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Quick Flight Summary from Sydney to Colombo

Key numbers to know before you book

  • Lowest recent price
    1,606 SAR
  • Direct flight duration 16 hour 40 min
  • Arrival airports CMB / RML
  • Best days to book Thursday, Sunday
  • Average over the last 30 days
    1,785 SAR

Cheapest flights from Sydney to Colombo

Shortest Flight

Jetstar

Jetstar
1 Oct, Thu
Sydney – Colombo
15h 20m
1 stop
SYDCMB

Air India

Air India
18 Oct, Sun
Sydney – Colombo
1d 11h 55m
1 stop
SYDCMB

Last update: 11 September 2026 13:13

Estimated Prices for Sydney to Colombo Flights

Cheapest Day16 October Friday
Best Price
1,182 SAR
Average Price
1,466 SAR
1,849 SAR
1,182 SAR
1,560 SAR
19Sat
Sep
20Sun
1,344 SAR
21Mon
22Tue
23Wed
24Thu
1,849 SAR
25Fri
26Sat
27Sun
28Mon
1,633 SAR
29Tue
30Wed
01Thu
Oct
02Fri
1,528 SAR
03Sat
1,360 SAR
04Sun
05Mon
06Tue
07Wed
08Thu
09Fri
10Sat
11Sun
12Mon
1,276 SAR
13Tue
14Wed
15Thu
1,182 SAR
16Fri
17Sat
18Sun

Key Features of the Airlines

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Transportation to Airport from Sydney City Center

Sydney Kingsford Smith - Mascot - Kingsford Smith - Sydney Airport

Air travel to the city of Sydney, the most populated city in Australia, is served by the Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, also known as Kingsford Smith Airport or Sydney Airport. Sydney Airport is a major international airport located 8 km from the city center. Sydney Airport is accessible by a variety of transportation alternatives by both road and rail including taxis, buses, trains, rental cars, and bikes. The airport also features short-term and long-term parking options for those who want to drive their personal car.

Taxi

Taxis are the fastest and most comfortable transportation alternative to get to Sydney Airport. Taxis are easily accessible everywhere in the city; you can also have your hotel help arrange a taxi for you. Since Sydney Airport is located in such close proximity to the city center, only 8 km away, taxis are a great alternative in terms of speed and price.

Bus

Another transportation alternative to get to Sydney Airport from the city center is by bus. Buses are accessible everywhere in the city and provide cheap and quick transportation to the airport. Buses are a more affordable option compared to taxis and are still a fast alternative due to the airports close proximity to the city.

Train

Trains are accessible from every part of the city and provide direct transportation to both the domestic terminal and the international terminal. The train ride from the city center to Sydney Airport takes about 13 minutes. Trains are an affordable and quick transportation alternative to get to Sydney Airport from the city center. These trains also operate regional routes, which is a great transportation alternative to explore other parts of the country.

Bike

Traveling by bicycle is one of the oldest and one of the greenest methods of transportation. The use of bicycles continues to increase as a means of protecting the environment. Sydney Airport is an airport that places great importance on the environmentally friendly and positive impact that cycling has. You can follow designated bike paths to the airport and utilize the airport’s bicycle racks and parking areas.

Rental Car

Renting a car is another comfortable transportation alternative to get to Sydney Airport from the city center. Renting a car is also a great way to get around in the city during your trip. There are various rental car companies located in the city center that you can choose from.  

Airport Information

Kingsford Smith Airport, also known as Sydney Airport, is a major international airport in Sydney, the most populated city in Australia. Sydney Airport is located 8 km from the city center and operates both domestic and international flights.

Sydney Airport operates domestic and international air travel out of 3 passenger terminals. The airport is highly developed and equipped with a variety of services and amenities to meet passengers’ pre-flight and post-flight needs. Basic services offered at Sydney Airport include a lost and found, lounges, medical services, ATMs, Wi-Fi, postal services, currency exchange services, duty free stores, restaurants, cafes, bars, and shops.

Venues where you can go shopping include Heinemann, Amuse, Australian Way, Bijoux, Carry On, Coach Leatherware, Blue Illusion, Burberry, Country Road, David Lawrence, Desigual, Edge, Emporio Armani, Guess, Mimco, Marcs, French Connection, Oxford, Seed, Pandora, Oroton, Rip Curl, Rolling Luggage, Sportscraft, Sunglass Hut, Swarovski, Victoria’s Secret, Witchery and more.

Restaurants, cafes, and bars where you can get a bite to eat or something to drink include places like Eagle Boys, Hungry Jack’s, Hinata, Italian Bite, Mc Donald’s, Pie Face, Gloria Jeans, The Hangar, Boost, Nando’s, Misterbianco, Sea Food, Tap House, Sumo Salad, Rolld, Terrace, Venuto, Toby’s Estate, Viaggio, and Bistro Bar.

Transportation to Colombo City Center from Airport

Bandaranaike Intl. Airport

Sri Lanka's capital city, Colombo, located on the southern part of Asia, is known for its Colombo Harbor, which is frequented by many merchant ships. The rivers and canals in the city add a different beauty and naturalness to the city. Sri Lanka is starting to become a tourist center as a result of the renovated and newly opened buildings thanks to the urban transformation that started in the city.

Transportation in Colombo is provided by many different transportation means. The sympathetic three-wheeled vehicles, special to the city, known tuk-tuk serve at short distances. Other transport options include buses, trains and taxis as well as ferries linking India and the city. Bandaranayike Airport connects Colombo with all the cities in the world.

There are buses that travel at certain intervals during the day from Bandaranayike Airport to the city center. Taxis carry passengers to the city center on a busy pace all day.  

Taxi

Taxis are very popular as transportation facilities at the airport are limited and buses, which do not work at night, have long intervals. You need to clearly tell the route you want to go to the driver of the taxi, which you can easily take at the airport exit.

Bus

There is an express route between the city of Colombo and the airport, which can only be used by buses. Thanks to this special road, bus number 187-E3 can reach the city center in half an hour. In order to take the buses in front of the terminal building you need to buy tickets in advance.

Colombo Weather

5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature

Today
Saturday
19 Sep
Rain
28°25°
Sunday
20 Sep
Rain
27°25°
Monday
21 Sep
Rain
28°24°
Tuesday
22 Sep
Rain
28°25°
Wednesday
23 Sep
Rain
27°26°

Frequently Asked Questions

When you search for Sydney-Colombo flights, Wingie directly gathers and compares instant data from all airlines. You can see all Sydney-Colombo flights together for the date you are looking for and choose the most suitable flight.
For Sydney-Colombo flights, you can use Sydney Kingsford Smith - Mascot - Kingsford Smith - Sydney Airport as departure airport, and Bandaranaike Intl. Airport, Ratmalana Airport for arrival.
The flight distance between Sydney-Colombo is 8747 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 10 hour 50 minutes.
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Sydney-Colombo flights is Friday.
On this route, low-cost airlines typically offer fares that include only cabin and hand baggage. Full-service airlines may include baggage and refreshment fees in the base price. The best option varies according to baggage needs. Based on current data, the lowest fare on this route with Airasia X starts from approximately 1,182 SAR.
AirlinePriceStandard inclusions
Batik Air Malaysia
1,344 SAR
1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage / Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / No Refund
Singapore Airlines
1,276 SAR
1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece X 25 kg checked baggage
Airasia X
1,182 SAR
China Eastern Airlines
1,398 SAR
2 pieces X 23 kg checked baggage / Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / Partial Refund (up to 48 hours)
Qatar Airways
3,056 SAR
1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece X 30 kg checked baggage / Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / Partial Refund (up to 48 hours) / Complimentary Refreshments

Last update: 10.09.2026

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