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Cheap flights from Brisbane (BNE) to Bandaranaike Intl (CMB)

BNE — CMB
Aug 21 — Aug 281
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Brisbane to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl are usually found in February or March, booked 12 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Brisbane to Colombo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Brisbane (BNE) to Colombo (CMB). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated August 16, 2025.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$809
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price ($189 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($41 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2025

Best time to book a flight from Brisbane to Colombo

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Colombo from Brisbane with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Brisbane to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Brisbane to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Brisbane to Colombo. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Brisbane to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 12 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Brisbane to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Brisbane to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $1,041). Flying from Brisbane to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,768). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from BNE to CMB?

Find hourly flight availability from Brisbane to Colombo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 16, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 15% on flights from Brisbane to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport by exploring options for tickets at noon.

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Brisbane to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Brisbane to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Hong Kong (HKG) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 61% of 1-stop itineraries from Brisbane to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Brisbane to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Brisbane to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Singapore (SIN) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $933.

What’s the fastest layover option from Brisbane to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Brisbane to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Singapore (SIN) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 14h 46m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Brisbane to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Brisbane to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Singapore (SIN) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 2h 59m.

Reviews of airlines servicing Colombo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Colombo. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Colombo. Reviews last updated August 16, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, and Qantas Airways from Brisbane to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Brisbane to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl?

    Brisbane (BNE), located 7.7 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Brisbane to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl. 3 airlines have flights from Brisbane to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl on a regular basis. Booking flights from Brisbane to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl per day.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Brisbane to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Brisbane to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport round-trip from $545. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Cathay Pacific, from $547, and Qantas Airways, from $800. Singapore Airlines is 37% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Brisbane to Colombo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Brisbane to Colombo flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Brisbane to Colombo?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Brisbane to Colombo.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Brisbane to Colombo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Brisbane to Colombo by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Brisbane to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Brisbane to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $1,041). Flying from Brisbane to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,768). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Brisbane to Colombo

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Brisbane to Colombo. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated August 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$545Average$993FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Cathay PacificCheapest$547Average$681FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$800Average$869FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%

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