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Flight deals from Perth to Colombo

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Perth Airport to Colombo? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from P26,020. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Colombo.P11,536 per passenger.Departing Fri, 21 Aug.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Perth on Fri, 21 Aug, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From P11,536, select.
Colombo.P11,536 per passenger.Departing Sat, 18 Jul.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Perth on Sat, 18 Jul, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From P11,536, select.
Colombo.P11,538 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Sep.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Perth on Mon, 7 Sep, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From P11,538, select.
Colombo.P11,665 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Nov.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Perth on Thu, 12 Nov, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From P11,665, select.
Colombo.P11,691 per passenger.Departing Thu, 14 Jan.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Perth on Thu, 14 Jan, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From P11,691, select.
Colombo.P11,986 per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Feb.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Perth on Thu, 18 Feb, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From P11,986, select.
Colombo.P12,051 per passenger.Departing Mon, 25 May.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Perth on Mon, 25 May, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From P12,051, select.
Colombo.P12,155 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Mar.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Perth on Wed, 3 Mar, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From P12,155, select.
Colombo.P12,179 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Jun.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Perth on Tue, 9 Jun, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From P12,179, select.
Colombo.P12,478 per passenger.Departing Thu, 22 Oct.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Perth on Thu, 22 Oct, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From P12,478, select.
Colombo.P13,501 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec.One-way flight with Indonesia AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Indonesia AirAsia, departs from Perth on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From P13,501, select.
Colombo.P16,504 per passenger.Departing Sat, 25 Apr.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Perth on Sat, 25 Apr, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From P16,504, select.
Colombo.P34,838 per passenger.Departing Wed, 7 Apr.One-way flight with Malaysia Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Perth on Wed, 7 Apr, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From P34,838, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Perth to Colombo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Perth to Colombo flights are currently cheapest in July.
Apr
from P16,504
May
from P12,051
Jun
from P12,179
Jul
from P11,536
Aug
from P11,536
Sep
from P11,538
Oct
from P12,478
Nov
from P11,665
Dec
from P13,501
Jan
from P11,691
Feb
from P11,986
Mar
from P12,155

Alternative Perth to Colombo routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Perth to Colombo? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Kelaniya

10km from central Colombo
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Colombo Ratmalana

13km from central Colombo
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Colombo Bandaranayake

27km from central Colombo
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from P11,536
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Bentota River

52km from central Colombo
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Katugastota

72km from central Colombo
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Perth to Colombo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundP11,536
Cheapest month to flyJuly

Finding cheap flights from Perth 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 Perth to Colombo is P24,940. 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 Perth to Colombo. But we found flights with one or more stops from P24,940.
As of April 2026, there are no flights flying from Perth to Colombo.
The cheapest month to fly from Perth to Colombo is usually August.
If you're flying from Perth Airport, the cheapest airport near Colombo is Colombo Bandaranayake – which is 27.5 km away from the centre of Colombo. We've found flights into this airport from P24,940.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Perth Airport to Colombo on Thursday, 6 August 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Perth 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, AirAsia offers the cheapest flight tickets to Colombo.

Travelling from Perth Airport (PER) to Colombo: what you need to know

  • Perth Airport is located in Perth. Based in the UTC+5:30 timezone, Colombo is two hours 30 minutes behind Perth.

  • For a relaxed start to your PER to Colombo flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • Flying during a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • We make it simple to book plane tickets from PER to Colombo with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:

    • Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)

    • Changi International Airport (SIN)

    • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

  • The journey from central Perth to PER takes around 30 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Have an early flight from Perth Airport to Colombo? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near PER:

  • 73.04% of flights that leave from Perth Airport reach their destination on schedule.

How to find the cheapest flights from Perth Airport (PER) to Colombo

  • P11,536 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Perth Airport to Colombo flight. A return plane ticket right now is P24,940. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.

  • Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from PER to Colombo. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.

  • If you can be flexible with your travel plans, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when searching for a Perth Airport to Colombo ticket.

  • You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's an even bigger deal on cheap flights from PER to Colombo.

  • Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Perth Airport to Colombo by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'

Airports in Colombo

Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)

  • Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) is around 16 kilometers from central Colombo. If you're getting a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 40 minutes.

  • Travelling by public transport takes around 1 hour 15 minutes.

  • The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Perth Airport to Colombo. Stay at one of these accommodation options near RML instead:

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • Once your flight from Perth Airport to Colombo has arrived, you can get to the city centre in around 40 minutes by car. Central Colombo is roughly 32 kilometres from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB).

  • If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you 1 hour 30 minutes or so.

  • After stepping off your PER to Colombo flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to CMB. These are some comfortable options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:

  • The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion or Sixt and set off in the blink of an eye.

  • Don't pay more than you need to. Reserving your ride two weeks before your arrival at CMB will help you stay within budget.

Best time to go to Colombo

  • Travel to Colombo in high season if you prefer a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book flights from Perth Airport to Colombo during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.

  • Book a Perth Airport to Colombo plane ticket with a departure in March if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • January has average temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from PER to Colombo around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

More about Colombo

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Colombo right here. Explore these options after locking in your flight from Perth Airport to Colombo:

  • There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall, Gangaramaya Temple and Viharamahadevi Park are highlights which should feature on any good Colombo itinerary.

Explore more of Sri Lanka

  • Jaffna is just one of the many cities in Sri Lanka waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Colombo. Around 306 kilometres away to the north, popular attractions include Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library.

  • Trincomalee is another standout destination in Sri Lanka and is around 241 kilometres north-east of Colombo. No journey is complete without experiencing Koneswaram Temple, Fort Frederick and Marble Beach.

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