Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Sri Lanka from $390

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 2/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — CMB
17 Oct — 24 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

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 17 September 2025.

Round-trip from

$857

One-way from

$408

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,187

Good round-trip deal

$1,063 or less

Good one-way deal

$663 or less
4/10-15/10
  • 4/10-15/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 41h 30m total
  • Melbourne to Sri Lanka
8/11
  • 8/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 27h 20m total
  • Melbourne to Sri Lanka
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price ($406 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($78 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Melbourne to Sri Lanka.
Price to beat on a one-way flight 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 17 September 2025.

Sat 4/1021:45MEL - CMB
1 stop16h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 15/1022:55CMB - MEL
1 stop25h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9$857
Sun 2/1107:00MEL - CMB
1 stop20h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/1123:00CMB - MEL
3 stops25h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9$859
Sun 2/1107:00MEL - CMB
1 stop20h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/1123:00CMB - MEL
3 stops40h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9$860
Sat 1/1113:10MEL - CMB
1 stop13h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/1123:00CMB - MEL
2 stops19h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9$862
Mon 24/1101:30MEL - CMB
2 stops37h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/1223:00CMB - MEL
1 stop16h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9$865
Fri 24/1007:00MEL - CMB
2 stops20h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 16/1123:00CMB - MEL
2 stops19h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/9$868
Wed 29/1013:20MEL - CMB
2 stops25h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/1109:05CMB - MEL
2 stops30h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/9$869
Mon 3/1122:35MEL - CMB
3 stops28h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/1123:00CMB - MEL
3 stops25h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/9$871
Wed 15/1008:00MEL - CMB
2 stops19h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 15/1123:00CMB - MEL
2 stops19h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9$875
Wed 15/1007:00MEL - CMB
1 stop20h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 22/1010:40CMB - MEL
2 stops39h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9$878
Sat 18/1022:45MEL - CMB
1 stop16h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 22/1010:40CMB - MEL
2 stops39h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/9$881

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Melbourne

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Sri Lanka

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Wed 11/3

16:40-10:45

1 stop23h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 26/3

12:15-18:10

1 stop24h 25m

$899

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Wed 11/3

00:30-23:35

1 stop28h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 18/3

00:40-20:45

1 stop14h 35m

$975

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Wed 11/3

00:35-10:45

1 stop15h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 19/3

12:15-18:10

1 stop24h 25m

$995

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Fri 13/3

00:30-23:35

1 stop28h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 28/3

00:40-20:15

1 stop14h 05m

$996

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Wed 11/2

10:35-23:30

1 stop18h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 31/3

11:45-12:00

1 stop18h 45m

$999

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Mon 23/2

16:40-10:45

1 stop23h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 1/3

12:15-12:10

1 stop18h 25m

$1,025

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Wed 11/2

08:35-23:30

2 stops20h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 30/3

01:10-23:15

1 stop16h 35m

$1,178

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Tue 14/10

14:25-23:30

2 stops38h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 11/11

00:45-23:00

1 stop16h 45m

$1,208

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Sun 15/3

00:45-23:30

1 stop28h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 18/3

00:45-16:10

2 stops33h 55m

$1,211

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Sun 1/3

00:45-23:30

1 stop28h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 15/3

00:45-11:55

2 stops29h 40m

$1,235

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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 Airport to Sri Lanka

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Sri Lanka (average of $680). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,194). 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 17 September 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Melbourne Airport 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 17 September 2025.

The most flights from MEL to LK0 are scheduled on a Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, 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 17 September 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Thai Airways, andQantas Airways from Melbourne Airport to Sri Lanka have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

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

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

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

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

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

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

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

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

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

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

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 Airport to Sri Lanka?

    There are many flights that can get you from Melbourne Airport to Sri Lanka in 23h 35m. Fly via Singapore Airlines or Malaysia Airlines to get the fastest option. Melbourne Airport and Sri Lanka are separated by a distance of 8352 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Melbourne Airport to Sri Lanka are Air Seychelles (67%), SriLankan Airlines (67%) and Ethiopian Air (67%).

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

    While on average a flight from Melbourne Airport to Sri Lanka is generally $2,826, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $579. When looking at the most popular route, (Melbourne - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl), you can expect to pay $737 for that flight.

  • 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 Airport to Sri Lanka?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Sri Lanka (average of $680). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,194). 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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air IndiaCheapest$779Average$810FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Cathay PacificCheapest$786Average$1,067FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$823Average$1,184FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$850Average$1,256FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$878Average$1,242FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$929Average$1,229FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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China EasternCheapest$947Average$1,344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,000Average$1,332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Thai AirwaysCheapest$1,090Average$1,281FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,112Average$1,286FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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