$275+ Cheap flights from Sydney (SYD) to Bandaranaike Intl (CMB)
This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Cheapest flights from Sydney to ColomboExplore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to Colombo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 29, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to Colombo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 29, 2026.
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This AirAsia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure AirAsia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Malaysia Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Malaysia Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Malaysia Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Malaysia Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Malaysia Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Malaysia Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Find flight deals from Sydney to Colombo
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) 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 January 29, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $580 (Mytrip) |
One-way from | $275 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | August |
Average price | $975 |
Good round-trip deal | $969 or less |
Good one-way deal | $513 or less |
Cheapflights Fare Finder
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Depart
Return
Price
SydneyColombo
SYD - CMB
SYDCMB
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sat 2/28
10:45 am-9:50 pm
1 stop16h 35m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Sun 3/15
10:50 pm-8:35 pm
1 stop16h 15m
SydneyColombo
SYD - CMB
SYDCMB
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sat 3/7
12:10 pm-11:35 pm
1 stop16h 55m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Sat 3/21
12:40 am-8:35 pm
1 stop14h 25m
SydneyColombo
SYD - CMB
SYDCMB
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Thu 4/23
7:25 am-11:35 pm
1 stop20h 40m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Thu 5/14
12:50 am-6:05 am
1 stop24h 45m
SydneyColombo
SYD - CMB
SYDCMB
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Thu 4/23
10:10 am-11:45 pm
1 stop18h 05m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Thu 5/14
1:05 am-6:10 am
1 stop24h 35m
SydneyColombo
SYD - CMB
SYDCMB
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Tue 4/28
10:10 am-11:45 pm
1 stop18h 05m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Wed 5/13
1:05 am-6:10 am
1 stop24h 35m
SydneyColombo
SYD - CMB
SYDCMB
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 4/29
10:10 am-11:45 pm
1 stop18h 05m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Sat 5/16
1:05 am-6:10 am
1 stop24h 35m
SydneyColombo
SYD - CMB
SYDCMB
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 3/4
8:45 am-11:30 pm
1 stop20h 15m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Sat 3/7
12:45 am-9:35 am
1 stop27h 20m
SydneyColombo
SYD - CMB
SYDCMB
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sat 3/7
10:25 am-11:35 pm
1 stop18h 40m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Tue 3/24
12:40 am-8:35 pm
1 stop14h 25m
SydneyColombo
SYD - CMB
SYDCMB
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Thu 4/23
7:40 am-11:45 pm
1 stop20h 35m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Fri 5/15
5:15 pm-10:50 am
2 stops37h 05m
SydneyColombo
SYD - CMB
SYDCMB
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Mon 3/2
12:10 pm-11:35 pm
1 stop16h 55m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Fri 3/13
12:40 am-8:35 pm
1 stop14h 25m
Compare providers for flights from Sydney to Colombo
Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Sydney to Colombo in January.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
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| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*2 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*1 star |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Sydney-Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Sydney-Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Sydney-Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Sydney-Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Sydney-Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport
How far ahead should I book a flight from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, you should look to book at least 85 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $524). Flying from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $824). 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 SYD to CMB?
Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport as you normally would.
How often are flights from Sydney to Colombo delayed?
About 44% of weekly flights between Sydney and Colombo have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 130 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Sydney to Colombo flights?
Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Sunday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Sydney to Colombo flights?
Over the last year, SriLankan Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 44% of flights being delayed.
What’s the top layover airport for flights from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Singapore (SIN) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 86% of 1-stop itineraries from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Kuala Lumpur (KUL) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $586.
What’s the fastest layover option from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Flights via Kuala Lumpur (KUL) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 14h 20m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Flights via Singapore (SIN) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 3h 02m.
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 January 29, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines, Thai Airways, and Malaysia Airlines from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Juliet,Oct 2025
PUS - SIN
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Juliet,Oct 2025
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Top 4 airlines flying from Sydney to Colombo
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$524 | Average$671 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time67% | |
| Cheapest$611 | Average$912 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time68% | |
| Cheapest$615 | Average$717 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time81% | |
| Cheapest$814 | Average$884 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% |