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Cheap flights from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport
SYD — CMB
3 Sep — 10 Sep1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl are usually found in February or August, booked 85 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Monday
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 29 August 2025.
Popular in | December |
|---|---|
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | £502 |
Good one-way deal | £762 or less |
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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 return flight from Sydney to Colombo. Price data was last updated on 22 August 2025.
The price you pay for your flight from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 85 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 Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of £818). Flying from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,291). 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 29 August 2025.
It’s typically best to fly out from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport at midday. Doing so could potentially save you 51% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.
What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Share of one-stop return flights from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.
Singapore (SIN) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 57% of one-stop itineraries from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport on Cheapflights.
What’s the fastest stopover option from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Shortest average travel time for one-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 stopover airport.
Flights via Singapore (SIN) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 14h 59m.
What’s the fastest stopover option from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Shortest average travel time for one-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 stopover airport.
Flights via Singapore (SIN) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 14h 59m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Average stopover duration for one-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 stopover time of 2h 18m.
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 29 August 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with SriLankan Airlines from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Overall
6.8
Entertainment
6.2
Food
7.0
Comfort
6.8
Boarding
6.6
Crew
7.5
Reviews
1 / 1
8.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Jan 2024
CMB - SYD
Overall
6.8
Entertainment
6.2
Food
7.0
Comfort
6.8
Boarding
6.6
Crew
7.5
Reviews
1 / 1
8.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Jan 2024
CMB - SYD
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