Cheap flights from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from $381
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 30/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — CMB
23 Jul — 30 Jul1
Return
1 adult
Economy
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 Thursday and return on a Sunday
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 18 July 2025.
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 18 July 2025.
Fri 1/812:05MEL - CMB
1 stop13h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/819:30CMB - MEL
2 stops29h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/7$888
Mon 21/716:30MEL - CMB
Nonstop10h 45mSriLankan Airlines
Sat 6/900:45CMB - MEL
Nonstop9h 45mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 18/7$929
Tue 14/1019:15MEL - CMB
1 stop33h 50mSingapore Airlines
Thu 6/1100:45CMB - MEL
1 stop28h 35mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 17/7$930
Sun 7/906:00AVV - CMB
2 stops20h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 21/919:30CMB - AVV
3 stops22h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/7$984
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 18 July 2025.
Fri 1/812:05MEL - CMB
1 stop13h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/819:30CMB - MEL
2 stops29h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/7$888
Tue 14/1019:15MEL - CMB
1 stop33h 50mSingapore Airlines
Thu 6/1100:45CMB - MEL
1 stop28h 35mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 17/7$930
Sun 7/906:00AVV - CMB
2 stops20h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 21/919:30CMB - AVV
3 stops22h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/7$984
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 18 July 2025.
Wed 13/816:30MEL - CMB
Nonstop10h 45mSriLankan Airlines
Mon 1/900:45CMB - MEL
Nonstop9h 45mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 17/7$919
Last-minute flights from Melbourne to Colombo
Discover last-minute flight deals from Melbourne to Colombo. Data last updated 18 July 2025 and is based on user searches.
Mon 21/716:30MEL - CMB
Nonstop10h 45mSriLankan Airlines
Sat 6/900:45CMB - MEL
Nonstop9h 45mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 18/7$929
Wed 23/707:00MEL - CMB
1 stop19h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 15/822:55CMB - MEL
1 stop16h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/7$905
Wed 23/707:00MEL - CMB
2 stops45h 00mCathay Pacific
Thu 14/800:50CMB - MEL
1 stop16h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 18/7$1,330
Wed 23/710:35AVV - CMB
2 stops28h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 15/807:50CMB - AVV
2 stops27h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/7$1,637
Sun 27/711:00MEL - CMB
1 stop36h 30mChina Eastern
Sun 3/820:30CMB - MEL
1 stop32h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 18/7$1,091
Mon 28/716:30MEL - CMB
Nonstop10h 45mSriLankan Airlines
Wed 27/800:45CMB - MEL
Nonstop9h 45mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 18/7$1,024
Mon 28/713:25MEL - CMB
1 stop14h 00mMalaysia Airlines
Wed 27/800:05CMB - MEL
1 stop14h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 18/7$1,209
Mon 28/707:30MEL - CMB
2 stops19h 45mQantas Airways
Wed 27/801:50CMB - MEL
1 stop26h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 18/7$1,361
Fri 1/812:05MEL - CMB
1 stop13h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/819:30CMB - MEL
2 stops29h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/7$888
Tue 19/814:55AVV - CMB
2 stops23h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 22/919:30CMB - AVV
3 stops22h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/7$987
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 18 July 2025.
Wed 30/705:15MEL - CMB
1 stop32h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/7$381
Tue 7/1006:00AVV - CMB
2 stops33h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/7$404
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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 18 July 2025.
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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Melbourne
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Colombo
Route
Depart
Return
Price
MelbourneColombo
MEL - CMB
MELCMB
Melbourne
Fri 1/8
12:05-21:30
1 stop13h 55m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Mon 4/8
19:30-05:30
2 stops29h 30m
$888
MelbourneColombo
MEL - CMB
MELCMB
Melbourne
Tue 14/10
19:15-23:35
1 stop33h 50m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Thu 6/11
00:45-10:50
1 stop28h 35m
$930
MelbourneColombo
AVV - CMB
AVVCMB
Melbourne Avalon
Sun 7/9
06:00-21:55
2 stops20h 25m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Sun 21/9
19:30-22:50
3 stops22h 50m
$984
MelbourneColombo
MEL - CMB
MELCMB
Melbourne
Wed 30/7
05:15-09:40
1 stop32h 55m
$381
MelbourneColombo
AVV - CMB
AVVCMB
Melbourne Avalon
Tue 7/10
06:00-09:40
2 stops33h 10m
$404
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Deals found on 17/7
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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?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Colombo. Price data was last updated on 11 July 2025.
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 $682). Flying from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,180). 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 18 July 2025.
It’s typically best to fly out from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 12% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.
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 16 December 2024.
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
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 18 July 2025.
The most flights from ME1 to CMB are scheduled on a Wednesday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, 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?
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 18 July 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines 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.
Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles
Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles
Related info for your journey
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What is the cheapest airline to fly from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport round-trip?
Currently priced at $930, Singapore Airlines will fly you from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport and back. In addition to Singapore Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Users have found that Singapore Airlines is 25% 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 (56%), SriLankan Airlines (56%), Ethiopian Air( 56%).
What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
On average you can expect to pay $3,697 for a flight from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. The cheapest flight overall is $488 while the most popular route, (Melbourne - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl) is currently priced at $637.
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 Boat Quay are the most popular attractions in Singapore if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Sentosa, Merlion, and Boat Quay can be visited by traveling about 21.6 km, 16.9 km, and 17.3 km respectively from Singapore Changi. Travellers in need of a car in Singapore can hire one for about $126 per day.
What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Kuala Lumpur?
Petronas Towers, National Mosque of Malaysia, 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, National Mosque of Malaysia, and Berjaya Times Square, by travelling 46.6 km, 44.8 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 $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.
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 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?
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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 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 $682). Flying from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,180). 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.
Explore flights to Colombo departing from other origins. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 18 July 2025.
Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Colombo. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 18 July 2025.
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