Flights from Brisbane (BNE) to Colombo (CMB)

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Cheapest Flights from Brisbane (BNE) to Colombo (CMB)

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Brisbane to Colombo Flight Information

Find the Cheapest Flights from Brisbane (BNE) to Colombo (CMB)

Work hard, travel harder! Wotif brings you the cheapest Brisbane to Colombo flights, making it possible to have a five star holiday without that five star price tag. Browse and compare our top BNE to CMB routes and airport options. So, go ahead and treat yourself, your sweetheart, or the kids to an unforgettable holiday this year.

to Information

Traveling From
Brisbane
Origin Airport
Origin Airport IATA Code
BNE
Traveling To
Bandaranaike Intl.
Destination Airport
Destination Airport IATA Code
CMB
Number of Airlines Serving
Average Flight Time
hours mins
Direct Flight Time
hours mins
Flight Price
NZ$1,133

Frequently asked questions

How long is the flight from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to CMB?
Be sure to take your in-flight survival kit when heading from Brisbane Airport to Colombo International Airport. With an average travel time of 15 hours and 32 minutes, this flight is not one to scoff at.
What airlines fly direct from Brisbane Airport to Colombo International Airport?
Unfortunately, you can't fly nonstop from BNE to CMB. However, SriLankan Airlines, Singapore Airlines and Qatar Airways offer flights with just one stopover.
What are the cheapest days to fly?
Here's an insider tip: Tuesday is typically the cheapest day to fly! Looking at flights booked on Wotif.co.nz in 2021, we found that flights departing on a Tuesday generally had the lowest average price. Wotif data also shows Wednesdays and Fridays generally have the highest average ticket prices according to our demand data.
What is the best day to buy a plane ticket?
Guess what? Saturday is actually the best day to score the cheapest plane tickets. Looking at flight demand on Wotif.co.nz in 2021, we found that flights purchased on Saturdays had the lowest airfares on average. Thursday, on the other hand, can be the most expensive day of the week to buy your airfare, with generally a higher than average ticket value.
What is the cheapest month to fly?
When comparing 2021 flight demand on Wotif.co.nz, September is one of the cheapest months to fly, when ticket prices are generally at their lowest. May is a close second for the cheapest time to fly. The months December and January are often the most expensive ones to travel, with higher than average ticket prices, so plan ahead and book early for your travel plans.
How far in advance can you book a flight?
Are you a super organised traveller? Even though not all airlines release their fares a year in advance, you can start researching your flights 12 months in advance for many carriers. It's good to book your international flights to popular destinations early, particularly in peak holiday periods. According to Wotif's 2021 travel trends, last minute planners can also bag a bargain with some of the cheapest fares appearing 1-2 weeks prior to travel.*According to flight demand on Wotif.co.nz from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change and may vary depending on selections made.
Address:
Colombo ,
Sri Lanka
IATA code:
CMB
Longitude:
79.886494
Latitude:
7.174112
Time zone:
Asia/Colombo
Address:
Brisbane QLD,
Australia
IATA code:
BNE
Longitude:
153.109058
Latitude:
-27.403031
Time zone:
Australia/Brisbane

Brisbane to Colombo Flight Deals from NZ$1,133

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For a huge choice of flights, simply enter your travel dates and hit search and we’ll hunt out fantastic deals on one-way, return and multi-city airfares to Colombo from Brisbane from 10 different airlines. If you click the ‘direct flights’ box, you see flights that’ll get you to Colombo in just hour(s) and mins, too.   

Snap up great deals on flights to Colombo from Brisbane 

Choose from flights a day on average, with prices starting at NZ$1,133 and rising to NZ$1,491 depending on the cabin class, travel dates, and airline carrier. And if you’re up for a last-minute getaway, you can get great deals on flights from Brisbane to Colombo today!  

Find cheap airfares to Colombo from Brisbane 

Here are our insider tips for bagging a flight bargain: 

  • Look for midweek flights and late night, early morning arrival and departure times
  • Check out other airports near Brisbane and Colombo
  • Avoid peak season (prices tend to be lower in November)
  • Be flexible with your travel dates and you can usually get cheaper options  

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Great places to stay after flight from Brisbane to Colombo

KYNROCK Airport Hotel

KYNROCK Airport Hotel

3 out of 5
CANADAFRIEND SHIP ROAD Seeduwa - Katunayake WP
Stay at this hotel in Seeduwa - Katunayake. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Negombo Beach and Supuwath Arana are located ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (159 reviews)
Clean rooms and friendly staff. Airport transfers were quick. Would definitely recommend if you are looking for a place to stay during long layovers.

Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025

KYNROCK Airport Hotel
Amora Lagoon

Amora Lagoon

3.5 out of 5
667/154 LIVER BROTHER Seeduwa - Katunayake WP
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seeduwa - Katunayake. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Negombo Beach and Supuwath ...
7.6/10 Good! (75 reviews)
Clean, spacious room, friendly staff

Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025

Amora Lagoon
Limeshine - Airport Transit Hotel

Limeshine - Airport Transit Hotel

4 out of 5
Samagi Mawatha, Katunayake Seeduwa - Katunayake WP
The price is NZ$80 per night from 18 Jan to 19 Jan
NZ$80
18 Jan - 19 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seeduwa - Katunayake. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Negombo Beach and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (67 reviews)
good location for transit, nice ambience, polite and friendly staff, spacious rooms with a superstore and ATM nearby. overall a great place to stay. We used the hotel taxi for our trips which was good at reasonable cost. The only issue we had was patchy wifi but I am sure staff would have sorted ...

Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026

Limeshine - Airport Transit Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

^Savings based on all package bookings made with Flight + Hotel on Wotif.co.nz from , as compared to the price of the same components booked separately. Savings will vary based on origin/destination, length of trip, stay dates and selected travel supplier(s). Savings not available on all packages.