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Cheap flights from Cairns to Sri Lanka from $638

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 Sri Lanka departing on 12/7. 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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06:00 - 23:30
CNS
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CMB
22h 00m
2 stops
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22:55 - 05:30
CMB
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CNS
26h 05m
2 stops
$1,412Multiple Airlines
Thu, 30 Jul - Tue, 11 Aug
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19:15 - 22:55
CNS
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CMB
32h 10m
1 stop
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22:55 - 05:30
CMB
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CNS
26h 05m
2 stops
$1,485Multiple Airlines
Thu, 30 Jul - Tue, 11 Aug
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11:00 - 09:40
CNS
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CMB
27h 10m
3 stops
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22:55 - 05:30
CMB
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CNS
26h 05m
2 stops
$1,527Multiple Airlines
Thu, 30 Jul - Tue, 11 Aug
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11:00 - 09:40
CNS
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CMB
27h 10m
3 stops
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10:40 - 15:30
CMB
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CNS
24h 20m
3 stops
$1,737Multiple Airlines
Thu, 30 Jul - Tue, 11 Aug
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17:40 - 21:10
CNS
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CMB
32h 00m
2 stops
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19:50 - 19:20
CMB
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CNS
19h 00m
2 stops
$1,774Qantas Airways
Fri, 30 Oct - Tue, 3 Nov
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17:40 - 21:10
CNS
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CMB
32h 00m
2 stops
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19:50 - 19:20
CMB
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CNS
19h 00m
2 stops
$1,777Qantas Airways
Fri, 30 Oct - Tue, 3 Nov
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09:25 - 21:10
CNS
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CMB
40h 15m
2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
19:50 - 19:20
CMB
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CNS
19h 00m
2 stops
$1,779Qantas Airways
Fri, 30 Oct - Tue, 3 Nov
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19:15 - 22:55
CNS
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CMB
32h 10m
1 stop
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00:05 - 11:25
CMB
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CNS
30h 50m
1 stop
$1,829Multiple Airlines
Thu, 30 Jul - Mon, 10 Aug
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09:25 - 21:10
CNS
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CMB
40h 15m
2 stops
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19:50 - 10:45
CMB
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CNS
34h 25m
1 stop
$1,889Qantas Airways
Fri, 30 Oct - Tue, 3 Nov
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18:20 - 10:45
CNS
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CMB
20h 55m
1 stop
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11:45 - 17:20
CMB
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CNS
25h 05m
1 stop
$2,669Virgin Australia
Fri, 30 Oct - Tue, 3 Nov

Emirates flights from Cairns to Sri Lanka

Our best Emirates deals on Cairns to Sri Lanka flight tickets
Emirates
14 June
CNS06:00Cairns
41h 00m
3 stops
CMB18:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
21 June
CMB10:05Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
52h 55m
2 stops
CNS19:30Cairns
$2,095
Emirates
14 June
CNS07:30Cairns
39h 30m
3 stops
CMB18:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
21 June
CMB20:35Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
42h 25m
3 stops
CNS19:30Cairns
$2,292

Qantas Airways flights from Cairns to Sri Lanka

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Cairns to Sri Lanka flight tickets
Qantas Airways
30 Oct
CNS17:40Cairns
32h 00m
2 stops
CMB21:10Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
3 Nov
CMB19:50Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
19h 00m
2 stops
CNS19:20Cairns
$1,774
Qantas Airways
30 Oct
CNS09:25Cairns
40h 15m
2 stops
CMB21:10Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
3 Nov
CMB19:50Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
19h 00m
2 stops
CNS19:20Cairns
$1,779
Qantas Airways
14 June
CNS06:00Cairns
20h 00m
2 stops
CMB21:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
21 June
CMB12:15Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
22h 15m
3 stops
CNS15:00Cairns
$1,991

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CairnsColombo

CNS - CMB

CNSCMB

Cairns

Thu 30/7

06:00-23:30

2 stops22h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 11/8

22:55-05:30

2 stops26h 05m

$1,412

CairnsColombo

CNS - CMB

CNSCMB

Cairns

Thu 30/7

19:15-22:55

1 stop32h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 11/8

22:55-05:30

2 stops26h 05m

$1,485

CairnsColombo

CNS - CMB

CNSCMB

Cairns

Thu 30/7

11:00-09:40

3 stops27h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 11/8

22:55-05:30

2 stops26h 05m

$1,527

CairnsColombo

CNS - CMB

CNSCMB

Cairns

Thu 30/7

11:00-09:40

3 stops27h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 11/8

10:40-15:30

3 stops24h 20m

$1,737

CairnsColombo

CNS - CMB

CNSCMB

Cairns

Fri 30/10

17:40-21:10

2 stops32h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 3/11

19:50-19:20

2 stops19h 00m

$1,774

CairnsColombo

CNS - CMB

CNSCMB

Cairns

Fri 30/10

17:40-21:10

2 stops32h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 3/11

19:50-19:20

2 stops19h 00m

$1,777

CairnsColombo

CNS - CMB

CNSCMB

Cairns

Fri 30/10

09:25-21:10

2 stops40h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 3/11

19:50-19:20

2 stops19h 00m

$1,779

CairnsColombo

CNS - CMB

CNSCMB

Cairns

Thu 30/7

19:15-22:55

1 stop32h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 10/8

00:05-11:25

1 stop30h 50m

$1,829

CairnsColombo

CNS - CMB

CNSCMB

Cairns

Fri 30/10

09:25-21:10

2 stops40h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 3/11

19:50-10:45

1 stop34h 25m

$1,889
Fastest return journey

CairnsColombo

CNS - CMB

CNSCMB

Cairns

Fri 30/10

18:20-10:45

1 stop20h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 3/11

11:45-17:20

1 stop25h 05m

$2,669

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Cairns to Sri Lanka

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Sri Lanka?

The month of January is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Sri Lanka from Cairns, with most prices found around $656. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of January, then book flights to Sri Lanka from Cairns during February instead. Flights to Sri Lanka in February, while not as cheap as those in January, still average around $720.

Can stopping save me money on Cairns to Sri Lanka flights?

You could potentially save up to 34% on your flight if you consider stops on a Cairns to Sri Lanka flight.

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Fastest flight time

22h 00m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Cairns to Sri Lanka takes 22h 00m
There are no direct flights from Cairns to Sri Lanka. There are no popular flight routes from Cairns to Sri Lanka.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Cairns to Sri Lanka

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cairns Airport to Sri Lanka?

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

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Cairns Airport to Sri Lanka?

    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 Sri Lanka.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Sri Lanka?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Sri Lanka 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 Sri Lanka. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Cairns to Sri Lanka

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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $656Free cancellationRating
7.6
1,332 reviews
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom $790Free cancellationRating
8.2
1,517 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $1,361Free cancellationRating
7.5
1,037 reviews
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