Cheap flights from Sri Lanka to Melbourne from $588

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 30/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMB — MEL
6 Aug — 13 Aug1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Sri Lanka to Melbourne

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Sri Lanka to Melbourne flight deals. Data was last updated 1 August 2025.

Round-trip from

$923

One-way from

$588

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,614
15/8-15/11
  • 15/8-15/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 46h 15m total
  • Sri Lanka to Melbourne
AirAsia
  • AirAsia
  • 30/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 14h 20m total
  • Sri Lanka to Melbourne
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($373 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($84 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2025

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Cheapest flights from Sri Lanka to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sri Lanka to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 1 August 2025.

Fri 15/823:15CMB - MEL
2 stops25h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 15/1107:00MEL - CMB
1 stop20h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/7$923
Wed 27/819:30CMB - AVV
3 stops22h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 25/1110:20AVV - CMB
2 stops28h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/7$953
Thu 28/801:50CMB - AVV
2 stops31h 50mQantas Airways
Fri 7/1116:25AVV - CMB
2 stops48h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 30/7$1,228

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Fly from

Sri Lanka

Fly to

Melbourne

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 15/8

23:15-05:30

2 stops25h 45m

Melbourne

Sat 15/11

07:00-22:00

1 stop20h 30m

$923

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - AVV

CMBAVV

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 27/8

19:30-22:50

3 stops22h 50m

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 25/11

10:20-09:25

2 stops28h 35m

$953

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - AVV

CMBAVV

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 28/8

01:50-14:10

2 stops31h 50m

Melbourne Avalon

Fri 7/11

16:25-11:00

2 stops48h 05m

$1,228

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 30/9

10:40-05:30

1 stop14h 20m

$588

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - AVV

CMBAVV

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 19/8

22:55-22:50

3 stops19h 25m

$598

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 28/8

10:40-11:45

3 stops20h 35m

$601

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 5/9

00:50-22:15

1 stop16h 55m

$658

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 28/8

08:20-18:25

1 stop29h 35m

$712

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 14/11

00:40-07:45

1 stop25h 35m

$714

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 28/1

02:05-05:40

2 stops46h 05m

$819

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Best time to book a flight from Sri Lanka to Melbourne

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sri Lanka to Melbourne

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sri Lanka to Melbourne?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sri Lanka to Melbourne (average of $132). Flying from Sri Lanka to Melbourne 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 LK to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Sri Lanka 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 1 August 2025.

When flying from Sri Lanka to Melbourne, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Sri Lanka to Melbourne

Explore weekly flight availability from Sri Lanka to Melbourne. 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 1 August 2025.

The most flights from LK0 to ME1 are scheduled on a Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

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 1 August 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Cathay Pacific, Qantas Airways, andMalaysia Airlines from Sri Lanka to Melbourne 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

7.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Douglas,June 2025

MNL - HKG

Flight attendant was very helpful in finding something simple to eat as opposed to a full meal. I appreciated her efforts to make it a comfortable flight.

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Douglas,June 2025

MNL - HKG

Flight attendant was very helpful in finding something simple to eat as opposed to a full meal. I appreciated her efforts to make it a comfortable flight.

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Douglas,June 2025

MNL - HKG

Flight attendant was very helpful in finding something simple to eat as opposed to a full meal. I appreciated her efforts to make it a comfortable flight.

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Douglas,June 2025

MNL - HKG

Flight attendant was very helpful in finding something simple to eat as opposed to a full meal. I appreciated her efforts to make it a comfortable flight.

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Douglas,June 2025

MNL - HKG

Flight attendant was very helpful in finding something simple to eat as opposed to a full meal. I appreciated her efforts to make it a comfortable flight.

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Douglas,June 2025

MNL - HKG

Flight attendant was very helpful in finding something simple to eat as opposed to a full meal. I appreciated her efforts to make it a comfortable flight.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sri Lanka to Melbourne. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sri Lanka to Melbourne one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is AirAsia, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $588. However, be on the lookout for offers from Cathay Pacific and Air India, as they are both options that can get you from Sri Lanka to Melbourne for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Sri Lanka to Melbourne?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Sri Lanka to Melbourne are Air Seychelles (48%), SriLankan Airlines (48%) and Ethiopian Air (48%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sri Lanka to Melbourne?

    On average you can expect to pay $2,148 for a flight from Sri Lanka to Melbourne. The cheapest flight overall is $947 while the most popular route, (Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - Melbourne) is currently priced at $795.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sri Lanka to Melbourne that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Sri Lanka to Melbourne?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Sri Lanka to Melbourne?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sri Lanka 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 Sri Lanka to Melbourne?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sri Lanka to Melbourne (average of $132). Flying from Sri Lanka to Melbourne 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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Top 7 airlines flying from Sri Lanka to Melbourne

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Sri Lanka to Melbourne. 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 1 August 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,139Average$1,494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,171Average$1,428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,231Average$1,359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,269Average$1,547FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$1,278Average$1,499FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Thai AirwaysCheapest$1,311Average$1,460FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$1,579Average$1,876FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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