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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Colombo from $441

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06:15 - 21:50MEL-CMB
21h 05m1 stop
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12:30 - 05:40CMB-MEL
35h 40m3 stops
$946Multiple Airlines
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Sat, 22 Nov - Sun, 22 Feb
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01:00 - 09:25MEL-CMB
13h 55m1 stop
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10:25 - 05:00CMB-MEL
13h 05m1 stop
$949Multiple Airlines
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Thu, 30 Oct - Sun, 9 Nov
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13:10 - 09:25MEL-CMB
25h 45m2 stops
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10:25 - 20:50CMB-MEL
28h 55m2 stops
$951Multiple Airlines
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Thu, 30 Oct - Thu, 6 Nov
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01:00 - 21:50MEL-CMB
26h 20m1 stop
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03:00 - 05:40CMB-MEL
21h 10m3 stops
$952Multiple Airlines
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Wed, 19 Nov - Sun, 22 Feb
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08:45 - 23:35MEL-CMB
20h 20m1 stop
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00:40 - 20:45CMB-MEL
14h 35m1 stop
$957Malaysia Airlines
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Sun, 1 Mar - Sat, 14 Mar
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16:40 - 10:45MEL-CMB
23h 35m1 stop
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00:45 - 21:25CMB-MEL
15h 10m1 stop
$984Singapore Airlines
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Mon, 2 Mar - Wed, 18 Mar
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00:35 - 23:30MEL-CMB
28h 25m1 stop
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00:45 - 05:45CMB-MEL
23h 30m1 stop
$995Singapore Airlines
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Wed, 11 Mar - Wed, 18 Mar
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00:30 - 23:35MEL-CMB
28h 35m1 stop
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00:40 - 20:45CMB-MEL
14h 35m1 stop
$1,012Malaysia Airlines
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Sun, 1 Mar - Sun, 15 Mar
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06:00 - 21:10AVV-CMB
20h 40m2 stops
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12:10 - 20:20CMB-AVV
26h 40m2 stops
$10,507Qantas Airways
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Mon, 3 Nov - Thu, 6 Nov
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06:00 - 21:10AVV-CMB
44h 40m2 stops
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12:10 - 20:20CMB-AVV
26h 40m2 stops
$10,508Qantas Airways
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Malaysia Airlines flights from Melbourne to Colombo

Our best Malaysia Airlines deals on Melbourne to Colombo flight tickets
Malaysia Airlines
1 Mar
MEL08:45Melbourne
20h 20m
1 stop
CMB23:35Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
14 Mar
CMB00:40Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
14h 35m
1 stop
MEL20:45Melbourne
$957
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Malaysia Airlines
1 Mar
MEL00:30Melbourne
28h 35m
1 stop
CMB23:35Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
15 Mar
CMB00:40Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
14h 35m
1 stop
MEL20:45Melbourne
$1,012
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Malaysia Airlines
5 Mar
MEL08:45Melbourne
20h 20m
1 stop
CMB23:35Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
18 Mar
CMB00:40Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
14h 35m
1 stop
MEL20:45Melbourne
$1,014
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Singapore Airlines flights from Melbourne to Colombo

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Singapore Airlines
2 Mar
MEL16:40Melbourne
23h 35m
1 stop
CMB10:45Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
18 Mar
CMB00:45Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
15h 10m
1 stop
MEL21:25Melbourne
$984
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Singapore Airlines
11 Mar
MEL00:35Melbourne
28h 25m
1 stop
CMB23:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
18 Mar
CMB00:45Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
23h 30m
1 stop
MEL05:45Melbourne
$995
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Colombo that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 78,305 searches. Data last updated 16 October 2025.
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MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Sat 22/11

06:15-21:50

1 stop21h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 22/2

12:30-05:40

3 stops35h 40m

$946

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Thu 30/10

01:00-09:25

1 stop13h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 9/11

10:25-05:00

1 stop13h 05m

$949

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Thu 30/10

13:10-09:25

2 stops25h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 6/11

10:25-20:50

2 stops28h 55m

$951

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Wed 19/11

01:00-21:50

1 stop26h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 22/2

03:00-05:40

3 stops21h 10m

$952

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Sun 1/3

08:45-23:35

1 stop20h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 14/3

00:40-20:45

1 stop14h 35m

$957

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Mon 2/3

16:40-10:45

1 stop23h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 18/3

00:45-21:25

1 stop15h 10m

$984

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Wed 11/3

00:35-23:30

1 stop28h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 18/3

00:45-05:45

1 stop23h 30m

$995

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Sun 1/3

00:30-23:35

1 stop28h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 15/3

00:40-20:45

1 stop14h 35m

$1,012

MelbourneColombo

AVV - CMB

AVVCMB

Melbourne Avalon

Mon 3/11

06:00-21:10

2 stops20h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 6/11

12:10-20:20

2 stops26h 40m

$10,507

MelbourneColombo

AVV - CMB

AVVCMB

Melbourne Avalon

Mon 3/11

06:00-21:10

2 stops44h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 6/11

12:10-20:20

2 stops26h 40m

$10,508

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Colombo?

The cheapest month to fly to Colombo from Melbourne is in May. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,033, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel to Colombo during the month of May, then flying in August is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $1,095.

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

Our data shows that Tuesday is the least expensive day to fly to Colombo. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $1,201. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Saturday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Colombo on Saturday is $1,283.

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

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Colombo is in the morning. momondo users have found flights departing from Melbourne to Colombo in the morning for as low as $1,222. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. At midday is when there is more demand to fly to Colombo, so prices are often more expensive at around $1,282 per ticket.

What is the cheapest Melbourne to Colombo flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Colombo?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Colombo from Melbourne when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Colombo for around $1,260 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Colombo from Melbourne for as low as $1,186 on momondo.

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

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Melbourne to Colombo flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Fastest flight time

10h 25m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Colombo

1 airport
The fastest flight from Melbourne to Colombo takes 10h 25m
Direct flights go from Melbourne to Colombo every day.
There is 1 airport near Colombo: Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB)
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  • How far is Melbourne to Colombo by plane?

    The straight-line distance from Melbourne to Colombo is 8352.5 km. Flights usually cover this in 13h 30m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne to Colombo?

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Melbourne to Colombo.

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

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Colombo may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Colombo. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Melbourne to Colombo

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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $805Free cancellationRating
7.6
1,027 reviews
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Air IndiaPriceFrom $807Free cancellationRating
5.5
2,937 reviews
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom $851Free cancellationRating
8.1
1,382 reviews
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Malaysia AirlinesPriceFrom $864Free cancellationRating
7.3
278 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom $900Free cancellationRating
7.4
1,280 reviews
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SriLankan AirlinesPriceFrom $947Free cancellationRating
6.9
76 reviews
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China EasternPriceFrom $978Free cancellationRating
7.2
169 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $1,024Free cancellationRating
7.5
916 reviews
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Thai AirwaysPriceFrom $1,120Free cancellationRating
7.8
358 reviews
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Virgin AustraliaPriceFrom $1,140Free cancellationRating
7.6
421 reviews
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Fly into one of these airports located in Colombo

Airports listed have a maximum distance of 27.9 km from Colombo
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport
Colombo Diyawanna Oya Seaplane Base Airport