$261+ 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 7/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl are usually found in October or May, booked 72 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday
Cheap 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 16, 2025.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $602 (Malaysia Airlines) |
One-way from | $261 (Singapore Airlines) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | October |
Average price | $985 |
Find flight deals from Sydney to Colombo
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 16, 2025.
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 16, 2025.
This Malaysia Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 1/16. 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 FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Singapore Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 Singapore Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Find flights from Sydney to Colombo within your budget
Customize 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, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 16, 2025.
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Route
Depart
Return
Price
SydneyColombo
SYD - CMB
SYDCMB
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Tue 3/11
10:15 pm-11:35 pm
1 stop30h 50m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Mon 3/17
12:40 am-8:35 pm
1 stop14h 25m
SydneyColombo
SYD - CMB
SYDCMB
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sun 2/16
9:50 pm-10:30 pm
1 stop30h 10m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Wed 2/26
11:30 pm-7:25 am
2 stops26h 25m
SydneyColombo
SYD - CMB
SYDCMB
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Tue 3/11
5:10 pm-10:35 pm
Nonstop10h 55m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Mon 3/17
12:10 am-3:55 pm
Nonstop10h 15m
SydneyColombo
SYD - CMB
SYDCMB
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Thu 2/27
8:45 am-11:30 pm
1 stop20h 15m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Mon 3/3
12:45 am-7:15 am
1 stop25h 00m
SydneyColombo
SYD - CMB
SYDCMB
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Fri 2/28
7:10 pm-11:30 pm
1 stop33h 50m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Sat 3/8
12:45 am-7:40 am
1 stop25h 25m
SydneyColombo
SYD - CMB
SYDCMB
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Tue 3/11
9:30 pm-7:00 pm
1 stop27h 00m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Tue 3/18
8:20 pm-1:35 pm
1 stop35h 45m
SydneyColombo
SYD - CMB
SYDCMB
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Fri 2/28
11:00 am-9:10 pm
1 stop15h 40m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Mon 3/3
1:10 am-6:30 am
1 stop23h 50m
SydneyColombo
SYD - CMB
SYDCMB
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Tue 3/11
9:30 am-6:25 pm
3 stops38h 25m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Tue 3/18
10:30 am-7:35 am
3 stops39h 35m
SydneyColombo
SYD - CMB
SYDCMB
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sat 4/12
8:20 pm-4:05 pm
1 stop24h 15m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Sun 4/27
8:20 am-6:50 pm
1 stop30h 00m
SydneyColombo
SYD - CMB
SYDCMB
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Tue 7/15
6:05 pm-11:35 pm
1 stop34h 00m
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 Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- 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.
Best time to book a flight from Sydney to Colombo
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Colombo from Sydney with our price prediction graph.
Travel insights for flights from Sydney to Colombo
Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Sydney to Colombo including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.
How far ahead should I book a flight from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Sydney to Colombo. Price data was last updated on January 10, 2025.
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 72 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $1,049). Flying from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,850). 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?
Find hourly flight availability from Sydney 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 January 16, 2025.
One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 19% on airfare.
Rainfall in Colombo by month
Plan your trip to Colombo by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.
In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport ranges from 2.4 - 13.8 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 13.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport when rainfall is around 2.4 in.
Temperature in Colombo by month
Plan your trip to Colombo by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.
If weather is an important factor for your trip to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, March is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 80.6 F).
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 16, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Cathay Pacific, Qantas Airways and Emirates from Sydney to Colombo. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!
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The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!
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The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!
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The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!
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The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!
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The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!