How many airports are there in Colombo?

There are 6 airports in Colombo: Diyawanna Oya, Kelaniya, Colombo Ratmalana, Colombo Bandaranayake, Bentota River, and Katugastota.

How much are return flights from Sydney to Colombo?

The best price we found for a return flight from Sydney to Colombo is ₹ 40,252. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Sydney to Colombo?

11 hours and 9 minutes is the average flight time from Sydney to Colombo.

Which airlines fly direct from Sydney to Colombo?

SriLankan Airlines and Air Seychelles fly direct from Sydney to Colombo.

How many flights are there a week from Sydney to Colombo?

As of April 2024, there are 8 flights per week flying from Sydney to Colombo.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Colombo?

The cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Colombo is usually May.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Colombo?

If you're flying from Sydney, the cheapest airport near Colombo is Colombo Bandaranayake – which is 27.5 km away from the centre of Colombo. We've found flights into this airport from ₹ 40,252 .

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Sydney to Colombo on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Sydney to Colombo on Monday, 13 May 2024 .

Can I get a direct flight from Sydney to Colombo?

Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours and 9 minutes.

How can I get the best flight deal from Sydney to Colombo?

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 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.

When is the best time to book flights to Colombo?

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.

What’s the weather like in Colombo?

In April, the average temperature is usually around 28°C. May is typically the warmest month in Colombo, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 25°C. The rainiest month is November.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Sydney to Colombo with?

The cheapest airline that flies to Colombo is Scoot. And the cheapest airline that flies to Kelaniya Airport is SriLankan Airlines.

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Colombo.₹ 19,578 per passenger.Departing Thu, 27 Jun.One-way flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Sydney on Thu, 27 Jun, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 19,578, select.

Colombo.₹ 20,031 per passenger.Departing Thu, 9 May.One-way flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Sydney on Thu, 9 May, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 20,031, select.

Colombo.₹ 22,018 per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Jul.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Thu, 18 Jul, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 22,018, select.

Colombo.₹ 22,073 per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 Aug.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Mon, 5 Aug, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 22,073, select.

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Find the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Colombo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Sydney to Colombo flights are currently cheapest in June.

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Cheapest flight found	₹ 19,578
Cheapest month to fly	June
Average flight time	11 hrs, 9 mins
Most popular airline	SriLankan Airlines
Average flights per week	8

Finding cheap flights from Sydney to Colombo: Frequently asked questions

: There are 6 airports in Colombo: Diyawanna Oya, Kelaniya, Colombo Ratmalana, Colombo Bandaranayake, Bentota River, and Katugastota.
: The best price we found for a return flight from Sydney to Colombo is ₹ 40,252. 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.
: 11 hours and 9 minutes is the average flight time from Sydney to Colombo.
: SriLankan Airlines and Air Seychelles fly direct from Sydney to Colombo.
: As of April 2024, there are 8 flights per week flying from Sydney to Colombo.
: The cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Colombo is usually May.
: If you're flying from Sydney, the cheapest airport near Colombo is Colombo Bandaranayake – which is 27.5 km away from the centre of Colombo. We've found flights into this airport from ₹ 40,252.
: After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Sydney to Colombo on Monday, 13 May 2024.
: Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours and 9 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 Colombo 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.
: In April, the average temperature is usually around 28°C. May is typically the warmest month in Colombo, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 25°C. The rainiest month is November.
: The cheapest airline that flies to Colombo is Scoot. And the cheapest airline that flies to Kelaniya Airport is SriLankan Airlines.

How to find cheap flights to Colombo (CMB) from Sydney (SYD) in 2024

Looking for cheap tickets from Sydney to Colombo? Return tickets start from ₹ 40,252 and one-way flights to Colombo from Sydney start from ₹ 19,578

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