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Flight deals from Colombo to Darwin Airport

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Colombo to Darwin Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £1,058. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Darwin.£625 per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Jun, returning Thu, 23 Jul.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, 18 Jun, arriving in Darwin.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Darwin on Thu, 23 Jul, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From £625, select.
Darwin.£856 per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 May, returning Mon, 11 May.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 4 May, arriving in Darwin.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Darwin on Mon, 11 May, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From £856, select.
Darwin.£899 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Jun, returning Wed, 30 Sep.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 1 Jun, arriving in Darwin.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Darwin on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From £899, select.
Darwin.£919 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Jul, returning Wed, 30 Sep.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, 1 Jul, arriving in Darwin.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Darwin on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From £919, select.
Darwin.£1,058 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Apr, returning Mon, 27 Apr.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, 1 Apr, arriving in Darwin.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Darwin on Mon, 27 Apr, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From £1,058, select.
Darwin.£1,237 per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Mar, returning Sat, 4 Apr.Return flight with SriLankan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with SriLankan Airlines, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 30 Mar, arriving in Darwin.Inbound indirect flight with SriLankan Airlines, departs from Darwin on Sat, 4 Apr, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From £1,237, select.
Darwin.£1,463 per passenger.Departing Fri, 24 Apr, returning Fri, 29 May.Return flight with Emirates and Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Fri, 24 Apr, arriving in Darwin.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Darwin on Fri, 29 May, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From £1,463, select.
Darwin.£1,496 per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 May, returning Sun, 1 Nov.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 4 May, arriving in Darwin.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Darwin on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From £1,496, select.

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Colombo to Darwin: Alternative routes

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Colombo to Darwin: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found£625
Cheapest month to flyJune

Finding cheap flights from Colombo to Darwin: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Colombo to Darwin is £625. 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 Darwin. But we found flights with one stop from £625.
As of March 2026, there are no flights flying from Colombo to Darwin.
The cheapest month to fly from Colombo to Darwin is usually June.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Colombo to Darwin Airport on Thursday, 18 June 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Colombo and Darwin 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 Darwin 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.
The cheapest airline that flies to Darwin is Singapore Airlines .

Flying from Colombo to Darwin International Airport (DRW): What you need to know

  • The timezone in Darwin is UTC+9:30, which is four hours ahead of Colombo. Darwin International Airport is located in Darwin.

  • To ensure you catch your flight from Colombo to DRW, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as February and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.

Airports in Colombo

Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Colombo to DRW. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB). Break the trip up (and maybe score a better deal) by stopping at one of these airports:

    • Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)

    • Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD)

    • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

  • Located around 32 kms (20 miles) from central Colombo, CMB can be reached in about 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 50 minutes.

  • Have an early flight from Colombo to Darwin International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport:

  • Of all flights leaving Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport, 74% touch down on time at their destination.

About Darwin International Airport (DRW)

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

  • Pick up a Darwin International Airport rental car and discover Darwin and beyond with your own set of wheels. Bargain Car Rentals, Thrifty and East Coast are well-known companies you can book with here.

  • To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride around four weeks ahead of your Colombo to Darwin International Airport flight.

Getting from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to central Darwin

  • Darwin International Airport is around 13 kms (8 miles) from the centre of Darwin. It takes around 15 minutes or so to get to the city by car.

  • If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 35 minutes.

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

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Colombo to Darwin International Airport is £212. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £625. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.

  • To find cheap flights from Colombo to DRW, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.

  • If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when searching for your Colombo to Darwin International Airport ticket.

  • You don't need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Colombo to DRW.

  • Save money on your flight from Colombo to Darwin International Airport by using filters. Choose your ideal duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from Colombo to Darwin International Airport (DRW)

  • Think about the kind of holiday you want when planning your trip dates. January is the quietest month to go to Darwin. July is when most people book flights from Colombo to Darwin International Airport (DRW), which may be ideal if you're chasing more action.

  • The warmest month in Darwin is November, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 34ºC. Lock in your Colombo to DRW plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.

  • July sees temperatures of between 18ºC and 31ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Colombo to Darwin International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

More about Darwin

  • Start your Darwin trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Colombo to Darwin International Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:

  • All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Mindil Beach, Mindil Beach Park and Rapid Creek Beach are essential stops on your Darwin itinerary.

Explore more of Australia

  • You've visited Darwin, now it's time to explore other parts of Australia. Journey around 274 kms (170 miles) southeast to Katherine East to tick off its leading attractions. From Godinymayin Yijard Rivers Arts & Culture Centre to Skate park and 30 Rack Alley, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.

  • If you want to check out another great destination in Australia, head for Katherine, roughly 274 kms (170 miles) southeast of Darwin. Katherine, Katherine Outback Experience and Katherine River are the start of reasons to visit.

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