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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Adelaide Airport to Colombo? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £580. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Colombo.£236 per passenger.Departing Thu, 22 Oct.One-way flight with Malaysia Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Adelaide on Thu, 22 Oct, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From £236, select.
Colombo.£237 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Sep.One-way flight with Malaysia Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Adelaide on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From £237, select.
Colombo.£237 per passenger.Departing Thu, 27 Aug.One-way flight with Malaysia Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Adelaide on Thu, 27 Aug, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From £237, select.
Colombo.£238 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Feb.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Adelaide on Tue, 9 Feb, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From £238, select.
Colombo.£238 per passenger.Departing Tue, 19 Jan.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Adelaide on Tue, 19 Jan, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From £238, select.
Colombo.£249 per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Nov.One-way flight with Malaysia Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Adelaide on Thu, 26 Nov, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From £249, select.
Colombo.£253 per passenger.Departing Sat, 9 May.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Adelaide on Sat, 9 May, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From £253, select.
Colombo.£265 per passenger.Departing Sat, 25 Jul.One-way flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Adelaide on Sat, 25 Jul, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From £265, select.
Colombo.£319 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Mar.One-way flight with Malaysia Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Adelaide on Wed, 3 Mar, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From £319, select.
Colombo.£321 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Apr.One-way flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Adelaide on Tue, 28 Apr, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From £321, select.
Colombo.£327 per passenger.Departing Sun, 14 Jun.One-way flight with Malaysia Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Adelaide on Sun, 14 Jun, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From £327, select.
Colombo.£362 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Dec.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Adelaide on Thu, 3 Dec, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From £362, 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 October.
Apr
from £321
May
from £253
Jun
from £327
Jul
from £265
Aug
from £237
Sep
from £237
Oct
from £236
Nov
from £249
Dec
from £362
Jan
from £238
Feb
from £238
Mar
from £319

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

6 miles from central Colombo
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Colombo Ratmalana

8 miles from central Colombo
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Colombo Bandaranayake

17 miles from central Colombo
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from £236
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Bentota River

32 miles from central Colombo
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Katugastota

45 miles from central Colombo
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Adelaide to Colombo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£236
Cheapest month to flyOctober

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 £477. 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 £477.
As of April 2026, there are no flights flying from Adelaide to Colombo.
The cheapest month to fly from Adelaide to Colombo is usually August.
If you're flying from Adelaide Airport, the cheapest airport near Colombo is Colombo Bandaranayake – which is 17.1 miles away from the centre of Colombo. We've found flights into this airport from £477.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Adelaide Airport to Colombo on Wednesday, 5 August 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 April, the average temperature is usually around 28°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, Malaysia Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Colombo.

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

  • Colombo is five hours behind Adelaide, where Adelaide Airport is located. Colombo runs on the UTC+5:30 timezone.

  • To avoid missing your ADL to Colombo flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.

  • We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from ADL to Colombo with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:

    • Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)

    • Changi International Airport (SIN)

    • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

  • Located around 6 kms (4 miles) from central Adelaide, ADL can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 50 minutes.

  • Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near ADL. Whether you're taking an early flight from Adelaide Airport to Colombo or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels have you covered:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Adelaide Airport, 75.6% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.

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

  • The best price we've seen for a one-way Adelaide Airport to Colombo flight is £236. The cheapest price for a return flight is £477. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from ADL to Colombo if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.

  • Finding cheap tickets from Adelaide Airport to Colombo is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' function to access the best prices across each month and land an epic deal.

  • There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you when there's an even bigger deal on cheap flights from ADL to Colombo.

  • Snag an affordable flight from Adelaide Airport to Colombo with the help of our filters. Select your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Airports in Colombo

Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)

  • Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) to the centre of Colombo takes about 40 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 16 kms (10 miles) away.

  • If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.

  • The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Adelaide Airport to Colombo. Check in to one of these accommodation options near RML instead:

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is roughly 32 kms (20 miles) from the centre of Colombo. Once you've disembarked your flight from Adelaide Airport to Colombo, it'll take you around 40 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near CMB. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your ADL to Colombo flight:

  • Forget about public transport timetables or slow-moving cab lines. Grab a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Compare offers from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion and Sixt.

  • Score the best price by reserving your ride from CMB two weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a wider selection of vehicles.

Best time to go to Colombo

  • Visit Colombo during high season if you want a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices may be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Adelaide Airport to Colombo during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.

  • Before booking an Adelaide Airport to Colombo plane ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. March is the warmest month in Colombo, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 33ºC.

  • Search for cheap tickets from ADL to Colombo in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC and 32ºC on average.

More about Colombo

  • Start your Colombo trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Adelaide Airport to Colombo, browse our range of hotels including:

  • There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall, Gangaramaya Temple and Viharamahadevi Park are top attractions which should feature on every Colombo itinerary.

Explore more of Sri Lanka

  • Colombo has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Sri Lanka waiting to be explored. About 306 kms (190 miles) north of Colombo, a trip to Jaffna will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library.

  • Around 241 kms (150 miles) north-east of Colombo, Trincomalee is another favourite stop in Sri Lanka. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Koneswaram Temple, Fort Frederick and Marble Beach.

Plan the rest of your trip from Adelaide to Colombo

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