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Cheapest time to fly from Colombo to Cairns

If you’re planning to fly this route soon, keep in mind that the lowest fares are usually available in the middle of March. Take advantage of this per

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Currency and price comparison

TrainLocal, one-way ticket

1750%Trains are 1750% more expensive in Cairns than in Colombo.

Colombo$0.27

Cairns$5.00

MealMid-priced restaurant

260%The average meal is 260% more expensive in Cairns than in Colombo.

Colombo$7.13

Cairns$26.00

TaxiStandard daytime start rate

490%Taxis are 490% more expensive in Cairns than in Colombo.

Colombo$0.63

Cairns$3.70

CoffeeRegular cappuccino

60%Coffee is 60% more expensive in Cairns than in Colombo.

Colombo$3.97

Cairns$6.36

Distance: 7714 kms

Colombo airports

Katunayake International (CMB)How far from city centre: 27 kms

Cairns airports

Cairns International Airport (CNS)How far from city centre: 5 kms

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Frequently asked questions about flights from Colombo to Cairns

How can I find cheap flights from Colombo to Cairns at Opodo?

The cheapest price for a flight from Colombo to Cairns is $490. At Opodo we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.

Is Cairns expensive to visit compared to Colombo?

If you compare transportation prices, the taxi ride in Cairns costs an average of 3.70 AUD, 487% more expensive than Colombo, with a fare of 0.63 AUD,

while train tickets costs 1752% more in Cairns: 5.00 AUD against 0.27 AUD in Colombo.

If you compare the price of a lunch meal, however, you can find it from 26.00 AUD in Cairns, 265% more than the 7.13 AUD in Colombo.

The price of the coffee is around 60% more expensive in Cairns, with an average of 6.36 AUD , while in Colombo the coffee costs 3.97 AUD.

Is it possible to purchase a flexible ticket for my flight from Colombo to Cairns?

At Opodo we want to make sure that your travel plans are not affected by any cancelation as well as any possible restrictions Australia may apply when travelling from Colombo. Is your flight cancelled? We've got your back! With our flexible ticket guarantee you can decide if you want to book another flight - free of rebooking fee - or get a full refund!

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