Cheap flights from Colombo to Sydney from $490

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00:45 - 07:55CMB-SYD
25h 40m1 stop
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11:15 - 23:30SYD-CMB
17h 45m1 stop
$1,272Qantas Airways
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Mon, 9 Mar - Thu, 12 Mar
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22:50 - 09:15CMB-SYD
28h 55m1 stop
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10:45 - 21:50SYD-CMB
16h 35m1 stop
$1,274Multiple Airlines
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Fri, 20 Feb - Fri, 20 Mar
China Eastern Logo
01:05 - 11:00CMB-SYD
28h 25m2 stops
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12:20 - 18:20SYD-CMB
35h 30m3 stops
$1,341China Eastern
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Mon, 15 Dec - Tue, 30 Dec
China Eastern Logo
20:20 - 10:00CMB-SYD
32h 10m1 stop
China Eastern Logo
12:20 - 23:40SYD-CMB
64h 50m3 stops
$1,345China Eastern
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Tue, 16 Dec - Tue, 30 Dec
China Eastern Logo
01:05 - 10:00CMB-SYD
27h 25m2 stops
China Eastern Logo
15:10 - 23:40SYD-CMB
38h 00m2 stops
$1,351China Eastern
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Sun, 23 Nov - Mon, 1 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
00:45 - 13:05CMB-SYD
30h 50m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
21:50 - 09:25SYD-CMB
17h 05m1 stop
$1,362Multiple Airlines
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Mon, 24 Nov - Tue, 2 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:40 - 11:35CMB-SYD
20h 25m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:45 - 11:05SYD-CMB
18h 50m1 stop
$1,370Multiple Airlines
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Sun, 12 Apr - Sun, 28 Jun
Malaysia Airlines Logo
00:40 - 20:35CMB-SYD
14h 25m1 stop
Malaysia Airlines Logo
10:25 - 23:35SYD-CMB
18h 40m1 stop
$1,380Malaysia Airlines
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Thu, 19 Feb - Fri, 20 Mar
Malaysia Airlines Logo
00:40 - 07:55CMB-SYD
25h 45m1 stop
Malaysia Airlines Logo
10:25 - 23:35SYD-CMB
18h 40m1 stop
$1,437Malaysia Airlines
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Sun, 23 Nov - Mon, 1 Dec
Thai Airways Logo
00:55 - 20:30CMB-SYD
15h 05m1 stop
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10:00 - 23:55SYD-CMB
18h 25m1 stop
$1,484Thai Airways
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China Eastern flights from Colombo to Sydney

Our best China Eastern deals on Colombo to Sydney flight tickets
China Eastern
15 Dec
CMB01:05Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
28h 25m
2 stops
SYD11:00Sydney Kingsford Smith
30 Dec
SYD12:20Sydney Kingsford Smith
35h 30m
3 stops
CMB18:20Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
China Eastern
16 Dec
CMB20:20Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
32h 10m
1 stop
SYD10:00Sydney Kingsford Smith
30 Dec
SYD12:20Sydney Kingsford Smith
64h 50m
3 stops
CMB23:40Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
China Eastern
23 Nov
CMB01:05Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
27h 25m
2 stops
SYD10:00Sydney Kingsford Smith
1 Dec
SYD15:10Sydney Kingsford Smith
38h 00m
2 stops
CMB23:40Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Malaysia Airlines flights from Colombo to Sydney

Our best Malaysia Airlines deals on Colombo to Sydney flight tickets
Malaysia Airlines
19 Feb
CMB00:40Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
14h 25m
1 stop
SYD20:35Sydney Kingsford Smith
20 Mar
SYD10:25Sydney Kingsford Smith
18h 40m
1 stop
CMB23:35Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Malaysia Airlines
23 Nov
CMB00:40Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
25h 45m
1 stop
SYD07:55Sydney Kingsford Smith
1 Dec
SYD10:25Sydney Kingsford Smith
18h 40m
1 stop
CMB23:35Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Malaysia Airlines
19 Feb
CMB00:40Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
25h 45m
1 stop
SYD07:55Sydney Kingsford Smith
20 Mar
SYD12:10Sydney Kingsford Smith
16h 55m
1 stop
CMB23:35Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

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ColomboSydney

CMB - SYD

CMBSYD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 9/3

00:45-07:55

1 stop25h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 12/3

11:15-23:30

1 stop17h 45m

$1,272

ColomboSydney

CMB - SYD

CMBSYD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 20/2

22:50-09:15

1 stop28h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 20/3

10:45-21:50

1 stop16h 35m

$1,274

ColomboSydney

CMB - SYD

CMBSYD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 15/12

01:05-11:00

2 stops28h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 30/12

12:20-18:20

3 stops35h 30m

$1,341

ColomboSydney

CMB - SYD

CMBSYD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 16/12

20:20-10:00

1 stop32h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 30/12

12:20-23:40

3 stops64h 50m

$1,345

ColomboSydney

CMB - SYD

CMBSYD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 23/11

01:05-10:00

2 stops27h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 1/12

15:10-23:40

2 stops38h 00m

$1,351

ColomboSydney

CMB - SYD

CMBSYD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 24/11

00:45-13:05

1 stop30h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 2/12

21:50-09:25

1 stop17h 05m

$1,362

ColomboSydney

CMB - SYD

CMBSYD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 12/4

10:40-11:35

2 stops20h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 28/6

20:45-11:05

1 stop18h 50m

$1,370

ColomboSydney

CMB - SYD

CMBSYD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 19/2

00:40-20:35

1 stop14h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 20/3

10:25-23:35

1 stop18h 40m

$1,380

ColomboSydney

CMB - SYD

CMBSYD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 23/11

00:40-07:55

1 stop25h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 1/12

10:25-23:35

1 stop18h 40m

$1,437

ColomboSydney

CMB - SYD

CMBSYD

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 11/4

00:55-20:30

1 stop15h 05m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 28/6

10:00-23:55

1 stop18h 25m

$1,484

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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 September is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Sydney from Colombo, with most prices found around $1,425. If you aren’t able to travel to Sydney during the month of September, then flying in May is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $1,454.

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 $1,654. The most expensive day to fly to Sydney is Friday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,934.

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

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Sydney is in the morning. momondo users have found flights departing from Colombo to Sydney in the morning for as low as $1,582. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the evening when prices are $1,869 on average. Flights to Sydney from Colombo in the evening are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

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

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How far in advance should I book a flight 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 $1,616 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 $1,235 on momondo.

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

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Colombo to Sydney Kingsford Smith 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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Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Colombo to Sydney

Fastest flight time

10h 05m

Direct flights

Tue, Fri, Sat and Sun

Airports in Sydney

1 airport
The fastest flight from Colombo to Sydney takes 10h 05m
Direct flights go from Colombo to Sydney on Tuesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights..
There is 1 airport near Sydney: Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD)
  • 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 15m.

  • 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?

  • 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 AirwaysPriceFrom $1,140Free cancellationRating
7.5
924 reviews
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom $1,148Free cancellationRating
8.1
1,388 reviews
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Malaysia AirlinesPriceFrom $1,253Free cancellationRating
7.3
278 reviews
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Thai AirwaysPriceFrom $1,263Free cancellationRating
7.8
361 reviews
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SriLankan AirlinesPriceFrom $1,525Free cancellationRating
6.9
76 reviews
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