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 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 37% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Which airlines fly to Sydney?

SriLankan Airlines, Singapore Airlines and Malaysia 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 34% 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.

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

How often are flights from Colombo to Sydney delayed?

Historically, on average around 37% 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 117 minutes.

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.

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 July 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.

$570 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 $1,312 to $1,579. The lowest price recently found on this route was $727.

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10:25 - 09:15

CMB

SYD

17h 20m

1 stop

10:45 - 21:50

SYD

CMB

16h 35m

1 stop

$727Multiple Airlines

Sat, 31 Oct - Sun, 15 Nov

22:55 - 20:35

CMB

SYD

16h 10m

1 stop

10:45 - 21:50

SYD

CMB

16h 35m

1 stop

$736Multiple Airlines

Sun, 18 Oct - Fri, 30 Oct

22:55 - 20:35

CMB

SYD

16h 10m

1 stop

21:50 - 09:25

SYD

CMB

17h 05m

1 stop

$737Multiple Airlines

Sun, 18 Oct - Wed, 28 Oct

22:55 - 20:35

CMB

SYD

16h 10m

1 stop

09:05 - 17:50

SYD

CMB

14h 15m

1 stop

$833Multiple Airlines

Sun, 18 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct

22:55 - 20:35

CMB

SYD

16h 10m

1 stop

06:30 - 17:50

SYD

CMB

16h 50m

1 stop

$843Multiple Airlines

Sun, 18 Oct - Thu, 29 Oct

22:55 - 20:35

CMB

SYD

16h 10m

1 stop

20:05 - 09:25

SYD

CMB

18h 50m

2 stops

$866Multiple Airlines

Sun, 18 Oct - Thu, 29 Oct

22:55 - 20:35

CMB

SYD

16h 10m

1 stop

20:05 - 09:25

SYD

CMB

18h 50m

2 stops

$868Multiple Airlines

Sun, 18 Oct - Sun, 25 Oct

22:55 - 20:35

CMB

SYD

16h 10m

1 stop

07:00 - 17:50

SYD

CMB

16h 20m

1 stop

$896Multiple Airlines

Sun, 18 Oct - Sat, 31 Oct

19:50 - 15:45

CMB

SYD

14h 25m

1 stop

21:50 - 09:25

SYD

CMB

17h 05m

1 stop

$898Multiple Airlines

Tue, 15 Dec - Sun, 17 Jan

22:55 - 11:10

CMB

SYD

30h 45m

2 stops

10:45 - 21:50

SYD

CMB

16h 35m

1 stop

$905Multiple Airlines

Sat, 17 Oct - Fri, 30 Oct

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Malaysia Airlines flights from Colombo to Sydney

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Malaysia Airlines

25 July

CMB00:05Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

29h 25m

1 stop

SYD10:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

8 Aug

SYD22:10Sydney Kingsford Smith

16h 25m

1 stop

CMB10:05Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

$1,512

Malaysia Airlines

22 July

CMB00:05Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

29h 25m

1 stop

SYD10:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

1 Aug

SYD22:10Sydney Kingsford Smith

16h 25m

1 stop

CMB10:05Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

$1,655

Malaysia Airlines

22 July

CMB00:05Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

29h 25m

1 stop

SYD10:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

30 July

SYD09:15Sydney Kingsford Smith

18h 10m

1 stop

CMB22:55Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

$1,695

China Eastern flights from Colombo to Sydney

Our best China Eastern deals on Colombo to Sydney flight tickets

China Eastern

25 July

CMB22:10Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

29h 20m

2 stops

SYD08:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

1 Aug

SYD10:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

63h 40m

2 stops

CMB21:10Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

$1,448

China Eastern

23 July

CMB20:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

31h 00m

2 stops

SYD08:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

1 Aug

SYD10:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

37h 30m

2 stops

CMB19:00Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

$1,451

China Eastern

3 Aug

CMB22:10Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

33h 55m

3 stops

SYD12:35Sydney Kingsford Smith

17 Aug

SYD11:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

38h 40m

3 stops

CMB21:10Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

$1,453

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ColomboSydney

CMB - SYD

CMBSYD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 31/10

10:25-09:15

1 stop17h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 15/11

10:45-21:50

1 stop16h 35m

$727

ColomboSydney

CMB - SYD

CMBSYD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 18/10

22:55-20:35

1 stop16h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 30/10

10:45-21:50

1 stop16h 35m

$736

ColomboSydney

CMB - SYD

CMBSYD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 18/10

22:55-20:35

1 stop16h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 28/10

21:50-09:25

1 stop17h 05m

$737

Fastest return journey

ColomboSydney

CMB - SYD

CMBSYD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 18/10

22:55-20:35

1 stop16h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 27/10

09:05-17:50

1 stop14h 15m

$833

ColomboSydney

CMB - SYD

CMBSYD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 18/10

22:55-20:35

1 stop16h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 29/10

06:30-17:50

1 stop16h 50m

$843

ColomboSydney

CMB - SYD

CMBSYD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 18/10

22:55-20:35

1 stop16h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 29/10

20:05-09:25

2 stops18h 50m

$866

ColomboSydney

CMB - SYD

CMBSYD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 18/10

22:55-20:35

1 stop16h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 25/10

20:05-09:25

2 stops18h 50m

$868

ColomboSydney

CMB - SYD

CMBSYD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 18/10

22:55-20:35

1 stop16h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 31/10

07:00-17:50

1 stop16h 20m

$896

ColomboSydney

CMB - SYD

CMBSYD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 15/12

19:50-15:45

1 stop14h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 17/1

21:50-09:25

1 stop17h 05m

$898

ColomboSydney

CMB - SYD

CMBSYD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 17/10

22:55-11:10

2 stops30h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 30/10

10:45-21:50

1 stop16h 35m

$905

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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 March is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Sydney from Colombo, with most prices found around $1,173. If you aren’t able to travel to Sydney during the month of March, then flying in April is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $1,185.

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 $1,548. The most expensive day to fly to Sydney is Sunday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,944.

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 $1,466 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 $1,268 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Colombo to Sydney flights?

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on Colombo to Sydney flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Fastest flight time	10h 20m
Direct flights	Tue, Fri, Sat and Sun
Airports in Sydney	1 airport

The fastest flight from Colombo to Sydney takes 10h 20m

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 10h 20m.
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 July 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 $983	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,067 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Batik Air	PriceFrom $1,066	Free cancellation	Rating 5.9 84 reviews	Search Batik Air flights
Malaysia Airlines	PriceFrom $1,094	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 314 reviews	Search Malaysia Airlines flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $1,104	Free cancellation	Rating 8.2 1,578 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
SriLankan Airlines	PriceFrom $1,483	Free cancellation	Rating 6.8 86 reviews	Search SriLankan Airlines flights

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