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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Sri Lanka from $531

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 16/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — CMB
7 Dec — 14 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Sri Lanka
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Sri Lanka. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 7 November 2025.

Wed 26/1110:00MEL - CMB
2 stops16h 40mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/222:50CMB - MEL
2 stops25h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/11$1,042
Sun 9/1113:10MEL - CMB
1 stop13h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/1103:00CMB - MEL
2 stops36h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11$1,045
Wed 3/1207:45MEL - CMB
3 stops31h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/1203:30CMB - MEL
2 stops20h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11$1,053
Tue 11/1107:45MEL - CMB
2 stops19h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 15/1123:10CMB - MEL
2 stops31h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11$1,056
Sun 23/1107:45MEL - CMB
2 stops19h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 14/1203:00CMB - MEL
3 stops45h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11$1,057
Sat 15/1113:10MEL - CMB
1 stop13h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/1217:15CMB - MEL
2 stops22h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,059
Sat 15/1113:10MEL - CMB
1 stop13h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/1217:15CMB - MEL
2 stops22h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,060
Tue 11/1108:40MEL - CMB
1 stop20h 20mCathay Pacific
Mon 17/1100:45CMB - MEL
1 stop16h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 6/11$1,062
Wed 12/1115:35MEL - CMB
1 stop37h 25mCathay Pacific
Wed 3/1200:45CMB - MEL
1 stop16h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 6/11$1,063
Fri 7/1107:45MEL - CMB
2 stops19h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/1109:10CMB - MEL
2 stops30h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11$1,065
Mon 10/1110:20AVV - CMB
2 stops28h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 24/1117:05CMB - AVV
2 stops24h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11$1,502
Tue 18/1106:00AVV - CMB
2 stops44h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 16/201:35CMB - AVV
2 stops40h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,813

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Sri Lanka

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Melbourne to Sri Lanka flight deals. Data was last updated 7 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,042

One-way from

$531

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,333
26/11-6/2
  • 26/11-6/2
  • 4 total stops
  • 42h 00m total
  • Melbourne to Sri Lanka
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16/11
  • 16/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 10m total
  • Melbourne to Sri Lanka
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price ($433 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($86 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Wed 22/4

09:35-22:55

2 stops17h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 11/5

00:05-08:10

1 stop27h 35m

$1,102

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Sat 28/2

00:35-23:30

1 stop28h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 15/3

12:15-18:10

1 stop24h 25m

$1,117

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Mon 16/3

15:10-23:35

1 stop13h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 18/3

00:40-20:45

1 stop14h 35m

$1,119

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Wed 25/2

09:35-23:35

2 stops43h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 14/3

00:40-12:05

2 stops29h 55m

$1,122

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Tue 3/3

00:30-23:35

1 stop28h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 19/3

00:40-20:45

1 stop14h 35m

$1,125

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Thu 26/2

15:10-23:35

1 stop13h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 12/3

00:40-09:25

1 stop27h 15m

$1,126

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Wed 25/2

15:10-23:35

1 stop13h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 12/3

00:40-09:25

1 stop27h 15m

$1,126

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Fri 13/3

00:30-23:35

1 stop28h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 28/3

00:40-12:05

2 stops29h 55m

$1,156

MelbourneColombo

AVV - CMB

AVVCMB

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 22/4

06:00-21:55

2 stops20h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 12/5

22:55-22:50

3 stops19h 25m

$1,191

MelbourneColombo

AVV - CMB

AVVCMB

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 25/3

08:10-02:00

3 stops23h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 28/4

22:55-22:50

3 stops19h 25m

$1,217

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Sri Lanka

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Sri Lanka from Melbourne with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne to Sri Lanka

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Sri Lanka (average of $819). Flying from Melbourne to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,259). 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 LK?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Sri Lanka. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 7 November 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Melbourne to Sri Lanka in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 64% 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 Sri Lanka?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Sri Lanka. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne to Sri Lanka flight should consider departing on Thursday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Sri Lanka

Explore weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Sri Lanka. 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 7 November 2025.

The most flights from ME1 to LK0 are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Sri Lanka

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sri Lanka. 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 Sri Lanka. Reviews last updated 7 November 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines, Thai Airways, andQantas Airways from Melbourne to Sri Lanka 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
8.1
Very Good
1,393 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.7

Comfort

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
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,393 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,393 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.7

Comfort

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
Thai Airways
7.8
Good
361 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,393 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.7

Comfort

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
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
929 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,393 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.7

Comfort

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
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
279 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,393 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.7

Comfort

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
SriLankan Airlines
6.9
Okay
76 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,393 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.7

Comfort

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 Melbourne to Sri Lanka?

    Departing from Melbourne to Sri Lanka will take you 17h 50m. Melbourne and Sri Lanka are separated by a distance of 8352 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Melbourne to Sri Lanka consider choosing Air Seychelles(78%), SriLankan Airlines(72%) or Ethiopian Air(72%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $3,323 for a flight from Melbourne to Sri Lanka. The cheapest flight overall is $579 while the most popular route, (Melbourne - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl) is currently priced at $728.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to Sri Lanka 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 Sri Lanka.

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Sri Lanka (average of $819). Flying from Melbourne to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,259). 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 10 airlines flying from Melbourne to Sri Lanka

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Sri Lanka. 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 7 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Cathay PacificCheapest$807Average$1,108FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air IndiaCheapest$809Average$832FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$825Average$1,165FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$864Average$1,263FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$902Average$1,280FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$949Average$1,235FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,015Average$1,279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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China EasternCheapest$1,054Average$1,536FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Thai AirwaysCheapest$1,130Average$1,330FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,152Average$1,390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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