Changi
$1,188Singapore Airlines
Sat, 20 Feb - Wed, 3 Mar
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20:35 - 17:50CNS  Cairns-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
25h 45m1 stop Melbourne
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19:50 - 08:45CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CNS Cairns
32h 25m1 stop Melbourne
$1,273Jetstar
Fri, 9 Oct - Thu, 15 Oct
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20:35 - 17:50CNS  Cairns-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
25h 45m1 stop Melbourne
Multiple Airlines Logo
23:00 - 08:30CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CNS Cairns
29h 00m2 stops Ho Chi Minh City Brisbane
$1,293Multiple Airlines
Fri, 9 Oct - Thu, 15 Oct
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20:35 - 17:50CNS  Cairns-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
25h 45m1 stop Melbourne
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:50 - 08:30CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CNS Cairns
32h 10m1 stop Melbourne
$1,311Multiple Airlines
Fri, 9 Oct - Thu, 15 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:35 - 17:50CNS  Cairns-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
27h 45m1 stop Melbourne
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:50 - 17:25CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CNS Cairns
17h 05m2 stops Melbourne Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,317Multiple Airlines
Fri, 9 Oct - Thu, 15 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:00 - 23:25CNS  Cairns-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
21h 55m2 stops Brisbane Hong Kong Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
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
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:00 - 23:25CNS  Cairns-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
21h 55m2 stops Brisbane Hong Kong Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
00:45 - 08:30CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CNS Cairns
27h 15m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Brisbane
$1,366Multiple Airlines
Thu, 5 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:00 - 23:25CNS  Cairns-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
21h 55m2 stops Brisbane Hong Kong Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
00:45 - 08:30CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CNS Cairns
27h 15m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Brisbane
$1,373Multiple Airlines
Thu, 5 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:00 - 23:25CNS  Cairns-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
21h 55m2 stops Brisbane Hong Kong Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
00:45 - 08:30CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CNS Cairns
27h 15m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Brisbane
$1,397Multiple Airlines
Thu, 5 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov
Singapore Airlines Logo
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
$1,422Singapore Airlines
Tue, 2 Mar - Thu, 4 Mar

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Singapore Airlines flights from Cairns to Colombo

Our best Singapore Airlines deals on Cairns to Colombo flight tickets
Singapore Airlines
20 Feb
CNS18:20Cairns
57h 40m
1 stop
CMB23:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
3 Mar
CMB00:45Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
12h 00m
1 stop
CNS17:15Cairns
$1,188
Singapore Airlines
18 Feb
CNS18:20Cairns
33h 40m
1 stop
CMB23:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
2 Mar
CMB00:45Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
12h 00m
1 stop
CNS17:15Cairns
$1,422
Singapore Airlines
16 Sept
CNS18:15Cairns
20h 50m
1 stop
CMB10:35Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
8 Oct
CMB11:35Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
24h 55m
1 stop
CNS17:00Cairns
$1,978

Qantas Airways flights from Cairns to Colombo

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Cairns to Colombo flight tickets
Qantas Airways
5 Nov
CNS06:00Cairns
19h 40m
2 stops
CMB21:10Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
30 Nov
CMB12:10Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
22h 15m
3 stops
CNS14:55Cairns
$1,643
Qantas Airways
20 Feb
CNS06:00Cairns
19h 40m
2 stops
CMB21:10Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
4 Mar
CMB12:10Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
22h 15m
3 stops
CNS14:55Cairns
$1,645
Qantas Airways
18 Feb
CNS13:50Cairns
35h 50m
2 stops
CMB21:10Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
4 Mar
CMB01:15Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
30h 05m
2 stops
CNS11:50Cairns
$1,678

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CairnsColombo

CNS Cairns - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

CNSCMB

Cairns

Sat 20/2

18:20-23:30

1 stop57h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 3/3

00:45-17:15

1 stop12h 00m

$1,188

CairnsColombo

CNS Cairns - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

CNSCMB

Cairns

Fri 9/10

20:35-17:50

1 stop25h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 15/10

19:50-08:45

1 stop32h 25m

$1,273

CairnsColombo

CNS Cairns - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

CNSCMB

Cairns

Fri 9/10

20:35-17:50

1 stop25h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 15/10

23:00-08:30

2 stops29h 00m

$1,293

CairnsColombo

CNS Cairns - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

CNSCMB

Cairns

Fri 9/10

20:35-17:50

1 stop25h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 15/10

19:50-08:30

1 stop32h 10m

$1,311
Fastest return journey

CairnsColombo

CNS Cairns - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

CNSCMB

Cairns

Fri 9/10

18:35-17:50

1 stop27h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 15/10

19:50-17:25

2 stops17h 05m

$1,317

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

Thu 5/11

06:00-23:25

2 stops21h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 29/11

00:45-08:30

2 stops27h 15m

$1,366

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

00:45-08:30

2 stops27h 15m

$1,373

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

00:45-08:30

2 stops27h 15m

$1,397

CairnsColombo

CNS Cairns - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

CNSCMB

Cairns

Tue 2/3

18:20-23:30

1 stop33h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 4/3

00:45-17:15

1 stop12h 00m

$1,422

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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 $967, 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 $1,060.

Cheap Cairns to Colombo flight deals and tips

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Best price found

$479

Fastest flight time

19h 40m

Direct flights

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The best one-way flight to Colombo from Cairns in the past 72 hours is $479. The best return flight deal from Cairns to Colombo found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,188.
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 $658Free cancellationRating
7.6
1,486 reviews
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom $835Free cancellationRating
8.2
1,601 reviews
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