How long is the flight from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

A quick flight from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport can take about 20h 20m. Singapore Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $968. The distance from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is about 8352 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back. Find deals

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport round-trip?

Currently priced at $780, Air India will fly you from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport and back. In addition to Air India, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Cathay Pacific and Singapore Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $787 and $824, respectively. Users have found that Air India is 36% cheaper than the other options available to this destination. Find deals

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport ranges from 60.0 - 350.0 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 350.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport when rainfall is around 60.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, March is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 27.0 C).

What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

On average you can expect to pay $2,643 for a flight from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. The cheapest flight overall is $568 while the most popular route, (Melbourne - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl) is currently priced at $738.

What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Before booking your flight to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from Melbourne, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Air Seychelles (54%), SriLankan Airlines (54%), Ethiopian Air( 54%).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Air India, Cathay Pacific and Etihad Airways are the most popular airlines when flying from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.

Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Of the flights from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport that have stopovers, most of them stop in Singapore. Singapore is followed by Kuala Lumpur in terms of the most popular stopover location on flights from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. Bangkok sees the third most stopovers on flights from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.

Where are the least popular stopover locations for Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights?

Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights have a stopover in Sydney least often. Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights stopping in Shanghai are the next rarest.

What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Singapore?

Sentosa, Merlion, and Sim Lim Square are the most popular attractions in Singapore if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Sentosa, Merlion, and Sim Lim Square can be visited by traveling about 21.6 km, 16.9 km, and 16.3 km respectively from Singapore Changi. Travellers in need of a car in Singapore can hire one for about $145 per day.

What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Kuala Lumpur?

Petronas Towers, Berjaya Times Square, and National Mosque of Malaysia are currently the most popular points of interest in Kuala Lumpur at the moment. Travellers on a stopover in Kuala Lumpur can visit Petronas Towers, Berjaya Times Square, and National Mosque of Malaysia, by travelling 46.6 km, 44.9 km, and 44.8 km, respectively after landing at Kuala Lumpur Intl. Travellers in need of a car in Kuala Lumpur can hire one for about $51 per day.

What are points of interest worth seeing during a stopover in Bangkok?

Pratunam, Thailand Cultural Center, and Siam Square are the most popular attractions in Bangkok if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Pratunam, Thailand Cultural Center and Siam Square are located about 23.8 km, 21.1 km, and 24.2 km, respectively from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi if you are interested in checking them out. Those on a stopover in Bangkok in need of a car hire can book one at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi for about $30.

What is the cheapest day to fly return from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Monday is generally a great day to depart. Flying on this day could help you save up to 7%.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in December. For low rates, May can be a great choice for travel to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. Flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from Melbourne in May are about $1,231 on average during May, but can be found for as low as $843.

Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Colombo that include hotel bookings?

Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to Colombo flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Colombo?

After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Melbourne to Colombo.

Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to Colombo?

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Colombo by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

$387+ Flights from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

Q: How much does it cost for a return flight from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment. Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights typically cost between $1,084 and $1,360 in November. The cheapest return flight price found within the last 3 days was $860 on Multiple Airlines (2 Nov-9 Nov). Find deals

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl are usually found in May or August, booked 82 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Colombo

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Cheapest in	May
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Colombo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Colombo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 September 2025.

Tue 28/1013:10MEL - CMB

1 stop27h 20mMultiple Airlines

Tue 4/1123:00CMB - MEL

2 stops19h 05mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/9$857

Fri 17/1007:00MEL - CMB

1 stop20h 25mMultiple Airlines

Fri 31/1023:00CMB - MEL

2 stops26h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 13/9$860

Mon 10/1113:10MEL - CMB

1 stop27h 20mMultiple Airlines

Thu 20/1123:00CMB - MEL

2 stops49h 10mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 13/9$861

Mon 3/1122:35MEL - CMB

2 stops28h 55mMultiple Airlines

Sun 9/1123:00CMB - MEL

3 stops25h 10mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 14/9$863

Mon 24/1101:30MEL - CMB

2 stops37h 25mMultiple Airlines

Wed 10/1223:00CMB - MEL

1 stop16h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/9$866

Mon 13/1022:45MEL - CMB

1 stop28h 40mMultiple Airlines

Mon 20/1022:55CMB - MEL

2 stops32h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/9$869

Wed 29/1013:20MEL - CMB

2 stops25h 35mMultiple Airlines

Wed 5/1109:05CMB - MEL

2 stops30h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 14/9$870

Sun 12/1013:05MEL - CMB

1 stop13h 55mMultiple Airlines

Sat 25/1022:55CMB - MEL

2 stops40h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 13/9$872

Fri 10/1007:00MEL - CMB

1 stop20h 25mMultiple Airlines

Sat 25/1022:55CMB - MEL

3 stops40h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 13/9$873

Sun 23/1101:30MEL - CMB

2 stops26h 00mMultiple Airlines

Sat 29/1110:25CMB - MEL

1 stop13h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 13/9$875

Wed 8/1007:00MEL - CMB

1 stop20h 25mMultiple Airlines

Sat 25/1022:55CMB - MEL

3 stops31h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 13/9$878

Mon 15/921:45MEL - CMB

1 stop28h 40mMultiple Airlines

Sat 20/910:40CMB - MEL

1 stop14h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 13/9$879

Best flights from Melbourne to Colombo
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Melbourne to Colombo that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 16 September 2025.

Thu 12/300:35MEL - CMB

1 stop28h 25mSingapore Airlines

Fri 3/411:45CMB - MEL

1 stop24h 55mSingapore Airlines

Deal found 15/9$965

Thu 12/308:45MEL - CMB

1 stop20h 20mMalaysia Airlines

Wed 18/300:40CMB - MEL

1 stop14h 35mMalaysia Airlines

Deal found 15/9$968

Fri 13/313:20MEL - CMB

1 stop13h 20mMultiple Airlines

Fri 3/410:40CMB - MEL

2 stops20h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/9$1,032

Thu 12/306:15MEL - CMB

2 stops22h 45mCathay Pacific

Wed 18/300:45CMB - MEL

1 stop16h 45mCathay Pacific

Deal found 15/9$1,099

Wed 11/300:35MEL - CMB

1 stop28h 25mSingapore Airlines

Thu 19/312:15CMB - MEL

1 stop24h 25mSingapore Airlines

Deal found 15/9$996

Sun 12/1000:30MEL - CMB

1 stop27h 50mMalaysia Airlines

Thu 30/1000:40CMB - MEL

1 stop25h 05mMalaysia Airlines

Deal found 14/9$1,067

Thu 30/1000:45MEL - CMB

1 stop28h 15mCathay Pacific

Thu 6/1100:45CMB - MEL

1 stop16h 45mCathay Pacific

Deal found 15/9$1,115

Sun 1/219:25MEL - CMB

1 stop33h 35mSingapore Airlines

Sun 1/312:15CMB - MEL

1 stop18h 25mSingapore Airlines

Deal found 14/9$1,026

Wed 15/1006:00AVV - CMB

2 stops21h 25mMultiple Airlines

Wed 22/1010:40CMB - AVV

3 stops23h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/9$1,139

Mon 23/216:40MEL - CMB

1 stop23h 35mSingapore Airlines

Sun 1/312:15CMB - MEL

1 stop18h 25mSingapore Airlines

Deal found 15/9$1,026

Wed 11/306:15MEL - CMB

2 stops22h 45mCathay Pacific

Wed 25/300:45CMB - MEL

1 stop24h 55mCathay Pacific

Deal found 13/9$1,130

Sat 1/1106:00AVV - CMB

2 stops21h 30mMultiple Airlines

Sun 9/1120:55CMB - AVV

3 stops20h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/9$1,162

Direct flights from Melbourne to Colombo
Explore direct flight options from Melbourne to Colombo based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 16 September 2025.

Wed 8/1017:30MEL - CMB

Nonstop10h 45mSriLankan Airlines

Mon 20/1000:45CMB - MEL

Nonstop9h 45mSriLankan Airlines

Deal found 13/9$1,075

Wed 8/1017:30MEL - CMB

Nonstop10h 45mSriLankan Airlines

Tue 21/1000:45CMB - MEL

Nonstop9h 45mSriLankan Airlines

Deal found 15/9$1,081

Tue 7/1017:30MEL - CMB

Nonstop10h 45mSriLankan Airlines

Mon 27/1000:25CMB - MEL

Nonstop10h 00mSriLankan Airlines

Deal found 13/9$1,082

Mon 10/1117:25MEL - CMB

Nonstop10h 25mSriLankan Airlines

Wed 19/1100:25CMB - MEL

Nonstop10h 00mSriLankan Airlines

Deal found 13/9$1,088

Thu 2/1016:30MEL - CMB

Nonstop10h 45mSriLankan Airlines

Tue 21/1000:45CMB - MEL

Nonstop9h 45mSriLankan Airlines

Deal found 15/9$1,096

Wed 8/1017:30MEL - CMB

Nonstop10h 45mSriLankan Airlines

Thu 23/1000:45CMB - MEL

Nonstop9h 45mSriLankan Airlines

Deal found 15/9$1,103

Tue 14/1017:30MEL - CMB

Nonstop10h 45mSriLankan Airlines

Thu 6/1100:25CMB - MEL

Nonstop10h 00mSriLankan Airlines

Deal found 13/9$1,105

Thu 30/1017:25MEL - CMB

Nonstop10h 25mSriLankan Airlines

Wed 5/1100:25CMB - MEL

Nonstop10h 00mSriLankan Airlines

Deal found 15/9$1,108

Sun 19/1017:30MEL - CMB

Nonstop10h 45mSriLankan Airlines

Wed 5/1100:25CMB - MEL

Nonstop10h 00mSriLankan Airlines

Deal found 15/9$1,120

Fri 10/1017:30MEL - CMB

Nonstop10h 45mSriLankan Airlines

Thu 23/1000:45CMB - MEL

Nonstop9h 45mSriLankan Airlines

Deal found 15/9$1,126

Last-minute flights from Melbourne to Colombo
Discover last-minute flight deals from Melbourne to Colombo. Data last updated 16 September 2025 and is based on user searches.

Mon 15/921:45MEL - CMB

1 stop28h 40mMultiple Airlines

Sat 20/910:40CMB - MEL

1 stop14h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 13/9$879

Wed 8/1007:00MEL - CMB

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Sat 25/1022:55CMB - MEL

3 stops31h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 13/9$878

Fri 10/1007:00MEL - CMB

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Sat 25/1022:55CMB - MEL

3 stops40h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 13/9$873

Sat 11/1013:05MEL - CMB

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Deal found 13/9$884

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Sat 25/1022:55CMB - MEL

2 stops40h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 13/9$872

Mon 13/1022:45MEL - CMB

1 stop28h 40mMultiple Airlines

Mon 20/1022:55CMB - MEL

2 stops32h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/9$869

Tue 14/1016:40AVV - CMB

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Fri 7/1120:55CMB - AVV

3 stops20h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/9$1,135

Fri 17/1007:00MEL - CMB

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Fri 31/1023:00CMB - MEL

2 stops26h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 13/9$860

Sat 18/1022:45MEL - CMB

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Wed 22/1010:40CMB - MEL

2 stops39h 05mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 14/9$882

Fri 24/1014:00MEL - CMB

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Sun 16/1123:00CMB - MEL

2 stops19h 05mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 14/9$875

Tue 28/1013:10MEL - CMB

1 stop27h 20mMultiple Airlines

Tue 4/1123:00CMB - MEL

2 stops19h 05mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/9$857

Wed 29/1013:20MEL - CMB

2 stops25h 35mMultiple Airlines

Wed 5/1109:05CMB - MEL

2 stops30h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 14/9$870

One-way flights from Melbourne to Colombo
Search for one-way flight options from Melbourne to Colombo. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 16 September 2025.

Thu 6/1122:45MEL - CMB

1 stop16h 10mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 13/9$387

Sun 2/1107:00MEL - CMB

1 stop20h 30mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 13/9$389

Wed 5/1121:20MEL - CMB

2 stops30h 10mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 13/9$395

Sat 8/1113:10MEL - CMB

1 stop27h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/9$408

Mon 10/1113:10MEL - CMB

1 stop27h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/9$411

Tue 11/1115:00AVV - CMB

2 stops23h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/9$420

Wed 29/1013:20MEL - CMB

2 stops25h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 13/9$426

Tue 18/1113:10MEL - CMB

2 stops25h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/9$429

Fri 7/1121:20MEL - CMB

2 stops41h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/9$431

Mon 3/1113:10MEL - CMB

2 stops25h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/9$432

Tue 14/1020:55AVV - CMB

2 stops30h 30mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 14/9$441

Sat 8/1106:00AVV - CMB

2 stops21h 30mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/9$486

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Thu 12/3

00:35-23:30

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Fri 3/4

11:45-18:10

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Thu 12/3

08:45-23:35

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00:35-23:30

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12:15-18:10

1 stop24h 25m

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MEL - CMB

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$1,026

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12:15-12:10

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$1,026

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MEL - CMB

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Melbourne

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13:20-21:10

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Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

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10:40-12:45

2 stops20h 35m

$1,032

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

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Melbourne

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00:30-22:50

1 stop27h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 30/10

00:40-07:15

1 stop25h 05m

$1,067

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Thu 12/3

06:15-23:30

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Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 18/3

00:45-23:00

1 stop16h 45m

$1,099

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Thu 30/10

00:45-23:30

1 stop28h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 6/11

00:45-23:00

1 stop16h 45m

$1,115

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

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Melbourne

Wed 11/3

06:15-23:30

2 stops22h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 25/3

00:45-07:10

1 stop24h 55m

$1,130

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Colombo

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

The best time to book flights from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is 82 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $680). Flying from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,194). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MEL to CMB?

It’s typically best to fly out from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 5% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

The most flights from ME1 to CMB are scheduled on a Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Reviews of airlines servicing Colombo

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Thai Airways, andQantas Airways from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Singapore Airlines

8.1

Very Good

1,365 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,July 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered

Singapore Airlines

8.1

Very Good

1,365 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8.1

Very Good

1,365 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,July 2025

DAD - SIN

Thai Airways

7.8

Good

350 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8.1

Very Good

1,365 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,July 2025

DAD - SIN

Qantas Airways

7.5

Good

905 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8.1

Very Good

1,365 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,July 2025

DAD - SIN

Malaysia Airlines

7.3

Good

278 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8.1

Very Good

1,365 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,July 2025

DAD - SIN

SriLankan Airlines

6.8

Okay

75 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8.1

Very Good

1,365 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,July 2025

DAD - SIN

Related info for your journey

How long is the flight from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
A quick flight from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport can take about 20h 20m. Singapore Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $968. The distance from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is about 8352 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport round-trip?
Currently priced at $780, Air India will fly you from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport and back. In addition to Air India, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Cathay Pacific and Singapore Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $787 and $824, respectively. Users have found that Air India is 36% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.
What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Before booking your flight to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from Melbourne, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Air Seychelles (54%), SriLankan Airlines (54%), Ethiopian Air( 54%).
What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
On average you can expect to pay $2,643 for a flight from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. The cheapest flight overall is $568 while the most popular route, (Melbourne - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl) is currently priced at $738.
Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Of the flights from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport that have stopovers, most of them stop in Singapore. Singapore is followed by Kuala Lumpur in terms of the most popular stopover location on flights from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. Bangkok sees the third most stopovers on flights from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.
What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Singapore?
Sentosa, Merlion, and Sim Lim Square are the most popular attractions in Singapore if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Sentosa, Merlion, and Sim Lim Square can be visited by traveling about 21.6 km, 16.9 km, and 16.3 km respectively from Singapore Changi. Travellers in need of a car in Singapore can hire one for about $145 per day.
What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Kuala Lumpur?
Petronas Towers, Berjaya Times Square, and National Mosque of Malaysia are currently the most popular points of interest in Kuala Lumpur at the moment. Travellers on a stopover in Kuala Lumpur can visit Petronas Towers, Berjaya Times Square, and National Mosque of Malaysia, by travelling 46.6 km, 44.9 km, and 44.8 km, respectively after landing at Kuala Lumpur Intl. Travellers in need of a car in Kuala Lumpur can hire one for about $51 per day.
What are points of interest worth seeing during a stopover in Bangkok?
Pratunam, Thailand Cultural Center, and Siam Square are the most popular attractions in Bangkok if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Pratunam, Thailand Cultural Center and Siam Square are located about 23.8 km, 21.1 km, and 24.2 km, respectively from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi if you are interested in checking them out. Those on a stopover in Bangkok in need of a car hire can book one at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi for about $30.
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Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights have a stopover in Sydney least often. Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights stopping in Shanghai are the next rarest.
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Air India	Cheapest$780	Average$811	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Air India flights
Cathay Pacific	Cheapest$787	Average$1,069	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Singapore Airlines	Cheapest$824	Average$1,132	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time81%	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Malaysia Airlines	Cheapest$851	Average$1,258	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time67%	Search Malaysia Airlines flights
Etihad Airways	Cheapest$880	Average$1,244	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Etihad Airways flights
SriLankan Airlines	Cheapest$926	Average$1,204	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search SriLankan Airlines flights
China Eastern	Cheapest$948	Average$1,346	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%	Search China Eastern flights
Qantas Airways	Cheapest$1,002	Average$1,264	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Qantas Airways flights
Thai Airways	Cheapest$1,091	Average$1,283	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Thai Airways flights
Virgin Australia	Cheapest$1,114	Average$1,288	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time80%	Search Virgin Australia flights

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