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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Cairns Airport to Colombo? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from $902. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

Colombo.$742 per passenger.Departing Wed, Aug 26, returning Sun, Sep 6.Round-trip flight with Jetstar and AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departing from Cairns on Wed, Aug 26, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departing from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sun, Sep 6, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From $742, select.

Colombo.$811 per passenger.Departing Mon, Nov 2, returning Mon, Nov 16.Round-trip flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departing from Cairns on Mon, Nov 2, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departing from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, Nov 16, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From $811, select.

Colombo.$812 per passenger.Departing Mon, Oct 19, returning Mon, Nov 2.Round-trip flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departing from Cairns on Mon, Oct 19, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departing from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, Nov 2, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From $812, select.

Colombo.$812 per passenger.Departing Tue, Jul 21, returning Tue, Aug 11.Round-trip flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departing from Cairns on Tue, Jul 21, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departing from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, Aug 11, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From $812, select.

Colombo.$812 per passenger.Departing Sun, Nov 8, returning Sat, Dec 5.Round-trip flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departing from Cairns on Sun, Nov 8, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departing from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sat, Dec 5, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From $812, select.

Colombo.$812 per passenger.Departing Mon, Oct 5, returning Mon, Oct 26.Round-trip flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departing from Cairns on Mon, Oct 5, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departing from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, Oct 26, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From $812, select.

Colombo.$812 per passenger.Departing Mon, Jul 13, returning Mon, Jul 27.Round-trip flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departing from Cairns on Mon, Jul 13, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departing from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, Jul 27, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From $812, select.

Colombo.$812 per passenger.Departing Tue, Sep 8, returning Tue, Sep 22.Round-trip flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departing from Cairns on Tue, Sep 8, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departing from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, Sep 22, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From $812, select.

Colombo.$840 per passenger.Departing Sun, Feb 14, returning Wed, Feb 17.Round-trip flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departing from Cairns on Sun, Feb 14, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departing from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, Feb 17, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From $840, select.

Colombo.$840 per passenger.Departing Tue, Aug 4, returning Mon, Aug 17.Round-trip flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departing from Cairns on Tue, Aug 4, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departing from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, Aug 17, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From $840, select.

Colombo.$902 per passenger.Departing Wed, May 20, returning Sun, May 31.Round-trip flight with Jetstar and AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departing from Cairns on Wed, May 20, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departing from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sun, May 31, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From $902, select.

Colombo.$917 per passenger.Departing Wed, Mar 17, returning Wed, Mar 31.Round-trip flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departing from Cairns on Wed, Mar 17, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departing from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, Mar 31, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From $917, select.

Colombo.$931 per passenger.Departing Mon, Jun 8, returning Thu, Jun 18.Round-trip flight with Virgin Australia and FitsAir.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departing from Cairns on Mon, Jun 8, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with FitsAir, departing from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, Jun 18, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From $931, select.

Colombo.$938 per passenger.Departing Wed, Feb 24, returning Wed, Mar 3.Round-trip flight with Virgin Australia and AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departing from Cairns on Wed, Feb 24, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departing from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, Mar 3, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From $938, select.

Colombo.$942 per passenger.Departing Mon, Sep 21, returning Sun, Oct 4.Round-trip flight with Jetstar and AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departing from Cairns on Mon, Sep 21, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departing from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sun, Oct 4, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From $942, select.

Colombo.$1,053 per passenger.Departing Mon, May 18, returning Thu, Jun 4.Round-trip flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departing from Cairns on Mon, May 18, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departing from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, Jun 4, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,053, select.

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Cairns to Colombo: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	$742
Cheapest month to fly	August

Finding cheap flights from Cairns to Colombo: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in Colombo?

There are 5 airports in Colombo: Kelaniya, Colombo Ratmalana, Colombo Bandaranayake, Bentota River, and Katugastota.

How much are round-trip flights from Cairns to Colombo?

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Cairns to Colombo is $742. 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.

Which airlines fly direct from Cairns to Colombo?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Cairns to Colombo. But we found flights with one or more stops from $742.

How many flights are there a week from Cairns to Colombo?

There are no flights flying from Cairns to Colombo, as of April 2026.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cairns to Colombo?

The cheapest month to fly from Cairns to Colombo is usually August.

What's the cheapest airport to fly to in Colombo?

If you're flying from Cairns Airport, the cheapest airport near Colombo is Colombo Bandaranayake – which is 27.5 km away from the center of Colombo. We've found flights to this airport from $742.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Cairns Airport to Colombo on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cairns Airport to Colombo on Wednesday, August 26, 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Cairns Airport to Colombo?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between Cairns Airport and Colombo. Most routes have one or more stops.

How can I get the best flight deal from Cairns Airport to Colombo?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to Colombo?

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.

What’s the weather like in Colombo?

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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly with from Cairns Airport to Colombo?

Currently, Jetstar offers the cheapest flight tickets to Colombo.

Traveling from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Colombo: what you need to know

The timezone in Colombo is UTC+5:30. The city is four hours 30 minutes behind Cairns, where Cairns Airport is located.
To avoid rushing for your CNS to Colombo flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from traveling and possibly even tick off a new city. When searching for plane tickets from CNS to Colombo, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
- Changi International Airport (SIN)
- Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
- Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Traveling from central Cairns to CNS takes about 1 hour 25 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 5 kilometers in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near CNS. Whether you're catching an early flight from Cairns Airport to Colombo or just don't like being rushed, these hotels put convenience first:
71.55% of flights leaving from Cairns Airport reach their destination on time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Colombo

$352 is currently the best price for a one-way Cairns Airport to Colombo flight. A return flight ticket starts from $742. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from CNS to Colombo. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when looking for a Cairns Airport to Colombo ticket.
Save time looking for cheap flights from CNS to Colombo by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Cairns Airport to Colombo by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'

Airports in Colombo

Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)

The distance from Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) to central Colombo is roughly 16 kilometers. It'll take you around 40 minutes to reach the center driving.
It typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes if you're traveling by public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Cairns Airport to Colombo, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near RML:

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

Central Colombo is around 32 kilometers from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB). After your flight from Cairns Airport to Colombo has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 40 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city center in 1 hour 30 minutes or so.
You'll find some comfortable places to call home for the night near CMB. Settle in and get cozy after your CNS to Colombo flight at any of these perfectly located options:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion or Sixt and make a speedy getaway.
Get the pick of the lot. Reserving your ride from CMB two weeks ahead of time often means more savings and a greater range of vehicles.

Best time to go to Colombo

Before you book your flights from Cairns Airport to Colombo, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Colombo offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the off-season means you'll get cheaper hotel deals and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Colombo is March, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your Cairns Airport to Colombo flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CNS to Colombo in January when temperatures average between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).

More about Colombo

After booking your flight from Cairns Airport to Colombo, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Colombo:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall, Gangaramaya Temple and Viharamahadevi Park are highlights which should be on every Colombo itinerary.

Explore more of Sri Lanka

Jaffna is just one of the many cities in Sri Lanka waiting to be explored once you've seen Colombo. Around 306 kilometers away to the north, its top attractions include Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library.
Trincomalee is another sought-after destination in Sri Lanka and is around 241 kilometers north-east of Colombo. No trip is complete without a visit to Koneswaram Temple, Fort Frederick and Marble Beach.