SYD - CMB

$296 Find Cheap Flights from Sydney to Colombo

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Sydney to Colombo departing on 4/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

KAYAK searches hundreds of travel sites at once for deals on flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

 
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Sydney to Colombo, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Sydney to Colombo, as well as popular online travel agencies
Travelers love KAYAK
41,299,237 searches in the past 7 days on KAYAK

Save 23% or moreCompare multiple travel sites with one search.

Track pricesNot ready to book? Create a price alert for when prices drop.

Bundle and saveSave money when you bundle your flight + hotel.

Filter your dealsChoose cabin class, free Wi-Fi and more.

Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$598
Overall average: $866
Malaysia Airlines
Thu 4/23Thu 5/14
SYD - CMB • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$860
Typical prices: $628-$719
SriLankan Airlines
Fri 5/1Fri 5/15
SYD - CMB • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun
You can fly direct with SriLankan Airlines. Average duration is 11h 15m
Direct flights
Direct flights
+1
+1
Direct flights
Direct flights
+1
Top airlines
Cheapest • from $598 (round-trip)
Best reviews • 8.2 score
Airline reviews
Airline reviews
+1
+1
Airline reviews
Airline reviews
+1
Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $823 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 15h 12m (one-way)
Insights
Insights
Insights
Insights
Avoid delays
Most punctual • 57% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
Insights
Insights
Insights
Insights
When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 8 weeks in advance save around 15% compared to booking last minute.
Insights
Insights
Insights
Insights
When to travel
Cheapest • 19% price drop
Most popular
Good to know
Good to know
+1
+1
Good to know
Good to know
+1
Start a new search
KAYAK searches 100s of sites at once to find you the best travel deals.
We hope you love your trip to Colombo!
Flight Deals
Booking Insights
Flight Deals

Cheap Flights from Sydney to Colombo (SYD-CMB)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Sydney to Colombo that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Sydney to Colombo

Thu, Apr 23 - Thu, May 14
Malaysia Airlines Logo
10:10 pm - 10:05 am
SYD
-
CMB
16h 25m
1 stop
Malaysia Airlines Logo
12:05 am - 7:35 pm
CMB
-
SYD
15h 00m
1 stop
$598Malaysia Airlines
Thu, Apr 23 - Thu, May 14
Malaysia Airlines Logo
10:10 pm - 10:05 am
SYD
-
CMB
16h 25m
1 stop
Malaysia Airlines Logo
12:05 am - 7:35 pm
CMB
-
SYD
15h 00m
1 stop
$602Malaysia Airlines
Fri, Apr 24 - Tue, May 12
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:45 am - 9:50 pm
SYD
-
CMB
16h 35m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:50 pm - 7:35 pm
CMB
-
SYD
16h 15m
1 stop
$603Multiple Airlines
Thu, Apr 23 - Thu, May 14
Malaysia Airlines Logo
10:10 pm - 10:05 am
SYD
-
CMB
16h 25m
1 stop
Malaysia Airlines Logo
12:05 am - 7:35 pm
CMB
-
SYD
15h 00m
1 stop
$604Malaysia Airlines
Tue, Jun 2 - Sun, Jun 14
Malaysia Airlines Logo
9:15 am - 10:55 pm
SYD
-
CMB
18h 10m
1 stop
Malaysia Airlines Logo
12:05 am - 7:35 pm
CMB
-
SYD
15h 00m
1 stop
$605Malaysia Airlines
Fri, May 1 - Thu, May 7
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:45 am - 9:50 pm
SYD
-
CMB
16h 35m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:25 am - 8:20 am
CMB
-
SYD
17h 25m
1 stop
$606Multiple Airlines
Thu, Apr 23 - Thu, May 14
Malaysia Airlines Logo
1:05 pm - 10:05 am
SYD
-
CMB
25h 30m
1 stop
Malaysia Airlines Logo
12:05 am - 7:35 pm
CMB
-
SYD
15h 00m
1 stop
$607Malaysia Airlines
Fri, May 1 - Fri, May 15
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:45 am - 9:50 pm
SYD
-
CMB
16h 35m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:25 am - 8:20 am
CMB
-
SYD
17h 25m
1 stop
$609Multiple Airlines
Wed, Aug 12 - Sun, Aug 23
Malaysia Airlines Logo
9:15 am - 10:55 pm
SYD
-
CMB
18h 10m
1 stop
Malaysia Airlines Logo
11:20 am - 10:00 am
CMB
-
SYD
18h 10m
1 stop
$612Malaysia Airlines
Tue, Jun 2 - Mon, Jun 15
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:50 pm - 9:25 am
SYD
-
CMB
17h 05m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:50 pm - 7:35 pm
CMB
-
SYD
16h 15m
1 stop
$613Multiple Airlines
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Sydney to Colombo flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Sydney to Colombo to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sydney to Colombo?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Colombo on a Saturday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Monday is the most expensive day to fly from Sydney to Colombo. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Sunday and avoiding Tuesdays for the best deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is August, where tickets cost $674 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and January, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,267 and $1,005 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $1,007 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, you should book around 8 weeks before departure, which saves you about 15% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 17 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonOctober
Cheapest flight$296
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 14% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 53% increase in price.
Flight from Sydney to Colombo

When to book flights from Sydney to Colombo

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Sydney to Colombo based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking Sydney to Colombo flights

  • Can I exchange currency at Bandaranaike International Airport?

    There are quite a few banks, exchange services and ATMs for travellers at Bandaranaike International Airport, most of which are open 24h a day. You will see directional signs for these services; however, there are so many that you will likely find them straight away.

  • What kinds of options does Bandaranaike International Airport have for food?

    The selection at Bandaranaike International Airport is not excessive, but certainly provides plenty of options for a quick pick-me-up after a long flight. There are various cafes to cater to a need for caffeine for weary travellers, as well as both fast food and more substantial meal options to fuel your journey onward from Bandaranaike International Airport.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport was $296 for a one-way ticket and $598 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Sydney and Colombo?

    Yes, you'll most likely have to show a valid passport before boarding the plane in Sydney and on arrival in Colombo.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Sydney to Colombo?

    Only Scoot offers inflight Wi-Fi service on the Sydney to Colombo flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Sydney to Colombo?

    The Airbus A330-300 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Sydney to Colombo flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Sydney to Colombo?

    Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Sydney and Colombo, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Sydney to Colombo?

    You can catch a nonstop flight from Sydney to Colombo on Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Sydney to Colombo, Singapore Airlines or Malaysia Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Sydney to Colombo are Singapore Airlines and Malaysia Airlines. With an average price for the route of $746 and an overall rating of 8.2, Singapore Airlines is the most popular choice. Malaysia Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $586 and an overall rating of 7.3.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Sydney to Colombo?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Sydney to Colombo.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Sydney to Colombo?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Colombo from Sydney is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Sydney to Colombo?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Colombo with an airline and back to Sydney with another airline. Booking your flights between Sydney and CMB can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Sydney to Colombo?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Colombo from Sydney up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $665 or less round-trip.
  • Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) has its own app that can be downloaded for free on both Apple and Android devices, enabling you to track your flight status before you even begin your journey to the airport. It also has handy features like a currency converter, and exclusive offers can be found through the app, too.
  • If you are in need of any assistance or directions while in Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport, there are dedicated staff in bright blue jackets for ease of identification; these are the Airport Ambassadors. You will find them throughout the international terminal and at the clearly marked Information Desk at the check-in counters after security.
  • There are multiple Telco stores in Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) that can get you connected and online with a Sri Lankan SIM card as soon as you land. They are open 24h a day, so you can get your service going even if your flight arrives particularly early or late. You should have no problem locating these stalls as there are a few, Bandaranaike Airport’s friendly airport staff can certainly direct you if you are having trouble.

Prefer to fly direct from Sydney to Colombo?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl.
Find which airlines fly direct from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Sydney Kingsford Smith to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tuesday

SriLankan Airlines

SriLankan Airlines

Friday

SriLankan Airlines

SriLankan Airlines

Saturday

SriLankan Airlines

SriLankan Airlines

Sunday

SriLankan Airlines

SriLankan Airlines

See more direct flights

Direct returns

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tuesday

SriLankan Airlines

SriLankan Airlines

Friday

SriLankan Airlines

SriLankan Airlines

Saturday

SriLankan Airlines

SriLankan Airlines

Sunday

SriLankan Airlines

SriLankan Airlines

See more direct flights

Reviews of the top 3 airlines serving from Sydney to Colombo

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Sydney to Colombo. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Sydney to Colombo? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.2
Singapore AirlinesOverall score based on 1483 reviews
8.3Boarding
7.8Food
8.0Entertainment
8.6Crew
8.0Comfort
Airline reviews

Crew is excellent Wifi needs to be improved in order to connect to the internet.

10.0 ExcellentTiep, Mar 2026
SIN - LAX
Read more Singapore Airlines reviews

Crew is excellent Wifi needs to be improved in order to connect to the internet.

Excellent crew service. Professional, courteous. Service with a smile. Good food Very decent flight experience

I find it was a bit hot before take off. If there is a way to improve the airflow it would be great

Excellent service. I pre-ordered gluten intolerant meal and they handle it with care. They served me my meal before other people's to avoid crossed contamination. Thank you 🙏

The flight arrived on time. 2×2 seating meant no one needed to sit in the middle. This was a connectibf flight from Singapore and required going to 3 counters in different levels to check a golf bag

Food was just okay, need to improve for other menu variations

Best airline I think. No problems with anything. Crew were great, no problems with the airline food and entertainment and a smooth flight.

I have difficulties to book wheelchair for my parents returned flight

Airline should consider adding a small meal at the last leg of the flight, right now there is 7 hours of no meal break.

Lounge a access was excellent as was the attentiveness and service from the crew as always. The food and drink supplied were of good quality. The entertainment system had a good selection and I liked the mapping system supplied. However the screen wild have been bigger and the operation a little smoother to navigate. The seats were barely comfortable, but adequate.

The crews were very professional and courteous. Pleasant flight and thank you!

They wouldn't let me on the plane. The 3rd party apparently didn't pay for the tickets properly?

Overall experience is good but if the food menu can change to authentic Malaysia food will be good. I.e. Nasi Lemak, Char Kueh Tiew and etc

Surprised that the safety briefing was only conducted in Malay language and no English despite there are foreigners on board. MH should take safety more seriously.

Flights were delayed, Food was good but only 1 meal instead of 2.

Food was good but only 1 meal and 1 pie, instead of 2 meals. Both legs were late.

We are row 11, when the crew came to us, only one meal choice was available.

OK seats comfortable, easy boarding/embarking, excellent connection to domestic Malaysia flight with baggage checked through without customs. Catering especially drinks borderline ok luckily less important aspect

Comfortable seats in economy, managed a few hours sleep in an o night flight but the food was terrible. Surprising as Malaysia airlines has been good in the past. Service was mediocre this time too.

Vast improvement needed in customer service. I couldn’t get the drink of my choice during both meals (i.e. sparking water and Diet Coke). I had used plastic cups falling onto me from the tray. No eye contact when they thank you on the way out signalling an insincere thank you.

Very poor. The flight was delayed for over an hour. Also, our baggage, including that of many passengers, approimately 180 bags did not arrive, and we are yet to receive it.

Poor, They have damaged my luggage and I have filed a claim at Colombo airport. They promised I will be in touch by the team within next 2 days but there is no One contacted me at all after 1 week. I then follow up again and received an email acknowledging my claim and claimed that they will reply in 12 days on investigation. Again, no response at all after that… Very disappointing…

From the checking, ground handlimg was very poor.seems new personal on duty,people qho suppose to be teaching them didnt see around.new people may mislead passenger, as of flt info boards, not give proper info.even informatiin counter people dont get uptodate info.makin big ques, totally disaster.guests were not happy about it.even boarding to aircraft some BC class pax sent to aft staircase, some aft pasx sent to front door.poor ground handling.may need to improove.

Nice crew.flight delay fromBKK for some ground prep issue I guess, crew serve well to guest, and respect to guest as well. As usual AC is old,and nt much comert in compare to other rehional airliners.other than that.all good

All good, on time, depart.only bad side was, airxraft is too old to be in business.hope ailine will manage somethinv somewhat.all good

Flight was on time.food is as usual good.Aircraft is old.old A320, seats aithout any display.crew serve well

Was good, comparatively. A330, with good crew set.on time depature. And crew try there best, to make thing efficient.

Spesific ,Crew and cabin manager, look after all pax on board despite being in a old A320 equipment.Got free seat upgrade as well,but old style seats, no much comfert on it.But food and the spesific crew, was amazing.maintain airlanka standerd.the cabin manager, who was so much keen,keen operate as per SOP.

Was got free upgrade, on old A320.aircraft is out dated kind of.bt service ,cabin manager, tried there best.and food was excelent.

When flying from Indian Sector, should be more prepared with Indian food

Everything you need to know for your flight from Sydney to Colombo

Information on your arrival and departure airports