Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Colombo from $359
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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?
In general, May is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $1,035. If you are unable to visit Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport during the month of May, then departing from Melbourne Airport during the month August is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $1,064.
What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Our data shows that Thursday is the least expensive day to fly to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $1,191. When flying out on a Saturday, 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 $1,258.
What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is in the afternoon. Flights from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport during this time can be as low as $1,216. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the evening when prices are $1,371 on average. Flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from Melbourne Airport in the evening are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.
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 15 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport for around $1,245 when searching 15 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 $1,152 on momondo.
What cabin class options are available on Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl flights?
There are 3 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.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl?
SriLankan Airlines, China Eastern, and Thai Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Which airlines fly to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
SriLankan Airlines, Singapore Airlines and Malaysia Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from Melbourne Airport according to our data. SriLankan Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 64% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. Keep in mind that there are 10 different airlines that fly to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.
How many flights depart from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport on average per day?
As of June 2025, 3 flights take off from Melbourne Airport and land in Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 16:00, with 100% of daily flights taking off in the afternoon.
How many flights depart from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport on average per week?
As of June 2025, 21 flights take off from Melbourne Airport and land in Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 14% of weekly flights taking off on this day.
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How far is Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl by plane?
Melbourne and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl are 8351.9 km apart from one another. Typically, this will take 12h 25m by plane in normal conditions.
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 refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
As of June 2025, there are 10 operators available to choose from 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 stopovers 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 travel and health documents required for your trip to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Melbourne Airport and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, the leading plane model is Airbus A330-300, making up 70.96% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner with 21.73%, Airbus A330-200 with 6.43%, and Boeing 777-300ER with 0.37%.
What is the most popular airline from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is SriLankan Airlines, representing 59% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Singapore Airlines at 18%, Malaysia Airlines at 10%, and Qantas Airways at 5%.
Best airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport
Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport with momondo
| Airline | Rating | Free cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom $786 | Free cancellation | Rating 8.1 1,302 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $798 | Free cancellation | Rating 5.5 2,914 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $805 | Free cancellation | Rating 7.5 892 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $889 | Free cancellation | Rating 7.4 263 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $900 | Free cancellation | Rating 7.4 1,211 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $944 | Free cancellation | Rating 7.2 150 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $950 | Free cancellation | Rating 6.8 74 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $1,012 | Free cancellation | Rating 7.5 854 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $1,104 | Free cancellation | Rating 7.5 407 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $1,114 | Free cancellation | Rating 7.7 335 reviews |
SriLankan Airlines Flights From Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport
Across 7 SriLankan Airlines flights from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport this week, the average price was $813, with the best SriLankan Airlines deals starting from $619 round-trip. 74 users have rated SriLankan Airlines on momondo, with an average score of 6.8/10.
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