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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Colombo from $260

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1:30 am - 5:35 pmMEL-CMB
21h 35m2 stops
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9:05 am - 9:20 pmCMB-MEL
30h 45m2 stops
$579Multiple Airlines
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Tue, Oct 28 - Wed, Nov 5
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1:20 pm - 9:25 amMEL-CMB
25h 35m2 stops
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9:05 am - 9:20 pmCMB-MEL
30h 45m2 stops
$580Multiple Airlines
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Wed, Oct 29 - Wed, Nov 5
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8:00 am - 9:55 pmMEL-CMB
19h 25m2 stops
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11:00 pm - 11:35 pmCMB-MEL
19h 05m2 stops
$584Multiple Airlines
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Wed, Oct 15 - Sat, Nov 15
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8:45 am - 11:35 pmMEL-CMB
20h 20m1 stop
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12:40 am - 7:15 amCMB-MEL
25h 05m1 stop
$587Malaysia Airlines
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Thu, Mar 12 - Wed, Mar 18
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12:30 am - 9:55 pmMEL-CMB
26h 55m2 stops
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10:25 am - 11:35 pmCMB-MEL
31h 40m3 stops
$594Multiple Airlines
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Tue, Oct 14 - Sat, Nov 15
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4:40 pm - 11:30 pmMEL-CMB
12h 20m1 stop
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12:45 am - 12:10 pmCMB-MEL
29h 55m1 stop
$605Singapore Airlines
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Wed, Oct 29 - Tue, Nov 4
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12:30 am - 11:35 pmMEL-CMB
28h 35m1 stop
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12:40 am - 7:15 amCMB-MEL
25h 05m1 stop
$622Malaysia Airlines
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Wed, Mar 11 - Wed, Mar 18
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3:35 pm - 11:30 pmMEL-CMB
37h 25m1 stop
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12:45 am - 12:30 pmCMB-MEL
30h 15m1 stop
$653Cathay Pacific
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Thu, Feb 12 - Sun, Mar 15
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12:35 am - 10:45 amMEL-CMB
15h 40m1 stop
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12:15 pm - 6:10 pmCMB-MEL
24h 25m1 stop
$661Singapore Airlines
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Wed, Mar 11 - Thu, Mar 19
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3:25 pm - 11:30 pmMEL-CMB
37h 35m1 stop
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12:45 am - 11:00 pmCMB-MEL
16h 45m1 stop
$698Cathay Pacific
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Singapore Airlines flights from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

Our best Singapore Airlines deals on Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight tickets
Singapore Airlines
Oct 29
MEL4:40 pmMelbourne
12h 20m
1 stop
CMB11:30 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl
Nov 4
CMB12:45 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl
29h 55m
1 stop
MEL12:10 pmMelbourne
$605
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Singapore Airlines
Mar 11
MEL12:35 amMelbourne
15h 40m
1 stop
CMB10:45 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl
Mar 19
CMB12:15 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl
24h 25m
1 stop
MEL6:10 pmMelbourne
$661
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Singapore Airlines
Mar 14
MEL7:00 amMelbourne
22h 00m
1 stop
CMB11:30 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl
Mar 29
CMB11:45 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl
24h 55m
1 stop
MEL6:10 pmMelbourne
$664
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Cathay Pacific flights from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

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Cathay Pacific
Feb 12
MEL3:35 pmMelbourne
37h 25m
1 stop
CMB11:30 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl
Mar 15
CMB12:45 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl
30h 15m
1 stop
MEL12:30 pmMelbourne
$653
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Cathay Pacific
Oct 15
MEL3:25 pmMelbourne
37h 35m
1 stop
CMB11:30 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl
Nov 14
CMB12:45 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl
16h 45m
1 stop
MEL11:00 pmMelbourne
$698
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Cathay Pacific
Sep 29
MEL8:20 amMelbourne
19h 40m
2 stops
CMB11:30 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl
Oct 28
CMB12:45 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl
16h 45m
1 stop
MEL11:00 pmMelbourne
$856
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MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Tue 10/28

1:30 am-5:35 pm

2 stops21h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 11/5

9:05 am-9:20 pm

2 stops30h 45m

$579

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Wed 10/29

1:20 pm-9:25 am

2 stops25h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 11/5

9:05 am-9:20 pm

2 stops30h 45m

$580

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Wed 10/15

8:00 am-9:55 pm

2 stops19h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 11/15

11:00 pm-11:35 pm

2 stops19h 05m

$584

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Thu 3/12

8:45 am-11:35 pm

1 stop20h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 3/18

12:40 am-7:15 am

1 stop25h 05m

$587

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Tue 10/14

12:30 am-9:55 pm

2 stops26h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 11/15

10:25 am-11:35 pm

3 stops31h 40m

$594

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Wed 10/29

4:40 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop12h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 11/4

12:45 am-12:10 pm

1 stop29h 55m

$605

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Wed 3/11

12:30 am-11:35 pm

1 stop28h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 3/18

12:40 am-7:15 am

1 stop25h 05m

$622

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Thu 2/12

3:35 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop37h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 3/15

12:45 am-12:30 pm

1 stop30h 15m

$653

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Wed 3/11

12:35 am-10:45 am

1 stop15h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 3/19

12:15 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop24h 25m

$661

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Wed 10/15

3:25 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop37h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 11/14

12:45 am-11:00 pm

1 stop16h 45m

$698

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

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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?

If you aren’t able to travel during the month of May, then book flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from Melbourne Airport during August instead. Flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in August, while not as cheap as those in May, still average around $713.

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

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from Melbourne Airport is on a Saturday. momondo users have found tickets for Saturday departures for as low as $795. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. When flying out on a Sunday, 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 $1,058.

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

In the evening is the cheapest time of day to fly from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport when you can find flight prices for as low as $735. Flying to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in the evening is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. In the morning is when there is more demand to fly to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, so prices are often more expensive at around $1,225 per ticket.

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 $820 when searching 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 $775 on momondo.

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

There are 2 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.

Can stopping save me money on Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights?

You could potentially save up to 5% 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 September 2025, prices for Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights are approximately 14% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

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Best Price Found

$650

Fastest flight time

10h 25m

Direct flights

Every day
The best one-way flight to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from Melbourne Airport in the past 72 hours is $650. The best round-trip flight deal from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $889.
The fastest flight from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport takes 10h 25m
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?

    The straight-line distance from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl is 5189.7 mi. By plane, this route typically takes 12h 20m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

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  • 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 layovers 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 required travel and health documents for your Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

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Best airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom $564Free CancellationRating
8.1
1,365 reviews
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Malaysia AirlinesPriceFrom $638Free CancellationRating
7.3
278 reviews
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SriLankan AirlinesPriceFrom $672Free CancellationRating
6.8
75 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $705Free CancellationRating
7.5
907 reviews
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  • SriLankan Airlines Flights From Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

    The lowest priced SriLankan Airlines flight from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from the last 72 hours was $672. Generally, SriLankan Airlines has 5 flights on this route every week with an average price of $978. SriLankan Airlines is rated 6.8/10 by our users.

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