Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Sydney and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,243 to $1,858. The lowest price recently found on this route was $901.

Question 1

How have Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight prices changed over time?

Accepted Answer

As of January 2026, prices for Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights are approximately 9% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from Sydney when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport for around $1,216 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from Sydney for as low as $1,078 on momondo.

Question 3

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Sydney to Colombo flights?

Accepted Answer

According to our data, SriLankan Airlines have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 47% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Question 4

Can stopping save me money on Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights?

Accepted Answer

You could potentially save up to 7% on your flight if you consider stops on a Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight.

Question 5

How many flights depart from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport on average per week?

Accepted Answer

4 flights are operational weekly from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport as of January 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Tue, with 25% of flights per week taking off on this day.

Question 6

What is the most punctual flight time for Sydney to Colombo flights?

Accepted Answer

Generally, flights departing in the early afternoon tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Question 7

What is the cheapest month to fly to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Accepted Answer

In general, August is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $1,002. If you are unable to visit Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport during the month of August, then departing from Sydney during the month May is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $1,012.

Question 8

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Accepted Answer

Flights connecting via Bangkok (BKK) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 14h 55m.

Question 9

What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Sydney and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Accepted Answer

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.Typical prices usually range from $1,243 to $1,858.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $901.

Question 10

Which airlines fly to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Accepted Answer

SriLankan Airlines, Singapore Airlines and Malaysia Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from Sydney 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 Bandaranaike Intl Airport. Keep in mind that there are 10 different airlines that fly to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Question 11

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between Sydney and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Accepted Answer

Singapore (SIN) was the most common stop: 59% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Question 12

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Accepted Answer

Flights via Kuala Lumpur (KUL) offer the lowest average return price of $1,257.

Question 13

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Accepted Answer

Bangkok (BKK) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 2h 16m.

Question 14

What cabin class options are available on Sydney Kingsford Smith to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl flights?

Accepted Answer

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Sydney Kingsford Smith to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Question 15

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

Accepted Answer

Our data shows that Wednesday is the least expensive day to fly to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $1,022. When flying out on a Friday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport for around $1,172.

Question 16

How often are flights from Sydney to Colombo delayed?

Accepted Answer

Historically, on average around 47% of flights between Sydney and Colombo have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 138 minutes.

Question 17

What is the cheapest Sydney Kingsford Smith to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl flight route?

Accepted Answer

Fly from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl for the best Sydney Kingsford Smith - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl flight prices

Question 18

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Accepted Answer

Sunday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Saturday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Question 19

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Accepted Answer

Prices for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport were last updated today.

Question 20

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Accepted Answer

The number of operators available for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is 10 as of January 2026.

Question 21

How old do you have to be to fly from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Accepted Answer

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.

Question 22

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Accepted Answer

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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

What cabin class options are available on Sydney Kingsford Smith to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Sydney Kingsford Smith to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights?

You could potentially save up to 7% on your flight if you consider stops on a Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight.

How have Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of January 2026, prices for Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights are approximately 9% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

Which airlines fly to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

How often are flights from Sydney to Colombo delayed?

Historically, on average around 47% of flights between Sydney and Colombo have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 138 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Sydney to Colombo flights?

Generally, flights departing in the early afternoon tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Sunday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Saturday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Sydney to Colombo flights?

According to our data, SriLankan Airlines have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 47% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between Sydney and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Singapore (SIN) was the most common stop: 59% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Flights via Kuala Lumpur (KUL) offer the lowest average return price of $1,257.

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Flights connecting via Bangkok (BKK) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 14h 55m.

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Bangkok (BKK) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 2h 16m.

How many flights depart from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport on average per week?

4 flights are operational weekly from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport as of January 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Tue, with 25% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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