Cheap flights from Sydney to Colombo from $385

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09:45 - 21:50
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CMB
16h 35m
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10:25 - 19:35
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28h 40m
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$805Multiple Airlines
Sat, 16 May - Sun, 7 Jun
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$810Malaysia Airlines
Thu, 7 May - Fri, 15 May
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11:20 - 10:00
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$811Malaysia Airlines
Wed, 11 Mar - Fri, 1 May
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$812Malaysia Airlines
Thu, 23 Apr - Thu, 14 May
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$820Multiple Airlines
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$822Multiple Airlines
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Malaysia Airlines flights from Sydney to Colombo

Our best Malaysia Airlines deals on Sydney to Colombo flight tickets
Malaysia Airlines
7 May
SYD13:05Sydney Kingsford Smith
14h 20m
1 stop
CMB22:55Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
15 May
CMB00:05Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
15h 00m
1 stop
SYD19:35Sydney Kingsford Smith
$810
Malaysia Airlines
11 Mar
SYD22:15Sydney Kingsford Smith
30h 50m
1 stop
CMB23:35Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
1 May
CMB11:20Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
18h 10m
1 stop
SYD10:00Sydney Kingsford Smith
$811
Malaysia Airlines
23 Apr
SYD22:10Sydney Kingsford Smith
16h 25m
1 stop
CMB10:05Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
14 May
CMB00:05Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
15h 00m
1 stop
SYD19:35Sydney Kingsford Smith
$812

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SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 16/5

09:45-21:50

1 stop16h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 7/6

10:25-19:35

1 stop28h 40m

$805

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 7/5

13:05-22:55

1 stop14h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 15/5

00:05-19:35

1 stop15h 00m

$810

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 11/3

22:15-23:35

1 stop30h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 1/5

11:20-10:00

1 stop18h 10m

$811

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 23/4

22:10-10:05

1 stop16h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 14/5

00:05-19:35

1 stop15h 00m

$812

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 15/4

09:15-22:55

1 stop18h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 17/5

22:50-19:35

1 stop16h 15m

$817

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 7/5

09:15-10:05

1 stop29h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 15/5

00:05-19:35

1 stop15h 00m

$818

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 17/4

09:45-21:50

1 stop16h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 9/5

10:25-08:20

1 stop17h 25m

$820

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 22/4

13:00-09:25

2 stops24h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 29/4

10:25-19:20

2 stops28h 25m

$822

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 23/4

22:10-10:05

1 stop16h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 27/4

10:25-19:35

1 stop28h 40m

$824

SydneyColombo

SYD - CMB

SYDCMB

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 15/3

20:05-11:00

1 stop20h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 30/3

13:30-20:20

2 stops25h 20m

$827

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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 $953, 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 May is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $964.

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

Our data shows that Wednesday is the least expensive day to fly to Colombo. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $972. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Friday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Colombo on Friday is $1,126.

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

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How far in advance should I book a flight 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 $1,166 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 $1,029 on momondo.

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

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

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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).
  • 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.

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  • 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.

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AirAsia XPriceFrom $653Free cancellationRating
6.4
45 reviews
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7.5
440 reviews
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Malaysia AirlinesPriceFrom $697Free cancellationRating
7.3
293 reviews
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom $825Free cancellationRating
8.2
1,463 reviews
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SriLankan AirlinesPriceFrom $856Free cancellationRating
6.8
79 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $916Free cancellationRating
7.6
1,171 reviews
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China EasternPriceFrom $1,004Free cancellationRating
7.2
193 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $1,078Free cancellationRating
7.5
995 reviews
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Thai AirwaysPriceFrom $1,115Free cancellationRating
7.8
382 reviews
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