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Sat, 4 Apr
Air Asia
Air Asia2 stops
CMB - CNS
441$
431$
Prime price per passenger
Sun, 29 Mar
Air Asia
Air Asia2 stops
CMB - CNS
583$
566$
Prime price per passenger
Sun, 12 Apr
Air Asia
Air Asia2 stops
CMB - CNS
914$
873$
Prime price per passenger
Fri, 15 May
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways2 stops
CMB - CNS
970$
921$
Prime price per passenger
Tue, 19 May
Singapore Airlines
Singapore Airlines1 stop
CMB - CNS
1025$
976$
Prime price per passenger
The prices shown on this page were available within the last 20 days for the specified periods and should not be considered the final price offered. Please note that availability and prices are subject to change.

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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$1,001
$1,141
$1,054
$1,364
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Currency and price comparison

TrainLocal, one-way ticket
1980%Trains are 1980% more expensive in Cairns than in Colombo.
Colombo$0.24
Cairns$5.00
MealMid-priced restaurant
230%The average meal is 230% more expensive in Cairns than in Colombo.
Colombo$6.66
Cairns$22.00
TaxiStandard daytime start rate
520%Taxis are 520% more expensive in Cairns than in Colombo.
Colombo$0.60
Cairns$3.70
CoffeeRegular cappuccino
63%Coffee is 63% more expensive in Cairns than in Colombo.
Colombo$3.84
Cairns$6.25
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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When do you want to depart from Colombo? Adjust your travel dates and explore a wide range of options to Cairns. With Opodo, you can find the perfect flight from our extensive selection, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable trip. Compare prices, flight durations, and amenities to choose the best option that suits your needs.


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But wait, there's more! Enhance your travel experience by booking a hotel and renting a car along with your flight. It's easier and often cheaper to book everything together. Choose the best offer from Colombo to Cairns and get ready for an incredible journey. Enjoy your holiday, and remember to fasten your seatbelt. We’re ready for takeoff!

Frequently asked questions about flights from Colombo to Cairns

How long does the flight take to go from Colombo to Cairns?
The total flight time between Colombo and Cairns is of around 10 h and 30 m on average, considering an average distance of 7,714.04 km, for both direct and indirect flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
On average, how much is the price of a flight from Colombo to Cairns?
When you fly from Colombo to Cairns the average price is $1,261.23. However, this price depends on many other factors such as seasonality or how far in advance the route has been booked.
How can I find cheap flights from Colombo to Cairns at Opodo?
The cheapest price for a flight from Colombo to Cairns is $431. 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, 517% more expensive than Colombo, with a fare of 0.60 AUD,
while train tickets costs 1983% more in Cairns: 5.00 AUD against 0.24 AUD in Colombo.
If you compare the price of a lunch meal, however, you can find it from 22.00 AUD in Cairns, 230% more than the 6.66 AUD in Colombo.
The price of the coffee is around 63% more expensive in Cairns, with an average of 6.25 AUD , while in Colombo the coffee costs 3.84 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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