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 16h 25m 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.

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.

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Flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

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Multiple Airlines

7 Nov

MEL

10h 20m

CMB

17 Dec

CMB

19h 25m

1 stop

MEL

$760

Multiple Airlines

26 Jan

MEL

10h 20m

CMB

18 Feb

CMB

24h 40m

1 stop

MEL

$766

Multiple Airlines

7 Nov

MEL

10h 20m

CMB

28 Nov

CMB

24h 40m

1 stop

MEL

$767

Multiple Airlines

7 Nov

MEL

10h 20m

CMB

14 Nov

CMB

24h 40m

1 stop

MEL

$770

Jetstar

10 Nov

MEL

10h 20m

CMB

17 Nov

CMB

9h 40m

MEL

$780

Jetstar

10 Nov

MEL

10h 20m

CMB

24 Nov

CMB

9h 40m

MEL

$782

Multiple Airlines

29 Jan

MEL

20h 20m

2 stops

CMB

19 Feb

CMB

13h 05m

1 stop

MEL

$793

Multiple Airlines

9 Nov

MEL

21h 05m

1 stop

CMB

24 Nov

CMB

9h 40m

MEL

$794

AirAsia

16 Nov

PER

15h 05m

1 stop

CMB

1 Dec

CMB

18h 35m

1 stop

PER

$794

Multiple Airlines

7 Nov

MEL

10h 20m

CMB

12 Nov

CMB

24h 40m

1 stop

MEL

$797

Multiple Airlines

7 Nov

MEL

10h 20m

CMB

21 Nov

CMB

24h 40m

1 stop

MEL

$802

AirAsia

17 Nov

PER

15h 05m

1 stop

CMB

4 Dec

CMB

18h 35m

1 stop

PER

$802

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13:00 - 17:50MEL Melbourne-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

10h 20mdirect

22:50 - 05:00CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-MEL Melbourne

24h 40m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

$766Multiple Airlines

Tue, 26 Jan - Thu, 18 Feb

13:00 - 17:50MEL Melbourne-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

10h 20mdirect

19:55 - 11:05CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-MEL Melbourne

9h 40mdirect

$782Jetstar

Sat, 6 Feb - Sat, 20 Feb

07:00 - 21:50MEL Melbourne-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

20h 20m2 stops Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai Kuala Lumpur Intl

10:25 - 05:00CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-MEL Melbourne

13h 05m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

$793Multiple Airlines

Fri, 29 Jan - Fri, 19 Feb

20:50 - 09:25PER Perth-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

15h 05m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

22:50 - 19:55CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-PER Perth

18h 35m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

$794AirAsia

Mon, 16 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec

20:50 - 09:25PER Perth-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

15h 05m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

22:50 - 19:55CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-PER Perth

18h 35m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

$802AirAsia

Tue, 17 Nov - Fri, 4 Dec

12:00 - 17:50MEL Melbourne-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

10h 20mdirect

20:00 - 10:10CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-MEL Melbourne

9h 40mdirect

$812Jetstar

Tue, 4 May - Tue, 11 May

07:25 - 20:45PER Perth-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

15h 50m2 stops Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai Kuala Lumpur Intl

21:45 - 05:50CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-PER Perth

29h 35m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

$822Batik Air

Mon, 23 Nov - Mon, 7 Dec

00:45 - 20:45PER Perth-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

22h 30m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

21:45 - 21:45CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-PER Perth

21h 30m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai

$827Batik Air

Tue, 16 Feb - Wed, 3 Mar

01:50 - 21:35MEL Melbourne-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

25h 15m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Kunming Changshui

22:35 - 11:00CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-MEL Melbourne

30h 55m3 stops Kunming Changshui Xi'an Xianyang Nanjing Lukou Intl

$832China Eastern

Sun, 21 Feb - Sat, 6 Mar

01:50 - 21:35MEL Melbourne-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

25h 15m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Kunming Changshui

20:50 - 14:05CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-MEL Melbourne

35h 45m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$832China Eastern

Sun, 21 Feb - Sat, 6 Mar

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13:00 - 17:50MEL Melbourne-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

10h 20mdirect

22:50 - 23:45CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-MEL Melbourne

19h 25m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

$760Multiple Airlines

Sat, 7 Nov - Thu, 17 Dec

13:00 - 17:50MEL Melbourne-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

10h 20mdirect

22:50 - 05:00CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-MEL Melbourne

24h 40m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

$767Multiple Airlines

Sat, 7 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov

13:00 - 17:50MEL Melbourne-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

10h 20mdirect

19:55 - 11:05CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-MEL Melbourne

9h 40mdirect

$780Jetstar

Thu, 5 Nov - Thu, 19 Nov

13:00 - 17:50MEL Melbourne-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

10h 20mdirect

19:55 - 11:05CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-MEL Melbourne

9h 40mdirect

$780Jetstar

Tue, 10 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov

13:00 - 21:35MEL Melbourne-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

62h 05m2 stops Nanjing Lukou Intl Kunming Changshui

22:35 - 11:00CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-MEL Melbourne

30h 55m3 stops Kunming Changshui Xi'an Xianyang Nanjing Lukou Intl

$827China Eastern

Sat, 7 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov

13:00 - 21:35MEL Melbourne-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

62h 05m2 stops Nanjing Lukou Intl Kunming Changshui

22:35 - 11:00CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-MEL Melbourne

30h 55m2 stops Kunming Changshui Nanjing Lukou Intl

$827China Eastern

Sat, 7 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov

07:25 - 20:45PER Perth-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

15h 50m2 stops Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai Kuala Lumpur Intl

21:45 - 21:45CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-PER Perth

21h 30m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai

$857Batik Air

Mon, 9 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov

07:25 - 20:45PER Perth-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

15h 50m2 stops Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai Kuala Lumpur Intl

21:45 - 21:45CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-PER Perth

21h 30m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai

$860Batik Air

Mon, 9 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov

20:50 - 09:25PER Perth-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

15h 05m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

22:50 - 19:55CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-PER Perth

18h 35m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

$909AirAsia

Sun, 8 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov

00:25 - 23:25PER Perth-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

25h 30m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

00:45 - 22:55CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-PER Perth

19h 40m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

$1,132Cathay Pacific

Mon, 9 Nov - Wed, 11 Nov

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13:00 - 17:50MEL Melbourne-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

10h 20mdirect

19:55 - 11:05CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-MEL Melbourne

9h 40mdirect

$782Jetstar

Sat, 6 Feb - Sat, 20 Feb

12:00 - 17:50MEL Melbourne-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

10h 20mdirect

20:00 - 10:10CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-MEL Melbourne

9h 40mdirect

$812Jetstar

Tue, 4 May - Tue, 11 May

13:00 - 17:50MEL Melbourne-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

10h 20mdirect

19:55 - 11:05CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-MEL Melbourne

9h 40mdirect

$836Jetstar

Thu, 11 Feb - Sat, 13 Mar

13:00 - 17:50MEL Melbourne-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

10h 20mdirect

14:15 - 05:40CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-MEL Melbourne

9h 55mdirect

$1,087Multiple Airlines

Thu, 11 Feb - Sun, 7 Mar

17:25 - 22:50SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

10h 55mdirect

00:05 - 15:55CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

10h 20mdirect

$1,122SriLankan Airlines

Sun, 14 Mar - Mon, 22 Mar

17:30 - 22:30MEL Melbourne-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

10h 30mdirect

00:35 - 16:00CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-MEL Melbourne

9h 55mdirect

$1,123SriLankan Airlines

Sun, 14 Feb - Fri, 5 Mar

12:00 - 17:50MEL Melbourne-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

10h 20mdirect

14:10 - 04:30CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-MEL Melbourne

9h 50mdirect

$1,123Multiple Airlines

Tue, 20 Apr - Sun, 9 May

12:00 - 17:50MEL Melbourne-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

10h 20mdirect

00:20 - 14:40CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-MEL Melbourne

9h 50mdirect

$1,137Multiple Airlines

Tue, 20 Apr - Wed, 5 May

13:00 - 17:50MEL Melbourne-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

10h 20mdirect

20:00 - 10:10CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-MEL Melbourne

9h 40mdirect

$1,267Qantas Airways

Thu, 18 Feb - Sat, 1 May

13:00 - 17:50MEL Melbourne-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

10h 20mdirect

20:00 - 10:10CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-MEL Melbourne

9h 40mdirect

$1,270Qantas Airways

Thu, 18 Feb - Sat, 1 May

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

MelbourneColombo

MEL Melbourne - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

MELCMB

Melbourne

Tue 26/1

13:00-17:50

Nonstop10h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 18/2

22:50-05:00

1 stop24h 40m

$766

Fastest return journey

MelbourneColombo

MEL Melbourne - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

MELCMB

Melbourne

Sat 6/2

13:00-17:50

Nonstop10h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 20/2

19:55-11:05

Nonstop9h 40m

$782

MelbourneColombo

MEL Melbourne - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

MELCMB

Melbourne

Fri 29/1

07:00-21:50

2 stops20h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 19/2

10:25-05:00

1 stop13h 05m

$793

PerthColombo

PER Perth - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

PERCMB

Perth

Mon 16/11

20:50-09:25

1 stop15h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 1/12

22:50-19:55

1 stop18h 35m

$794

PerthColombo

PER Perth - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

PERCMB

Perth

Tue 17/11

20:50-09:25

1 stop15h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 4/12

22:50-19:55

1 stop18h 35m

$802

MelbourneColombo

MEL Melbourne - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

MELCMB

Melbourne

Tue 4/5

12:00-17:50

Nonstop10h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 11/5

20:00-10:10

Nonstop9h 40m

$812

PerthColombo

PER Perth - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

PERCMB

Perth

Mon 23/11

07:25-20:45

2 stops15h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 7/12

21:45-05:50

1 stop29h 35m

$822

PerthColombo

PER Perth - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

PERCMB

Perth

Tue 16/2

00:45-20:45

1 stop22h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 3/3

21:45-21:45

2 stops21h 30m

$827

MelbourneColombo

MEL Melbourne - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

MELCMB

Melbourne

Sun 21/2

01:50-21:35

2 stops25h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 6/3

22:35-11:00

3 stops30h 55m

$832

MelbourneColombo

MEL Melbourne - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

MELCMB

Melbourne

Sun 21/2

01:50-21:35

2 stops25h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 6/3

20:50-14:05

1 stop35h 45m

$832

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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:
$192 per person with SriLankan Airlines
$283 per person with AirAsia
$337 per person with Thai AirAsia

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Summary info about Sri Lanka flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	$359
Best Round-Trip Price	$766
Fastest flight time	15h 00m

The best one-way flight price to Sri Lanka from Australia in the last 5 days is $359 (Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl).

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The best return flight price to Sri Lanka from Australia in the last 5 days is $766 (Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl).

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The fastest flight to Sri Lanka from Australia takes 15h 00m (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 15 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, 48% 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, 97% 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 $350 or as high as $7,205. Based on recent airfare data, we’ve found that a ticket to Sri Lanka for $2,096 or less is a good deal, whereas $2,328 is the average cost.

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

Thursday is the best day of the week to fly to Sri Lanka based on flight prices. Friday is another affordable option. If you are looking to save money on flights to Sri Lanka, then try to avoid flying out on a Monday 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 November 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.