Cheap flights from Sydney to Colombo
One-way fares from $287, found recently by travellers. Plus what 5 days in Colombo costs once you land.
Cheapest dates we found
- 28 Feb2027WSI → CMBVietJet Air · 2 stops · 14h 10m$287one way
- 28 Oct2026SYD → CMBScoot · 3 stops · 16h 10m$351one way
- 20 Oct2026SYD → CMBScoot · 3 stops · 16h 5m$356one way
- 27 Oct2026SYD → CMBJetstar · 1 stop · 11h 55m$359one way
- 15 Nov2026SYD → CMBChina Eastern · 2 stops · 22h 20m$367one way
- 5 Nov2026SYD → CMBChina Eastern · 1 stop · 18h 10m$372one way
- 1 Apr2027SYD → CMBVietJet Air · 2 stops · 14h 25m$395one way
- 5 Jan2027SYD → CMBJetstar · 3 stops · 14h 20m$516one way
One-way economy prices travellers found on Aviasales in the last few days. They change often, so open a fare to see today's price.
Lowest fare by month
Lowest one-way fare seen for each month. Months with no price had no recent searches.
Airlines on this route
Recent cheap fares were with VietJet Air, Scoot, Jetstar, China Eastern, Batik Air Malaysia. Low-cost airlines often charge extra for checked bags and seats, so compare the full price.
When to go to Colombo
December to March for the west coast. Sri Lanka has two monsoons, so another region is always in season.
Money-saving tips for Colombo
- Tuk-tuk apps (PickMe, Uber) give fair prices.
- Rice and curry at local eateries and kottu roti are cheap and filling.
- Trains to Kandy and Galle are scenic and inexpensive; book reserved seats early.
Questions
How much is a flight from Sydney to Colombo?
The cheapest one-way fare we found recently was $287 with VietJet Air on 28 Feb 2027. Most of the fares we saw were between $287 and $516 one way. Prices change daily, so open the fare to see today's price.
How long is the flight from Sydney to Colombo?
The quickest flight in our recent results took 11h 55m with 1 stop.
Are there direct flights from Sydney to Colombo?
The cheapest fares we found all had at least one stop. Non-stop flights may exist at higher prices, so check the flight search.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Colombo?
In our recent results, February had the lowest fare ($287 one way). This is based on prices other travellers found, not a forecast.
How much money do I need for 5 days in Colombo?
About $155 for one backpacker, or $740 for two people travelling mid-range (hotel, food, transport and sights, flights not included). Add about $574 per person for a return flight from Sydney.
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Fares are recent prices found by travellers, cached for a few hours. Trip costs are planning estimates checked 2026-10-11. Always confirm the final price when you book. Some links are affiliate links; they never change your price.