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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Sri Lanka from $388

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 3/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — CMB
2 Apr — 9 Apr1
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 3 March 2026.

Mon 9/322:35
MEL
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CMB
1 stop17h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 16/313:35
CMB
-
MEL
2 stops26h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/2$889
Sat 11/407:00
MEL
-
CMB
3 stops33h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 3/509:05
CMB
-
MEL
1 stop15h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/2$891
Mon 9/306:15
MEL
-
CMB
1 stop21h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 15/310:25
CMB
-
MEL
1 stop13h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/2$892
Thu 5/313:10
MEL
-
CMB
2 stops25h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 12/322:50
CMB
-
MEL
1 stop24h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/2$894
Mon 16/322:35
MEL
-
CMB
2 stops16h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 25/322:50
CMB
-
MEL
1 stop19h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/3$897
Thu 19/313:10
MEL
-
CMB
2 stops25h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 24/322:50
CMB
-
MEL
2 stops16h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/2$898
Mon 9/322:35
MEL
-
CMB
2 stops16h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 24/310:25
CMB
-
MEL
2 stops28h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/3$899
Thu 8/1014:00
MEL
-
CMB
1 stop13h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 25/1010:25
CMB
-
MEL
1 stop13h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/2$901
Mon 16/306:15
MEL
-
CMB
1 stop21h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 21/310:25
CMB
-
MEL
1 stop13h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/3$902
Tue 3/301:00
MEL
-
CMB
1 stop16h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/303:30
CMB
-
MEL
1 stop14h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/2$904
Sat 10/1014:00
MEL
-
CMB
1 stop13h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 23/1010:25
CMB
-
MEL
1 stop14h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/2$905
Fri 27/306:00
AVV
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CMB
2 stops32h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 3/409:05
CMB
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AVV
2 stops17h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/2$905

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 3 March 2026.

Round-trip from

$891

One-way from

$388

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,073
11/4-3/5
  • 11/4-3/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 48h 55m total
  • Melbourne to Sri Lanka
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3/5
  • 3/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 05m total
  • Melbourne to Sri Lanka
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price ($360 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($71 potential savings vs. average return price).
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MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Wed 11/3

01:00-09:25

1 stop13h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 19/3

22:50-05:00

1 stop24h 40m

$995

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Wed 1/7

21:45-09:25

1 stop16h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 1/8

22:50-05:30

1 stop26h 10m

$1,032

MelbourneColombo

AVV - CMB

AVVCMB

Melbourne Avalon

Sat 2/5

06:00-21:50

2 stops20h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 17/5

22:50-22:50

2 stops19h 30m

$1,079

MelbourneColombo

AVV - CMB

AVVCMB

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 8/4

16:40-21:50

2 stops33h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 18/4

22:50-22:50

2 stops19h 30m

$1,146

MelbourneColombo

AVV - CMB

AVVCMB

Melbourne Avalon

Sat 18/4

06:00-21:50

2 stops20h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 2/5

22:50-22:50

2 stops19h 30m

$1,151

MelbourneColombo

AVV - CMB

AVVCMB

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 7/4

14:55-09:25

2 stops23h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 19/4

22:50-22:50

2 stops19h 30m

$1,214

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Sun 5/4

11:00-19:00

1 stop36h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 19/4

20:30-12:40

1 stop35h 40m

$1,217

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Thu 26/3

01:00-09:25

1 stop13h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 14/4

10:25-05:30

1 stop14h 35m

$1,217

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Sun 5/4

11:00-19:00

1 stop36h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 26/4

20:30-12:40

1 stop35h 40m

$1,220

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Mon 6/7

11:00-21:10

2 stops38h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 16/7

22:10-10:00

3 stops31h 20m

$1,240

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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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Sri Lanka (average of $775). Flying from Melbourne to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,159). 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 3 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.

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 3 March 2026.

The most flights from ME1 to LK0 are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

How often are flights from Melbourne to Sri Lanka delayed?

About 31% of weekly flights between Melbourne and Sri Lanka have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 140 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 31% 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 3 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
1,465 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

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
1,465 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,465 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

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
389 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,465 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

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
1,001 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,465 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

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
293 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,465 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

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
80 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,465 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

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 36h 30m. Melbourne and Sri Lanka are separated by a distance of 8352 km.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne to Sri Lanka one-way?

    $285 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 $339 and $392, respectively.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $1,617 for a flight from Melbourne to Sri Lanka. The cheapest flight overall is $484 while the most popular route, (Melbourne - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl) is currently priced at $747.

  • 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 $775). Flying from Melbourne to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,159). 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 3 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$374Average$818FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$796Average$1,116FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$799Average$1,107FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$882Average$1,162FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$891Average$1,205FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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China EasternCheapest$981Average$1,374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,000Average$1,171FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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IndiGoCheapest$1,051Average$1,420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,053Average$1,230FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,078Average$1,372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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