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Cheap flights from Cairns to Sri Lanka from $459

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Singapore Airlines Logo
18:35 - 23:30CNS-CMB
33h 25m1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
00:45 - 17:20CMB-CNS
12h 05m1 stop
$977Singapore Airlines
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Wed, 4 Mar - Thu, 19 Mar
Singapore Airlines Logo
18:35 - 23:30CNS-CMB
33h 25m1 stop
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00:45 - 17:20CMB-CNS
12h 05m1 stop
$980Singapore Airlines
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Wed, 4 Mar - Thu, 19 Mar
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:40 - 09:25CNS-CMB
31h 15m2 stops
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10:25 - 05:45CMB-CNS
14h 50m2 stops
$1,108Multiple Airlines
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Wed, 5 Nov - Wed, 26 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:15 - 21:50CNS-CMB
31h 05m2 stops
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03:30 - 05:45CMB-CNS
21h 45m2 stops
$1,128Multiple Airlines
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Wed, 3 Dec - Tue, 9 Dec
Virgin Australia Logo
18:35 - 23:30CNS-CMB
33h 25m1 stop
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00:45 - 17:20CMB-CNS
12h 05m1 stop
$1,299Virgin Australia
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Wed, 11 Mar - Sat, 14 Mar
Virgin Australia Logo
18:35 - 23:30CNS-CMB
33h 25m1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
00:45 - 17:20CMB-CNS
12h 05m1 stop
$1,300Virgin Australia
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Wed, 11 Mar - Sat, 14 Mar
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:25 - 23:30CNS-CMB
16h 35m1 stop
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00:45 - 09:55CMB-CNS
28h 40m1 stop
$1,310Cathay Pacific
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Thu, 5 Feb - Thu, 19 Feb
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:25 - 23:30CNS-CMB
16h 35m1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
00:45 - 09:55CMB-CNS
28h 40m1 stop
$1,311Cathay Pacific
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Thu, 5 Feb - Thu, 19 Feb
Qantas Airways Logo
06:00 - 21:10CNS-CMB
19h 40m2 stops
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12:10 - 11:50CMB-CNS
19h 10m2 stops
$1,494Qantas Airways
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Thu, 5 Feb - Fri, 20 Feb
Qantas Airways Logo
06:00 - 21:10CNS-CMB
19h 40m2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
12:10 - 11:50CMB-CNS
19h 10m2 stops
$1,497Qantas Airways
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Thu, 5 Feb - Fri, 20 Feb

Singapore Airlines flights from Cairns to Sri Lanka

Our best Singapore Airlines deals on Cairns to Sri Lanka flight tickets
Singapore Airlines
4 Mar
CNS18:35Cairns
33h 25m
1 stop
CMB23:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
19 Mar
CMB00:45Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
12h 05m
1 stop
CNS17:20Cairns
$977
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Singapore Airlines
4 Mar
CNS18:35Cairns
33h 25m
1 stop
CMB23:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
19 Mar
CMB00:45Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
12h 05m
1 stop
CNS17:20Cairns
$980
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Singapore Airlines
6 Feb
CNS18:35Cairns
33h 25m
1 stop
CMB23:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
19 Feb
CMB00:45Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
12h 05m
1 stop
CNS17:20Cairns
$1,237
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Virgin Australia flights from Cairns to Sri Lanka

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Virgin Australia
11 Mar
CNS18:35Cairns
33h 25m
1 stop
CMB23:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
14 Mar
CMB00:45Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
12h 05m
1 stop
CNS17:20Cairns
$1,299
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Virgin Australia
11 Mar
CNS18:35Cairns
33h 25m
1 stop
CMB23:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
14 Mar
CMB00:45Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
12h 05m
1 stop
CNS17:20Cairns
$1,300
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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 19 October 2025.
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CairnsColombo

CNS - CMB

CNSCMB

Cairns

Wed 4/3

18:35-23:30

1 stop33h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 19/3

00:45-17:20

1 stop12h 05m

$977

CairnsColombo

CNS - CMB

CNSCMB

Cairns

Wed 4/3

18:35-23:30

1 stop33h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 19/3

00:45-17:20

1 stop12h 05m

$980

CairnsColombo

CNS - CMB

CNSCMB

Cairns

Wed 5/11

06:40-09:25

2 stops31h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 26/11

10:25-05:45

2 stops14h 50m

$1,108

CairnsColombo

CNS - CMB

CNSCMB

Cairns

Wed 3/12

19:15-21:50

2 stops31h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 9/12

03:30-05:45

2 stops21h 45m

$1,128

CairnsColombo

CNS - CMB

CNSCMB

Cairns

Wed 11/3

18:35-23:30

1 stop33h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 14/3

00:45-17:20

1 stop12h 05m

$1,299

CairnsColombo

CNS - CMB

CNSCMB

Cairns

Wed 11/3

18:35-23:30

1 stop33h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 14/3

00:45-17:20

1 stop12h 05m

$1,300

CairnsColombo

CNS - CMB

CNSCMB

Cairns

Thu 5/2

11:25-23:30

1 stop16h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 19/2

00:45-09:55

1 stop28h 40m

$1,310

CairnsColombo

CNS - CMB

CNSCMB

Cairns

Thu 5/2

11:25-23:30

1 stop16h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 19/2

00:45-09:55

1 stop28h 40m

$1,311

CairnsColombo

CNS - CMB

CNSCMB

Cairns

Thu 5/2

06:00-21:10

2 stops19h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 20/2

12:10-11:50

2 stops19h 10m

$1,494

CairnsColombo

CNS - CMB

CNSCMB

Cairns

Thu 5/2

06:00-21:10

2 stops19h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 20/2

12:10-11:50

2 stops19h 10m

$1,497

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What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Sri Lanka?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Sri Lanka from Cairns is on a Sunday. momondo users have found tickets for Sunday departures for as low as $1,032. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Flights from Cairns to Sri Lanka on a Thursday will generally be more expensive and average around $1,480. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Sri Lanka?

The cheapest time of day to fly to Sri Lanka is in the afternoon when flights can be purchased for as low as $1,099. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the morning when prices are $1,570 on average. Flights to Sri Lanka from Cairns in the morning are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

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

You could potentially save up to 64% on your flight if you consider stops on a Cairns to Sri Lanka flight.

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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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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom $861Free cancellationRating
8.1
1,382 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $1,047Free cancellationRating
7.6
1,028 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $1,386Free cancellationRating
7.5
921 reviews
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