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Cheap flights from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

SYD — CMB
25 May — 1 Jun1
1 adult
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Cheap flight deals from Sydney to Colombo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) to Colombo (CMB). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 20 May 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

C$ 1,000

Round-trip from

C$ 1,855
High demand for flights, 39% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 18% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in May 2024
From Sydney Kingsford Smith to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

How far in advance should I book a flight from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Travellers have found it’s best to book a flight 43 days in advance to save up to 16% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 43 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as C$ 1,160, or C$ 1,349 for flights within the next 24 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

May is one of the best times of the year to fly to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from Sydney. Prices for May average C$ 1,222 per person but you can even find prices for as low as C$ 815. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December. Opting for a May flight can save you 63% on your journey compared to booking in December

When is the cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (SYD - CMB)?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport as you normally would.

When is the best time to book a flight from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Sydney to Colombo. Price data was last updated on 10 May 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, you should look to book at least 72 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
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Average price of flights to Colombo by month

Plan your trip from Sydney to Colombo by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Sydney to Colombo is currently C$ 0 while a round-trip flight costs C$ 0. Price data was last updated on 19 May 2024.

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of C$ 1,363). Flying from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,854). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

January

C$ 2,100

February

C$ 2,005

March

C$ 2,009

April

C$ 2,001

May

C$ 2,027

June

C$ 2,237

July

C$ 2,523

August

C$ 2,095

September

C$ 1,973

October

C$ 1,919

November

C$ 1,855

December

C$ 2,292

Temperature and rainfall in Colombo by month

Plan your trip to Colombo by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

CMB

Temperature

27 - 28 °C

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Sydney to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl?

    Located just 7.5 km from the city centre, Sydney Kingsford Smith is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl from Sydney. Booking flights from Kingsford Smith (SYD) to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl from 2 different airlines.

  • What does SYD to CMB mean?

    SYD and CMB are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. SYD to CMB refers to a flight route from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sydney to Colombo that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Sydney to Colombo flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Sydney to Colombo with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Sydney to Colombo flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sydney to Colombo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Sydney to Colombo flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Sydney to Colombo?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Sydney to Colombo.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Sydney to Colombo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sydney to Colombo by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sydney to Colombo that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Sydney to Colombo offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Sydney to Colombo?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Sydney to Colombo flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

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Singapore AirlinesCheapestC$ 1,289AverageC$ 2,925FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestC$ 3,472AverageC$ 3,523FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Hourly flight availability from Sydney to Colombo

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Weekly flight availability from Sydney to Colombo

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