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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from $385

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 9/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — CMB
31 Jul — 7 Aug1
1 adult
Wed 31/7
Wed 7/8

The best prices from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl are usually found in May or August, booked 81 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap 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 26 July 2024.

Round-trip from

$888

One-way from

$385

Popular in

December

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May
15/8-31/8
  • 15/8-31/8
  • 4 total stops
  • 52h 35m total
  • Melbourne to Colombo
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9/8
  • 9/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 25m total
  • Melbourne to Colombo
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High demand for flights, 37% potential price rise
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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 6%.

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 at midday. Doing so could potentially save you 9% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

Cheap Cathay Pacific flights from Melbourne to Colombo

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Cathay Pacific for the route between Melbourne and Colombo. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 615,779 searches. Data last updated 26 July 2024.
Check out some of the cheapest Cathay Pacific flights we've come across from Melbourne to Colombo. It's recommended that users confirm their flight details before booking.
Mon 5/823:45MEL - CMB
1 stop28h 20mCathay Pacific
Thu 8/800:50CMB - MEL
1 stop16h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 25/7$992
Wed 7/823:45MEL - CMB
1 stop28h 20mCathay Pacific
Thu 22/800:50CMB - MEL
1 stop16h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 25/7$1,004
Mon 14/1000:45MEL - CMB
1 stop28h 20mCathay Pacific
Thu 31/1000:45CMB - MEL
1 stop25h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 24/7$1,071
Wed 31/723:45MEL - CMB
1 stop28h 20mCathay Pacific
Tue 6/800:50CMB - MEL
1 stop16h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 25/7$1,077
Tue 15/1007:30MEL - CMB
2 stops21h 35mCathay Pacific
Thu 31/1000:45CMB - MEL
1 stop16h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 24/7$1,093
Wed 31/723:45MEL - CMB
1 stop28h 20mCathay Pacific
Sat 10/800:50CMB - MEL
1 stop16h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 25/7$1,128
Sat 3/807:25MEL - CMB
1 stop20h 40mCathay Pacific
Thu 8/800:50CMB - MEL
1 stop16h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 25/7$1,140
Fri 2/814:25MEL - CMB
1 stop37h 40mCathay Pacific
Sat 10/800:50CMB - MEL
1 stop24h 35mCathay Pacific
Deal found 25/7$1,160
Fri 2/814:25MEL - CMB
1 stop37h 40mCathay Pacific
Thu 8/800:50CMB - MEL
1 stop16h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 25/7$1,163

Cheap Singapore Airlines flights from Melbourne to Colombo

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Singapore Airlines for the route between Melbourne and Colombo. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 615,779 searches. Data last updated 26 July 2024.
Have a look at some of the cheapest available Singapore Airlines flights departing from Melbourne and landing in Colombo. Make sure to examine the flight information before completing your reservation.
Fri 18/1006:35MEL - CMB
1 stop22h 30mSingapore Airlines
Wed 6/1100:45CMB - MEL
1 stop26h 00mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 25/7$940
Sat 19/1006:35MEL - CMB
1 stop22h 30mSingapore Airlines
Wed 6/1100:45CMB - MEL
1 stop26h 00mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 25/7$1,027
Tue 15/1016:40MEL - CMB
1 stop12h 25mSingapore Airlines
Thu 31/1000:45CMB - MEL
1 stop59h 55mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 24/7$1,039
Tue 20/807:15MEL - CMB
1 stop20h 50mSingapore Airlines
Tue 27/800:50CMB - MEL
1 stop24h 40mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 25/7$1,106
Thu 1/807:15MEL - CMB
1 stop20h 50mSingapore Airlines
Tue 3/900:50CMB - MEL
1 stop28h 30mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 25/7$1,152

Cheap Melbourne to Colombo flights in July & August 2024

Find cheap flight options from Melbourne to Colombo specifically for the months of July and August 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 615,779 searches. Prices were last updated on 26 July 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights travelling from Melbourne to Colombo in July and August 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Thu 15/823:55MEL - CMB
2 stops26h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 31/823:15CMB - MEL
2 stops25h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/7$888
Thu 1/823:10MEL - CMB
1 stop15h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/823:15CMB - MEL
2 stops25h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/7$892
Thu 15/812:45MEL - CMB
2 stops25h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 17/822:55CMB - MEL
3 stops40h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/7$894
Sun 18/807:00MEL - CMB
1 stop19h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 28/822:55CMB - MEL
1 stop18h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/7$897
Thu 22/816:35AVV - CMB
2 stops21h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 27/810:40CMB - AVV
3 stops31h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/7$897
Thu 15/812:45MEL - CMB
2 stops37h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 17/810:40CMB - MEL
2 stops29h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/7$899
Sat 27/723:10MEL - CMB
1 stop27h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/810:40CMB - MEL
1 stop14h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/7$900
Sun 4/807:20MEL - CMB
1 stop30h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/822:55CMB - MEL
2 stops43h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/7$902
Thu 1/823:10MEL - CMB
1 stop27h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/810:40CMB - MEL
1 stop14h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/7$903

Melbourne to Colombo 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Melbourne and Colombo in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 615,779 searches. Data last updated 26 July 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights travelling from Melbourne to Colombo in July and August 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Thu 15/823:55MEL - CMB
2 stops26h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 31/823:15CMB - MEL
2 stops25h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/7$888
Mon 28/1012:50MEL - CMB
2 stops26h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 18/1110:40CMB - MEL
2 stops39h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/7$891
Mon 14/1013:45MEL - CMB
2 stops25h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/1123:00CMB - MEL
2 stops31h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/7$892
Thu 15/812:45MEL - CMB
2 stops25h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 17/822:55CMB - MEL
3 stops40h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/7$894
Sun 18/821:20MEL - CMB
2 stops16h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 28/822:55CMB - MEL
1 stop18h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/7$897
Thu 22/816:35AVV - CMB
2 stops21h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 27/810:40CMB - AVV
3 stops31h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/7$897
Thu 15/812:45MEL - CMB
2 stops37h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 17/810:40CMB - MEL
2 stops29h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/7$899
Sat 27/723:10MEL - CMB
1 stop27h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/810:40CMB - MEL
1 stop14h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/7$900
Sun 4/807:20MEL - CMB
1 stop30h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/822:55CMB - MEL
2 stops43h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/7$902

Direct flights to Colombo from Melbourne

Discover direct flight options from Melbourne to Colombo. Find direct flights with no stopovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore direct flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 615,779 searches. Data last updated 26 July 2024.
For a quicker trip, book one of these direct flights from Melbourne to Colombo. Users can also choose from other Melbourne to Colombo flights by using the search form above.
Fri 2/816:10MEL - CMB
Nonstop10h 45mSriLankan Airlines
Mon 19/800:25CMB - MEL
Nonstop9h 45mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 25/7$983
Mon 14/1016:10MEL - CMB
Nonstop11h 45mSriLankan Airlines
Wed 6/1100:35CMB - MEL
Nonstop9h 50mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 25/7$990
Tue 3/916:10MEL - CMB
Nonstop10h 45mSriLankan Airlines
Sun 22/900:25CMB - MEL
Nonstop9h 45mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 24/7$995
Fri 6/916:10MEL - CMB
Nonstop10h 45mSriLankan Airlines
Sun 15/900:25CMB - MEL
Nonstop9h 45mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 25/7$1,042
Thu 1/816:10MEL - CMB
Nonstop10h 45mSriLankan Airlines
Tue 6/800:25CMB - MEL
Nonstop9h 45mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 25/7$1,051
Fri 2/816:10MEL - CMB
Nonstop10h 45mSriLankan Airlines
Fri 9/800:25CMB - MEL
Nonstop9h 45mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 25/7$1,065
Thu 8/816:10MEL - CMB
Nonstop10h 45mSriLankan Airlines
Wed 14/800:25CMB - MEL
Nonstop9h 45mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 25/7$1,067
Sun 18/816:10MEL - CMB
Nonstop10h 45mSriLankan Airlines
Sat 24/800:25CMB - MEL
Nonstop9h 45mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 25/7$1,073
Mon 5/816:10MEL - CMB
Nonstop10h 45mSriLankan Airlines
Thu 8/800:25CMB - MEL
Nonstop9h 45mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 25/7$1,074

Melbourne to Colombo flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Melbourne to Colombo for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 615,779 searches. Data last updated 26 July 2024.
Have a look at some of the flights available from Melbourne to Colombo departing last-minute. Users should double check the flight they book to ensure it matches the day, time, and destination they're looking for.
Thu 1/823:10MEL - CMB
1 stop15h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/823:15CMB - MEL
2 stops25h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/7$892
Fri 2/821:20MEL - CMB
2 stops29h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 20/813:50CMB - MEL
3 stops35h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/7$894
Wed 31/707:00MEL - CMB
1 stop31h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/823:15CMB - MEL
2 stops25h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/7$897
Thu 1/823:10MEL - CMB
1 stop15h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/822:55CMB - MEL
2 stops30h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/7$900
Sun 4/807:20MEL - CMB
1 stop30h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/822:55CMB - MEL
2 stops43h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/7$902
Thu 1/823:10MEL - CMB
1 stop27h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/810:40CMB - MEL
1 stop14h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/7$903
Fri 2/808:00MEL - CMB
2 stops36h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 24/801:10CMB - MEL
2 stops47h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/7$909
Fri 2/821:20MEL - CMB
2 stops29h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 20/822:55CMB - MEL
2 stops26h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/7$912
Fri 2/821:20MEL - CMB
3 stops29h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 20/813:50CMB - MEL
3 stops35h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/7$917

One-way flights to Colombo from Melbourne

Search for one-way flight options from Melbourne to Colombo. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 615,779 searches. Data last updated 26 July 2024.
Users in need of a one-way flight from Melbourne to Colombo can choose from these deals. Users in need of a round-trip flight from Melbourne to Colombo instead should update the search form at the top of page.
Fri 9/807:00MEL - CMB
1 stop19h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/7$385
Fri 2/807:00MEL - CMB
1 stop19h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/7$388
Fri 9/807:00MEL - CMB
1 stop19h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/7$391
Sun 22/907:00MEL - CMB
1 stop19h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/7$393
Mon 5/812:45MEL - CMB
2 stops25h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/7$406
Mon 5/812:45MEL - CMB
2 stops25h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/7$410
Mon 5/823:10MEL - CMB
1 stop15h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/7$417
Fri 2/815:25MEL - CMB
2 stops46h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/7$432
Sun 22/907:00MEL - CMB
2 stops19h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/7$440

Find flights from Melbourne to Colombo within your budget

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 615,779 searches. Data last updated 26 July 2024.

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$888 - $1,125

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MelbourneColombo Bandaranaike Intl

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Thu 15/8

2 stops26h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 31/8

2 stops25h 45m

$888

MelbourneColombo Bandaranaike Intl

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Mon 14/10

2 stops25h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 4/11

2 stops31h 10m

$892

MelbourneColombo Bandaranaike Intl

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Thu 15/8

1 stop13h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 25/8

2 stops20h 35m

$894

MelbourneColombo Bandaranaike Intl

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Fri 2/8

1 stop36h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 19/8

2 stops28h 15m

$929

MelbourneColombo Bandaranaike Intl

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Fri 18/10

1 stop22h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 6/11

1 stop26h 00m

$940

MelbourneColombo Bandaranaike Intl

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Fri 2/8

Nonstop10h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 19/8

Nonstop9h 45m

$983

MelbourneColombo Bandaranaike Intl

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Mon 5/8

1 stop36h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 12/8

1 stop32h 00m

$989

MelbourneColombo Bandaranaike Intl

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Mon 5/8

1 stop28h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 8/8

1 stop16h 55m

$992

MelbourneColombo Bandaranaike Intl

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Wed 21/8

1 stop27h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 26/8

1 stop14h 40m

$1,125

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 25/7

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Colombo. Price data was last updated on 23 July 2024.
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.
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What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Colombo. Price data was last updated on 21 July 2024.
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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. Friday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Colombo

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Colombo from Melbourne with our price prediction graph.
Estimated return price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Temperature and rainfall in Colombo by month

Plan your trip to Colombo by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

CMB

Temperature

27 - 28 °C

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).

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 26 July 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Cathay Pacific, Singapore Airlines and SriLankan Airlines from Melbourne to Colombo by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,367 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

They changed my flight but didn't notify the other carrier. I can't do online check-in and had to wait 30 min to get it all sort out at the counter.

Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,367 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,367 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

They changed my flight but didn't notify the other carrier. I can't do online check-in and had to wait 30 min to get it all sort out at the counter.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,754 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,367 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

They changed my flight but didn't notify the other carrier. I can't do online check-in and had to wait 30 min to get it all sort out at the counter.

Cathay Pacific
7.8
Good
945 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,367 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

They changed my flight but didn't notify the other carrier. I can't do online check-in and had to wait 30 min to get it all sort out at the counter.

Qantas Airways
7.6
Good
902 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,367 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

They changed my flight but didn't notify the other carrier. I can't do online check-in and had to wait 30 min to get it all sort out at the counter.

Malaysia Airlines
7.4
Good
344 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,367 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

They changed my flight but didn't notify the other carrier. I can't do online check-in and had to wait 30 min to get it all sort out at the counter.

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport for under $900 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport for under $900. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $888, but on average you can expect to pay $905.

  • Are there direct flights from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport for under $1,000 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has 20 direct flights from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport under $1,000. A good price for a direct flight from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is less than $1,093.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport for under $900?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport within the next 7 days for less than $900.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport round-trip?

    Currently priced at $929, China Eastern will fly you from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport and back. In addition to China Eastern, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Users have found that China Eastern is 31% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $2,694 for a flight from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. The cheapest flight overall is $747 while the most popular route, (Melbourne - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl) is currently priced at $758.

  • What does MEL to CMB mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a MEL to CMB flight. This flight route has multiple associated airports, so we think it might be helpful to learn the name and codes of them as well. They are Melbourne Avalon Airport (AVV), Melbourne Essendon Airport (MEB), Melbourne Moorabbin Airport (MBW), Bendigo Airport (BXG).

  • 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, Marina Square, and Masjid Sultan are the most popular attractions in Singapore if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Sentosa, Marina Square, and Masjid Sultan can be visited by traveling about 21.6 km, 16.4 km, and 15.7 km respectively from Singapore Changi. Travellers in need of a car in Singapore can hire one for about $128 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 $47 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 $31.

  • 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Colombo that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Melbourne to Colombo flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Melbourne to Colombo with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Melbourne to Colombo flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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    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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Colombo that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Melbourne to Colombo offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Melbourne to Colombo?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Melbourne to Colombo flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight deals updated?

    The Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 26/7.

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

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

  • 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 $713). Flying from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,239). 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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