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C$537 Cheap Flights from Darwin (DRW) to Colombo Bandaranayake (CMB)

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Flight deals from Darwin to Colombo Bandaranayake

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Darwin Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from C$1,071. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Colombo.C$537 per passenger.Departing Mon., Jul. 27.One-way flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Darwin on Mon., Jul. 27, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$537, select.
Colombo.C$595 per passenger.Departing Mon., Nov. 9.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Darwin on Mon., Nov. 9, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$595, select.
Colombo.C$649 per passenger.Departing Thu., Aug. 20.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Darwin on Thu., Aug. 20, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$649, select.
Colombo.C$711 per passenger.Departing Tue., Sep. 1.One-way flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Darwin on Tue., Sep. 1, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$711, select.
Colombo.C$759 per passenger.Departing Thu., Oct. 8.One-way flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Darwin on Thu., Oct. 8, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$759, select.
Colombo.C$764 per passenger.Departing Sat., Jan. 9.One-way flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Darwin on Sat., Jan. 9, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$764, select.
Colombo.C$772 per passenger.Departing Tue., Feb. 2.One-way flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Darwin on Tue., Feb. 2, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$772, select.
Colombo.C$894 per passenger.Departing Sun., Apr. 25.One-way flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Darwin on Sun., Apr. 25, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$894, select.
Colombo.C$1,060 per passenger.Departing Sat., Dec. 5.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Darwin on Sat., Dec. 5, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,060, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Darwin to Colombo Bandaranayake

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Darwin to Colombo Bandaranayake flights are currently cheapest in July.
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from C$537
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from C$649
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from C$711
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from C$759
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from C$595
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from C$1,060
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from C$764
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from C$772
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Darwin to Colombo Bandaranayake: Alternative routes

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Darwin to Colombo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
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Cheapest month to flyJuly

Finding cheap flights from Darwin to Colombo Bandaranayake: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Darwin to Colombo Bandaranayake is C$868. 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 Darwin to Colombo Bandaranayake. But we found flights with one or more stops from C$868.
As of July 2026, there are no flights flying from Darwin to Colombo Bandaranayake.
The cheapest month to fly from Darwin to Colombo Bandaranayake is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Darwin Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport on Thursday, October 1, 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Darwin Airport and Colombo Bandaranayake 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 Colombo Bandaranayake 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.

Currently, Singapore Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Colombo Bandaranayake.

Traveling from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB): what you need to know

  • During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.

  • If you want a stopover for your flight from Darwin International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' and explore your options. Here are the top stopovers between DRW and CMB:

    • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport

    • Changi International Airport

    • Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport

  • To find out if you need a visa to enter Sri Lanka, check with your airline and the local embassy or consulate. They'll provide you with the most up-to-date details, including additional documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from DRW to CMB.

How to find the cheapest flights from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Darwin International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport is C$537. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$868. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.

  • Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap flight tickets from DRW to CMB if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.

  • If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price across the month when looking for your ticket from Darwin International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport.

  • Create a Price Alert for cheap flight tickets from DRW to CMB. You don't need to check back in every day to see whether prices have fallen. We'll let you know when there's a change in price.

  • Use filters to tailor your flights from Darwin International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport. Simply select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.

Handy information about Darwin International Airport (DRW)

  • Located around 13 kilometres from central Darwin, Darwin International Airport can be reached in approximately 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 12 minutes.

  • Want a handy hotel close to DRW? If you've booked an early flight from Darwin International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

Getting from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to central Colombo

  • Bandaranaike International Airport to the center of Colombo takes about 39 minutes by car. It's approximately 32 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.

  • If you're traveling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour and 31 minutes.

When to fly to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • August is the busiest month for flights from Darwin International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Colombo in April.

  • Book your flight from Darwin International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport for March if you want to explore Colombo during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 33ºC.

  • January sees average temperatures of between 22ºC and 32ºC. Search for cheap flight tickets from DRW to CMB sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.

More about Colombo

  • Start your Colombo trip right by finding a great stay. Once you've booked your flight from DRW to CMB, have a look at our range of hotel options including:

  • There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Gangaramaya Temple, Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall and Viharamahadevi Park are major attractions which should be on every Colombo itinerary.

Complete your Colombo trip with hotels and a car rental

  • We've got more party tricks than just comparing flights. Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Bandaranaike International Airport, explore our car rental deals that'll give you the flexibility and freedom to see the sights at your own pace. Then, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your ideal Colombo stay.

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