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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Sri Lanka from $409

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 14/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — CMB
25 Apr — 2 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Sri Lanka

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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 26 March 2026.

Tue 25/813:00
MEL
-
CMB
1 stop26h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 11/917:15
CMB
-
MEL
2 stops22h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/3$910
Thu 27/809:30
MEL
-
CMB
2 stops17h 55m
Malaysia Airlines
Fri 11/911:20
CMB
-
MEL
2 stops20h 15m
Malaysia Airlines
Deal found 25/3$913
Mon 11/521:30
MEL
-
CMB
2 stops28h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 20/522:50
CMB
-
MEL
2 stops26h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/3$914
Mon 27/412:00
MEL
-
CMB
2 stops38h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 11/510:25
CMB
-
MEL
1 stop13h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/3$916
Thu 27/813:00
MEL
-
CMB
1 stop13h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 11/910:25
CMB
-
MEL
1 stop13h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/3$917
Wed 26/813:00
MEL
-
CMB
1 stop13h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 8/922:50
CMB
-
MEL
1 stop19h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/3$919
Fri 11/912:00
MEL
-
CMB
2 stops28h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 16/1022:50
CMB
-
MEL
1 stop26h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/3$920
Wed 26/813:00
MEL
-
CMB
1 stop13h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 11/910:25
CMB
-
MEL
1 stop13h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/3$922
Tue 28/709:15
MEL
-
CMB
2 stops18h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 20/911:20
CMB
-
MEL
2 stops20h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/3$923
Wed 26/813:00
MEL
-
CMB
1 stop13h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 12/922:50
CMB
-
MEL
1 stop24h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/3$926
Wed 29/700:30
MEL
-
CMB
1 stop13h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 20/910:25
CMB
-
MEL
1 stop13h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/3$927
Mon 11/514:55
AVV
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CMB
2 stops23h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 20/510:25
CMB
-
AVV
2 stops16h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/3$1,059

Find 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 26 March 2026.

Round-trip from

$910

One-way from

$411

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,118
25/8-11/9
  • 25/8-11/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 49h 05m total
  • Melbourne to Sri Lanka
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17/5
  • 17/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 20m total
  • Melbourne to Sri Lanka
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price ($373 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($76 potential savings vs. average return price).
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MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Sat 2/5

05:15-21:55

1 stop21h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 23/5

10:40-05:30

1 stop14h 20m

$1,091

MelbourneColombo

AVV - CMB

AVVCMB

Melbourne Avalon

Mon 11/5

16:40-09:25

2 stops21h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 25/5

22:50-22:50

2 stops19h 30m

$1,121

MelbourneColombo

AVV - CMB

AVVCMB

Melbourne Avalon

Thu 30/4

20:55-21:50

2 stops29h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 7/5

10:25-07:00

2 stops16h 05m

$1,157
Fastest return journey

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Fri 15/5

05:55-23:35

1 stop22h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 23/6

11:45-04:40

1 stop12h 25m

$1,216

MelbourneColombo

AVV - CMB

AVVCMB

Melbourne Avalon

Fri 10/4

20:55-21:50

2 stops29h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 26/4

22:50-07:00

2 stops27h 40m

$1,224

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Tue 25/8

21:30-19:00

1 stop26h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 12/9

22:10-09:00

3 stops30h 20m

$1,233

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Wed 26/8

11:00-21:10

3 stops38h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 9/9

20:30-09:00

1 stop32h 00m

$1,233

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Fri 24/7

21:30-19:00

1 stop26h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 10/8

22:10-09:00

2 stops30h 20m

$1,243

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Thu 14/5

21:30-18:20

2 stops49h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 26/5

22:10-12:40

2 stops34h 00m

$1,245

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Mon 6/7

21:30-21:10

3 stops28h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 21/7

22:10-10:00

3 stops31h 20m

$1,245

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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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Sri Lanka (average of $771). Flying from Melbourne to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,178). 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 26 March 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Melbourne to Sri Lanka in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 90% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

How often are flights from Melbourne to Sri Lanka delayed?

About 30% of weekly flights between Melbourne and Sri Lanka have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 142 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Melbourne to Sri Lanka 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?

Thursday 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 Melbourne to Sri Lanka flights?

Over the past year, SriLankan Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 30% of flights being delayed.

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 26 March 2026.
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
8.2
Very Good
1,484 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,484 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,484 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Thai Airways
7.8
Good
394 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,484 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,010 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,484 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
298 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,484 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
SriLankan Airlines
6.8
Okay
82 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,484 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.

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.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne to Sri Lanka?

    Departing from Melbourne to Sri Lanka will take you 22h 10m. 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 cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne to Sri Lanka one-way?

    $291 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from AirAsia X. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Jetstar and Batik Air, with prices starting from $344 and $398, respectively.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $1,634 for a flight from Melbourne to Sri Lanka. The cheapest flight overall is $440 while the most popular route, (Melbourne - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl) is currently priced at $794.

  • 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Sri Lanka (average of $771). Flying from Melbourne to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,178). 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 26 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$374Average$841FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air IndiaCheapest$609Average$1,123FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$751Average$1,114FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$807Average$1,117FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$906Average$1,234FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$917Average$1,164FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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China EasternCheapest$1,001Average$1,402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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IndiGoCheapest$1,068Average$1,444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,080Average$1,274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,089Average$1,345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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