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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Colombo from $397

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21:30 - 11:05
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CMB
18h 05m
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13:30 - 20:15
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$940Multiple Airlines
Sun, 12 Apr - Mon, 27 Apr
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Thu, 14 May - Fri, 22 May
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$950Multiple Airlines
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$952Multiple Airlines
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$955Multiple Airlines
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Cathay Pacific flights from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight tickets
Cathay Pacific
17 Apr
MEL07:25Melbourne
20h 50m
1 stop
CMB23:45Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
29 Apr
CMB01:05Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
16h 40m
1 stop
MEL22:15Melbourne
$955
Cathay Pacific
2 May
MEL23:45Melbourne
28h 30m
1 stop
CMB23:45Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
20 May
CMB01:05Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
16h 40m
1 stop
MEL22:15Melbourne
$956
Cathay Pacific
3 May
MEL07:25Melbourne
20h 50m
1 stop
CMB23:45Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
18 May
CMB01:05Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
24h 20m
1 stop
MEL05:55Melbourne
$976

China Eastern flights from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

Our best China Eastern deals on Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight tickets
China Eastern
10 Feb
MEL22:30Melbourne
26h 00m
1 stop
CMB19:00Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
15 Feb
CMB20:20Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
34h 10m
1 stop
MEL12:00Melbourne
$1,142
China Eastern
11 Feb
MEL22:30Melbourne
26h 00m
1 stop
CMB19:00Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
17 Feb
CMB01:05Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
29h 25m
2 stops
MEL12:00Melbourne
$1,152
China Eastern
10 Feb
MEL12:00Melbourne
36h 30m
1 stop
CMB19:00Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
17 Feb
CMB20:20Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
34h 10m
1 stop
MEL12:00Melbourne
$1,179

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MEL - CMB

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Melbourne

Sun 12/4

21:30-11:05

1 stop18h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 27/4

13:30-20:15

2 stops26h 15m

$940

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Thu 14/5

00:30-21:55

2 stops25h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 22/5

10:40-20:15

2 stops29h 05m

$942

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Sun 15/3

13:10-21:10

1 stop13h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 30/3

13:30-21:15

2 stops26h 15m

$943

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Sun 1/3

10:20-09:45

2 stops28h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 10/3

22:50-23:45

1 stop19h 25m

$945

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

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Melbourne

Mon 13/4

12:00-11:05

1 stop27h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 24/4

23:15-04:40

2 stops24h 55m

$948

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Tue 3/3

13:10-11:00

1 stop27h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 26/3

23:00-05:00

2 stops24h 30m

$949

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Mon 2/3

22:35-09:25

2 stops16h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 17/3

22:50-23:45

1 stop19h 25m

$950

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Fri 15/5

13:00-01:50

2 stops17h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 23/5

03:00-05:30

2 stops22h 00m

$952

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Wed 22/4

13:00-21:30

1 stop13h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 29/4

00:05-04:40

2 stops24h 05m

$953

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Thu 5/3

13:10-09:25

2 stops25h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 12/3

22:50-05:00

1 stop24h 40m

$955

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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 $965. 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 $1,015.

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

Our data shows that Tuesday is the least expensive day to fly to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $1,129. 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 $1,201.

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 at midday. Flights from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport during this time can be as low as $817. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the afternoon when prices are $1,159 on average. Flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from Melbourne Airport in the afternoon 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 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport for around $1,172 when searching weeks before you fly. 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 $1,072 on momondo.

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You could potentially save up to 9% on your flight if you consider stops on a Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight.

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

As of February 2026, prices for Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights are approximately 0% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best price found

$685

Fastest flight time

10h 20m

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 $685. The best return flight deal from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,107.
The fastest flight from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport takes 10h 20m
Direct flights go from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport every 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 10h 20m by plane in normal conditions.

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    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.

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JetstarPriceFrom $352Free cancellationRating
6.5
514 reviews
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Air IndiaPriceFrom $391Free cancellationRating
5.5
2,972 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $750Free cancellationRating
7.6
1,159 reviews
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7.3
290 reviews
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8.2
1,443 reviews
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6.8
79 reviews
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7.2
192 reviews
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7.3
1,380 reviews
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7.5
986 reviews
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Virgin AustraliaPriceFrom $1,089Free cancellationRating
7.6
434 reviews
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  • SriLankan Airlines Flights From Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

    Across 6 SriLankan Airlines flights from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport this week, the average price was $1,180, with the best SriLankan Airlines deals starting from $889 round-trip. 79 users have rated SriLankan Airlines on momondo, with an average score of 6.8/10.

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