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Colombo.$284 per passenger.Departing Wed, 5 Mar.One-way flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Perth on Wed, 5 Mar, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $284, select.
Colombo.$284 per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Apr.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Perth on Thu, 24 Apr, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $284, select.
Colombo.$299 per passenger.Departing Thu, 27 Feb.One-way flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Perth on Thu, 27 Feb, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $299, select.
Colombo.$301 per passenger.Departing Thu, 14 Aug.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Perth on Thu, 14 Aug, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $301, select.
Colombo.$302 per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Jul.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Perth on Thu, 24 Jul, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $302, select.
Colombo.$311 per passenger.Departing Thu, 22 May.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Perth on Thu, 22 May, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $311, select.
Colombo.$311 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 Jan.One-way flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Perth on Wed, 14 Jan, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $311, select.
Colombo.$312 per passenger.Departing Sun, 15 Jun.One-way flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Perth on Sun, 15 Jun, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $312, select.

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Feb
from $299
Mar
from $284
Apr
from $284
May
from $311
Jun
from $312
Jul
from $302
Aug
from $301
Sep
from $316
Oct
from $317
Nov
from $315
Dec
from $421
Jan
from $311

Airports in Colombo

Looking for the best route? There are 5 airports in and around Colombo.

Direct flights to Colombo

Frequently asked questions

There are 5 airports in Colombo: Kelaniya, Colombo Ratmalana, Colombo Bandaranayake, Bentota River, and Katugastota.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct to Colombo. But we found flights with one or more stops from $598.
The cheapest month to fly to Colombo is usually March.
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Yes – you can fly direct to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport and the average flight time is 10 hours and 55 minutes.
The best price we found for a return flight to Colombo is $598. 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.
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 $598.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that the cheapest date to fly to Colombo is Sunday, 9 March 2025.
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.
The average temperature in Colombo in February is around 27°C. The warmest month in Colombo is typically May, which averages 29°C. The coolest month is July, with temperatures averaging 25°C. The rainiest month is November, and it usually rains the least in February.
Currently, Jetstar and SriLankan Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Colombo.

Flying to Colombo

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$284
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time10 hrs, 51 mins
Most popular airlineSriLankan Airlines
Average flights per week22

Discover Colombo

Why visit Colombo, Sri Lanka

There is a lot to see and do in the largest city in Sri Lanka. Colombo is known for its colonial architecture, having a diverse mix of shopping, and some great museums.

Many people fly into Colombo because it is the hopping-off point for some beautiful beaches in the south of the island name of Sri Lanka.

Things to do in Colombo

On a visit to Colombo you should spend some time shopping for unique, hand-woven fabrics, including household linens and other textiles. As well, don’t miss a trip to Pettah, where you’ll find one of the oldest and most lively bazaars in Asia. If you’re interested in architecture and history, then you can also check out the heritage buildings in the 16th century Colombo Fort, or wander through the Colombo National Museum. The city is also very popular in mid-May, when people from all around the country head there to celebrate the birth of the Buddha.

Best time to visit Colombo

Colombo is close to the Equator and as such has consistent temperatures throughout the year, with hot, humid and tropical weather. However, the city does experience monsoons, so the best time to visit is typically between February and April.

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Expect to pay

The currency in Colombo is the Sri Lankan rupee.

You can expect to pay approximately AUD$3.36 for a regular coffee in the city.

Arriving in Colombo by plane

The international airport servicing Colombo (and the main airport for Sri Lanka) is Bandaranaike International Airport. It is located approximately 33km north of the city.

Some of the airlines operating flights from Australia to Colombo are Air Asia, Scoot, Virgin Australia, Malaysia Airlines, Singapore Airlines, and Qantas.

Visa requirements

Australians planning a visit to Sri Lanka should apply online for Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA).

Transportation to city centre

On average, a taxi from the airport into the CBD starts at around $25.

You can also arrange car hire or airport transfers online through Skyscanner.

Where to stay in Colombo

In Colombo you might want to stay in districts such as Colombo 04 (Bambalapitiya), for close proximity to one of the largest shopping malls in Sri Lanka; Mount Lavinia, a mostly residential area, 20-minutes drive south from the city centre, and popular for its beaches; Colombo 07 (Cinnamon Gardens), a plush area; or Colombo 06 (Wellawatte), a busy spot that’s home to many textile and jewellery shops.

You can book a hotel online for cheap rates.

Useful tips before you go

Visitors to Colombo should take note to remove their shoes before entering a home, and cover their shoulders and legs when entering a temple. In Sri Lanka it is also customary for someone to mean “yes” when they are shaking their head from side to side with a slight wiggle.

For more information please visit Smart Traveller as a trusted source of updated information.

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Please note: all information is correct as of July 2019.


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