Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from $443
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 1/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — CMB
16 Aug — 23 Aug1
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 October or August, booked 81 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday
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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 17 July 2026.
Tue 18/821:35
MEL
-
CMB
2 stops27h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 17/919:50
CMB
-
MEL
Nonstop9h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/7$1,006
Sun 2/811:00
MEL
-
CMB
1 stop36h 30m
China Eastern
Sat 15/822:10
CMB
-
MEL
3 stops31h 20m
China Eastern
Deal found 16/7$1,009
Thu 13/811:00
MEL
-
CMB
1 stop36h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 13/1122:50
CMB
-
MEL
2 stops19h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/7$1,012
Sat 25/712:00
MEL
-
CMB
1 stop14h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 17/1119:50
CMB
-
MEL
Nonstop9h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/7$1,013
Thu 23/712:00
MEL
-
CMB
1 stop14h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 19/1119:50
CMB
-
MEL
Nonstop9h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/7$1,014
Sun 16/811:00
MEL
-
CMB
1 stop36h 30m
China Eastern
Sat 22/822:10
CMB
-
MEL
3 stops30h 20m
China Eastern
Deal found 15/7$1,016
Mon 27/721:30
MEL
-
CMB
1 stop26h 00m
China Eastern
Tue 17/1120:20
CMB
-
MEL
1 stop32h 10m
China Eastern
Deal found 15/7$1,017
Sat 29/813:00
MEL
-
CMB
1 stop13h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/919:50
CMB
-
MEL
Nonstop9h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/7$1,020
Thu 12/1113:00
MEL
-
CMB
Nonstop10h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/1223:05
CMB
-
MEL
1 stop19h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/7$1,022
Wed 12/811:00
MEL
-
CMB
1 stop36h 30m
China Eastern
Mon 17/820:30
CMB
-
MEL
1 stop32h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 15/7$1,023
Fri 14/811:00
MEL
-
CMB
2 stops38h 40m
China Eastern
Sun 14/220:20
CMB
-
MEL
1 stop36h 15m
China Eastern
Deal found 13/7$1,024
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 17 July 2026.
Tue 1/911:00
MEL
-
CMB
2 stops62h 40m
China Eastern
Thu 17/922:10
CMB
-
MEL
3 stops31h 20m
China Eastern
Deal found 16/7$1,044
Tue 28/706:30
MEL
-
CMB
2 stops21h 30m
Cathay Pacific
Tue 17/1100:45
CMB
-
MEL
1 stop16h 45m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 15/7$1,120
Fri 24/711:00
MEL
-
CMB
1 stop36h 30m
China Eastern
Sat 1/820:30
CMB
-
MEL
1 stop32h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 12/7$1,122
Thu 20/812:00
MEL
-
CMB
2 stops61h 40m
China Eastern
Mon 24/822:10
CMB
-
MEL
2 stops55h 20m
China Eastern
Deal found 12/7$1,143
Fri 21/811:00
MEL
-
CMB
2 stops38h 40m
China Eastern
Tue 25/822:10
CMB
-
MEL
3 stops30h 20m
China Eastern
Deal found 13/7$1,143
Wed 19/811:00
MEL
-
CMB
1 stop36h 30m
China Eastern
Wed 26/820:30
CMB
-
MEL
1 stop32h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 12/7$1,167
Mon 20/711:00
MEL
-
CMB
3 stops38h 40m
China Eastern
Fri 31/720:30
CMB
-
MEL
1 stop32h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 14/7$1,209
Sun 30/811:00
MEL
-
CMB
2 stops38h 40m
China Eastern
Mon 14/922:10
CMB
-
MEL
3 stops55h 20m
China Eastern
Deal found 13/7$1,219
Sat 1/812:00
MEL
-
CMB
3 stops61h 40m
China Eastern
Sat 8/822:10
CMB
-
MEL
3 stops31h 20m
China Eastern
Deal found 12/7$1,223
Fri 28/811:00
MEL
-
CMB
1 stop36h 30m
China Eastern
Fri 4/920:30
CMB
-
MEL
1 stop32h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 14/7$1,243
Mon 27/711:00
MEL
-
CMB
1 stop36h 30m
China Eastern
Mon 3/820:30
CMB
-
MEL
1 stop32h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 15/7$1,247
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 17 July 2026.
Sat 14/1113:00
MEL
-
CMB
Nonstop10h 20m
Jetstar
Sat 28/1119:50
CMB
-
MEL
Nonstop9h 40m
Jetstar
Deal found 16/7$1,020
Sat 5/912:00
MEL
-
CMB
Nonstop10h 20m
Jetstar
Tue 8/919:50
CMB
-
MEL
Nonstop9h 40m
Jetstar
Deal found 15/7$1,044
Tue 27/1013:00
MEL
-
CMB
Nonstop10h 20m
Jetstar
Thu 5/1119:50
CMB
-
MEL
Nonstop9h 40m
Jetstar
Deal found 12/7$1,049
Tue 10/1113:00
MEL
-
CMB
Nonstop10h 20m
Jetstar
Tue 17/1119:50
CMB
-
MEL
Nonstop9h 40m
Jetstar
Deal found 16/7$1,052
Sat 7/1113:00
MEL
-
CMB
Nonstop10h 20m
Jetstar
Sat 21/1119:50
CMB
-
MEL
Nonstop9h 40m
Jetstar
Deal found 15/7$1,060
Thu 17/912:00
MEL
-
CMB
Nonstop10h 20m
Jetstar
Tue 6/1019:50
CMB
-
MEL
Nonstop9h 40m
Jetstar
Deal found 14/7$1,113
Sat 29/812:00
MEL
-
CMB
Nonstop10h 20m
Jetstar
Thu 24/919:50
CMB
-
MEL
Nonstop9h 40m
Jetstar
Deal found 15/7$1,114
Tue 25/812:00
MEL
-
CMB
Nonstop10h 20m
Jetstar
Thu 24/919:50
CMB
-
MEL
Nonstop9h 40m
Jetstar
Deal found 15/7$1,126
Sat 12/912:00
MEL
-
CMB
Nonstop10h 20m
Jetstar
Sat 26/919:50
CMB
-
MEL
Nonstop9h 40m
Jetstar
Deal found 13/7$1,143
Last-minute flights from Melbourne to Colombo
Discover last-minute flight deals from Melbourne to Colombo. Data last updated 17 July 2026 and is based on user searches.
Thu 23/712:00
MEL
-
CMB
1 stop14h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 19/1119:50
CMB
-
MEL
Nonstop9h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/7$1,014
Sat 25/712:00
MEL
-
CMB
1 stop14h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 17/1119:50
CMB
-
MEL
Nonstop9h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/7$1,013
Mon 27/721:30
MEL
-
CMB
1 stop26h 00m
China Eastern
Tue 17/1120:20
CMB
-
MEL
1 stop32h 10m
China Eastern
Deal found 15/7$1,017
Sun 2/811:00
MEL
-
CMB
1 stop36h 30m
China Eastern
Sat 15/822:10
CMB
-
MEL
3 stops31h 20m
China Eastern
Deal found 16/7$1,009
Wed 12/811:00
MEL
-
CMB
1 stop36h 30m
China Eastern
Mon 17/820:30
CMB
-
MEL
1 stop32h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 15/7$1,023
Wed 12/813:00
MEL
-
CMB
3 stops37h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 13/1122:50
CMB
-
MEL
1 stop24h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/7$1,026
Thu 13/811:00
MEL
-
CMB
1 stop36h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 13/1122:50
CMB
-
MEL
2 stops19h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/7$1,012
Fri 14/811:00
MEL
-
CMB
2 stops38h 40m
China Eastern
Sun 14/220:20
CMB
-
MEL
1 stop36h 15m
China Eastern
Deal found 13/7$1,024
Sun 16/811:00
MEL
-
CMB
1 stop36h 30m
China Eastern
Sat 22/822:10
CMB
-
MEL
3 stops30h 20m
China Eastern
Deal found 15/7$1,016
Tue 18/821:35
MEL
-
CMB
2 stops27h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 17/919:50
CMB
-
MEL
Nonstop9h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/7$1,006
Sat 29/813:00
MEL
-
CMB
1 stop13h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/919:50
CMB
-
MEL
Nonstop9h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/7$1,020
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 17 July 2026.
Tue 1/912:00
MEL
-
CMB
Nonstop10h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 15/7$443
Sat 1/811:00
MEL
-
CMB
1 stop36h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 16/7$446
Tue 21/711:00
MEL
-
CMB
1 stop36h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 16/7$447
Tue 25/812:00
MEL
-
CMB
Nonstop10h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 13/7$450
Mon 27/721:30
MEL
-
CMB
3 stops28h 10m
China Eastern
Deal found 14/7$453
Tue 28/721:30
MEL
-
CMB
3 stops52h 10m
China Eastern
Deal found 16/7$457
Thu 24/911:00
MEL
-
CMB
1 stop36h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 13/7$461
Sat 25/711:00
MEL
-
CMB
1 stop36h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 14/7$463
Thu 23/712:00
MEL
-
CMB
1 stop14h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/7$471
Find flight deals from Melbourne to Colombo
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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 17 July 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport that are best for you.
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Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Price
Cheapest return flight
MelbourneColombo
MEL - CMB
MELCMB
Melbourne
Tue 1/9
11:00-21:10
2 stops62h 40m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Thu 17/9
22:10-10:00
3 stops31h 20m
$1,044
Fastest return journey
MelbourneColombo
MEL - CMB
MELCMB
Melbourne
Tue 28/7
06:30-23:30
2 stops21h 30m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Tue 17/11
00:45-23:00
1 stop16h 45m
$1,120
MelbourneColombo
MEL - CMB
MELCMB
Melbourne
Fri 24/7
11:00-19:00
1 stop36h 30m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Sat 1/8
20:30-09:00
1 stop32h 00m
$1,122
MelbourneColombo
MEL - CMB
MELCMB
Melbourne
Thu 20/8
12:00-21:10
2 stops61h 40m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Mon 24/8
22:10-10:00
2 stops55h 20m
$1,143
MelbourneColombo
MEL - CMB
MELCMB
Melbourne
Fri 21/8
11:00-21:10
2 stops38h 40m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Tue 25/8
22:10-09:00
3 stops30h 20m
$1,143
MelbourneColombo
MEL - CMB
MELCMB
Melbourne
Wed 19/8
11:00-19:00
1 stop36h 30m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Wed 26/8
20:30-09:00
1 stop32h 00m
$1,167
MelbourneColombo
MEL - CMB
MELCMB
Melbourne
Mon 20/7
11:00-21:10
3 stops38h 40m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Fri 31/7
20:30-09:00
1 stop32h 00m
$1,209
MelbourneColombo
MEL - CMB
MELCMB
Melbourne
Sun 30/8
11:00-21:10
2 stops38h 40m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Mon 14/9
22:10-10:00
3 stops55h 20m
$1,219
MelbourneColombo
MEL - CMB
MELCMB
Melbourne
Sat 1/8
12:00-21:10
3 stops61h 40m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Sat 8/8
22:10-10:00
3 stops31h 20m
$1,223
MelbourneColombo
MEL - CMB
MELCMB
Melbourne
Fri 28/8
11:00-19:00
1 stop36h 30m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Fri 4/9
20:30-09:00
1 stop32h 00m
$1,243
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Cheapflights Insights
Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
The price you pay for your flight from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 80 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $1,040). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,934). 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 17 July 2026.
It’s typically best to fly out from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport at midday. Doing so could potentially save you 89% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Weekly flight availability from Melbourne Airport 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 17 July 2026.
The most flights from MEL to CMB are scheduled on a Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).
How often are flights from Melbourne to Colombo delayed?
About 29% of weekly flights between Melbourne and Colombo have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 145 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?
Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday 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 29% of flights being delayed.
What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Share of one-stop return flights from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.
Singapore (SIN) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 52% of one-stop itineraries from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Average return fare for one-stop flights from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.
Mumbai (BOM) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of $900.
What’s the fastest stopover option from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Kuala Lumpur (KUL) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 15h 08m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Bangkok (BKK) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 2h 25m.
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 17 July 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines,Thai Airways, andMalaysia Airlines from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello
Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello
Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello
Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello
Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello
Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello
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How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
For as low as $1,120, China Eastern can have you in Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from Melbourne Airport in 21h 30m. The distance from Melbourne Airport 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 Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport round-trip?
According to our current data, Jetstar ($362), Qatar Airways ($749), and Virgin Australia ($767) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. These flights start at 71% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne Airport 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 $289. Jetstar flights start at $343 while deals on Batik Air start at $397 one-way.
What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Consider Air Seychelles (78%), SriLankan Airlines (78%) or Ethiopian Air (78%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.
What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
While on average a flight from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is generally $2,606, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $413. When looking at the most popular route, (Melbourne - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl), you can expect to pay $727 for that flight.
Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Of the flights from Melbourne Airport 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 Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. Kuala Lumpur is followed by Bangkok in terms of the most popular stopover location for Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights.
What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Singapore?
Sentosa, Universal Studios Singapore, and Merlion are currently the most popular points of interest in Singapore at the moment. Sentosa, Universal Studios Singapore and Merlion are located about 21.6 km, 21.6 km, and 16.9 km, respectively from Singapore Changi if you are interested in checking them out. Those looking to explore during their stopover in Singapore can hire a car from Singapore Changi for about $111 per day.
What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Kuala Lumpur?
Kuala Lumpur travellers tend to visit Petronas Towers, Sunway Lagoon Theme Park, and Kuala Lumpur Tower more than any other notable places. Petronas Towers, Sunway Lagoon Theme Park, and Kuala Lumpur Tower can be accessed by travelling approximately 46.6 km, 38.5 km, and 46.0 km, respectively from Kuala Lumpur Intl. Those landing in Kuala Lumpur looking to spend some time exploring during their stopover can hire a car for about $38 per day.
What are points of interest worth seeing during a stopover in Bangkok?
Bangkok travellers tend to visit Pratunam, Siam Square, and Thailand Cultural Center more than any other attractions. 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. Travellers in need of a car in Bangkok can hire one for about $32 per day.
Where are the least popular stopover locations for Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights?
Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights have a stopover in Sydney least often. Shanghai is the second least popular location for stopovers on flights from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.
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.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $1,040). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,934). 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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