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Cheapest return flight
$1,099
Typical prices: $1,298-$1,783
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/11Sat 24/11
CMB - BNE • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
$535
Typical prices: $757-$1,121
Jetstar
Sat 10/11
CMB - BNE • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport and Brisbane. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
25 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 25 weeks in advance save around 36% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 18% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Ho Chi Minh City (SGN)
Cheapest • Avg $1,067 (return)
Singapore Changi (SIN)
Shortest trip • 15h 55m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Colombo to Brisbane (CMB-BNE)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Bandaranaike Intl to Brisbane

Thu, 5 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov
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22:50 - 22:30CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-BNE Brisbane
43h 10m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Melbourne
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06:00 - 17:50BNE  Brisbane-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
16h 20m1 stop Melbourne
$1,099Multiple Airlines
Thu, 15 Oct - Thu, 29 Oct
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22:55 - 21:30CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-BNE Brisbane
18h 05m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Ho Chi Minh City
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06:00 - 17:50BNE  Brisbane-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
16h 20m1 stop Melbourne
$1,135Multiple Airlines
Thu, 22 Oct - Thu, 5 Nov
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19:50 - 22:55CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-BNE Brisbane
22h 35m1 stop Melbourne
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23:40 - 21:50BNE  Brisbane-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
26h 40m2 stops Ho Chi Minh City Kuala Lumpur Intl
$1,168Multiple Airlines
Thu, 12 Nov - Thu, 19 Nov
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12:10 - 05:55CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-BNE Brisbane
13h 15m1 stop Singapore Changi
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06:00 - 21:10BNE  Brisbane-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
19h 40m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Singapore Changi
$1,240Qantas Airways
Sun, 25 Oct - Sun, 1 Nov
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12:10 - 18:00CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-BNE Brisbane
25h 20m2 stops Singapore Changi Sydney Kingsford Smith
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05:00 - 21:10BNE  Brisbane-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
20h 40m2 stops Melbourne Singapore Changi
$1,310Qantas Airways
Sun, 13 Dec - Sun, 27 Dec
Malaysia Airlines Logo
00:40 - 20:25CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-BNE Brisbane
15h 15m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
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08:30 - 23:35BNE  Brisbane-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
19h 35m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
$2,076Malaysia Airlines
Fri, 20 Nov - Wed, 23 Dec
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11:20 - 06:15CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-BNE Brisbane
14h 25m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
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00:15 - 23:35BNE  Brisbane-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
27h 50m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
$4,345Malaysia Airlines
Fri, 20 Nov - Wed, 23 Dec
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11:20 - 06:15CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-BNE Brisbane
14h 25m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
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00:15 - 23:35BNE  Brisbane-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
27h 50m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
$4,402Malaysia Airlines
Mon, 15 Feb - Thu, 1 Apr
Cathay Pacific Logo
00:45 - 23:20CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-BNE Brisbane
18h 05m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
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12:20 - 23:45BNE  Brisbane-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
39h 55m2 stops Melbourne Hong Kong Intl
$4,492Cathay Pacific
Mon, 15 Feb - Thu, 1 Apr
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00:45 - 10:45CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-BNE Brisbane
29h 30m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
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17:15 - 23:45BNE  Brisbane-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
35h 00m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Hong Kong Intl
$4,608Cathay Pacific
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Brisbane flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Brisbane with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Brisbane?

Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Brisbane and is 14% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 8% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Brisbane?

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Brisbane at $1,284 return.
•May ($1,807) and October ($1,779) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 40% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Brisbane the cheapest?

Flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Brisbane are cheapest 25 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 36% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Brisbane flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$535
Best time to beat the crowds (10% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (9% more expensive on average)
Flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Brisbane

When to book flights from Bandaranaike Intl to Brisbane

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Bandaranaike Intl to Brisbane based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Brisbane flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Brisbane?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Brisbane:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Brisbane?

    A direct flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Brisbane takes 0h 00m, covering 14,067 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Brisbane?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Brisbane flight?

    Return flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Brisbane range from $1,298 to $1,783, with an average of $1,567 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,298 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Brisbane flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 20% above the route average of $1,567. Book 25 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Brisbane changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,099 to $7,591. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Brisbane looking right now?

    One-way fares from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Brisbane are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,045, which is 11% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Brisbane Airport (BNE)?

    Brisbane Airport (BNE) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $15 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Bargain Car Rentals
    • Simba Car Hire
    • East Coast Car Rentals
    • Alpha
    • EverythingFleet

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Brisbane?

    Flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Brisbane usually depart from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB) and arrive at Brisbane (BNE).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Brisbane pass through?

    One-stop flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Brisbane most commonly connect through:

    • Singapore Changi (SIN) – 76% of one-stop connections
    • Hong Kong Intl (HKG) – 13% of one-stop connections
    • Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) – 7% of one-stop connections
    • Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) – 1% of one-stop connections

    Singapore Changi (SIN) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Brisbane?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 21% on the Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Brisbane route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $1,351 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,693, a difference of $342. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Brisbane?

    Flying via Singapore Changi (SIN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 15h 55m, compared to 16h 41m via Hong Kong Intl (HKG) and 16h 52m via Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD).

  • What is the time difference between Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport and Brisbane?

    Brisbane is 4 hours ahead of Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (Eastern Australia Time vs India Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Brisbane?

    Some of the most popular sights in Brisbane are Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre, Roma Street Parkland, and Suncorp Stadium. These are among the most viewed places in Brisbane on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Brisbane flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Friday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Friday flights average $1,351 – about $342 less than Sunday (20% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 25 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 36% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Brisbane trip for November. Fares historically average $1,284 return in that month – typically $523 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Brisbane Airport.
    - ibis Brisbane Airport
    - Pullman Brisbane Airport

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