Cheap flights from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from $474
This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 13/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — CMB
5 Jun — 12 Jun1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
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 Monday
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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 6 May 2026.
Fri 21/800:30
MEL
-
CMB
2 stops25h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 6/922:55
CMB
-
MEL
2 stops43h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/5$972
Thu 23/713:00
MEL
-
CMB
2 stops25h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 6/810:40
CMB
-
MEL
2 stops29h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/5$984
Mon 17/800:30
MEL
-
CMB
2 stops37h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 25/819:50
CMB
-
MEL
Nonstop9h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5$986
Sun 2/812:00
MEL
-
CMB
1 stop14h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 9/806:30
CMB
-
MEL
2 stops33h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/5$987
Mon 20/713:00
MEL
-
CMB
2 stops26h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 2/818:45
CMB
-
MEL
2 stops21h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$990
Mon 3/812:00
MEL
-
CMB
1 stop27h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 27/806:30
CMB
-
MEL
2 stops24h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5$991
Sat 22/821:35
MEL
-
CMB
1 stop18h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 4/910:40
CMB
-
MEL
2 stops55h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/5$995
Sat 1/813:00
MEL
-
CMB
2 stops25h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 20/822:55
CMB
-
MEL
2 stops32h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/5$997
Sun 2/800:30
MEL
-
CMB
2 stops29h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 9/802:05
CMB
-
MEL
2 stops40h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5$998
Fri 17/721:35
MEL
-
CMB
2 stops28h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 17/822:55
CMB
-
MEL
2 stops32h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/5$1,002
Sat 1/813:00
MEL
-
CMB
1 stop13h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 8/806:30
CMB
-
MEL
2 stops33h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/5$1,005
Tue 28/716:40
AVV
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CMB
2 stops21h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 20/922:55
CMB
-
AVV
2 stops19h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/5$1,167
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 6 May 2026.
Fri 9/1006:55
MEL
-
CMB
1 stop22h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 26/1000:45
CMB
-
MEL
1 stop15h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 1/5$1,061
Sun 2/820:55
AVV
-
CMB
2 stops32h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 16/802:05
CMB
-
AVV
2 stops24h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/5$1,258
Tue 8/911:00
MEL
-
CMB
1 stop36h 30m
China Eastern
Sat 12/920:30
CMB
-
MEL
1 stop32h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 5/5$1,306
Thu 15/1013:05
MEL
-
CMB
1 stop13h 55m
Qantas Airways
Sun 8/1112:10
CMB
-
MEL
2 stops18h 55m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 4/5$1,467
Tue 28/716:40
AVV
-
CMB
2 stops21h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/822:55
CMB
-
AVV
2 stops19h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,266
Tue 4/821:30
MEL
-
CMB
2 stops52h 10m
China Eastern
Mon 17/822:10
CMB
-
MEL
3 stops30h 20m
China Eastern
Deal found 1/5$1,319
Fri 12/613:00
MEL
-
CMB
1 stop15h 05m
Singapore Airlines
Sat 20/600:50
CMB
-
MEL
1 stop15h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 5/5$1,333
Tue 21/714:55
AVV
-
CMB
2 stops23h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 30/710:40
CMB
-
AVV
2 stops15h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/5$1,270
Wed 5/811:00
MEL
-
CMB
3 stops38h 40m
China Eastern
Sat 22/822:10
CMB
-
MEL
3 stops30h 20m
China Eastern
Deal found 1/5$1,319
Wed 5/805:55
MEL
-
CMB
1 stop22h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Thu 21/100:45
CMB
-
MEL
1 stop23h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 4/5$1,411
Fri 22/506:00
MEL
-
CMB
2 stops18h 45m
Qantas Airways
Fri 5/607:35
CMB
-
MEL
2 stops21h 55m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 3/5$1,573
Wed 5/811:00
MEL
-
CMB
1 stop36h 30m
China Eastern
Tue 25/822:10
CMB
-
MEL
3 stops30h 20m
China Eastern
Deal found 4/5$1,324
Mon 20/706:00
AVV
-
CMB
2 stops20h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 2/810:40
CMB
-
AVV
2 stops15h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$1,347
Thu 18/621:45
MEL
-
CMB
1 stop28h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 20/622:55
CMB
-
MEL
1 stop25h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/5$1,373
Mon 29/621:30
MEL
-
CMB
1 stop26h 00m
China Eastern
Tue 7/722:10
CMB
-
MEL
3 stops31h 20m
China Eastern
Deal found 2/5$1,598
Wed 27/516:40
AVV
-
CMB
2 stops21h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 10/910:40
CMB
-
AVV
2 stops15h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$1,461
Mon 29/606:15
MEL
-
CMB
1 stop20h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 20/722:55
CMB
-
MEL
1 stop19h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5$1,468
Tue 7/716:40
AVV
-
CMB
2 stops21h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 27/710:40
CMB
-
AVV
2 stops15h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$1,504
Sat 16/506:00
AVV
-
CMB
2 stops20h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 24/506:30
CMB
-
AVV
2 stops20h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/5$1,525
Tue 30/614:55
AVV
-
CMB
2 stops23h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 30/710:40
CMB
-
AVV
2 stops15h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/5$1,575
Tue 19/506:00
AVV
-
CMB
2 stops22h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/622:55
CMB
-
AVV
2 stops19h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$1,589
Wed 1/706:00
AVV
-
CMB
2 stops20h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 15/710:40
CMB
-
AVV
2 stops29h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/5$1,595
Tue 18/810:30
AVV
-
CMB
1 stop16h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 19/818:45
CMB
-
AVV
3 stops23h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/5$1,610
Fri 22/520:55
AVV
-
CMB
2 stops29h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 5/607:35
CMB
-
AVV
2 stops28h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/5$1,665
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 6 May 2026.
Mon 3/806:00
MEL
-
CMB
Nonstop10h 45m
SriLankan Airlines
Thu 27/814:10
CMB
-
MEL
Nonstop9h 50m
SriLankan Airlines
Deal found 4/5$1,239
Wed 27/516:10
MEL
-
CMB
Nonstop10h 45m
SriLankan Airlines
Tue 16/600:20
CMB
-
MEL
Nonstop9h 50m
SriLankan Airlines
Deal found 30/4$1,283
Mon 1/616:10
MEL
-
CMB
Nonstop10h 45m
SriLankan Airlines
Fri 19/600:20
CMB
-
MEL
Nonstop9h 50m
SriLankan Airlines
Deal found 1/5$1,285
Wed 27/516:10
MEL
-
CMB
Nonstop10h 45m
SriLankan Airlines
Tue 2/600:20
CMB
-
MEL
Nonstop9h 50m
SriLankan Airlines
Deal found 5/5$1,290
Mon 27/716:10
MEL
-
CMB
Nonstop10h 45m
SriLankan Airlines
Thu 13/800:20
CMB
-
MEL
Nonstop9h 50m
SriLankan Airlines
Deal found 5/5$1,292
Wed 27/516:10
MEL
-
CMB
Nonstop10h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 10/919:50
CMB
-
MEL
Nonstop9h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$1,294
Thu 14/516:10
MEL
-
CMB
Nonstop10h 45m
SriLankan Airlines
Mon 25/500:20
CMB
-
MEL
Nonstop9h 50m
SriLankan Airlines
Deal found 4/5$1,297
Fri 15/516:10
MEL
-
CMB
Nonstop10h 45m
SriLankan Airlines
Sun 17/500:20
CMB
-
MEL
Nonstop9h 50m
SriLankan Airlines
Deal found 1/5$1,305
Thu 28/516:10
MEL
-
CMB
Nonstop10h 45m
SriLankan Airlines
Wed 17/600:20
CMB
-
MEL
Nonstop9h 50m
SriLankan Airlines
Deal found 1/5$1,308
Sun 2/816:10
MEL
-
CMB
Nonstop10h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 1/919:50
CMB
-
MEL
Nonstop9h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5$1,310
Mon 3/806:00
MEL
-
CMB
Nonstop10h 45m
SriLankan Airlines
Sun 9/800:20
CMB
-
MEL
Nonstop9h 50m
SriLankan Airlines
Deal found 4/5$1,322
Fri 8/516:10
MEL
-
CMB
Nonstop10h 45m
SriLankan Airlines
Thu 14/500:20
CMB
-
MEL
Nonstop9h 50m
SriLankan Airlines
Deal found 3/5$1,326
Last-minute flights from Melbourne to Colombo
Discover last-minute flight deals from Melbourne to Colombo. Data last updated 6 May 2026 and is based on user searches.
Sat 16/513:00
MEL
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CMB
2 stops30h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 23/506:30
CMB
-
MEL
2 stops33h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/5$1,103
Sun 17/521:35
MEL
-
CMB
2 stops34h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 26/622:55
CMB
-
MEL
2 stops26h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/5$1,064
Sun 17/521:35
MEL
-
CMB
2 stops34h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 23/506:30
CMB
-
MEL
2 stops33h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/5$1,071
Fri 22/521:35
MEL
-
CMB
2 stops28h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/622:55
CMB
-
MEL
2 stops32h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/5$1,067
Sat 23/521:35
MEL
-
CMB
2 stops34h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 30/522:55
CMB
-
MEL
2 stops32h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5$1,055
Sat 23/521:35
MEL
-
CMB
2 stops34h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 1/806:30
CMB
-
MEL
2 stops33h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$1,057
Wed 27/513:00
MEL
-
CMB
2 stops16h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 10/906:30
CMB
-
MEL
2 stops33h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$1,044
Sat 30/513:00
MEL
-
CMB
2 stops30h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 6/606:30
CMB
-
MEL
2 stops33h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/5$1,083
Sat 30/513:00
MEL
-
CMB
2 stops30h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 20/622:55
CMB
-
MEL
2 stops32h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5$1,096
Tue 9/621:35
MEL
-
CMB
2 stops34h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 23/622:55
CMB
-
MEL
2 stops32h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/5$1,050
Wed 10/614:55
AVV
-
CMB
2 stops28h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 13/710:40
CMB
-
AVV
2 stops31h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/5$1,210
Sat 13/621:35
MEL
-
CMB
2 stops21h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 27/606:30
CMB
-
MEL
2 stops33h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/4$1,033
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 6 May 2026.
Mon 13/700:30
MEL
-
CMB
2 stops37h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/5$474
Fri 10/700:30
MEL
-
CMB
2 stops37h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/5$478
Mon 8/600:30
MEL
-
CMB
2 stops25h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$509
Mon 20/721:35
MEL
-
CMB
3 stops28h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/5$512
Mon 6/721:35
MEL
-
CMB
2 stops16h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5$520
Wed 8/700:30
MEL
-
CMB
2 stops37h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/5$521
Mon 20/705:55
MEL
-
CMB
1 stop22h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 2/5$523
Sun 17/506:00
AVV
-
CMB
3 stops47h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5$572
Mon 20/716:40
AVV
-
CMB
3 stops21h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/5$574
Thu 11/616:40
AVV
-
CMB
3 stops36h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/5$604
Fri 12/606:00
AVV
-
CMB
2 stops20h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/5$608
Sat 30/516:40
AVV
-
CMB
3 stops26h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/5$629
Find flight deals from Melbourne to Colombo
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) to Colombo (CMB). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 6 May 2026.
Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Colombo that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 6 May 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport that are best for you.
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Depart
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Price
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MelbourneColombo
MEL - CMB
MELCMB
Melbourne
Fri 9/10
06:55-23:35
1 stop22h 10m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Mon 26/10
00:45-21:25
1 stop15h 10m
$1,061
MelbourneColombo
AVV - CMB
AVVCMB
Melbourne Avalon
Sun 2/8
20:55-01:05
2 stops32h 40m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Sun 16/8
02:05-07:00
2 stops24h 25m
$1,258
MelbourneColombo
AVV - CMB
AVVCMB
Melbourne Avalon
Tue 28/7
16:40-09:40
2 stops21h 30m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Tue 4/8
22:55-22:50
2 stops19h 25m
$1,266
MelbourneColombo
AVV - CMB
AVVCMB
Melbourne Avalon
Tue 21/7
14:55-09:40
2 stops23h 15m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Thu 30/7
10:40-07:00
2 stops15h 50m
$1,270
MelbourneColombo
MEL - CMB
MELCMB
Melbourne
Tue 8/9
11:00-19:00
1 stop36h 30m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Sat 12/9
20:30-09:00
1 stop32h 00m
$1,306
MelbourneColombo
MEL - CMB
MELCMB
Melbourne
Tue 4/8
21:30-21:10
2 stops52h 10m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Mon 17/8
22:10-09:00
3 stops30h 20m
$1,319
MelbourneColombo
MEL - CMB
MELCMB
Melbourne
Wed 5/8
11:00-21:10
3 stops38h 40m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Sat 22/8
22:10-09:00
3 stops30h 20m
$1,319
MelbourneColombo
MEL - CMB
MELCMB
Melbourne
Wed 5/8
11:00-19:00
1 stop36h 30m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Tue 25/8
22:10-09:00
3 stops30h 20m
$1,324
Fastest return journey
MelbourneColombo
MEL - CMB
MELCMB
Melbourne
Fri 12/6
13:00-23:35
1 stop15h 05m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Sat 20/6
00:50-20:20
1 stop15h 00m
$1,333
MelbourneColombo
AVV - CMB
AVVCMB
Melbourne Avalon
Mon 20/7
06:00-21:55
2 stops20h 25m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Sun 2/8
10:40-07:00
2 stops15h 50m
$1,347
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport
ME1-CMB
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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 81 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 $938). Flying from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,743). 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?
Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Colombo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 6 May 2026.
It’s typically best to fly out from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 89% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.
Weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport
Explore weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Colombo. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 6 May 2026.
The most flights from ME1 to CMB are scheduled on a Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).
How much does it cost for a return flight from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
How often are flights from Melbourne to Colombo delayed?
About 30% of weekly flights between Melbourne and Colombo have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 141 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Melbourne to Colombo flights?
Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Thursday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Melbourne to Colombo flights?
Over the past year, SriLankan Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 30% of flights being delayed.
Reviews of airlines servicing Colombo
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Colombo. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Colombo. Reviews last updated 6 May 2026.
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.
Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Related info for your journey
Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Colombo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
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 22h 10m. Singapore Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,061. 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 $358, Jetstar will fly you from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport and back. In addition to Jetstar, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Singapore Airlines and Malaysia Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $730 and $784, respectively. Users have found that Jetstar is 69% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport one-way?
To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with AirAsia X, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $282. Jetstar flights start at $314 while deals on Batik Air start at $387 one-way.
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 (100%), SriLankan Airlines (80%), Ethiopian Air( 80%).
What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
On average you can expect to pay $1,114 for a flight from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. The cheapest flight overall is $589 while the most popular route, (Melbourne - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl) is currently priced at $736.
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 Universal Studios Singapore are the most popular attractions in Singapore if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Sentosa, Merlion, and Universal Studios Singapore can be visited by traveling about 21.6 km, 16.9 km, and 21.6 km respectively from Singapore Changi. Travellers in need of a car in Singapore can hire one for about $133 per day.
What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Kuala Lumpur?
Petronas Towers, Kuala Lumpur Tower, and Berjaya Times Square 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, Kuala Lumpur Tower, and Berjaya Times Square, by travelling 46.6 km, 46.0 km, and 44.9 km, respectively after landing at Kuala Lumpur Intl. Travellers in need of a car in Kuala Lumpur can hire one for about $45 per day.
What are points of interest worth seeing during a stopover in Bangkok?
Pratunam, Siam Square, and Thailand Cultural Center are the most popular attractions in Bangkok if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Pratunam, Siam Square and Thailand Cultural Center are located about 23.8 km, 24.2 km, and 21.1 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 $37.
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.
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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 $938). Flying from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,743). 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.
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