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Cheap flights Sydney — Colombo

from $350 8 749 km ~10h 48m 11 flights found 3 airlines cheapest on Sunday
How many travellers?
Adults
12+ years
1
Children
2–11 years
0
Infants
under 2
0
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Cheapest: $350 on 17.01.2027
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Cheapest flights found
17 Jan 2027, Sun
Batik Air Malaysia OD 172
23:55
SYD Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
13:05
CMB Bandaranaike International Airport
13h 10m 2 stops
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17 Jan 2027, Sun
Batik Air Malaysia OD 120
14:15
SYD Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
02:40
CMB Bandaranaike International Airport
12h 25m 1 stop
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16 Jan 2027, Sat
Batik Air Malaysia OD 122
01:50
SYD Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
14:20
CMB Bandaranaike International Airport
12h 30m 1 stop
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11 Jan 2027, Mon
China Eastern MU 2022
03:15
SYD Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
21:30
CMB Bandaranaike International Airport
18h 15m 2 stops
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17 Jan 2027, Sun
SriLankan Airlines UL 607
09:25
SYD Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
20:20
CMB Bandaranaike International Airport
10h 55m Direct
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04 Jan 2027, Mon
Batik Air Malaysia OD 122
01:50
SYD Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
14:20
CMB Bandaranaike International Airport
12h 30m 1 stop
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Route characteristics
Distance
8 749 km
Flight time
10h 48m
Time difference
-5h
Minimum price
from $350 (17.01.2027)
Average price
$467
Maximum price
$891
Departures per week
1
Cheapest day
Sunday
Departure airports (1)
SYD Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
Arrival airports (1)
CMB Bandaranaike International Airport
Airlines (3)
OD Batik Air Malaysia MU China Eastern UL SriLankan Airlines
Agencies (3)
Trip.com Kiwi.com Aviakassa
Prices by day of week
Airlines — cheapest prices 3
Batik Air Malaysia
Batik Air Malaysia
6 flights · 5 days
$333
China Eastern
China Eastern
1 flights · 1 days
$374
SriLankan Airlines
SriLankan Airlines
4 flights · 4 days
$595
Where to buy tickets 3
Trip.com
7 tickets · 6 days
from $333
Kiwi.com
3 tickets · 2 days
from $350
Aviakassa
1 tickets · 1 days
from $716
Airports

From — Sydney (1)

  • SYD Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport

To — Colombo (1)

  • CMB Bandaranaike International Airport
Other destinations from Sydney
Frequently asked questions about the route Sydney — Colombo
How long is the flight from Sydney to Colombo?
Approximate flight time — 10h 48m. This is an average for a direct flight. With connections, the time may be longer.
What is the distance from Sydney to Colombo?
The straight-line distance — 8 749 km.
How much do flights from Sydney to Colombo cost?
The minimum price over 3 months — from $350 on 17.01.2027.
What is the average ticket price?
The average price — $467. Range: $350 — $891.
What is the time difference between Sydney and Colombo?
The difference — -5h.
From which airports does Sydney operate flights?
From Sydney: SYD (Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport).
To which airports in Colombo do flights arrive?
To Colombo: CMB (Bandaranaike International Airport).
Which airlines fly this route?
This route is served by 3 airlines: Batik Air Malaysia, China Eastern, SriLankan Airlines.
Are there direct flights?
Yes, there are direct flights. Minimum direct price — from $595. Total direct flights found: 1.
Which day of the week is cheapest?
The cheapest day of the week — Sunday.
When is the best time to buy tickets?
Optimal — 1–3 months before departure. Check the calendar above — it shows the best dates.
How do I book flights?
Click "View this ticket" on any flight card — you'll be redirected to the booking page with this specific ticket pre-selected.
About the route Sydney — Colombo

Flights Sydney — Colombo is a popular route. The straight-line distance is 8 749 km. Flight time 10h 48m. Time difference -5h.

From Sydney (SYD) flights depart from 1 airport: SYD. To Colombo (CMB) — 1 arrival airport: CMB.

3 airlines operate on this route: Batik Air Malaysia, China Eastern, SriLankan Airlines.

The minimum price for the next 3 months — from $350 (17.01.2027). The cheapest dates are highlighted in the calendar above.

The average ticket price — $467, ranging from $350 to $891. Book 1–3 months in advance to get the best deals.

Cheapest day to fly — Sunday.