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Flight deals from Newcastle to Colombo Bandaranayake

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Newcastle Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $2,442. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Newcastle to Colombo Bandaranayake

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Newcastle to Colombo Bandaranayake flights are currently cheapest in November.

Newcastle to Colombo Bandaranayake: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Newcastle to Colombo below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Colombo Bandaranayake.

Newcastle to Colombo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$1,623
Cheapest month to flyNovember

Finding cheap flights from Newcastle to Colombo Bandaranayake: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Newcastle to Colombo Bandaranayake is $1,623. 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 Newcastle to Colombo Bandaranayake. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,623.
As of July 2026, there are no flights flying from Newcastle to Colombo Bandaranayake.
The cheapest month to fly from Newcastle to Colombo Bandaranayake is usually November.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Newcastle Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport on Friday, 27 November 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Newcastle Airport and Colombo Bandaranayake Airport. 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 Bandaranayake 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.

Currently, British Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to Colombo Bandaranayake.

Travelling from Newcastle International Airport (NCL) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB): what you need to know

  • Colombo is five hours 30 minutes ahead of Newcastle and is in the UTC+5:30 timezone.

  • For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your NCL to CMB flight.

  • During popular months such as June, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a high season in general.

  • If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Newcastle International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between NCL and CMB:

    • Frankfurt Airport

    • London Heathrow Airport

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Newcastle International Airport (NCL) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • At the moment, $1,033 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Newcastle International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $1,623. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from NCL to CMB, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.

  • If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when looking for a flight from Newcastle International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from NCL to CMB by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Newcastle International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport.

Handy information about Newcastle International Airport (NCL)

  • 71.29% of flights that take off from Newcastle International Airport arrive at their destination on time.

  • Central Newcastle to Newcastle International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • The trip when using public transport typically takes 30 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Newcastle International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near NCL:

Arriving at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

Getting from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to central Colombo

  • Bandaranaike International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from central Colombo. The drive time takes around 40 minutes.

  • It'll take around 1 hour 30 minutes if you're using public transport.

When to fly to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Newcastle International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport is April, while February is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Colombo based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • Lock in your flight from Newcastle International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport for March if you'd like to go to Colombo during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 33ºC.

  • January has average temperatures of between 22ºC and 32ºC. Search for cheap tickets from NCL to CMB sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Sri Lanka

  • You've done Colombo, now it's time to discover other parts of Sri Lanka. Travel around 18 kilometres south to Moratuwa to tick off its leading attractions. From Boat House to Angulana Beach and Dilmah Conservation One Earth Arboretum, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • If there's time to check out another well-known destination in Sri Lanka, consider Jaffna, about 306 kilometres north of Colombo. Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library are key highlights.

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