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Cheap flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne from $497

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09:05 - 07:55CMB-MEL
17h 20m2 stops
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01:30 - 09:25MEL-CMB
37h 25m3 stops
$1,032Multiple Airlines
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Sun, 1 Feb - Sat, 28 Feb
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00:20 - 05:00CMB-MEL
23h 10m1 stop
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21:45 - 21:55MEL-CMB
28h 40m1 stop
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Sat, 25 Oct - Sat, 25 Apr
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10:25 - 05:00CMB-MEL
13h 05m1 stop
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07:45 - 21:50MEL-CMB
19h 35m2 stops
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Fri, 31 Oct - Sun, 16 Nov
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03:00 - 05:00CMB-MEL
20h 30m2 stops
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07:45 - 09:25MEL-CMB
31h 10m2 stops
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Sat, 8 Nov - Sun, 16 Nov
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22:50 - 23:45CMB-MEL
19h 25m1 stop
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07:00 - 17:35MEL-CMB
16h 05m2 stops
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Wed, 29 Oct - Sun, 16 Nov
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22:50 - 23:45CMB-MEL
19h 25m1 stop
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07:45 - 09:25MEL-CMB
31h 10m2 stops
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Wed, 26 Nov - Wed, 3 Dec
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09:05 - 07:55CMB-MEL
17h 20m2 stops
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06:15 - 02:00MEL-CMB
25h 15m2 stops
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Sun, 1 Feb - Sun, 1 Mar
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10:25 - 05:00CMB-MEL
13h 05m1 stop
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07:00 - 09:25MEL-CMB
31h 55m2 stops
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Fri, 31 Oct - Sun, 16 Nov
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07:30 - 14:10CMB-AVV
25h 10m2 stops
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06:00 - 11:00AVV-CMB
34h 30m2 stops
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01:35 - 15:50CMB-AVV
32h 45m2 stops
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16:25 - 11:00AVV-CMB
48h 05m2 stops
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China Eastern flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne

Our best China Eastern deals on Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne flight tickets
China Eastern
15 Oct
CMB22:10Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
54h 20m
3 stops
MEL10:00Melbourne
22 Oct
MEL12:00Melbourne
36h 30m
1 stop
CMB19:00Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
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China Eastern
15 Oct
CMB22:10Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
55h 20m
2 stops
MEL11:00Melbourne
22 Oct
MEL12:00Melbourne
36h 30m
1 stop
CMB19:00Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
$1,256
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China Eastern
16 Oct
CMB20:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
35h 40m
1 stop
MEL13:40Melbourne
23 Oct
MEL13:00Melbourne
35h 30m
2 stops
CMB19:00Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
$1,351
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Qantas Airways flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne

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Qantas Airways
8 Dec
CMB07:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
25h 10m
2 stops
AVV14:10Melbourne Avalon
3 Feb
AVV06:00Melbourne Avalon
34h 30m
2 stops
CMB11:00Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
$1,142
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Qantas Airways
8 Nov
CMB01:35Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
32h 45m
2 stops
AVV15:50Melbourne Avalon
14 Nov
AVV16:25Melbourne Avalon
48h 05m
2 stops
CMB11:00Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
$1,268
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Qantas Airways
22 Nov
CMB01:35Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
32h 45m
2 stops
AVV15:50Melbourne Avalon
31 May
AVV06:00Melbourne Avalon
38h 15m
2 stops
CMB15:45Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
$1,393
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ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 1/2

09:05-07:55

2 stops17h 20m

Melbourne

Sat 28/2

01:30-09:25

3 stops37h 25m

$1,032

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 25/10

00:20-05:00

1 stop23h 10m

Melbourne

Sat 25/4

21:45-21:55

1 stop28h 40m

$1,034

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 31/10

10:25-05:00

1 stop13h 05m

Melbourne

Sun 16/11

07:45-21:50

2 stops19h 35m

$1,035

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 8/11

03:00-05:00

2 stops20h 30m

Melbourne

Sun 16/11

07:45-09:25

2 stops31h 10m

$1,037

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 29/10

22:50-23:45

1 stop19h 25m

Melbourne

Sun 16/11

07:00-17:35

2 stops16h 05m

$1,038

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 26/11

22:50-23:45

1 stop19h 25m

Melbourne

Wed 3/12

07:45-09:25

2 stops31h 10m

$1,040

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 1/2

09:05-07:55

2 stops17h 20m

Melbourne

Sun 1/3

06:15-02:00

2 stops25h 15m

$1,043

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 31/10

10:25-05:00

1 stop13h 05m

Melbourne

Sun 16/11

07:00-09:25

2 stops31h 55m

$1,044

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - AVV

CMBAVV

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 8/12

07:30-14:10

2 stops25h 10m

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 3/2

06:00-11:00

2 stops34h 30m

$1,142

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - AVV

CMBAVV

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 8/11

01:35-15:50

2 stops32h 45m

Melbourne Avalon

Fri 14/11

16:25-11:00

2 stops48h 05m

$1,268

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne?

In general, March is the cheapest month to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $1,538. If you aren’t able to travel to Melbourne during the month of March, then flying in August is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $1,558.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Melbourne?

Our data shows that Sunday is the least expensive day to fly to Melbourne. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $1,828. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Friday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Melbourne on Friday is $1,914.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Melbourne?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Melbourne is at midday. Flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne during this time can be as low as $734. Flights to Melbourne are more costly in the evening, with an average ticket price of $1,871. Departure times in the evening fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

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

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You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Melbourne from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Melbourne for around $1,737 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Melbourne from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport for as low as $1,375 on momondo.

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

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Fastest flight time

9h 45m

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Every day

Airports in Melbourne

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The fastest flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne takes 9h 45m
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There is 1 airport near Melbourne: Melbourne (MEL)
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  • How far is Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Melbourne by plane?

    The straight-line distance from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Melbourne is 8368.1 km. Typically, this will take 13h 05m by plane in normal conditions.

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

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    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Melbourne?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Melbourne trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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