Cheap flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport from $426
This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMB — MEL
2 Nov — 9 Nov1
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1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Melbourne are usually found in September or March, booked 76 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday
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Cheapest flights from Colombo to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Colombo to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 3 October 2026.
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Best flights from Colombo to Melbourne
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Colombo to Melbourne that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 3 October 2026.
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Deal found 30/9$1,345
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Direct flights from Colombo to Melbourne
Explore direct flight options from Colombo to Melbourne based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 3 October 2026.
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Deal found 28/9$926
Last-minute flights from Colombo to Melbourne
Discover last-minute flight deals from Colombo to Melbourne. Data last updated 3 October 2026 and is based on user searches.
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Deal found 3/10$854
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Deal found 28/9$1,134
One-way flights from Colombo to Melbourne
Search for one-way flight options from Colombo to Melbourne. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 3 October 2026.
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Deal found 28/9$426
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ColomboMelbourne
CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - MEL Melbourne
CMBMEL
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Sat 28/11
19:55-11:05
Nonstop9h 40m
Melbourne
Wed 31/12
00:00-19:30
Nonstop0h 00m
$442
ColomboMelbourne
CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - MEL Melbourne
CMBMEL
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Wed 25/11
22:50-23:35
2 stops19h 15m
Melbourne
Wed 31/12
00:00-19:30
Nonstop0h 00m
$530
ColomboMelbourne
CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - MEL Melbourne
CMBMEL
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Wed 25/11
01:55-23:35
1 stop16h 10m
Melbourne
Wed 31/12
00:00-19:30
Nonstop0h 00m
$600
ColomboMelbourne
CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - MEL Melbourne
CMBMEL
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Fri 16/10
02:10-05:00
2 stops45h 20m
Melbourne
Wed 31/12
00:00-19:30
Nonstop0h 00m
$639
ColomboMelbourne
CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - MEL Melbourne
CMBMEL
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Sun 18/10
23:15-23:35
2 stops18h 50m
Melbourne
Wed 31/12
00:00-19:30
Nonstop0h 00m
$668
ColomboMelbourne
CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - MEL Melbourne
CMBMEL
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Fri 27/11
03:00-07:55
3 stops23h 25m
Melbourne
Wed 31/12
00:00-19:30
Nonstop0h 00m
$741
ColomboMelbourne
CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - MEL Melbourne
CMBMEL
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Tue 27/10
17:05-20:20
1 stop21h 45m
Melbourne
Wed 31/12
00:00-19:30
Nonstop0h 00m
$750
ColomboMelbourne
CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - MEL Melbourne
CMBMEL
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Wed 18/11
21:45-07:30
3 stops28h 15m
Melbourne
Wed 31/12
00:00-19:30
Nonstop0h 00m
$773
ColomboMelbourne
CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - MEL Melbourne
CMBMEL
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Sun 11/10
17:05-20:40
1 stop22h 05m
Melbourne
Wed 31/12
00:00-19:30
Nonstop0h 00m
$789
ColomboMelbourne
CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - MEL Melbourne
CMBMEL
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Sun 1/11
10:25-05:00
1 stop13h 05m
Melbourne
Mon 2/11
13:00-21:35
3 stops38h 05m
$855
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?
Booking 75 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?
Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport (average of $1,120). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,820). 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 CMB to MEL?
Find hourly flight availability from Colombo to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 3 October 2026.
When flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport flights typically cost between $1,001 and $1,578 in November.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $783 on Multiple Airlines (5 Nov–17 Nov).
How often are flights from Colombo to Melbourne delayed?
About 18% of weekly flights between Colombo and Melbourne have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 127 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Colombo to Melbourne 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 Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Colombo to Melbourne flights?
Over the past year, SriLankan Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 17% of flights being delayed.
What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?
Share of one-stop return flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.
Singapore (SIN) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 73% of one-stop itineraries from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?
Average return fare for one-stop flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.
Abu Dhabi (AUH) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of $1,162.
What’s the fastest stopover option from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?
Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Singapore (SIN) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 14h 58m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?
Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne 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 43m.
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How long is the flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?
Departing from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport will take you 18h 20m. The distance between Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport and Melbourne Airport is about 8352 km.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport round-trip?
Jetstar, at $389, was found to be the cheapest airline from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Etihad Airways and Qantas Airways. These flights start at 72% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport one-way?
The cheapest airline one-way is Jetstar, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $371. However, be on the lookout for offers from Batik Air and Etihad Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport for a low price.
What are the most reliable airlines from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?
The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport are Air Seychelles (77%), SriLankan Airlines (77%) and Ethiopian Air (77%).
What are the cheapest flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?
Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $410. While the most popular route (Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - Melbourne) can be booked for $682 on average, our data indicates $964 when flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport.
Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?
Most of the time, Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport flights that have stopovers will stop in Singapore. Bangkok is the second most popular location for stopovers on flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport.
What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Singapore?
The majority of Singapore visitors spend their time at Sentosa, Merlion, and Universal Studios Singapore. 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. Those on a stopover in Singapore in need of a car hire can book one at Singapore Changi for about $118.
What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Bangkok?
If you're on a stopover in Bangkok and looking for things to do, consider visiting Pratunam, Siam Square, or Thailand Cultural Center. Travellers on a stopover in Bangkok can visit Pratunam, Siam Square, and Thailand Cultural Center, by travelling 23.8 km, 24.2 km, and 21.1 km, respectively after landing at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi. Those landing in Bangkok looking to spend some time exploring during their stopover can hire a car for about $30 per day.
Where are the least popular stopover locations for Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport flights?
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport flights that have stopovers will least frequently stop in Bangkok.
Can I find deals for flights from Colombo to Melbourne that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Colombo to Melbourne flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Colombo to Melbourne?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Colombo to Melbourne.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Colombo to Melbourne?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Colombo to Melbourne 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 Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?
Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport (average of $1,120). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,820). 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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