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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Sri Lanka from $373

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 9/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — CMB
5 Mai — 12 Mai1
1 adult

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 30 April 2025.

Round-trip from

$881

One-way from

$373

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,299
13/6-27/6
  • 13/6-27/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 30m total
  • Melbourne to Sri Lanka
9/5
  • 9/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 25m total
  • Melbourne to Sri Lanka
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price ($470 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($90 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Sri Lanka

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 30 April 2025.

Fr 13/607:00MEL - CMB
1 stop19h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fr 27/622:55CMB - MEL
1 stop26h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4$881
Mo 20/1000:35MEL - CMB
1 stop28h 30mSingapore Airlines
Mo 3/1100:45CMB - MEL
1 stop26h 00mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 29/4$963
Sa 1/1109:00MEL - CMB
1 stop20h 05mMalaysia Airlines
Fr 5/1200:40CMB - MEL
1 stop27h 15mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 29/4$965
Mi 14/516:30MEL - CMB
Nonstop10h 45mSriLankan Airlines
Di 20/500:45CMB - MEL
Nonstop9h 45mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 29/4$982
Di 5/814:55AVV - CMB
2 stops23h 15mMultiple Airlines
Di 19/810:40CMB - AVV
2 stops24h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/4$1,045
Mo 2/607:25MEL - CMB
1 stop20h 35mCathay Pacific
Di 17/600:50CMB - MEL
1 stop16h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 30/4$1,052
Do 1/511:00MEL - CMB
1 stop36h 30mChina Eastern
Do 8/520:30CMB - MEL
1 stop35h 40mChina Eastern
Deal found 30/4$1,077
Mo 4/806:00AVV - CMB
2 stops20h 00mQantas Airways
Fr 10/1001:50CMB - AVV
2 stops26h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 29/4$9,563

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne to Sri Lanka that are best for you.

Fly from

Melbourne

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Sri Lanka

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Fr 13/6

07:00-21:55

1 stop19h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fr 27/6

22:55-05:30

1 stop26h 05m

$881

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Mi 14/5

16:30-22:45

Nonstop10h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mo 26/5

00:45-15:00

Nonstop9h 45m

$982

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Di 27/5

13:25-22:55

1 stop14h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fr 20/6

00:05-08:10

1 stop27h 35m

$990

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Mo 2/6

07:25-23:30

1 stop20h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Di 17/6

00:50-22:15

1 stop16h 55m

$1,052

MelbourneColombo

AVV - CMB

AVVCMB

Melbourne Avalon

Di 6/5

16:40-20:30

3 stops32h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mo 12/5

03:30-16:05

3 stops32h 05m

$1,059

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Fr 18/7

13:00-23:35

1 stop15h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fr 22/8

00:50-11:00

1 stop29h 40m

$1,109

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

So 1/6

11:00-19:00

1 stop36h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mo 16/6

22:10-09:00

3 stops54h 20m

$1,130

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Fr 9/5

07:00-21:55

1 stop19h 25m

$373

MelbourneColombo

AVV - CMB

AVVCMB

Melbourne Avalon

Do 15/5

20:55-21:55

2 stops29h 30m

$490

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Mi 7/5

16:30-22:45

Nonstop10h 45m

$589

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Sri Lanka

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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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Sri Lanka (average of $682). Flying from Melbourne to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,221). 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 30 April 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Melbourne to Sri Lanka as you normally would.

Rainfall in Sri Lanka by month

Plan your trip to Sri Lanka by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Sri Lanka ranges from 60.0 - 350.0 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 350.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Sri Lanka when rainfall is around 60.0 mm.

Temperature in Sri Lanka by month

Plan your trip to Sri Lanka by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Sri Lanka, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, March is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 27.0 C).

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 30 April 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific and Qantas Airways from Melbourne to Sri Lanka to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Sri Lanka. 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 Melbourne to Sri Lanka one-way?

    $589 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from SriLankan Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on AirAsia X and China Eastern, with prices starting from $678 and $732, respectively.

  • 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 SriLankan Airlines(66%), Ethiopian Air(66%) or Air Seychelles(63%), 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 $2,759 for a flight from Melbourne to Sri Lanka. The cheapest flight overall is $463 while the most popular route, (Melbourne - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl) is currently priced at $684.

  • 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.

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

    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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Sri Lanka (average of $682). Flying from Melbourne to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,221). 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 30 April 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$796Average$1,212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Air IndiaCheapest$811Average$844FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Cathay PacificCheapest$816Average$1,058FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$909Average$1,465FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$915Average$1,336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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China EasternCheapest$957Average$1,239FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$967Average$1,265FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,022Average$1,792FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Thai AirwaysCheapest$1,133Average$1,514FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,149Average$1,438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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