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Cheap flights from Cairns to Sri Lanka from $523

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 17/7. 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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Multiple Airlines Logo
13:40 - 14:10
CNS
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CMB
29h 00m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
22:55 - 05:30
CMB
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CNS
26h 05m
2 stops
$1,502Multiple Airlines
Tue, 2 Jun - Tue, 9 Jun
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11:20 - 21:30
CNS
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CMB
38h 40m
2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
12:15 - 16:15
CMB
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CNS
23h 30m
2 stops
$1,701Qantas Airways
Thu, 3 Sep - Sun, 6 Sep
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06:00 - 21:30
CNS
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CMB
20h 00m
2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
12:15 - 16:15
CMB
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CNS
23h 30m
2 stops
$1,708Qantas Airways
Thu, 3 Sep - Sun, 6 Sep
Qantas Airways Logo
17:40 - 21:30
CNS
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CMB
32h 20m
2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
12:15 - 16:15
CMB
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CNS
23h 30m
2 stops
$1,713Qantas Airways
Thu, 3 Sep - Sun, 6 Sep
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06:45 - 22:55
CNS
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CMB
20h 40m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
22:55 - 05:30
CMB
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CNS
26h 05m
2 stops
$1,740Multiple Airlines
Tue, 2 Jun - Tue, 9 Jun
Qantas Airways Logo
06:00 - 21:30
CNS
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CMB
20h 00m
2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
12:15 - 16:55
CMB
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CNS
24h 10m
3 stops
$1,864Qantas Airways
Tue, 2 Jun - Tue, 9 Jun
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12:35 - 18:30
CNS
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CMB
34h 25m
3 stops
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20:35 - 22:45
CMB
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CNS
45h 40m
3 stops
$1,967Emirates
Tue, 2 Jun - Tue, 9 Jun
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13:55 - 22:10
CNS
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CMB
36h 45m
2 stops
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20:35 - 11:50
CMB
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CNS
34h 45m
3 stops
$1,999Emirates
Thu, 3 Sep - Sun, 6 Sep
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13:55 - 22:10
CNS
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CMB
36h 45m
2 stops
Emirates Logo
20:35 - 11:50
CMB
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CNS
34h 45m
3 stops
$2,005Emirates
Thu, 3 Sep - Sun, 6 Sep
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13:55 - 01:05
CNS
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CMB
39h 40m
2 stops
Emirates Logo
20:35 - 11:50
CMB
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CNS
34h 45m
3 stops
$2,006Emirates
Thu, 3 Sep - Sun, 6 Sep

Emirates flights from Cairns to Sri Lanka

Our best Emirates deals on Cairns to Sri Lanka flight tickets
Emirates
2 June
CNS12:35Cairns
34h 25m
3 stops
CMB18:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
9 June
CMB20:35Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
45h 40m
3 stops
CNS22:45Cairns
$1,967
Emirates
3 Sept
CNS13:55Cairns
36h 45m
2 stops
CMB22:10Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
6 Sept
CMB20:35Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
34h 45m
3 stops
CNS11:50Cairns
$1,999
Emirates
3 Sept
CNS13:55Cairns
36h 45m
2 stops
CMB22:10Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
6 Sept
CMB20:35Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
34h 45m
3 stops
CNS11:50Cairns
$2,005

Singapore Airlines flights from Cairns to Sri Lanka

Our best Singapore Airlines deals on Cairns to Sri Lanka flight tickets
Singapore Airlines
26 Apr
CNS18:15Cairns
33h 50m
1 stop
CMB23:35Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
12 May
CMB00:50Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
11h 40m
1 stop
CNS17:00Cairns
$1,447
Singapore Airlines
26 Apr
CNS18:15Cairns
33h 50m
1 stop
CMB23:35Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
12 May
CMB00:50Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
11h 40m
1 stop
CNS17:00Cairns
$1,574
Singapore Airlines
26 Apr
CNS18:15Cairns
33h 50m
1 stop
CMB23:35Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
12 May
CMB00:50Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
11h 40m
1 stop
CNS17:00Cairns
$1,585

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Cairns to Sri Lanka 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 18 April 2026.
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CairnsColombo

CNS - CMB

CNSCMB

Cairns

Tue 2/6

13:40-14:10

2 stops29h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 9/6

22:55-05:30

2 stops26h 05m

$1,502

CairnsColombo

CNS - CMB

CNSCMB

Cairns

Thu 3/9

11:20-21:30

2 stops38h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 6/9

12:15-16:15

2 stops23h 30m

$1,701
Fastest return journey

CairnsColombo

CNS - CMB

CNSCMB

Cairns

Thu 3/9

06:00-21:30

2 stops20h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 6/9

12:15-16:15

2 stops23h 30m

$1,708

CairnsColombo

CNS - CMB

CNSCMB

Cairns

Thu 3/9

17:40-21:30

2 stops32h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 6/9

12:15-16:15

2 stops23h 30m

$1,713

CairnsColombo

CNS - CMB

CNSCMB

Cairns

Tue 2/6

06:45-22:55

1 stop20h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 9/6

22:55-05:30

2 stops26h 05m

$1,740

CairnsColombo

CNS - CMB

CNSCMB

Cairns

Tue 2/6

06:00-21:30

2 stops20h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 9/6

12:15-16:55

3 stops24h 10m

$1,864

CairnsColombo

CNS - CMB

CNSCMB

Cairns

Tue 2/6

12:35-18:30

3 stops34h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 9/6

20:35-22:45

3 stops45h 40m

$1,967

CairnsColombo

CNS - CMB

CNSCMB

Cairns

Thu 3/9

13:55-22:10

2 stops36h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 6/9

20:35-11:50

3 stops34h 45m

$1,999

CairnsColombo

CNS - CMB

CNSCMB

Cairns

Thu 3/9

13:55-22:10

2 stops36h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 6/9

20:35-11:50

3 stops34h 45m

$2,005

CairnsColombo

CNS - CMB

CNSCMB

Cairns

Thu 3/9

13:55-01:05

2 stops39h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 6/9

20:35-11:50

3 stops34h 45m

$2,006

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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 March is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Sri Lanka from Cairns, with most prices found around $951. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of March, then book flights to Sri Lanka from Cairns during February instead. Flights to Sri Lanka in February, while not as cheap as those in March, still average around $962.

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

You could potentially save up to 57% on your flight if you consider stops on a Cairns to Sri Lanka flight.

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Fastest flight time

20h 00m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Cairns to Sri Lanka takes 20h 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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    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 $655Free cancellationRating
7.6
1,280 reviews
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom $788Free cancellationRating
8.2
1,499 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $1,357Free cancellationRating
7.5
1,020 reviews
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