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Colombo Brisbane
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Sun, 19 May CMB - BNE
Tue, 21 May BNE - CMB
£509
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Colombo Brisbane
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Sun, 05 May CMB - BNE
£259 £254
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Route information

Currency exchange rates and cost of life

Train Local, one-way ticket
1638% Trains are 1638% more expensive in Brisbane than in Colombo.
Colombo £0.13
Brisbane £2.26
Meal Mid-priced restaurant
328% The average meal is 328% more expensive in Brisbane than in Colombo.
Colombo £2.68
Brisbane £11.47
Exchange rate
1 GBP = 1.92 AUD
1 AUD = 0.53 GBP
Last checked on 06 May 2024
Distance: 5420 miles
Colombo airports
Katunayake International (CMB) How far from city centre: 17 miles
Ratmalana (RML) How far from city centre: 17 miles
Beira Lake (BYV) How far from city centre: 1 miles
Brisbane airports
Brisbane Airport (BNE) How far from city centre: 13 miles

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If you are planning to visit Brisbane from Colombo, here you'll find all the necessary information to book your flights. We'll help you address any possible doubts you may have about this route.

About your departure and destination airports

If you are looking to travel from Sri Lanka to Australia, Colombo - Brisbane is one of the most popular routes.

In the originAirport Airport CMB, where you'll find a range of facilities and services to kickstart your trip. From efficient check-in counters to relaxing lounges, originAirport Airport ensures a seamless departure experience, setting the stage for a smooth journey ahead.

Upon touchdown at destinationAirport Airport BNE airport, you are welcomed by the modern amenities and convenient services offered at this bustling hub. As you step off the plane, you'll find yourself well-equipped to explore the wonders of one of the top destinations in Australia.

The flight duration is approximately 26 h and 25 m, covering a distance of about 8729 between the two cities.

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Airline(s) serving your route

From well-known carriers to low-cost options, eDreams enables you to select the airline that best suits your preferences.

Airline(s) catering to your route from Colombo CMB to Brisbane BNE: Qantas Airways, Srilankan Airlines.

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Frequently asked questions about flights from Colombo to Brisbane

What are the benefits of booking flexible flight tickets?
Using the flexible flight ticket, you're guaranteed a refund or a rebooking option (without fees) in case of flight cancellations when travelling to Australia. At eDreams have you covered!
If I want to book flights from Colombo to Brisbane at eDreams, how can I find them?
Using our flight search engine, you can find flights from £254 for the route Colombo - Brisbane. At eDreams, we always aim at providing our customers with the cheapest option, allowing you to adjust according to stopovers, airports, dates and many other filters.
Is Brisbane more expensive than Colombo to visit?
Comparing taxi prices, a ride in Brisbane costs an average of 1.82 GBP pounds, 469% more expensive than Colombo, with a fare of 0.32 GBP pounds, while train tickets cost 1638% more in Brisbane: 2.26 GBP pounds against 0.13 GBP pounds in Colombo. Comparing the price of a meal, they range from 11.47 GBP euros in Brisbane, 328% more than the 2.68 GBP euros in Colombo. The price of a coffee is approximately 43% more expensive in Brisbane, with an average of 2.76 GBP euros, while in Colombo the coffee costs 1.93 GBP.
What would be the best time to book a flight from Colombo to Brisbane?
The most popular months to book from Colombo to Brisbane are July, September and June.
When would be the best time to travel from Colombo to Brisbane?
The best time of the year to visit Brisbane from Colombo really depends on lots of personal preferences, especially the price. Regarding popularity, August is the best month to fly to  Brisbane from Colombo in terms of searches from our customers, followed by January and July. If you would rather avoid the busy season and get away from the crowds November, October and February are the months with fewer searches for Colombo -  Brisbane.
What is the duration of a flight from Colombo to Brisbane?
Flight duration from Colombo to Brisbane is around 11:50 hours on average, at an average distance of 8,889 km, for flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
What is the weather like in Brisbane compared to Colombo?
The average temperature in Colombo is 34.0 degrees in summer, with precipitation around 3.0 mm ,Brisbane's temperatures reach 34.68 during the hot season, with 12.0 average of rain rate . In winter, however, weather indicators show around 3.1 degrees in Brisbane, compared to the 20.54 average degrees reported in Colombo. During the winter period, Colombo can register 6.0 mm precipitation, while Brisbane have an average of 6.0 mm rain level.
The airlines that fly indirectly from Colombo to Brisbane are:
The airlines that fly indirectly from Colombo to Brisbane are:
  • Qantas Airways, stopping in Singapore for 80 minutes at least.
  • Srilankan Airlines, with 95 minutes stop in Singapore.
Flight Time 11 h and 50 m Flights from Colombo and Brisbane last around 11 h and 50 m, although this flight time may also depend on other factors.
Cheapest flight £254 The cheapest price available for flights from Colombo to Brisbane that have been booked by our customers in the last 72 hours
Peak season August According to search data from our customers, August is the busiest time to fly from Colombo to Brisbane
Airlines that fly this route Qantas Airways, Srilankan Airlines Airline(s) that fly fromColombo to Brisbane

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