How long is the flight from Melbourne to Sri Lanka?

Departing from Melbourne to Sri Lanka will take you 10h 20m. 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?

$333 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Jetstar. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Batik Air and Malaysia Airlines, with prices starting from $385 and $419, respectively.

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.

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).

What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Sri Lanka?

On average you can expect to pay $2,638 for a flight from Melbourne to Sri Lanka. The cheapest flight overall is $341 while the most popular route, (Melbourne - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl) is currently priced at $688.

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(85%), SriLankan Airlines(85%) or Ethiopian Air(85%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Melbourne to Sri Lanka?

Consider SriLankan Airlines, Singapore Airlines or Malaysia Airlines when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from Melbourne to Sri Lanka.

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.

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Discover carefully curated flight deals from Melbourne to Sri Lanka that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 5 September 2026.

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Round-trip from	$754
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Average price	$1,137

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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 $1,033). Flying from Melbourne to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,900). 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?

It’s typically best to fly out from Melbourne to Sri Lanka at midday. 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

The most flights from ME1 to LK0 are scheduled on a Thursday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

How often are flights from Melbourne to Sri Lanka delayed?

About 27% of weekly flights between Melbourne and Sri Lanka have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 117 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?

Monday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday 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 27% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne to Sri Lanka?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne to Sri Lanka, you should look to book at least 80 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

Reviews of airlines servicing Sri Lanka

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines,Thai Airways, andMalaysia Airlines 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

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1,593 reviews

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Matt,June 2026

SIN - CMB

Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello

Singapore Airlines

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Excellent

Matt,June 2026

SIN - CMB

Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello

Thai Airways

7.9

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418 reviews

Singapore Airlines

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8.0

Excellent

Matt,June 2026

SIN - CMB

Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello

Malaysia Airlines

7.3

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Singapore Airlines

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8.0

Excellent

Matt,June 2026

SIN - CMB

Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello

SriLankan Airlines

6.8

Okay

87 reviews

Singapore Airlines

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8.0

Excellent

Matt,June 2026

SIN - CMB

Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello

Jetstar

6.5

Okay

569 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8.2

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1,593 reviews

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1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Matt,June 2026

SIN - CMB

Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello

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How long is the flight from Melbourne to Sri Lanka?
Departing from Melbourne to Sri Lanka will take you 10h 20m. 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?
$333 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Jetstar. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Batik Air and Malaysia Airlines, with prices starting from $385 and $419, 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 Air Seychelles(85%), SriLankan Airlines(85%) or Ethiopian Air(85%), 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 $2,638 for a flight from Melbourne to Sri Lanka. The cheapest flight overall is $341 while the most popular route, (Melbourne - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl) is currently priced at $688.
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 $1,033). Flying from Melbourne to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,900). 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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Jetstar	Cheapest$354	Average$822	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Jetstar flights
VietJet Air	Cheapest$518	Average$1,750	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search VietJet Air flights
Qatar Airways	Cheapest$727	Average$1,644	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights
Virgin Australia	Cheapest$745	Average$1,297	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time80%	Search Virgin Australia flights
Malaysia Airlines	Cheapest$797	Average$1,102	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time67%	Search Malaysia Airlines flights
Singapore Airlines	Cheapest$805	Average$1,127	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time81%	Search Singapore Airlines flights
China Eastern	Cheapest$829	Average$1,236	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%	Search China Eastern flights
Cathay Pacific	Cheapest$896	Average$1,361	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Air India	Cheapest$899	Average$1,290	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Air India flights
SriLankan Airlines	Cheapest$989	Average$1,430	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search SriLankan Airlines flights

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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 5 September 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Melbourne to Sri Lanka at midday. 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

The most flights from ME1 to LK0 are scheduled on a Thursday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

How often are flights from Melbourne to Sri Lanka delayed?

About 27% of weekly flights between Melbourne and Sri Lanka have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 117 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?

Monday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday 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 27% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne to Sri Lanka?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne to Sri Lanka, you should look to book at least 80 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

Reviews of airlines servicing Sri Lanka

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines,Thai Airways, andMalaysia Airlines 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.

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What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Sri Lanka?

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

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