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

As of May 2026, there are 4 flights per week flying from New South Wales to Colombo. The most common day of the week flights depart is Fri, with 50% of flights taking off on this day.

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 11h 15m on average, while flying from Newcastle to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is 18h 50m on average. Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is the most popular airport in Colombo.

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

Jetstar, Malaysia Airlines, and Qatar Airways are the most popular carriers 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 10 different airlines that fly to Colombo on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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 May 2026, there are 10 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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22:10 - 10:05

SYD

CMB

17h 25m

1 stop

00:40 - 20:35

CMB

SYD

14h 25m

1 stop

$870Malaysia Airlines

Tue, 13 Oct - Mon, 26 Oct

22:10 - 22:55

SYD

CMB

29h 15m

1 stop

00:05 - 19:35

CMB

SYD

15h 00m

1 stop

$877Malaysia Airlines

Mon, 8 Jun - Sun, 14 Jun

13:05 - 22:55

SYD

CMB

14h 20m

1 stop

00:05 - 19:35

CMB

SYD

15h 00m

1 stop

$885Malaysia Airlines

Sat, 22 Aug - Wed, 2 Sep

07:10 - 17:50

OOL

CMB

15h 10m

1 stop

19:50 - 14:05

CMB

OOL

13h 45m

1 stop

$1,001Jetstar

Tue, 25 Aug - Sat, 21 Nov

18:35 - 10:05

OOL

CMB

20h 00m

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00:40 - 07:35

CMB

OOL

26h 25m

2 stops

$1,084Multiple Airlines

Sat, 22 Aug - Wed, 18 Nov

07:10 - 17:50

OOL

CMB

15h 10m

1 stop

19:50 - 19:55

CMB

OOL

19h 35m

1 stop

$1,107Jetstar

Tue, 25 Aug - Tue, 17 Nov

09:15 - 22:55

OOL

CMB

18h 10m

2 stops

11:15 - 14:05

CMB

OOL

22h 20m

2 stops

$1,118Multiple Airlines

Tue, 25 Aug - Wed, 18 Nov

08:45 - 23:35

NTL

CMB

19h 20m

2 stops

00:50 - 14:00

CMB

NTL

32h 40m

2 stops

$1,447Singapore Airlines

Sun, 19 Jul - Sat, 8 Aug

06:00 - 21:30

NTL

CMB

20h 00m

2 stops

12:15 - 13:50

CMB

NTL

21h 05m

3 stops

$1,640Qantas Airways

Sun, 19 Jul - Sun, 9 Aug

16:25 - 17:50

NTL

CMB

29h 55m

1 stop

12:15 - 20:45

CMB

NTL

28h 00m

2 stops

$1,692Qantas Airways

Mon, 7 Sep - Wed, 9 Sep

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Qantas Airways

25 May

SYD18:30Sydney Kingsford Smith

55h 30m

2 stops

CMB21:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

2 June

CMB07:35Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

18h 20m

1 stop

SYD06:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,418

Qantas Airways

22 Aug

OOL06:00Coolangatta Gold Coast

33h 35m

2 stops

CMB11:05Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

19 Nov

CMB19:50Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

14h 15m

1 stop

OOL14:35Coolangatta Gold Coast

$1,478

Qantas Airways

26 Aug

OOL16:35Coolangatta Gold Coast

29h 45m

1 stop

CMB17:50Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

17 Nov

CMB19:50Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

20h 40m

1 stop

OOL21:00Coolangatta Gold Coast

$1,560

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SriLankan Airlines

22 May

SYD19:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

11h 15m

CMB01:45Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

11 June

CMB00:05Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

10h 05m

SYD14:40Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,456

SriLankan Airlines

25 May

SYD10:30Sydney Kingsford Smith

16h 25m

1 stop

CMB22:25Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

15 June

CMB00:05Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

10h 05m

SYD14:40Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,509

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22:10-10:05

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1 stop14h 25m

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22:10-22:55

1 stop29h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 14/6

00:05-19:35

1 stop15h 00m

$877

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SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 22/8

13:05-22:55

1 stop14h 20m

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Wed 2/9

00:05-19:35

1 stop15h 00m

$885

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OOLCMB

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Tue 25/8

07:10-17:50

1 stop15h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 21/11

19:50-14:05

1 stop13h 45m

$1,001

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OOL - CMB

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Coolangatta Gold Coast

Sat 22/8

18:35-10:05

2 stops20h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 18/11

00:40-07:35

2 stops26h 25m

$1,084

CoolangattaColombo

OOL - CMB

OOLCMB

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Tue 25/8

07:10-17:50

1 stop15h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 17/11

19:50-19:55

1 stop19h 35m

$1,107

CoolangattaColombo

OOL - CMB

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Coolangatta Gold Coast

Tue 25/8

09:15-22:55

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Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 18/11

11:15-14:05

2 stops22h 20m

$1,118

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Newcastle Williamtown

Sun 19/7

08:45-23:35

2 stops19h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 8/8

00:50-14:00

2 stops32h 40m

$1,447

NewcastleColombo

NTL - CMB

NTLCMB

Newcastle Williamtown

Sun 19/7

06:00-21:30

2 stops20h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 9/8

12:15-13:50

3 stops21h 05m

$1,640

NewcastleColombo

NTL - CMB

NTLCMB

Newcastle Williamtown

Mon 7/9

16:25-17:50

1 stop29h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 9/9

12:15-20:45

2 stops28h 00m

$1,692

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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 $937, 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 February is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $1,002.

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

Our data shows that Monday is the least expensive day to fly to Colombo. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $1,002. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Friday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Colombo on Friday is $1,151.

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

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How far in advance should I book a flight from New South Wales 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 $1,187 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 $1,051 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	11h 15m
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The fastest flight from New South Wales to Colombo takes 11h 15m

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 May 2026, there are 10 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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Jetstar	PriceFrom $503	Free cancellation	Rating 6.5 540 reviews	Search Jetstar flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $549	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,439 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
AirAsia X	PriceFrom $655	Free cancellation	Rating 6.4 47 reviews	Search AirAsia X flights
Malaysia Airlines	PriceFrom $682	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 307 reviews	Search Malaysia Airlines flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $815	Free cancellation	Rating 8.2 1,517 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
SriLankan Airlines	PriceFrom $861	Free cancellation	Rating 6.8 83 reviews	Search SriLankan Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $903	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,331 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $994	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 211 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Thai Airways	PriceFrom $1,104	Free cancellation	Rating 7.9 401 reviews	Search Thai Airways flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,106	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,037 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights

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