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 10h 55m 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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Batik Air

27 Oct

PER

28h 25m

1 stop

CMB

30 Oct

CMB

25h 15m

1 stop

PER

$795

Multiple Airlines

18 Aug

PER

26h 50m

1 stop

CMB

17 Sept

CMB

14h 35m

1 stop

PER

$800

Multiple Airlines

23 July

PER

18h 50m

2 stops

CMB

5 Aug

CMB

15h 15m

1 stop

PER

$801

Multiple Airlines

2 Aug

PER

10h 15m

1 stop

CMB

3 Aug

CMB

14h 35m

1 stop

PER

$803

Batik Air

30 July

PER

28h 20m

1 stop

CMB

2 Aug

CMB

19h 10m

1 stop

PER

$804

Multiple Airlines

31 July

PER

22h 00m

2 stops

CMB

14 Aug

CMB

19h 10m

1 stop

PER

$805

Multiple Airlines

1 Aug

PER

15h 20m

1 stop

CMB

14 Aug

CMB

19h 10m

1 stop

PER

$807

Batik Air

14 July

PER

26h 50m

1 stop

CMB

5 Aug

CMB

11h 40m

1 stop

PER

$808

Batik Air

27 Oct

PER

28h 25m

1 stop

CMB

30 Oct

CMB

19h 10m

1 stop

PER

$810

Multiple Airlines

4 Aug

PER

12h 55m

1 stop

CMB

7 Aug

CMB

19h 10m

1 stop

PER

$811

Batik Air

27 Oct

PER

28h 25m

1 stop

CMB

30 Oct

CMB

19h 10m

1 stop

PER

$814

AirAsia

23 Nov

PER

15h 15m

1 stop

CMB

15 Dec

CMB

15h 35m

1 stop

PER

$815

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23:10 - 01:05

PER

CMB

28h 25m

1 stop

02:05 - 05:50

CMB

PER

25h 15m

1 stop

$795Batik Air

Tue, 27 Oct - Fri, 30 Oct

00:45 - 01:05

PER

CMB

26h 50m

1 stop

10:40 - 03:45

CMB

PER

14h 35m

1 stop

$800Multiple Airlines

Tue, 18 Aug - Thu, 17 Sep

20:30 - 19:00

SYD

CMB

27h 00m

1 stop

20:30 - 09:00

CMB

SYD

32h 00m

1 stop

$967China Eastern

Sun, 26 Jul - Sun, 23 Aug

11:00 - 19:00

SYD

CMB

36h 30m

1 stop

22:10 - 09:00

CMB

SYD

30h 20m

2 stops

$969China Eastern

Sat, 8 Aug - Tue, 25 Aug

07:55 - 17:50

HBA

CMB

15h 25m

1 stop

19:50 - 20:30

CMB

HBA

19h 10m

1 stop

$1,018Jetstar

Tue, 20 Oct - Sat, 31 Oct

09:15 - 23:35

MEL

CMB

18h 50m

1 stop

00:50 - 20:35

CMB

MEL

15h 15m

1 stop

$1,078Singapore Airlines

Fri, 28 Aug - Thu, 10 Sep

17:35 - 23:35

ADL

CMB

34h 00m

1 stop

11:45 - 16:20

CMB

ADL

24h 35m

1 stop

$1,078Singapore Airlines

Sun, 26 Jul - Sun, 16 Aug

12:40 - 17:50

CBR

CMB

33h 40m

1 stop

19:50 - 12:05

CMB

CBR

35h 45m

1 stop

$1,098Jetstar

Wed, 2 Sep - Tue, 8 Sep

09:45 - 10:05

ADL

CMB

28h 20m

1 stop

11:20 - 07:00

CMB

ADL

15h 40m

1 stop

$1,123Malaysia Airlines

Tue, 28 Jul - Wed, 19 Aug

07:05 - 22:55

CBR

CMB

20h 20m

2 stops

00:05 - 14:55

CMB

CBR

34h 20m

2 stops

$1,651Malaysia Airlines

Sat, 18 Jul - Fri, 24 Jul

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Cheapest return flight

PerthColombo

PER - CMB

PERCMB

Perth

Tue 27/10

23:10-01:05

1 stop28h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 30/10

02:05-05:50

1 stop25h 15m

$795

PerthColombo

PER - CMB

PERCMB

Perth

Tue 18/8

00:45-01:05

1 stop26h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 17/9

10:40-03:45

1 stop14h 35m

$800

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 26/7

20:30-19:00

1 stop27h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 23/8

20:30-09:00

1 stop32h 00m

$967

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 8/8

11:00-19:00

1 stop36h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 25/8

22:10-09:00

2 stops30h 20m

$969

HobartColombo

HBA - CMB

HBACMB

Hobart

Tue 20/10

07:55-17:50

1 stop15h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 31/10

19:50-20:30

1 stop19h 10m

$1,018

Fastest return journey

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Fri 28/8

09:15-23:35

1 stop18h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 10/9

00:50-20:35

1 stop15h 15m

$1,078

AdelaideColombo

ADL - CMB

ADLCMB

Adelaide

Sun 26/7

17:35-23:35

1 stop34h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 16/8

11:45-16:20

1 stop24h 35m

$1,078

CanberraColombo

CBR - CMB

CBRCMB

Canberra

Wed 2/9

12:40-17:50

1 stop33h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 8/9

19:50-12:05

1 stop35h 45m

$1,098

AdelaideColombo

ADL - CMB

ADLCMB

Adelaide

Tue 28/7

09:45-10:05

1 stop28h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 19/8

11:20-07:00

1 stop15h 40m

$1,123

CanberraColombo

CBR - CMB

CBRCMB

Canberra

Sat 18/7

07:05-22:55

2 stops20h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 24/7

00:05-14:55

2 stops34h 20m

$1,651

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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:
$115 per person with Air India
$115 per person with AirAsia
$186 per person with SriLankan Airlines

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Summary info about Sri Lanka flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	$429
Best Round-Trip Price	$795
Fastest flight time	10h 15m

The best one-way flight price to Sri Lanka from Australia in the last 5 days is $429 (Perth to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl).

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The best round-trip flight price to Sri Lanka from Australia in the last 5 days is $795 (Perth to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl).

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The fastest flight to Sri Lanka from Australia takes 10h 15m (Perth 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, 51% 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 $360 or as high as $3,664. Based on recent airfare data, we’ve found that a ticket to Sri Lanka for $1,304 or less is a good deal, whereas $1,415 is the average cost.

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

Tuesday 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 Saturday 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 June 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.