$343+ 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 9/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — CMB
Sep 7 — Sep 141
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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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 August 8, 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 August 8, 2026.
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/1511:00 am -
1 stop36h 30m
Tue 3/98:20 pm -
1 stop35h 45m
Deal found 8/5![China Eastern logo]()
$672
This China Eastern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 China Eastern is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/611:00 am -
1 stop36h 30m
Thu 8/2010:10 pm -
3 stops53h 20m
Deal found 8/4![China Eastern logo]()
$673
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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.
Wed 9/3011:00 am -
2 stops38h 40m
Tue 10/610:10 pm -
3 stops30h 20m
Deal found 8/6![China Eastern logo]()
$675
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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.
Mon 8/178:50 pm -
1 stop29h 35m
Wed 9/99:45 pm -
1 stop28h 00m
Deal found 8/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$677
This China Eastern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 China Eastern is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/910:05 am -
3 stops63h 35m
Tue 8/2510:10 pm -
2 stops57h 55m
Deal found 8/4![China Eastern logo]()
$680
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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.
Mon 8/178:50 pm -
1 stop29h 35m
Sat 9/57:50 pm -
1 stop31h 00m
Deal found 8/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$690
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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.
Mon 8/178:50 pm -
1 stop29h 35m
Thu 9/37:50 pm -
1 stop14h 20m
Deal found 8/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$691
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/289:45 am -
1 stop16h 40m
Mon 9/149:45 pm -
1 stop16h 45m
Deal found 8/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$696
This China Eastern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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 China Eastern is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/711:00 am -
1 stop36h 30m
Fri 8/218:30 pm -
1 stop35h 35m
Deal found 8/5![China Eastern logo]()
$699
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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.
Thu 8/2010:15 am -
1 stop16h 05m
Wed 9/99:45 pm -
1 stop28h 00m
Deal found 8/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$700
This China Eastern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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 China Eastern is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/98:30 pm -
1 stop27h 00m
Fri 8/218:30 pm -
1 stop35h 35m
Deal found 8/5![China Eastern logo]()
$701
Best flights from Sydney to ColomboDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Sydney to Colombo that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 8, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Sydney to Colombo that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 8, 2026.
This China Eastern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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 China Eastern is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/210:05 am -
3 stops39h 35m
Wed 9/98:30 pm -
1 stop35h 35m
Deal found 8/5![China Eastern logo]()
$706
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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.
Tue 9/152:05 pm -
1 stop37h 55m
Mon 3/812:45 am -
2 stops26h 35m
Deal found 8/4![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$862
This Malaysia Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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.
Sat 11/2810:15 pm -
1 stop30h 50m
Sun 12/1311:15 am -
1 stop27h 50m
Deal found 8/8![Malaysia Airlines logo]()
$911
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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.
Wed 8/197:40 am -
1 stop20h 20m
Sat 9/512:50 am -
1 stop24h 50m
Deal found 8/5![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$993
This Singapore Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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.
Sun 8/238:35 pm -
1 stop18h 40m
Thu 9/1012:50 am -
1 stop30h 25m
Deal found 8/5![Singapore Airlines logo]()
$1,045
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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.
Wed 8/267:45 pm -
2 stops32h 15m
Tue 9/112:50 am -
2 stops27h 45m
Deal found 8/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$886
This AirAsia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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.
Sat 11/2810:45 am -
1 stop16h 35m
Sun 12/1310:50 pm -
1 stop16h 15m
Deal found 8/4![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$932
Last-minute flights from Sydney to ColomboDiscover last-minute flight deals from Sydney to Colombo. Data last updated August 8, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Sydney to Colombo. Data last updated August 8, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This China Eastern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 China Eastern is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/611:00 am -
1 stop36h 30m
Thu 8/2010:10 pm -
3 stops53h 20m
Deal found 8/4![China Eastern logo]()
$673
This China Eastern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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 China Eastern is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/711:00 am -
1 stop36h 30m
Fri 8/218:30 pm -
1 stop35h 35m
Deal found 8/5![China Eastern logo]()
$699
This China Eastern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 China Eastern is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/910:05 am -
3 stops63h 35m
Tue 8/2510:10 pm -
2 stops57h 55m
Deal found 8/4![China Eastern logo]()
$680
This China Eastern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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 China Eastern is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/98:30 pm -
1 stop27h 00m
Fri 8/218:30 pm -
1 stop35h 35m
Deal found 8/5![China Eastern logo]()
$701
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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.
Mon 8/178:50 pm -
1 stop29h 35m
Wed 9/99:45 pm -
1 stop28h 00m
Deal found 8/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$677
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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.
Mon 8/178:50 pm -
1 stop29h 35m
Sat 9/57:50 pm -
1 stop31h 00m
Deal found 8/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$690
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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.
Mon 8/178:50 pm -
1 stop29h 35m
Thu 9/37:50 pm -
1 stop14h 20m
Deal found 8/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$691
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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.
Thu 8/2010:15 am -
1 stop16h 05m
Wed 9/99:45 pm -
1 stop28h 00m
Deal found 8/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$700
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/289:45 am -
1 stop16h 40m
Mon 9/149:45 pm -
1 stop16h 45m
Deal found 8/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$696
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/1511:00 am -
1 stop36h 30m
Tue 3/98:20 pm -
1 stop35h 45m
Deal found 8/5![China Eastern logo]()
$672
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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.
Wed 9/3011:00 am -
2 stops38h 40m
Tue 10/610:10 pm -
3 stops30h 20m
Deal found 8/6![China Eastern logo]()
$675
One-way flights from Sydney to ColomboSearch for one-way flight options from Sydney to Colombo. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 8, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Sydney to Colombo. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 8, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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.
Sun 9/610:05 am -
2 stops39h 35m
Deal found 8/7![China Eastern logo]()
$343
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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.
Sat 10/3112:00 pm -
1 stop36h 30m
Deal found 8/4![China Eastern logo]()
$344
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 Jetstar is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/106:00 am -
1 stop17h 20m
Deal found 8/4![Jetstar logo]()
$350
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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 Jetstar is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/56:00 am -
1 stop16h 20m
Deal found 8/8![Jetstar logo]()
$359
This China Eastern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 China Eastern is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/2111:05 am -
2 stops39h 35m
Deal found 8/4![China Eastern logo]()
$364
This China Eastern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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 China Eastern is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/1610:05 am -
3 stops39h 35m
Deal found 8/5![China Eastern logo]()
$365
This Batik Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 Batik Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/248:35 am -
1 stop16h 40m
Deal found 8/4![Batik Air logo]()
$375
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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 Jetstar is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/297:00 am -
1 stop15h 20m
Deal found 8/8![Jetstar logo]()
$380
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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.
Thu 9/1010:15 am -
1 stop16h 05m
Deal found 8/4![VietJet Air logo]()
$385
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 August 8, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $672 (Justfly.com) |
One-way from | $343 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $758 |
Good round-trip deal | $988 or less |
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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 August 8, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport that are best for you.
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SydneyColombo
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
SYDCMB
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 9/2
10:05 am-9:10 pm
3 stops39h 35m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Wed 9/9
8:30 pm-12:35 pm
1 stop35h 35m
$706
SydneyColombo
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
SYDCMB
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Tue 9/15
2:05 pm-11:30 pm
1 stop37h 55m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Mon 3/8
12:45 am-8:50 am
2 stops26h 35m
$862
SydneyColombo
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
SYDCMB
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 8/26
7:45 pm-11:30 pm
2 stops32h 15m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Tue 9/1
12:50 am-9:05 am
2 stops27h 45m
$886
SydneyColombo
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
SYDCMB
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sat 11/28
10:15 pm-11:35 pm
1 stop30h 50m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Sun 12/13
11:15 am-8:35 pm
1 stop27h 50m
$911
Quickest round-trip
SydneyColombo
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
SYDCMB
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sat 11/28
10:45 am-9:50 pm
1 stop16h 35m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Sun 12/13
10:50 pm-8:35 pm
1 stop16h 15m
$932
SydneyColombo
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
SYDCMB
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 8/19
7:40 am-11:30 pm
1 stop20h 20m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Sat 9/5
12:50 am-6:10 am
1 stop24h 50m
$993
SydneyColombo
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
SYDCMB
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sun 8/23
8:35 pm-10:45 am
1 stop18h 40m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Thu 9/10
12:50 am-11:45 am
1 stop30h 25m
$1,045
Cheapest one-way
SydneyColombo
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
SYDCMB
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sun 8/16
10:05 am-9:10 pm
3 stops39h 35m
$365
SydneyColombo
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
SYDCMB
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sun 10/18
12:00 pm-9:10 pm
3 stops62h 40m
$427
SydneyColombo
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
SYDCMB
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sat 1/23
11:30 am-9:10 pm
2 stops39h 10m
$464
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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 August.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 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 |
- 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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Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Colombo from Sydney with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport
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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 82 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $749). Flying from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,377). 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 August 8, 2026.
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 38% of weekly flights between Sydney and Colombo have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 124 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Sydney to Colombo flights?
Historically, flights departing in the evening 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?
Tuesday 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 38% of flights being delayed.
What’s the top layover airport for flights from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.
Singapore (SIN) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 60% 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?
Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.
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?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover 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?
Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Sydney 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 45m.
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 8, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines,Malaysia Airlines, andSriLankan 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.
Boarding
8.3
Food
7.8
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.2
Entertainment
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentMatt,Jun 2026
SIN - CMB
Boarding
8.3
Food
7.8
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.2
Entertainment
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentMatt,Jun 2026
SIN - CMB
Boarding
8.3
Food
7.8
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.2
Entertainment
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentMatt,Jun 2026
SIN - CMB
Boarding
8.3
Food
7.8
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.2
Entertainment
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentMatt,Jun 2026
SIN - CMB
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
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| Cheapest$480 | Average$617 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time67% | |
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