Cheap flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport from $483

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 20/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMB — MEL
18 Oct — 25 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Melbourne are usually found in March or August, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Colombo to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Colombo (CMB) to Melbourne (MEL). 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 September 2025.

Round-trip from

$916

One-way from

$483

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,668

Good round-trip deal

$1,619 or less

Good one-way deal

$997 or less
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 10/11-7/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 29h 10m total
  • Colombo to Melbourne
20/10
  • 20/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 20m total
  • Colombo to Melbourne
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($344 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($78 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Melbourne.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Melbourne.

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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 18 September 2025.

Mon 10/1123:00CMB - MEL
1 stop16h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 7/216:40MEL - CMB
1 stop12h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9$916
Sat 1/1110:25CMB - MEL
2 stops39h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/1113:10MEL - CMB
1 stop13h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/9$920
Mon 20/1022:55CMB - MEL
2 stops32h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/101:30MEL - CMB
2 stops26h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/9$925
Mon 3/1123:00CMB - MEL
2 stops39h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 28/222:35MEL - CMB
1 stop17h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/9$929
Sat 1/1123:00CMB - MEL
2 stops26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Fri 7/1113:10MEL - CMB
1 stop13h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9$932
Thu 30/1023:00CMB - MEL
1 stop25h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 7/1113:10MEL - CMB
1 stop27h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/9$941
Wed 29/1023:00CMB - MEL
2 stops26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 15/1113:10MEL - CMB
1 stop13h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9$946
Wed 15/1003:30CMB - MEL
2 stops20h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 15/107:00MEL - CMB
1 stop20h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9$950

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport that are best for you.

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Colombo

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Melbourne

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Price

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 5/12

23:00-23:35

2 stops19h 05m

Melbourne

Tue 30/12

17:55-22:00

2 stops33h 35m

$1,069

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 19/10

22:55-21:20

1 stop16h 55m

Melbourne

Wed 12/11

22:45-09:25

1 stop16h 10m

$1,156

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 22/12

10:25-05:30

1 stop13h 35m

Melbourne

Tue 13/1

22:45-09:25

1 stop16h 10m

$1,211

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 20/12

23:00-05:30

1 stop25h 00m

Melbourne

Sun 11/1

22:45-09:25

1 stop16h 10m

$1,216

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 15/3

17:05-18:55

1 stop20h 20m

Melbourne

Wed 18/3

20:30-16:05

1 stop25h 05m

$1,247

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 15/1

10:25-17:00

2 stops25h 05m

Melbourne

Tue 20/1

22:45-09:25

1 stop16h 10m

$1,256

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 2/11

00:40-09:25

1 stop27h 15m

Melbourne

Sat 28/2

08:45-23:35

1 stop20h 20m

$1,274

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 14/3

00:40-07:15

1 stop25h 05m

Melbourne

Wed 18/3

08:45-23:35

1 stop20h 20m

$1,327

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 15/11

00:40-09:25

1 stop27h 15m

Melbourne

Sun 8/2

00:30-23:35

1 stop28h 35m

$1,328

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 31/10

00:45-12:30

1 stop30h 15m

Melbourne

Thu 6/11

00:45-23:30

1 stop28h 15m

$1,357

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Best time to book a flight from Colombo to Melbourne

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Colombo to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 12 September 2025.

Booking 73 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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 18 September 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport at midday. Doing so could potentially save you 61% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated 18 September 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines, Thai Airways, andQantas Airways from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered

Related info for your journey

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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 20h 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?

    Cathay Pacific, at $1,066, was found to be the cheapest airline from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Qantas Airways and Singapore Airlines. These flights start at 37% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • 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 $895. While the most popular route (Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - Melbourne) can be booked for $788 on average, our data indicates $1,933 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?

  • 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 Sim Lim Square. Sentosa, Merlion, and Sim Lim Square can be visited by traveling about 21.6 km, 16.9 km, and 16.3 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 $127.

  • 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, Thailand Cultural Center, or Siam Square. Travellers on a stopover in Bangkok can visit Pratunam, Thailand Cultural Center, and Siam Square, by travelling 23.8 km, 21.1 km, and 24.2 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?

  • 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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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