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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Canberra to Colombo? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Colombo.RM2,808 per passenger.Departing Mon, 11 May, returning Mon, 25 May.Return flight with Jetstar and AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Canberra on Mon, 11 May, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 25 May, arriving in Canberra.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,808, select.
Colombo.RM2,965 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Jun, returning Fri, 31 Jul.Return flight with Jetstar and IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Canberra on Tue, 16 Jun, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Fri, 31 Jul, arriving in Canberra.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,965, select.
Colombo.RM3,039 per passenger.Departing Sat, 9 May, returning Mon, 22 Jun.Return flight with Virgin Australia and SriLankan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Canberra on Sat, 9 May, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with SriLankan Airlines, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 22 Jun, arriving in Canberra.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,039, select.
Colombo.RM3,044 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Mar, returning Mon, 6 Apr.Return flight with Jetstar and IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Canberra on Mon, 23 Mar, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 6 Apr, arriving in Canberra.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,044, select.
Colombo.RM3,045 per passenger.Departing Sat, 25 Apr, returning Fri, 15 May.Return flight with Jetstar and FitsAir.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Canberra on Sat, 25 Apr, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with FitsAir, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Fri, 15 May, arriving in Canberra.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,045, select.
Colombo.RM3,108 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 Aug, returning Sun, 23 Aug.Return flight with Virgin Australia and AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Canberra on Sat, 1 Aug, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sun, 23 Aug, arriving in Canberra.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,108, select.
Colombo.RM3,125 per passenger.Departing Sat, 9 May, returning Thu, 2 Jul.Return flight with Virgin Australia and IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Canberra on Sat, 9 May, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, 2 Jul, arriving in Canberra.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,125, select.
Colombo.RM3,153 per passenger.Departing Sun, 23 Aug, returning Fri, 11 Sep.Return flight with Virgin Australia and AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Canberra on Sun, 23 Aug, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Fri, 11 Sep, arriving in Canberra.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,153, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Canberra to Colombo

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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Mar
from RM3,476
Apr
from RM3,174
May
from RM2,808
Jun
from RM3,243
Jul
from RM3,498
Aug
from RM3,108
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Nov
from RM4,175
Dec
from RM4,202
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Alternative Canberra to Colombo routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Canberra to Colombo? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Kelaniya

10km from central Colombo
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Colombo Ratmalana

13km from central Colombo
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Colombo Bandaranayake

27km from central Colombo
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from RM2,808
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Bentota River

52km from central Colombo
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Katugastota

72km from central Colombo
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Canberra to Colombo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRM2,808
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 RM2,808. 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 RM2,808.
As of February 2026, there are no flights flying from Canberra to Colombo.
The cheapest month to fly from Canberra to Colombo is usually May.
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 RM2,808.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Canberra Airport to Colombo on Monday, 11 May 2026.
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 February, the average temperature is usually around 27°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.

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

  • The timezone in Colombo is UTC+5:30. The city is five hours 30 minutes behind Canberra, where Canberra Airport is located.

  • For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your CBR to Colombo flight.

  • Travelling during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.

  • Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to discover a new city or just have a break during your trip. When searching for a flight ticket from CBR to Colombo, deselect 'Direct flights only' to check out all potential stops. Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) is a great option.

  • The journey from central Canberra to CBR takes around 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Searching for a hotel close to CBR? If you're boarding an early flight from Canberra Airport to Colombo, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:

  • 72.61% of flights that take off from Canberra Airport make it to their destination on schedule.

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

  • RM2,877 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Canberra Airport to Colombo flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is RM2,808. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.

  • Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from CBR to Colombo if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.

  • The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Canberra Airport to Colombo across every month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.

  • Snapping up a cheap flight from CBR to Colombo couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic notifications and we'll let you know when a lower fare pops up.

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

Airports in Colombo

Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)

  • The distance from Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) to central Colombo is roughly 16 kilometres. It'll take you around 40 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • It takes around 1 hour 15 minutes to get there using public transport.

  • The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Canberra Airport to Colombo. Book one of these accommodation options near RML instead:

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is around 32 kilometres from central Colombo. Once you've hopped off your flight from Canberra Airport to Colombo, it'll take you around 40 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.

  • You can expect the trip to take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.

  • After stepping off your CBR to Colombo flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to CMB. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:

  • Forget about public transport schedules or waiting in a long cab line. Pick up a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Compare rates and availability from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion and Sixt.

  • Call dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from CMB two weeks in advance often means more savings and a greater selection of vehicles.

Best time to go to Colombo

  • Carefully consider your travel dates before booking your flight from Canberra Airport to Colombo. The city comes alive in high season, but prices are often higher and top attractions can be crowded. Go to Colombo in low season if you prefer a more relaxed vibe.

  • The warmest month in Colombo is March, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your Canberra Airport to Colombo flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.

  • Look for cheap tickets from CBR to Colombo in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) on average.

More about Colombo

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Colombo right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from Canberra Airport to Colombo:

  • There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall, Gangaramaya Temple and Viharamahadevi Park are top sights which should feature on any good Colombo itinerary.

Explore more of Sri Lanka

  • You've visited Colombo, now it's time to explore more of Sri Lanka. Travel about 306 kilometres north to Jaffna to tick off its top sights. From Jaffna Fort to Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • If you're interested in discovering another side of Sri Lanka, consider Trincomalee, roughly 241 kilometres north-east of Colombo. Koneswaram Temple, Fort Frederick and Marble Beach are key reasons to visit.

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