Cheap flights from Sydney to Colombo from $450

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22:10 - 10:05
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$860Malaysia Airlines
Tue, 13 Oct - Mon, 26 Oct
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$877Malaysia Airlines
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Malaysia Airlines flights from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

Our best Malaysia Airlines deals on Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight tickets
Malaysia Airlines
13 Oct
SYD22:10Sydney Kingsford Smith
17h 25m
1 stop
CMB10:05Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
26 Oct
CMB00:40Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
14h 25m
1 stop
SYD20:35Sydney Kingsford Smith
$860
Malaysia Airlines
26 May
SYD22:10Sydney Kingsford Smith
29h 15m
1 stop
CMB22:55Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
3 July
CMB11:20Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
15h 10m
1 stop
SYD07:00Sydney Kingsford Smith
$867
Malaysia Airlines
1 Aug
SYD22:10Sydney Kingsford Smith
16h 25m
1 stop
CMB10:05Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
21 Aug
CMB11:20Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
15h 10m
1 stop
SYD07:00Sydney Kingsford Smith
$877

SriLankan Airlines flights from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

Our best SriLankan Airlines deals on Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight tickets
SriLankan Airlines
17 May
SYD19:05Sydney Kingsford Smith
11h 15m
CMB01:50Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
1 June
CMB00:05Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
10h 05m
SYD14:40Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,350
SriLankan Airlines
17 May
SYD19:05Sydney Kingsford Smith
11h 15m
CMB01:50Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
30 May
CMB00:20Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
12h 40m
1 stop
SYD17:30Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,542
SriLankan Airlines
17 May
SYD19:05Sydney Kingsford Smith
11h 15m
CMB01:50Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
30 May
CMB00:20Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
12h 40m
SYD17:30Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,593

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SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 13/10

22:10-10:05

1 stop17h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 26/10

00:40-20:35

1 stop14h 25m

$860

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

$867

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 1/8

22:10-10:05

1 stop16h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 21/8

11:20-07:00

1 stop15h 10m

$877

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 8/8

22:10-10:05

1 stop16h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 16/9

11:20-10:00

1 stop18h 10m

$878

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 15/8

22:10-10:05

1 stop16h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 30/8

11:20-07:00

1 stop15h 10m

$879
Fastest return journey

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 9/6

13:05-22:55

1 stop14h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 22/6

00:05-19:35

1 stop15h 00m

$899

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 4/6

09:15-22:55

1 stop18h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 8/6

00:05-06:25

1 stop25h 50m

$900

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 16/8

09:15-22:55

1 stop18h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 30/8

00:05-19:35

1 stop15h 00m

$908

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 29/8

09:15-10:05

1 stop29h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 4/9

00:05-19:35

1 stop15h 00m

$917

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 25/7

22:10-10:05

1 stop16h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 9/8

11:20-10:00

1 stop18h 10m

$918

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

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

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 $940. If you are unable to visit Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport during the month of August, then departing from Sydney during the month October is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $997.

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

Our data shows that Monday is the least expensive day to fly to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $991. 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 $1,139.

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

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

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 $1,174 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 $1,039 on momondo.

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

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.

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

As of May 2026, prices for Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights are approximately 7% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

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Cheap Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (SYD to CMB) flight deals and tips

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Best price found

$676

Fastest flight time

11h 15m

Direct flights

Mon, Wed, Sat and Sun
The best one-way flight to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from Sydney in the past 72 hours is $676. The best return flight deal from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,170.
The fastest flight from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport takes 11h 15m
Direct flights go from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport on Monday, Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights..

Frequently asked questions about flying from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

  • How far is Sydney Kingsford Smith to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl by plane?

    There are 8756.9 km between Sydney Kingsford Smith and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 11h 15m.

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

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

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

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

    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.

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

    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.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

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Best airlines flying from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

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JetstarPriceFrom $497Free cancellationRating
6.5
538 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom $543Free cancellationRating
7.3
1,437 reviews
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6.4
47 reviews
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Malaysia AirlinesPriceFrom $675Free cancellationRating
7.4
307 reviews
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom $806Free cancellationRating
8.2
1,511 reviews
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SriLankan AirlinesPriceFrom $852Free cancellationRating
6.8
83 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $893Free cancellationRating
7.6
1,329 reviews
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China EasternPriceFrom $984Free cancellationRating
7.3
211 reviews
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Thai AirwaysPriceFrom $1,092Free cancellationRating
7.9
401 reviews
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7.5
1,035 reviews
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  • SriLankan Airlines Flights From Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

    SriLankan Airlines is one of the most popular airlines flying from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, operating 3 flights/week on average for this route. A good SriLankan Airlines flight deal for Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport starts from $852 round-trip, up to an average price of $1,161. Our users have rated SriLankan Airlines at 6.8/10.

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