What is the cheapest way to get from Cairns to Colombo?

The cheapest way to get from Cairns to Colombo is to fly which costs Rs. 130000 - Rs. 210000 and takes 18h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cairns to Colombo?

The fastest way to get from Cairns to Colombo is to fly which takes 18h 31m and costs Rs. 130000 - Rs. 210000.

How far is it from Cairns to Colombo?

The distance between Cairns and Colombo is 7755 km.

How long does it take to get from Cairns to Colombo?

It takes approximately 18h 31m to get from Cairns to Colombo, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Cairns and Colombo?

Colombo is 4h 30m behind Cairns. It is currently 5:33 AM in Cairns and 1:03 AM in Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1442+ hotels available in Colombo.

Cairns to Colombo - one way to travel via plane

There is 1 way to get from Cairns to Colombo by plane

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1. Fly from Cairns (CNS) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)CNS - CMB
18h 31m
Rs 134,129–203,615

Cairns (CNS) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) flights

7Weekly Planes

16h 15mAverage Duration

Rs 114,657Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cairns to Colombo.

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Distance: 7,754.5 km
Duration: 18h 31m

What companies run services between Cairns, QLD, Australia and Colombo, Sri Lanka?

Cathay Pacific, Qantas, and SriLankan Airlines fly from Cairns (CNS) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) once daily.

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