How many flights depart from Colombo to Sydney on average per week?

The number of flights available between Colombo and Sydney is 6 per week as of May 2026. The most frequent departure day is Fri, with 33% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Colombo to Sydney Kingsford Smith?

Batik Air is the most popular carrier operating from Colombo to Sydney Kingsford Smith

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Colombo to Sydney flights?

According to our data, SriLankan Airlines have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 38% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Friday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Saturday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

What is the most punctual flight time for Colombo to Sydney flights?

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing at night have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Which airlines fly to Sydney?

SriLankan Airlines, Qantas Airways and Singapore Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Sydney from Colombo according to our data. SriLankan Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 39% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Sydney. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Sydney on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How often are flights from Colombo to Sydney delayed?

Historically, on average around 38% of flights between Colombo and Sydney have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 111 minutes.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Colombo to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

Prices for flights from Colombo to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Colombo to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

As of May 2026, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Colombo to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Colombo to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Colombo to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

$532 Cheap Flights from Colombo to Sydney in 2026

Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Colombo and Sydney?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,670 to $1,085. The lowest price recently found on this route was $985.

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06:30 - 19:20

CMB

SYD

32h 20m

2 stops

13:00 - 14:10

SYD

CMB

29h 40m

2 stops

$985Multiple Airlines

Sun, 28 Jun - Tue, 14 Jul

10:40 - 08:20

CMB

SYD

17h 10m

1 stop

09:45 - 21:55

SYD

CMB

16h 40m

1 stop

$986Multiple Airlines

Fri, 7 Aug - Fri, 21 Aug

10:40 - 08:20

CMB

SYD

17h 10m

1 stop

20:50 - 09:40

SYD

CMB

17h 20m

1 stop

$989Multiple Airlines

Wed, 1 Jul - Wed, 22 Jul

10:40 - 08:20

CMB

SYD

17h 10m

1 stop

20:50 - 09:40

SYD

CMB

17h 20m

1 stop

$1,000Multiple Airlines

Wed, 1 Jul - Wed, 22 Jul

22:55 - 11:45

CMB

SYD

32h 20m

2 stops

20:35 - 21:55

SYD

CMB

29h 50m

2 stops

$1,007Multiple Airlines

Sun, 28 Jun - Tue, 14 Jul

22:55 - 11:45

CMB

SYD

32h 20m

2 stops

13:00 - 09:40

SYD

CMB

25h 10m

2 stops

$1,011Multiple Airlines

Sun, 28 Jun - Tue, 14 Jul

22:55 - 11:45

CMB

SYD

32h 20m

2 stops

20:35 - 15:00

SYD

CMB

22h 55m

2 stops

$1,015Multiple Airlines

Wed, 1 Jul - Wed, 22 Jul

22:55 - 07:15

CMB

SYD

27h 50m

1 stop

20:35 - 15:00

SYD

CMB

22h 55m

2 stops

$1,016Multiple Airlines

Wed, 1 Jul - Wed, 22 Jul

22:55 - 19:35

CMB

SYD

16h 10m

1 stop

09:45 - 21:55

SYD

CMB

16h 40m

1 stop

$1,026Multiple Airlines

Tue, 9 Jun - Thu, 9 Jul

10:40 - 07:15

CMB

SYD

16h 05m

1 stop

20:35 - 11:05

SYD

CMB

19h 00m

1 stop

$1,031Multiple Airlines

Fri, 7 Aug - Thu, 13 Aug

Qantas Airways flights from Colombo to Sydney

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Qantas Airways

12 May

CMB01:05Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

24h 50m

1 stop

SYD06:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

27 May

SYD09:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

34h 25m

1 stop

CMB15:45Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

$1,036

Qantas Airways

23 June

CMB07:35Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

18h 20m

1 stop

SYD06:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

23 July

SYD09:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

28h 15m

1 stop

CMB09:35Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

$1,054

Qantas Airways

2 Sept

CMB07:35Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

18h 20m

1 stop

SYD06:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

9 Sept

SYD09:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

28h 15m

1 stop

CMB09:35Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

$1,062

China Eastern flights from Colombo to Sydney

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China Eastern

28 June

CMB20:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

35h 35m

1 stop

SYD12:35Sydney Kingsford Smith

14 July

SYD20:30Sydney Kingsford Smith

27h 00m

1 stop

CMB19:00Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

$1,096

China Eastern

2 Sept

CMB20:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

55h 00m

2 stops

SYD08:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

9 Sept

SYD20:30Sydney Kingsford Smith

27h 00m

1 stop

CMB19:00Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

$1,127

China Eastern

23 June

CMB22:10Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

53h 20m

3 stops

SYD08:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

23 July

SYD20:30Sydney Kingsford Smith

27h 00m

1 stop

CMB19:00Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

$1,139

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ColomboSydney

CMB - SYD

CMBSYD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 28/6

06:30-19:20

2 stops32h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 14/7

13:00-14:10

2 stops29h 40m

$985

ColomboSydney

CMB - SYD

CMBSYD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 7/8

10:40-08:20

1 stop17h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 21/8

09:45-21:55

1 stop16h 40m

$986

ColomboSydney

CMB - SYD

CMBSYD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 1/7

10:40-08:20

1 stop17h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 22/7

20:50-09:40

1 stop17h 20m

$989

ColomboSydney

CMB - SYD

CMBSYD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 1/7

10:40-08:20

1 stop17h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 22/7

20:50-09:40

1 stop17h 20m

$1,000

ColomboSydney

CMB - SYD

CMBSYD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 28/6

22:55-11:45

2 stops32h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 14/7

20:35-21:55

2 stops29h 50m

$1,007

ColomboSydney

CMB - SYD

CMBSYD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 28/6

22:55-11:45

2 stops32h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 14/7

13:00-09:40

2 stops25h 10m

$1,011

ColomboSydney

CMB - SYD

CMBSYD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 1/7

22:55-11:45

2 stops32h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 22/7

20:35-15:00

2 stops22h 55m

$1,015

ColomboSydney

CMB - SYD

CMBSYD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 1/7

22:55-07:15

1 stop27h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 22/7

20:35-15:00

2 stops22h 55m

$1,016

Fastest return journey

ColomboSydney

CMB - SYD

CMBSYD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 9/6

22:55-19:35

1 stop16h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 9/7

09:45-21:55

1 stop16h 40m

$1,026

ColomboSydney

CMB - SYD

CMBSYD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 7/8

10:40-07:15

1 stop16h 05m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 13/8

20:35-11:05

1 stop19h 00m

$1,031

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Colombo and Sydney?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Sydney?

The month of November is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Sydney from Colombo, with most prices found around $392. If you aren’t able to travel to Sydney during the month of November, then flying in October is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $433.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Sydney?

Our data shows that Thursday is the least expensive day to fly to Sydney. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $1,493. The most expensive day to fly to Sydney is Friday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,716.

What is the cheapest Colombo to Sydney Kingsford Smith flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight from Colombo to Sydney?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Sydney from Colombo when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Sydney for around $1,419 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Sydney from Colombo for as low as $1,185 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	14h 40m
Direct flights	Tue, Fri, Sat and Sun
Airports in Sydney	1 airport

The fastest flight from Colombo to Sydney takes 14h 40m

Direct flights go from Colombo to Sydney on Tuesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights..

There is 1 airport in Sydney. From Colombo there are direct flights to Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Colombo to Sydney

How far is Colombo to Sydney Kingsford Smith by plane?
Sydney Kingsford Smith is 8743.6 km away from Colombo. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 14h 40m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Colombo to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?
Prices for flights from Colombo to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Colombo to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?
As of May 2026, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Colombo to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Colombo to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Colombo to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Colombo to Sydney

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Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $955	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,034 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $961	Free cancellation	Rating 8.2 1,510 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Malaysia Airlines	PriceFrom $1,052	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 307 reviews	Search Malaysia Airlines flights
Thai Airways	PriceFrom $1,140	Free cancellation	Rating 7.9 401 reviews	Search Thai Airways flights
SriLankan Airlines	PriceFrom $1,405	Free cancellation	Rating 6.8 82 reviews	Search SriLankan Airlines flights

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