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Cheap flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne from $509

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08:20 - 21:20CMB-MEL
31h 30m3 stops
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16:00 - 09:25MEL-CMB
22h 55m2 stops
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Wed, 19 Nov - Wed, 26 Nov
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10:25 - 05:00CMB-MEL
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01:30 - 15:50MEL-CMB
19h 50m2 stops
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Sun, 23 Nov - Sun, 22 Feb
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10:25 - 05:00CMB-MEL
13h 05m1 stop
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01:00 - 09:25MEL-CMB
13h 55m1 stop
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Sun, 7 Dec - Tue, 27 Jan
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22:50 - 23:35CMB-MEL
19h 15m2 stops
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13:10 - 21:10MEL-CMB
13h 30m1 stop
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Mon, 23 Feb - Sat, 7 Mar
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23:10 - 23:35CMB-MEL
18h 55m2 stops
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13:10 - 21:10MEL-CMB
13h 30m1 stop
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Tue, 9 Dec - Sun, 1 Feb
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22:50 - 23:35CMB-MEL
19h 15m2 stops
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13:10 - 21:10MEL-CMB
13h 30m1 stop
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Thu, 26 Feb - Sun, 1 Mar
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22:50 - 23:45CMB-MEL
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Tue, 25 Nov - Wed, 18 Feb
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10:25 - 08:30CMB-MEL
16h 35m2 stops
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22:35 - 11:00MEL-CMB
17h 55m1 stop
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Tue, 18 Nov - Mon, 12 Jan
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01:35 - 15:50CMB-AVV
32h 45m2 stops
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34h 30m2 stops
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01:35 - 14:10CMB-AVV
31h 05m2 stops
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Qantas Airways flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne

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Qantas Airways
24 Nov
CMB01:35Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
32h 45m
2 stops
AVV15:50Melbourne Avalon
19 Feb
AVV06:00Melbourne Avalon
34h 30m
2 stops
CMB11:00Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
$1,277
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Qantas Airways
7 Dec
CMB01:35Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
31h 05m
2 stops
AVV14:10Melbourne Avalon
26 Feb
AVV16:25Melbourne Avalon
48h 05m
2 stops
CMB11:00Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
$1,286
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Qantas Airways
11 Dec
CMB01:35Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
32h 45m
2 stops
AVV15:50Melbourne Avalon
13 Jan
AVV20:55Melbourne Avalon
36h 50m
2 stops
CMB04:15Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
$1,471
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ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 19/11

08:20-21:20

3 stops31h 30m

Melbourne

Wed 26/11

16:00-09:25

2 stops22h 55m

$1,079

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 23/11

10:25-05:00

1 stop13h 05m

Melbourne

Sun 22/2

01:30-15:50

2 stops19h 50m

$1,080

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 7/12

10:25-05:00

1 stop13h 05m

Melbourne

Tue 27/1

01:00-09:25

1 stop13h 55m

$1,082

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 23/2

22:50-23:35

2 stops19h 15m

Melbourne

Sat 7/3

13:10-21:10

1 stop13h 30m

$1,083

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 9/12

23:10-23:35

2 stops18h 55m

Melbourne

Sun 1/2

13:10-21:10

1 stop13h 30m

$1,085

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 26/2

22:50-23:35

2 stops19h 15m

Melbourne

Sun 1/3

13:10-21:10

1 stop13h 30m

$1,086

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 25/11

22:50-23:45

1 stop19h 25m

Melbourne

Wed 18/2

01:30-15:50

2 stops19h 50m

$1,088

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 18/11

10:25-08:30

2 stops16h 35m

Melbourne

Mon 12/1

22:35-11:00

1 stop17h 55m

$1,090

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - AVV

CMBAVV

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 24/11

01:35-15:50

2 stops32h 45m

Melbourne Avalon

Thu 19/2

06:00-11:00

2 stops34h 30m

$1,277

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - AVV

CMBAVV

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 7/12

01:35-14:10

2 stops31h 05m

Melbourne Avalon

Thu 26/2

16:25-11:00

2 stops48h 05m

$1,286

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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 $1,533. 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 $1,554.

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 $1,825. 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 $1,927.

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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 $732. Flights to Melbourne are more costly in the evening, with an average ticket price of $1,859. Departure times in the evening fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

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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 $1,729 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 $1,371 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time

4h 20m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Melbourne

2 airports
The fastest flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne takes 4h 20m
Direct flights go from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne every day.
There are 2 airports near Melbourne: Melbourne Avalon (AVV), 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.

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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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