What is the cheapest airline that flies from New South Wales to Colombo?

Malaysia Airlines is the most popular carrier operating from New South Wales to Colombo

Which airlines fly to Colombo?

SriLankan Airlines, Singapore Airlines and Malaysia Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Colombo from New South Wales according to our data. SriLankan Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 54% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Colombo. Keep in mind that there are 9 different airlines that fly to Colombo on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long does it take to fly to Colombo?

The average flight duration from New South Wales to Colombo depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is 10h 55m on average, while flying from Newcastle to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is 33h 20m on average. Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is the most popular airport in Colombo.

How many flights depart from New South Wales to Colombo on average per week?

As of March 2026, there are 4 flights per week flying from New South Wales to Colombo. The most common day of the week flights depart is Tue, with 25% of flights taking off on this day.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from New South Wales to Colombo?

Prices for flights from New South Wales to Colombo refresh daily.

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As of March 2026, there are 9 operators available to choose from for flights from New South Wales to Colombo.

How old do you have to be to fly from New South Wales to Colombo?

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 New South Wales to Colombo.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Colombo?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Colombo 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.

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20:35 - 21:50

SYD

CMB

29h 45m

2 stops

22:50 - 19:20

CMB

SYD

16h 00m

2 stops

$833Multiple Airlines

Tue, 5 May - Sun, 10 May

13:00 - 02:40

SYD

CMB

18h 10m

2 stops

10:25 - 11:45

CMB

SYD

20h 50m

2 stops

$835Multiple Airlines

Wed, 22 Apr - Wed, 6 May

20:50 - 09:25

SYD

CMB

17h 05m

1 stop

17:15 - 19:35

CMB

SYD

21h 50m

2 stops

$836Multiple Airlines

Mon, 25 May - Tue, 30 Jun

20:50 - 09:25

SYD

CMB

17h 05m

1 stop

10:25 - 08:20

CMB

SYD

17h 25m

1 stop

$838Multiple Airlines

Tue, 28 Apr - Fri, 15 May

09:45 - 21:50

SYD

CMB

16h 35m

1 stop

22:50 - 19:35

CMB

SYD

16h 15m

1 stop

$845Multiple Airlines

Fri, 24 Apr - Tue, 12 May

10:15 - 11:05

OOL

CMB

29h 20m

2 stops

12:15 - 15:35

CMB

OOL

22h 50m

2 stops

$1,592Qantas Airways

Thu, 14 May - Sun, 17 May

09:20 - 23:45

OOL

CMB

42h 55m

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01:05 - 15:05

CMB

OOL

33h 30m

2 stops

$1,604Cathay Pacific

Thu, 14 May - Sat, 16 May

10:15 - 11:05

OOL

CMB

29h 20m

2 stops

01:50 - 09:35

CMB

OOL

27h 15m

2 stops

$1,621Qantas Airways

Thu, 14 May - Sat, 16 May

15:50 - 18:30

OOL

CMB

31h 10m

3 stops

11:15 - 20:45

CMB

OOL

29h 00m

3 stops

$1,977Emirates

Wed, 29 Apr - Wed, 6 May

18:00 - 22:10

OOL

CMB

32h 40m

2 stops

11:15 - 20:45

CMB

OOL

29h 00m

3 stops

$1,992Emirates

Tue, 28 Apr - Tue, 5 May

Qantas Airways flights from New South Wales to Colombo

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Qantas Airways

14 May

OOL10:15Coolangatta Gold Coast

29h 20m

2 stops

CMB11:05Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

17 May

CMB12:15Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

22h 50m

2 stops

OOL15:35Coolangatta Gold Coast

$1,592

Qantas Airways

14 May

OOL10:15Coolangatta Gold Coast

29h 20m

2 stops

CMB11:05Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

16 May

CMB01:50Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

27h 15m

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OOL09:35Coolangatta Gold Coast

$1,621

Qantas Airways

13 May

NTL06:15Newcastle Williamtown

33h 20m

2 stops

CMB11:05Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

17 May

CMB12:15Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

17h 50m

2 stops

NTL10:35Newcastle Williamtown

$1,641

SriLankan Airlines flights from New South Wales to Colombo

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SriLankan Airlines

17 Mar

SYD17:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

10h 55m

CMB22:45Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

26 Mar

CMB00:05Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

10h 15m

SYD15:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

$944

SriLankan Airlines

21 Mar

SYD17:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

10h 55m

CMB22:45Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

3 Apr

CMB00:05Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

10h 05m

SYD15:40Sydney Kingsford Smith

$945

SriLankan Airlines

21 Mar

SYD17:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

10h 55m

CMB22:45Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

3 Apr

CMB00:05Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

10h 05m

SYD15:40Sydney Kingsford Smith

$946

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$833

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Wed 22/4

13:00-02:40

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10:25-11:45

2 stops20h 50m

$835

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Mon 25/5

20:50-09:25

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17:15-19:35

2 stops21h 50m

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Tue 28/4

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Sydney Kingsford Smith

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Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 12/5

22:50-19:35

1 stop16h 15m

$845

CoolangattaColombo

OOL - CMB

OOLCMB

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Thu 14/5

10:15-11:05

2 stops29h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 17/5

12:15-15:35

2 stops22h 50m

$1,592

CoolangattaColombo

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Thu 14/5

09:20-23:45

2 stops42h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 16/5

01:05-15:05

2 stops33h 30m

$1,604

CoolangattaColombo

OOL - CMB

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Coolangatta Gold Coast

Thu 14/5

10:15-11:05

2 stops29h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 16/5

01:50-09:35

2 stops27h 15m

$1,621

CoolangattaColombo

OOL - CMB

OOLCMB

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Wed 29/4

15:50-18:30

3 stops31h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 6/5

11:15-20:45

3 stops29h 00m

$1,977

CoolangattaColombo

OOL - CMB

OOLCMB

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Tue 28/4

18:00-22:10

2 stops32h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 5/5

11:15-20:45

3 stops29h 00m

$1,992

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Colombo?

The cheapest month to fly to Colombo from New South Wales is in August. Flight prices, which tend to average around $965, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel to Colombo during the month of August, then flying in May is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $976.

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

Our data shows that Wednesday is the least expensive day to fly to Colombo. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $975. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Thursday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Colombo on Thursday is $1,148.

What is the cheapest New South Wales to Colombo flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Colombo from New South Wales when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Colombo for around $1,184 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Colombo from New South Wales for as low as $1,057 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on New South Wales to Colombo flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on New South Wales to Colombo 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 55m
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The fastest flight from New South Wales to Colombo takes 10h 55m

Direct flights go from New South Wales to Colombo on Monday, Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights..

There are 2 airports in Colombo. From New South Wales there are direct flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB).

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As of March 2026, there are 9 operators available to choose from for flights from New South Wales to Colombo.
How old do you have to be to fly from New South Wales to Colombo?
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 New South Wales to Colombo.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Colombo?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Colombo 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.

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AirAsia X	PriceFrom $660	Free cancellation	Rating 6.4 45 reviews	Search AirAsia X flights
Malaysia Airlines	PriceFrom $697	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 295 reviews	Search Malaysia Airlines flights
Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $709	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 449 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $829	Free cancellation	Rating 8.2 1,475 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
SriLankan Airlines	PriceFrom $871	Free cancellation	Rating 6.8 81 reviews	Search SriLankan Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $926	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,207 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $1,020	Free cancellation	Rating 7.2 198 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,096	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,004 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Thai Airways	PriceFrom $1,132	Free cancellation	Rating 7.8 392 reviews	Search Thai Airways flights

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