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Colombo.$1,117 per passenger.Departing Sat, 17 May, returning Sat, 24 May.Return flight with Jetstar and Jetstar Asia.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Canberra on Sat, 17 May, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar Asia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sat, 24 May, arriving in Canberra.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,117, select.
Colombo.$1,159 per passenger.Departing Sat, 2 Aug, returning Thu, 11 Sep.Return flight with Virgin Australia and AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Canberra on Sat, 2 Aug, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, 11 Sep, arriving in Canberra.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,159, select.
Colombo.$1,204 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 Aug, returning Sat, 30 Aug.Return flight with Virgin Australia and AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Canberra on Fri, 1 Aug, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sat, 30 Aug, arriving in Canberra.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,204, select.
Colombo.$1,212 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Jun, returning Wed, 11 Jun.Return flight with Virgin Australia and AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Canberra on Wed, 4 Jun, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, 11 Jun, arriving in Canberra.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,212, select.
Colombo.$1,270 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Mar, returning Wed, 11 Mar.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Canberra on Mon, 2 Mar, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, 11 Mar, arriving in Canberra.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,270, select.
Colombo.$1,306 per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Jun, returning Wed, 2 Jul.Return flight with Virgin Australia and AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Canberra on Wed, 18 Jun, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, 2 Jul, arriving in Canberra.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,306, select.
Colombo.$1,312 per passenger.Departing Mon, 24 Nov, returning Sat, 13 Dec.Return flight with Virgin Australia and Malaysia Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Canberra on Mon, 24 Nov, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sat, 13 Dec, arriving in Canberra.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,312, select.
Colombo.$1,395 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Apr, returning Sat, 3 May.Return flight with Virgin Australia and AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Canberra on Wed, 23 Apr, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sat, 3 May, arriving in Canberra.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,395, select.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Canberra to Colombo flights are currently cheapest in May.
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Aug
from $1,204
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from $1,270

Alternative Canberra to Colombo routes

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Canberra to Colombo: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$1,117
Cheapest month to flyMay

Finding cheap flights from Canberra to Colombo: Frequently asked questions

There are 5 airports in Colombo: Kelaniya, Colombo Ratmalana, Colombo Bandaranayake, Bentota River, and Katugastota.
The best price we found for a return flight from Canberra to Colombo is $1,117. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Canberra to Colombo. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,117.
As of April 2025, there are no flights flying from Canberra to Colombo.
The cheapest month to fly from Canberra to Colombo is usually April 2025.
If you're flying from Canberra Airport, 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 $1,117.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Canberra Airport to Colombo on Saturday, 17 May 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Canberra Airport and Colombo. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Colombo but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
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.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 28°C. May is typically the warmest month in Colombo, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 25°C. The rainiest month is November.
Currently, Jetstar offers the cheapest flight tickets to Colombo.

Flying from Canberra Airport (CBR) to Colombo: what you need to know

  • Canberra Airport is located in Canberra. Based in the UTC+5:30 timezone, Colombo is 5 hours 30 minutes behind Canberra.

  • Leave enough time to catch your flight from CBR to Colombo. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during high season in general.

  • Whether you want to explore a new city on the way or just have a break, we make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To check out your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) is a stop you can make during your flight from CBR to Colombo.

  • You'll need an e-visa for Sri Lanka if you hold a passport from Australia and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can be subject to change. So before booking your cheap ticket from Canberra Airport to Colombo, check with your airline and the destination country's local consulate or embassy for up-to-date information.

  • CBR is about 8 kilometres from central Canberra. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 14 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour and 6 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Canberra Airport to Colombo? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to CBR:

How to find the cheapest flights from Canberra Airport (CBR) to Colombo

  • $553 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Canberra Airport to Colombo. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,117. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.

  • It's a good idea to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from CBR to Colombo. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the departure date.

  • Getting cheap tickets from Canberra Airport to Colombo is easier if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across the month and land a great deal.

  • Create a Price Alert for flight tickets from CBR to Colombo. You don't need to look every day to see if fares have dropped. We'll tell you as soon as there's a change in price.

  • Tailor your travel plans with filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Canberra Airport to Colombo.

Airports in Colombo

Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)

  • Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) is around 16 kilometres from the centre of Colombo. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 39 minutes.

  • Travelling by public transport takes around 1 hour and 16 minutes.

  • The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Canberra Airport to Colombo. Stay at one of these accommodation options near RML instead:

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • After your flight from Canberra Airport to Colombo has touched down, you can reach the city centre in around 39 minutes by car. Central Colombo is roughly 32 kilometres from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB).

  • You can also travel by public transport, which will take roughly 1 hour and 31 minutes.

  • Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to CMB. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from CBR to Colombo:

Best time to go to Colombo

  • Before locking in your flights from Canberra Airport to Colombo, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Colombo offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while low season brings cheaper deals on hotels and smaller crowds.

  • Book your flight from Canberra Airport to Colombo for March to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 24ºC to 33ºC.

  • For cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from CBR to Colombo in January when temperatures average between 22ºC and 32ºC.

More about Colombo

  • After locking in your flight from Canberra Airport to Colombo, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Colombo:

  • All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Gangaramaya Temple, Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall and Viharamahadevi Park are must-do's during your Colombo adventure.

Complete your Colombo trip with a car rental

  • Select one of our car rentals in Colombo and see the sights on your own schedule. Easily compare options in one go to find the perfect ride once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flights from Canberra Airport to Colombo.

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