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✈️ Cheap flights from Sydney to Colombo
Compare Sydney – Colombo fares from hundreds of airlines and travel sites. The trip is about 8,763 km and takes around 11 h 15 min nonstop.
📏 Distance8,763 km (5,445 miles)
⏱️ Flight timeabout 11 h 15 min nonstop
🕒 Time differenceColombo is 5.5 hours behind Sydney
🛫 AirportsSYD → CMB
💸 Cheapest monthNov 2026 – from $694
📅 Cheapest months to fly Sydney → Colombo
- $702Oct 26
- $694Nov 26
- $988Dec 26
- $790Feb 27
Lowest fares our Fare agent saw for each month. Prices change daily.
🌞 Best time to visit Sri Lanka
Best: December to March – dry and sunny on the west and south coasts and in the hill country, ideal for beaches and sightseeing.
Shoulder season: April and September to November – warmer or more changeable weather but fewer crowds; the east coast is at its best from May to September.
Weather by month in Colombo
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Average daytime highs (°C) and how rainy each month is.
📍 Things to do when you land
- Climb Sigiriya – Scale the giant rock fortress past ancient frescoes and lion's paws to a summit palace with sweeping jungle views.
- Ride the hill-country train – Hang out of the open door as the train winds past waterfalls and tea estates between Kandy and Ella.
- Safari in Yala – Scan the scrubland for leopards, sloth bears, elephants and crocodiles in Sri Lanka's most famous park.
- Walk Galle Fort – Stroll the ramparts of a Dutch-era fort town at sunset, past boutiques, churches and a lighthouse.
💡 Tips for a cheaper ticket
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Sydney to Colombo flights: questions
How long is the flight from Sydney to Colombo?
A nonstop flight from Sydney to Colombo takes about 11 h 15 min for the 8,763 km (5,445 miles) trip. Flights with a connection take longer – usually 2 to 5 hours more.
How far is Colombo from Sydney?
Colombo is about 8,763 km (5,445 miles) from Sydney as the plane flies.
What is the time difference between Sydney and Colombo?
Right now Colombo is 5.5 hours behind Sydney. Daylight saving changes can shift this by an hour during the year.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Colombo?
Recently the lowest fares were in Nov 2026, from about $694. Prices change daily.
Which airports serve Sydney and Colombo?
From Sydney: Sydney Kingsford Smith Intl (SYD). In Colombo: Bandaranaike International Colombo (CMB).
Do I need a visa for Sri Lanka?
It depends on your passport – see our Sri Lanka visa & entry guide.
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