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Cheap Flights from Colombo (CMBA) to Canberra (CBR)

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      Canberra.$1,255 per passenger.Departing Tue, 26 Aug, returning Tue, 2 Sep.Return flight with IndiGo and Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 26 Aug, arriving in Canberra.Inbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Canberra on Tue, 2 Sep, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,255, select.
      Canberra.$1,268 per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Oct, returning Sun, 23 Nov.Return flight with AirAsia and Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, 15 Oct, arriving in Canberra.Inbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Canberra on Sun, 23 Nov, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,268, select.
      Canberra.$1,469 per passenger.Departing Mon, 3 Nov, returning Fri, 16 Jan.Return flight with AirAsia and Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 3 Nov, arriving in Canberra.Inbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Canberra on Fri, 16 Jan, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,469, select.
      Canberra.$2,219 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Sep, returning Thu, 5 Feb.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, 17 Sep, arriving in Canberra.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Canberra on Thu, 5 Feb, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,219, select.
      Canberra.$2,610 per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Sep, returning Mon, 15 Sep.Return flight with Singapore Airlines and Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 8 Sep, arriving in Canberra.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Canberra on Mon, 15 Sep, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,610, select.
      Canberra.$3,006 per passenger.Departing Fri, 3 Oct, returning Fri, 10 Oct.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Fri, 3 Oct, arriving in Canberra.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Canberra on Fri, 10 Oct, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $3,006, select.
      Canberra.$3,502 per passenger.Departing Sat, 23 Aug, returning Sat, 30 Aug.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sat, 23 Aug, arriving in Canberra.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Canberra on Sat, 30 Aug, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $3,502, select.

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      Colombo to Canberra: Alternative routes

      Compare routes from Colombo to Canberra below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Canberra.

      Colombo to Canberra: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight found$1,255
      Cheapest month to flyAugust

      Finding cheap flights from Colombo to Canberra: Frequently asked questions

      The best price we found for a return flight from Colombo to Canberra is $1,255. 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 Colombo to Canberra. But we found flights with one stop from $1,255.
      As of August 2025, there are no flights flying from Colombo to Canberra.
      The cheapest month to fly from Colombo to Canberra is usually August.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Colombo to Canberra Airport on Tuesday, 26 August 2025.
      No airlines currently offer direct flights between Colombo and Canberra Airport. 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 Canberra 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 Canberra is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
      The cheapest airline that flies to Canberra is IndiGo .

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

      • Colombo's main base, Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), is where plenty of awesome adventures begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Colombo to Canberra Airport (CBR).

      • Canberra is five hours 30 minutes ahead of Colombo. Canberra Airport is located in Canberra, which is in the UTC+11 timezone.

      • Leave enough time to make your flight from Colombo to CBR. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

      • Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself some extra wiggle room. The recommendation for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.

      Airports in Colombo

      Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)

      • RML is about 16 kilometres from central Colombo. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 15 minutes.

      • Planning to catch an early flight from Colombo to Canberra Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by picking one of these stays near Colombo Ratmalana Airport:

      Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

      • Break up your flight from Colombo to Canberra Airport with a stop at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD). A major stopover between Bandaranaike International Airport and CBR, it's a good opportunity to unwind before the next leg of your journey.

      • Using public transport, you can travel from central Colombo to CMB in about 1 hour 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 32 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 40 minutes.

      • Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Colombo to CBR flight? Relax in a hotel near Bandaranaike International Airport before your break officially begins. These stays are expecting you:

      • Bandaranaike International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 75.71%. This figure reflects how often flights departing from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.

      About Canberra Airport (CBR)

      • Have a late flight from Colombo to Canberra Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Check in to one of these hotels near CBR and get cosy, quick:

      • Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Canberra Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Europcar, Sixt or Alamo and discover more of Canberra and beyond.

      • To get the lowest price, book your ride around one week in advance of your Colombo to Canberra Airport flight.

      Getting from Canberra Airport (CBR) to central Canberra

      • Canberra Airport to the centre of Canberra is roughly 6 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, plan ahead to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times vary based on the time of day and traffic conditions.

      • Travelling on public transport takes around 1 hour 5 minutes.

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

      • $689 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Colombo to Canberra Airport. A return flight starts from $1,255. These prices can change depending on demand.

      • To find cheap flights from Colombo to CBR, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.

      • If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when searching for your Colombo to Canberra Airport ticket.

      • Locking in a cheap flight ticket from Colombo to CBR is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when prices go down.

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

      The best time to fly from Colombo to Canberra Airport (CBR)

      • It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Colombo to Canberra Airport (CBR). July is when most people travel to Canberra. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, think about going in April.

      • When booking your Colombo to CBR flight ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Canberra, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).

      • Look for cheap tickets from Colombo to Canberra Airport in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF).

      More about Canberra

      • After booking your flight from Colombo to Canberra Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Canberra:

      • There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be tricky to know where to begin. Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and National Portrait Gallery are major attractions which should feature on any good Canberra itinerary.

      Explore more of Australia

      • Canberra will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Australia waiting to be explored. About 241 kilometres north-east of Canberra, a trip to Sydney will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Sydney Harbour, Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Harbour.

      • If you're ready to explore another side of Australia, consider Wollongong, roughly 177 kilometres north-east of Canberra. Wollongong Beach, Pulpit Rock and Brighton Beach are the start of reasons to visit.

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