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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from $230

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport departing on 5/5. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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12:05 pm - 10:45 pmMEL-CMB
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Mon, Aug 11 - Sun, Aug 17
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12:35 am - 11:35 pmMEL-CMB
28h 30m1 stop
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12:45 am - 5:45 amCMB-MEL
23h 30m1 stop
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11:30 pm - 10:55 pmMEL-CMB
27h 55m1 stop
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12:05 am - 7:15 pmCMB-MEL
14h 40m1 stop
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9:15 am - 11:35 pmMEL-CMB
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26h 05m1 stop
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1:25 pm - 10:55 pmMEL-CMB
14h 00m1 stop
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12:05 am - 7:15 pmCMB-MEL
14h 40m1 stop
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4:30 pm - 10:45 pmMEL-CMB
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12:45 am - 3:00 pmCMB-MEL
9h 45mnonstop
$665SriLankan Airlines
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4:30 pm - 10:45 pmMEL-CMB
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12:45 am - 3:00 pmCMB-MEL
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12:05 pm - 10:45 pmMEL-CMB
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Malaysia Airlines flights from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

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Malaysia Airlines
Aug 6
MEL11:30 pmMelbourne
27h 55m
1 stop
CMB10:55 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl
Sep 7
CMB12:05 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl
14h 40m
1 stop
MEL7:15 pmMelbourne
Malaysia Airlines
May 12
MEL1:25 pmMelbourne
14h 00m
1 stop
CMB10:55 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl
May 18
CMB12:05 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl
14h 40m
1 stop
MEL7:15 pmMelbourne
Malaysia Airlines
May 17
MEL11:30 pmMelbourne
27h 55m
1 stop
CMB10:55 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl
May 27
CMB12:05 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl
14h 40m
1 stop
MEL7:15 pmMelbourne

China Eastern flights from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

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China Eastern
May 17
MEL11:00 amMelbourne
36h 30m
1 stop
CMB7:00 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl
May 24
CMB8:30 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl
32h 00m
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MEL9:00 amMelbourne
China Eastern
May 17
MEL11:00 amMelbourne
36h 30m
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CMB7:00 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl
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CMB8:30 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl
32h 00m
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MEL9:00 amMelbourne
China Eastern
May 16
MEL11:00 amMelbourne
36h 30m
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CMB7:00 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl
May 24
CMB8:30 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl
32h 00m
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MEL9:00 amMelbourne

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Melbourne Airport and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

If you aren’t able to travel during the month of August, then book flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from Melbourne Airport during May instead. Flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in May, while not as cheap as those in August, still average around $716.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from Melbourne Airport is on a Saturday. momondo users have found tickets for Saturday departures for as low as $787. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. When flying out on a Thursday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport for around $1,144.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

In the evening is the cheapest time of day to fly from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport when you can find flight prices for as low as $735. Flying to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in the evening is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. In the morning is when there is more demand to fly to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, so prices are often more expensive at around $1,225 per ticket.

What is the cheapest Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from Melbourne Airport when booking 26 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport for around $824 when searching 26 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from Melbourne Airport for as low as $748 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl flights?

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of April 2025, prices for Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights are approximately 13% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Best Price Found

$230

Fastest flight time

10h 45m

Direct flights

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The best one-way flight to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from Melbourne Airport in the past 72 hours is $230. The best round-trip flight deal from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $435.
The fastest flight from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport takes 10h 45m
Direct flights go from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday. The only airline offering direct flights is SriLankan Airlines.

  • How far is Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl by plane?

    The straight-line distance from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl is 5189.7 mi. By plane, this route typically takes 10h 45m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport were last updated today.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    The required travel and health documents for your Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Best airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom $593Free CancellationRating
8.1
1,288 reviews
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Malaysia AirlinesPriceFrom $638Free CancellationRating
7.3
253 reviews
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SriLankan AirlinesPriceFrom $671Free CancellationRating
6.8
73 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $705Free CancellationRating
7.5
819 reviews
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Thai AirwaysPriceFrom $849Free CancellationRating
7.7
323 reviews
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  • SriLankan Airlines Flights From Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

    The lowest priced SriLankan Airlines flight from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from the last 72 hours was $671. Generally, SriLankan Airlines has 7 flights on this route every week with an average price of $1,021. SriLankan Airlines is rated 6.8/10 by our users.


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