Travelling from Colombo to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): What you need to know
Planning your holiday starts with working out where you'll leave from in Colombo. Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Colombo to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) departing from here.
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is located in Sydney. The city runs on the UTC+11 timezone and is five hours 30 minutes ahead of Colombo.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your flight from Colombo to SYD.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so plan to arrive even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stick to your schedule.
Airports in Colombo
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)
RML is around 16 kilometres from central Colombo. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your break? Stay near Colombo Ratmalana Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Colombo to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are the answer:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Consider beginning your travels from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB). You can book a direct Colombo to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) flight ticket from this hub.
From CMB, direct flights from Colombo to SYD can be booked with SriLankan Airlines.
SriLankan Airlines is the go-to airline for bookings on the CMB to SYD route.
Flights between Bandaranaike International Airport and Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport are more likely to stay on schedule with SriLankan Airlines compared to other carriers.
Cross another spot off your travel list or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Colombo to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, check out these options when departing from Bandaranaike International Airport:
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
You can arrive at CMB from the centre of Colombo in approximately 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to cover the 32 kilometres or so.
Flying off with the first light? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Bandaranaike International Airport the day before your Colombo to SYD flight:
Bandaranaike International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 75.71%. This figure sheds light on how often flights that leave from this airport arrive at their destination on time.
About Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Consider booking a hotel near SYD if you have a late flight from Colombo to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. Choose one of these options and end the night sooner:
Hit the road running by picking up a Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals or Yes Drive and experience the lesser-explored corners of Sydney and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride around two weeks ahead of your Colombo to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight.
Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney
From Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, central Sydney is around 18 kilometres away. It takes about 20 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
₹ 24,308 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Colombo to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. A return flight starts from ₹ 49,649. These fares can change depending on demand.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Colombo to SYD. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your Colombo to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Colombo to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
April is the quietest month for flights from Colombo to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD), while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Sydney based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Lock in a Colombo to SYD flight ticket departing in January if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Sydney to range from 17ºC to 32ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Colombo to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport in July when temperatures are between 5ºC and 19ºC.
More about Sydney
Start your Sydney trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Colombo to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
You'll find plenty of exciting things to do in Sydney when you're ready to sightsee. Start exploring at Sydney Harbour followed by Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Harbour.
Explore more of Australia
Canberra is just one of the many cities in Australia waiting to be discovered once you've seen Sydney. Around 241 kilometres away to the south-west, its top attractions include Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and National Portrait Gallery.
Around 129 kilometres north-east of Sydney, Newcastle is another favourite stop in Australia. Experience major highlights starting with Merewether Beach, Bathers Way Coastal Walk and Nobbys Beach.
