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Flight deals from Adelaide to Colombo

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Adelaide to Colombo? Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.
Colombo.C$402 per passenger.Departing Mon., Jul. 20.One-way flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Adelaide on Mon., Jul. 20, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$402, select.
Colombo.C$414 per passenger.Departing Tue., Nov. 10.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Adelaide on Tue., Nov. 10, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$414, select.
Colombo.C$423 per passenger.Departing Mon., May 11.One-way flight with Indonesia AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Indonesia AirAsia, departs from Adelaide on Mon., May 11, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$423, select.
Colombo.C$434 per passenger.Departing Sat., Mar. 28.One-way flight with Indonesia AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Indonesia AirAsia, departs from Adelaide on Sat., Mar. 28, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$434, select.
Colombo.C$436 per passenger.Departing Fri., Apr. 24.One-way flight with Indonesia AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Indonesia AirAsia, departs from Adelaide on Fri., Apr. 24, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$436, select.
Colombo.C$437 per passenger.Departing Sat., Feb. 28.One-way flight with Indonesia AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Indonesia AirAsia, departs from Adelaide on Sat., Feb. 28, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$437, select.
Colombo.C$447 per passenger.Departing Sat., Sep. 5.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Adelaide on Sat., Sep. 5, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$447, select.
Colombo.C$457 per passenger.Departing Tue., Oct. 20.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Adelaide on Tue., Oct. 20, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$457, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Adelaide to Colombo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Adelaide to Colombo flights are currently cheapest in July.
Feb.
from C$437
Mar.
from C$434
Apr.
from C$436
May
from C$423
Jun.
from C$641
Jul.
from C$402
Aug.
from C$474
Sep.
from C$447
Oct.
from C$457
Nov.
from C$414
Dec.
from C$552
Jan.
from C$904

Alternative Adelaide to Colombo routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Adelaide 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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Bentota River

52km from central Colombo
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Katugastota

72km from central Colombo
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Adelaide to Colombo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$402
Cheapest month to flyJuly

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Finding cheap flights from Adelaide 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 Adelaide to Colombo is C$801. 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 Adelaide to Colombo. But we found flights with one or more stops from C$801.
As of February 2026, there are no flights flying from Adelaide to Colombo.
The cheapest month to fly from Adelaide to Colombo is usually March.
If you're flying from Adelaide 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 C$801.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Adelaide Airport to Colombo on Wednesday, March 11, 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Adelaide 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, Cathay Pacific offers the cheapest flight tickets to Colombo.

Travelling from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Colombo: what you need to know

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

  • Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from ADL to Colombo. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months such as July, it's wise to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.

  • Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even explore another city. When browsing flights from ADL to Colombo, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:

    • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

    • Changi International Airport (SIN)

    • Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)

  • If you have a passport from Australia, you will need an e-visa to enter Sri Lanka. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Adelaide Airport to Colombo for tourism purposes. The rules may be different if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always consult official visa guidelines ahead of booking and certainly before flying.

  • Located around 8 kilometres from central Adelaide, ADL can be reached in approximately 17 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 49 minutes.

  • Have an early flight from Adelaide Airport to Colombo? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to ADL:

How to find the cheapest flights from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Colombo

  • C$402 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Adelaide Airport to Colombo. A return flight starts at C$801. These fares may change based on demand and availability.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from ADL to Colombo, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first made available.

  • If you're flexible with your travel dates, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when looking for a ticket from Adelaide Airport to Colombo.

  • Create a Price Alert for cheap tickets from ADL to Colombo. There's no need to check back in every day to see whether prices have dropped. We'll tell you when the price changes.

  • Play around with the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Adelaide Airport to Colombo, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.

Airports in Colombo

Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)

  • Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) is around 16 kilometres from the centre of Colombo. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 39 minutes.

  • Travelling to the centre by public transport takes around 1 hour and 16 minutes.

  • Reserve a hotel near RML if you have a late flight from Adelaide Airport to Colombo. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is roughly 32 kilometres from central Colombo. Following your flight from Adelaide Airport to Colombo, it'll take you around 39 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.

  • You can expect the trip to take about 1 hour and 31 minutes on public transport.

  • Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel close to CMB. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from ADL to Colombo:

Best time to go to Colombo

  • Before you book your flights from Adelaide Airport to Colombo, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Colombo offers a vibrant atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the low season brings cheaper hotel rates and smaller crowds.

  • Before locking in your flight from Adelaide Airport to Colombo, think about the type of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Colombo, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC to 33ºC.

  • January sees average temperatures of between 22ºC and 32ºC. Look for cheap flights from ADL to Colombo sometime then if you like cooler conditions.

More about Colombo

  • Once you've booked your flight from Adelaide Airport to Colombo, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Colombo:

  • There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Gangaramaya Temple, Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall and Viharamahadevi Park are popular attractions which should be on any well-planned Colombo itinerary.

Complete your Colombo trip with a car rental

  • We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Adelaide Airport to Colombo to track down awesome deals on car rentals. Search for your ride in seconds and easily compare your options. Plus we give you all the info you need to know about car rentals in Colombo, from the most popular rental company to the average daily price.

Plan the rest of your trip from Adelaide to Colombo

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