What are the most popular cities to visit in Sri Lanka?

Some of the world’s most well-travelled cities are in Sri Lanka. The most popular city to travel to in Sri Lanka is Colombo, which momondo users choose as their landing destination 100% more often than other cities. The next most popular cities in Sri Lanka are Jaffna and Sigiriya.

How long is the flight from Australia to Sri Lanka?

Flight times from Australia to Sri Lanka vary, but if you’re flying out of Sydney Kingsford Smith and flying into Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 11h 15m on average. Another popular route from Australia to Sri Lanka is flying from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl, which will take roughly 10h 20m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

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Flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

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Multiple Airlines

2 Aug

PER

10h 15m

1 stop

CMB

23 Aug

CMB

14h 35m

1 stop

PER

$718

Multiple Airlines

19 Oct

PER

10h 15m

1 stop

CMB

16 Nov

CMB

18h 35m

1 stop

PER

$724

Multiple Airlines

1 Aug

PER

28h 20m

1 stop

CMB

10 Aug

CMB

26h 20m

1 stop

PER

$743

AirAsia

15 July

PER

15h 20m

1 stop

CMB

16 Aug

CMB

18h 25m

1 stop

PER

$750

AirAsia

2 Sept

PER

19h 40m

1 stop

CMB

6 Sept

CMB

18h 25m

1 stop

PER

$758

AirAsia

2 Sept

PER

19h 40m

1 stop

CMB

6 Sept

CMB

18h 25m

1 stop

PER

$761

Multiple Airlines

15 July

PER

26h 15m

2 stops

CMB

16 Aug

CMB

18h 25m

1 stop

PER

$769

AirAsia

6 Aug

PER

19h 40m

1 stop

CMB

15 Aug

CMB

14h 35m

1 stop

PER

$774

Multiple Airlines

15 July

PER

20h 40m

1 stop

CMB

15 Aug

CMB

14h 35m

1 stop

PER

$779

Malaysia Airlines

9 June

PER

10h 25m

1 stop

CMB

17 June

CMB

11h 20m

1 stop

PER

$780

Batik Air

12 July

PER

28h 20m

1 stop

CMB

29 July

CMB

25h 15m

1 stop

PER

$785

Malaysia Airlines

9 June

PER

10h 25m

1 stop

CMB

16 June

CMB

22h 35m

1 stop

PER

$786

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PER

CMB

10h 15m

1 stop

10:40 - 03:45

CMB

PER

14h 35m

1 stop

$718Multiple Airlines

Sun, 2 Aug - Sun, 23 Aug

23:15 - 01:05

PER

CMB

28h 20m

1 stop

22:55 - 03:45

CMB

PER

26h 20m

1 stop

$743Multiple Airlines

Sat, 1 Aug - Mon, 10 Aug

20:50 - 09:40

PER

CMB

15h 20m

1 stop

22:55 - 19:50

CMB

PER

18h 25m

1 stop

$750AirAsia

Wed, 15 Jul - Sun, 16 Aug

04:45 - 21:55

PER

CMB

19h 40m

1 stop

22:55 - 19:50

CMB

PER

18h 25m

1 stop

$758AirAsia

Wed, 2 Sep - Sun, 6 Sep

02:10 - 10:05

PER

CMB

10h 25m

1 stop

00:05 - 01:10

CMB

PER

22h 35m

1 stop

$786Malaysia Airlines

Tue, 9 Jun - Tue, 16 Jun

22:10 - 22:55

SYD

CMB

29h 15m

1 stop

11:20 - 07:00

CMB

SYD

15h 10m

1 stop

$866Malaysia Airlines

Tue, 26 May - Fri, 3 Jul

05:55 - 23:35

MEL

CMB

22h 10m

1 stop

00:50 - 04:40

CMB

MEL

23h 20m

1 stop

$998Singapore Airlines

Wed, 5 Aug - Sat, 15 Aug

01:55 - 23:35

DRW

CMB

25h 40m

1 stop

00:50 - 14:55

CMB

DRW

34h 05m

1 stop

$1,070Singapore Airlines

Sun, 7 Jun - Sun, 21 Jun

06:05 - 11:05

HBA

CMB

33h 30m

2 stops

12:15 - 12:45

CMB

HBA

20h 00m

2 stops

$1,489Qantas Airways

Fri, 5 Jun - Thu, 11 Jun

06:00 - 17:50

CBR

CMB

16h 20m

1 stop

19:50 - 16:55

CMB

CBR

16h 35m

1 stop

$1,609Qantas Airways

Tue, 8 Sep - Thu, 10 Sep

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PerthColombo

PER - CMB

PERCMB

Perth

Sun 2/8

17:20-01:05

1 stop10h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 23/8

10:40-03:45

1 stop14h 35m

$718

PerthColombo

PER - CMB

PERCMB

Perth

Sat 1/8

23:15-01:05

1 stop28h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 10/8

22:55-03:45

1 stop26h 20m

$743

PerthColombo

PER - CMB

PERCMB

Perth

Wed 15/7

20:50-09:40

1 stop15h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 16/8

22:55-19:50

1 stop18h 25m

$750

PerthColombo

PER - CMB

PERCMB

Perth

Wed 2/9

04:45-21:55

1 stop19h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 6/9

22:55-19:50

1 stop18h 25m

$758

PerthColombo

PER - CMB

PERCMB

Perth

Tue 9/6

02:10-10:05

1 stop10h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 16/6

00:05-01:10

1 stop22h 35m

$786

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 26/5

22:10-22:55

1 stop29h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 3/7

11:20-07:00

1 stop15h 10m

$866

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Wed 5/8

05:55-23:35

1 stop22h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 15/8

00:50-04:40

1 stop23h 20m

$998

DarwinColombo

DRW - CMB

DRWCMB

Darwin

Sun 7/6

01:55-23:35

1 stop25h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 21/6

00:50-14:55

1 stop34h 05m

$1,070

HobartColombo

HBA - CMB

HBACMB

Hobart

Fri 5/6

06:05-11:05

2 stops33h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 11/6

12:15-12:45

2 stops20h 00m

$1,489

CanberraColombo

CBR - CMB

CBRCMB

Canberra

Tue 8/9

06:00-17:50

1 stop16h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 10/9

19:50-16:55

1 stop16h 35m

$1,609

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Sri Lanka flights insights and trends

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What is the cheapest flight to Sri Lanka?

The best prices found on momondo for flights to Sri Lanka are:
$111 per person with Air India
$112 per person with AirAsia
$180 per person with SriLankan Airlines

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Summary info about Sri Lanka flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	$416
Best Round-Trip Price	$718
Fastest flight time	17h 10m

The best one-way flight price to Sri Lanka from Australia in the last 72 hours is $416 (Perth to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl).

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The best round-trip flight price to Sri Lanka from Australia in the last 72 hours is $718 (Perth to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl).

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The fastest flight to Sri Lanka from Australia takes 17h 10m (Adelaide to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl).

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Frequently asked questions about flying to Sri Lanka

Which airlines fly to Sri Lanka?

There are 16 airlines that fly to Sri Lanka on a routine basis, but SriLankan Airlines, Singapore Airlines and Malaysia Airlines happen to be the most popular among our users. In the past year, 52% of those who searched for flights to Sri Lanka looked to travel with SriLankan Airlines, making this airline the top choice among momondo travellers.

What is the most popular airport in Sri Lanka to fly to?

The most popular airport in Sri Lanka to fly to is Colombo Bandaranaike Intl, based on our data. In the past 12 months, 98% of all momondo users who travelled to Sri Lanka chose to fly into Colombo Bandaranaike Intl airport, which is located in the city of Colombo.

How much are flights to Sri Lanka?

The cost to fly to Sri Lanka varies based on a variety of factors, but you can expect to find prices as low as $377 or as high as $2,865. Based on recent airfare data, we’ve found that a ticket to Sri Lanka for $944 or less is a good deal, whereas $1,059 is the average cost.

What is the best day of the week to fly to Sri Lanka?

Monday is the best day of the week to fly to Sri Lanka based on flight prices. Wednesday is another affordable option. If you are looking to save money on flights to Sri Lanka, then try to avoid flying out on a Friday since this is when prices are at their highest.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Sri Lanka?

Prices for flights to Sri Lanka are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Sri Lanka?

As of May 2026, there are 18 operators available to choose from for flights to Sri Lanka.

How old do you have to be to fly to Sri Lanka?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel to Sri Lanka.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Sri Lanka?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Sri Lanka can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Sri Lanka. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Sri Lanka?

momondo collates all your flight options in one place and lets you filter them to find the perfect flight to Sri Lanka. momondo saves you time and could save you money on your trip.

Can I find flights to Sri Lanka with flexible booking policies on momondo?

All flight searches to Sri Lanka on momondo can be filtered to show those which offer flexible booking policies.

How can momondo help me find flights to Sri Lanka?

Once you have performed a search in the form on the page, momondo provides useful filters and insights. We can show you the cheapest days and times to fly as well as filter your options to help you make an informed choice when booking flights to Sri Lanka.

I’m not ready to book a flight to Sri Lanka right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

Price alerts on flights to Sri Lanka are quick and easy to set up on momondo. Simply perform a search and select the price alert feature. It is as simple as that.