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Cheap Flights from Colombo Bandaranayake to Sydney

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Flight deals from Colombo Bandaranayake to Sydney

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Colombo Bandaranayake to Sydney? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Sydney.R 5,035 per passenger.Departing Mon, 25 Aug.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 25 Aug, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,035, select.
Sydney.R 5,222 per passenger.Departing Mon, 16 Jun.One-way flight with Jetstar Asia.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar Asia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 16 Jun, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,222, select.
Sydney.R 5,360 per passenger.Departing Mon, 17 Nov.One-way flight with Jetstar Asia.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar Asia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 17 Nov, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,360, select.
Sydney.R 5,411 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Jul.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 1 Jul, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,411, select.
Sydney.R 5,480 per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Oct.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, 29 Oct, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,480, select.
Sydney.R 5,480 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Dec.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 9 Dec, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,480, select.
Sydney.R 5,504 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Sep.One-way flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, 3 Sep, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,504, select.
Sydney.R 5,634 per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 May.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 26 May, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,634, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Colombo Bandaranayake to Sydney

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Colombo Bandaranayake to Sydney flights are currently cheapest in August.
May
from R 5,634
Jun
from R 5,222
Jul
from R 5,411
Aug
from R 5,035
Sep
from R 5,504
Oct
from R 5,480
Nov
from R 5,360
Dec
from R 5,480
Jan
from R 8,242
Feb
from R 6,951
Mar
from R 6,329
Apr
from R 9,387

Direct flights from Colombo Bandaranayake to Sydney

Colombo Bandaranayake to Sydney: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Colombo Bandaranayake to Sydney below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Sydney.

Colombo to Sydney: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 5,035
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time10 hrs, 7 mins
Most popular airlineAir Seychelles
Average flights per week7

Finding cheap flights from Colombo Bandaranayake to Sydney: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Colombo Bandaranayake to Sydney is R 10,087. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
10 hours and 7 minutes is the average flight time from Colombo Bandaranayake to Sydney.
Air Seychelles and SriLankan Airlines fly direct from Colombo Bandaranayake to Sydney.
As of May 2025, there are 7 flights per week flying from Colombo Bandaranayake to Sydney.
The cheapest month to fly from Colombo Bandaranayake to Sydney is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Sydney Airport on Wednesday, 6 August 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 7 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Sydney but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Sydney is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, AirAsia and SriLankan Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Sydney.

Flying from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know

  • Around 10 hours 5 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport.

  • The timezone in Sydney is UTC+11, which is five hours 30 minutes ahead of Colombo.

  • Flights from CMB to SYD start from 00:10 — the earliest with SriLankan Airlines. The latest departure is at 00:20 with SriLankan Airlines. In total, you can take your pick of seven weekly Bandaranaike International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flights.

  • Your CMB to SYD flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.

  • During popular months such as February, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.

  • SriLankan Airlines is your ticket to exploring Sydney (and perhaps some other great corners of Australia!). Browse the direct flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport offered by this carrier.

  • The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is SriLankan Airlines.

  • Among carriers operating CMB to SYD flights, SriLankan Airlines has the best track record for timely arrivals.

  • If you'd like to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Bandaranaike International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between CMB and SYD:

    • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport

    • Changi International Airport

    • Suvarnabhumi Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • R 5,035 is the best price for a one-way Bandaranaike International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight. Return flights start from R 10,087. These fares can change based on demand.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from CMB to SYD, book your trip six months before your departure.

  • Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across each month.

  • Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from CMB to SYD by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.

  • Secure the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • Of the flights that depart from Bandaranaike International Airport, 75.71% arrive on time at their destination.

  • Central Colombo to Bandaranaike International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 40 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.

  • Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near CMB. Whether you're taking an early flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:

Arriving at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney

  • Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to the centre of Sydney has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.

  • If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 25 minutes.

When to fly to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • April is the most popular month for flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Sydney in April.

  • Lock in your flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport for January if you want to explore Sydney during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).

  • July has average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Look for cheap tickets from CMB to SYD sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Australia

  • You've seen Sydney, now it's time to explore other corners of Australia. Travel around 241 kilometres south-west to Canberra to tick off its popular sights. From Australian War Memorial to National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House, there's plenty to keep you on the go.

  • Around 121 kilometres north-east of Sydney, Newcastle is another favourite stop in Australia. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Newcastle Beach, Nobbys Beach and Merewether Beach.

Plan the rest of your trip from Colombo to Sydney

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