Cheap flights from Sydney to Colombo from $525

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China Eastern Logo
20:30 - 21:10
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CMB
53h 10m
2 stops
China Eastern Logo
22:10 - 09:00
CMB
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SYD
30h 20m
3 stops
$972China Eastern
Sat, 25 Jul - Tue, 25 Aug
Malaysia Airlines Logo
14:05 - 22:55
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CMB
14h 20m
1 stop
Malaysia Airlines Logo
00:40 - 20:35
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SYD
14h 25m
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$974Malaysia Airlines
Fri, 16 Oct - Sun, 25 Oct
China Eastern Logo
20:30 - 19:00
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CMB
27h 00m
1 stop
China Eastern Logo
20:30 - 09:00
CMB
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SYD
32h 00m
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$975China Eastern
Sat, 25 Jul - Tue, 25 Aug
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21:35 - 11:05
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CMB
19h 00m
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Multiple Airlines Logo
23:00 - 10:00
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29h 30m
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$977Multiple Airlines
Sun, 18 Oct - Sat, 24 Oct
Malaysia Airlines Logo
22:15 - 23:35
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CMB
30h 50m
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Malaysia Airlines Logo
11:15 - 10:20
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17h 35m
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$979Malaysia Airlines
Sun, 8 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov
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22:10 - 22:55
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30h 15m
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Malaysia Airlines Logo
00:40 - 20:35
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14h 25m
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$981Malaysia Airlines
Sun, 18 Oct - Sat, 24 Oct
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13:00 - 11:30
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27h 00m
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Multiple Airlines Logo
17:15 - 19:20
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21h 35m
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$982Multiple Airlines
Sun, 19 Jul - Fri, 31 Jul
Malaysia Airlines Logo
09:15 - 10:05
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29h 20m
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Malaysia Airlines Logo
11:20 - 10:00
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18h 10m
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$984Malaysia Airlines
Tue, 21 Jul - Fri, 21 Aug
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20:05 - 11:00
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20h 25m
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02:05 - 11:30
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27h 55m
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$985Multiple Airlines
Sun, 25 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov
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20:30 - 19:00
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China Eastern Logo
22:10 - 09:00
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$987China Eastern
Thu, 23 Jul - Thu, 27 Aug

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China Eastern flights from Sydney to Colombo

Our best China Eastern deals on Sydney to Colombo flight tickets
China Eastern
25 July
SYD20:30Sydney Kingsford Smith
53h 10m
2 stops
CMB21:10Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
25 Aug
CMB22:10Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
30h 20m
3 stops
SYD09:00Sydney Kingsford Smith
$972
China Eastern
25 July
SYD20:30Sydney Kingsford Smith
27h 00m
1 stop
CMB19:00Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
25 Aug
CMB20:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
32h 00m
1 stop
SYD09:00Sydney Kingsford Smith
$975
China Eastern
23 July
SYD20:30Sydney Kingsford Smith
27h 00m
1 stop
CMB19:00Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
27 Aug
CMB22:10Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
30h 20m
2 stops
SYD09:00Sydney Kingsford Smith
$987

Batik Air flights from Sydney to Colombo

Our best Batik Air deals on Sydney to Colombo flight tickets
Batik Air
3 Aug
SYD08:35Sydney Kingsford Smith
21h 00m
1 stop
CMB01:05Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
17 Aug
CMB02:05Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
13h 25m
1 stop
SYD20:00Sydney Kingsford Smith
$998
Batik Air
2 Aug
SYD22:15Sydney Kingsford Smith
31h 20m
1 stop
CMB01:05Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
19 Aug
CMB02:05Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
23h 40m
1 stop
SYD06:15Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,005
Batik Air
30 Aug
SYD22:15Sydney Kingsford Smith
31h 20m
1 stop
CMB01:05Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
9 Sept
CMB02:05Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
23h 40m
1 stop
SYD06:15Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,011

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Sydney to Colombo that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 78,305 searches. Data last updated 23 June 2026.
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SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 25/7

20:30-21:10

2 stops53h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 25/8

22:10-09:00

3 stops30h 20m

$972
Fastest return journey

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 16/10

14:05-22:55

1 stop14h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 25/10

00:40-20:35

1 stop14h 25m

$974

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 25/7

20:30-19:00

1 stop27h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 25/8

20:30-09:00

1 stop32h 00m

$975

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 18/10

21:35-11:05

1 stop19h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 24/10

23:00-10:00

1 stop29h 30m

$977

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 8/11

22:15-23:35

1 stop30h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 20/11

11:15-10:20

1 stop17h 35m

$979

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 18/10

22:10-22:55

1 stop30h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 24/10

00:40-20:35

1 stop14h 25m

$981

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 19/7

13:00-11:30

2 stops27h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 31/7

17:15-19:20

2 stops21h 35m

$982

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 21/7

09:15-10:05

1 stop29h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 21/8

11:20-10:00

1 stop18h 10m

$984

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 25/10

20:05-11:00

1 stop20h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 2/11

02:05-11:30

2 stops27h 55m

$985

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 23/7

20:30-19:00

1 stop27h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 27/8

22:10-09:00

2 stops30h 20m

$987

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Colombo?

The cheapest month to fly to Colombo from Sydney is in August. Flight prices, which tend to average around $961, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel to Colombo during the month of August, then flying in February is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $1,031.

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

Our data shows that Tuesday is the least expensive day to fly to Colombo. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $1,188. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Saturday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Colombo on Saturday is $1,256.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Colombo?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Colombo is in the afternoon. momondo users have found flights departing from Sydney to Colombo in the afternoon for as low as $1,220. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. In the evening is when there is more demand to fly to Colombo, so prices are often more expensive at around $1,485 per ticket.

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

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Colombo from Sydney when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Colombo for around $1,247 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Colombo from Sydney for as low as $1,119 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time

11h 15m

Direct flights

Mon, Wed, Sat and Sun

Airports in Colombo

2 airports
The fastest flight from Sydney to Colombo takes 11h 15m
Direct flights go from Sydney to Colombo on Monday, Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights..
There are 2 airports in Colombo. From Sydney there are direct flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB).

Frequently asked questions about flying from Sydney to Colombo

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

    There are 8743.6 km between Sydney Kingsford Smith and Colombo. By plane, this route typically takes 11h 15m.

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

    Prices for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Colombo are updated daily.

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

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

    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 from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Colombo.

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

    The required travel and health documents for your Colombo trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Colombo. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Sydney to Colombo

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JetstarPriceFrom $514Free cancellationRating
6.5
547 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom $562Free cancellationRating
7.3
1,462 reviews
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AirAsia XPriceFrom $670Free cancellationRating
6.4
47 reviews
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Malaysia AirlinesPriceFrom $700Free cancellationRating
7.3
312 reviews
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom $843Free cancellationRating
8.2
1,550 reviews
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SriLankan AirlinesPriceFrom $898Free cancellationRating
6.8
85 reviews
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Batik AirPriceFrom $903Free cancellationRating
5.9
83 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $924Free cancellationRating
7.6
1,388 reviews
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China EasternPriceFrom $1,013Free cancellationRating
7.3
226 reviews
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Thai AirwaysPriceFrom $1,129Free cancellationRating
7.9
407 reviews
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