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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Gold Coast to Colombo Bandaranayake? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Colombo.R 5,254 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Oct.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Gold Coast on Thu, 30 Oct, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,254, select.
Colombo.R 5,373 per passenger.Departing Fri, 21 Nov.One-way flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Gold Coast on Fri, 21 Nov, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,373, select.
Colombo.R 6,029 per passenger.Departing Fri, 15 Aug.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Gold Coast on Fri, 15 Aug, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,029, select.
Colombo.R 7,666 per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Dec.One-way flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Gold Coast on Mon, 8 Dec, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,666, select.
Colombo.R 10,914 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 Jan.One-way flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Gold Coast on Tue, 13 Jan, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,914, select.
Colombo.R 11,417 per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Jul.One-way flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Gold Coast on Mon, 28 Jul, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 11,417, select.
Colombo.R 11,420 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Sep.One-way flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Gold Coast on Fri, 5 Sep, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 11,420, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Gold Coast to Colombo Bandaranayake

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Gold Coast to Colombo Bandaranayake flights are currently cheapest in October.
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from R 6,029
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from R 5,254
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Gold Coast to Colombo Bandaranayake: Alternative routes

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

Gold Coast to Colombo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 5,254
Cheapest month to flyOctober

Finding cheap flights from Gold Coast to Colombo Bandaranayake: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Gold Coast to Colombo Bandaranayake is R 10,825. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Gold Coast to Colombo Bandaranayake. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 10,825.
As of July 2025, there are no flights flying from Gold Coast to Colombo Bandaranayake.
The cheapest month to fly from Gold Coast to Colombo Bandaranayake is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Gold Coast Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport on Saturday, 6 September 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Gold Coast Airport and Colombo Bandaranayake Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 Colombo Bandaranayake 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 Colombo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Jetstar offers the cheapest flight tickets to Colombo Bandaranayake.

Travelling from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB): what you need to know

  • Colombo's timezone is UTC+5:30, making Colombo four hours 30 minutes behind Gold Coast.

  • Leave plenty of time to catch your OOL to CMB flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Travelling during a peak month like January? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Break up your flight or take a detour to a new city with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Gold Coast Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport. Many passengers pass through Melbourne Tullamarine Airport on this route.

How to find the cheapest flights from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Gold Coast Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport flight is R 5,254. A round-trip ticket right now is R 10,825. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.

  • Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from OOL to CMB if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.

  • If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price in each month when looking for a flight from Gold Coast Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport.

  • There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from OOL to CMB.

  • Lock in the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Gold Coast Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.

Handy information about Gold Coast Airport (OOL)

  • 74.82% of flights that leave from Gold Coast Airport make it to their destination on schedule.

  • Central Gold Coast to Gold Coast Airport is around 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.

  • The journey when using public transport will take about 1 hour 40 minutes.

  • Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near OOL. Whether you've booked an early flight from Gold Coast Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:

Arriving at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

Getting from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to central Colombo

  • Bandaranaike International Airport to central Colombo has a drive time of around 40 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.

  • It takes around 1 hour 30 minutes to get there using public transport.

When to fly to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • February is the most popular month for flights from Gold Coast Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Colombo in April.

  • Before locking in your flight from Gold Coast Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Colombo, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from OOL to CMB in January. Temperatures average between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) then.

Explore more of Sri Lanka

  • You've seen Colombo, now it's time to discover more of Sri Lanka. Journey around 18 kilometres south to Moratuwa to tick off its must-visit sights. From Boat House to Angulana Beach and Dilmah Conservation One Earth Arboretum, your itinerary will be busy.

  • Around 306 kilometres north of Colombo, Jaffna is another essential stop in Sri Lanka. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library.

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