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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Colombo from $389

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21:45 - 09:40MEL-CMB
16h 25m1 stop
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22:55 - 05:30CMB-MEL
25h 05m1 stop
$858Multiple Airlines
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Sat, 4 Oct - Wed, 15 Oct
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07:00 - 22:00MEL-CMB
20h 30m1 stop
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23:00 - 05:40CMB-MEL
25h 10m3 stops
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Sun, 2 Nov - Sun, 9 Nov
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07:00 - 22:00MEL-CMB
20h 30m1 stop
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23:00 - 21:20CMB-MEL
40h 50m3 stops
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Sun, 2 Nov - Sat, 8 Nov
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22:35 - 22:00MEL-CMB
28h 55m2 stops
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23:00 - 05:40CMB-MEL
25h 10m3 stops
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08:45 - 23:35MEL-CMB
20h 20m1 stop
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00:40 - 07:15CMB-MEL
25h 05m1 stop
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Thu, 12 Mar - Wed, 18 Mar
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08:45 - 23:35MEL-CMB
20h 20m1 stop
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00:40 - 20:45CMB-MEL
14h 35m1 stop
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Wed, 11 Mar - Wed, 25 Mar
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08:45 - 23:35MEL-CMB
20h 20m1 stop
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25h 05m1 stop
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Mon, 23 Feb - Sat, 28 Feb
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00:30 - 23:35MEL-CMB
28h 35m1 stop
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00:40 - 09:25CMB-MEL
27h 15m1 stop
$917Malaysia Airlines
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Tue, 10 Mar - Wed, 25 Mar
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15:35 - 23:30MEL-CMB
37h 25m1 stop
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16h 45m1 stop
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15:25 - 23:30MEL-CMB
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Malaysia Airlines flights from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

Our best Malaysia Airlines deals on Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight tickets
Malaysia Airlines
12 Mar
MEL08:45Melbourne
20h 20m
1 stop
CMB23:35Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
18 Mar
CMB00:40Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
25h 05m
1 stop
MEL07:15Melbourne
$881
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Malaysia Airlines
11 Mar
MEL08:45Melbourne
20h 20m
1 stop
CMB23:35Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
25 Mar
CMB00:40Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
14h 35m
1 stop
MEL20:45Melbourne
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Malaysia Airlines
23 Feb
MEL08:45Melbourne
20h 20m
1 stop
CMB23:35Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
28 Feb
CMB00:40Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
25h 05m
1 stop
MEL07:15Melbourne
$915
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Cathay Pacific flights from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

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Cathay Pacific
30 Oct
MEL15:35Melbourne
37h 25m
1 stop
CMB23:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
5 Nov
CMB00:45Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
16h 45m
1 stop
MEL23:00Melbourne
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Cathay Pacific
20 Oct
MEL15:25Melbourne
37h 35m
1 stop
CMB23:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
25 Oct
CMB00:50Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
16h 40m
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MEL23:00Melbourne
$936
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Cathay Pacific
29 Sept
MEL08:20Melbourne
19h 40m
2 stops
CMB23:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
28 Oct
CMB00:45Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
16h 45m
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MEL23:00Melbourne
$1,285
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MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Sat 4/10

21:45-09:40

1 stop16h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 15/10

22:55-05:30

1 stop25h 05m

$858

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Sun 2/11

07:00-22:00

1 stop20h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 9/11

23:00-05:40

3 stops25h 10m

$860

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Sun 2/11

07:00-22:00

1 stop20h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 8/11

23:00-21:20

3 stops40h 50m

$861

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Mon 3/11

22:35-22:00

2 stops28h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 9/11

23:00-05:40

3 stops25h 10m

$863

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Thu 12/3

08:45-23:35

1 stop20h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 18/3

00:40-07:15

1 stop25h 05m

$881

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Wed 11/3

08:45-23:35

1 stop20h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 25/3

00:40-20:45

1 stop14h 35m

$903

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Mon 23/2

08:45-23:35

1 stop20h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 28/2

00:40-07:15

1 stop25h 05m

$915

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Tue 10/3

00:30-23:35

1 stop28h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 25/3

00:40-09:25

1 stop27h 15m

$917

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Thu 30/10

15:35-23:30

1 stop37h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 5/11

00:45-23:00

1 stop16h 45m

$921

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Mon 20/10

15:25-23:30

1 stop37h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 25/10

00:50-23:00

1 stop16h 40m

$936

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

In general, May is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $1,010. If you are unable to visit Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport during the month of May, then departing from Melbourne during the month August is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $1,070.

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 $1,168. When flying out on a Saturday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport for around $1,257.

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 morning. Flights from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport during this time can be as low as $1,194. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying at midday when prices are $1,252 on average. Flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from Melbourne at midday are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

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You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from Melbourne when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport for around $1,231 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 for as low as $1,163 on momondo.

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The fastest flight from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport takes 10h 25m
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  • How far is Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl by plane?

    Melbourne and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl are 8368.1 km apart from one another. Flights usually cover this in 13h 55m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

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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 Melbourne 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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2,930 reviews
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7.6
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8.1
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7.3
278 reviews
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7.4
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6.8
75 reviews
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7.2
166 reviews
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7.5
907 reviews
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7.8
350 reviews
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7.5
416 reviews
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