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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Colombo from $278

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1:10 pm - 11:00 am
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CMB
27h 20m
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9:05 am - 11:05 pm
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MEL
33h 30m
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$659Multiple Airlines
Tue, Mar 17 - Wed, Apr 8
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6:15 am - 9:50 pm
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21h 05m
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10:50 pm - 5:40 am
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25h 20m
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$671Multiple Airlines
Sat, Mar 21 - Sat, Mar 28
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21h 05m
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9:10 am - 9:15 pm
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30h 35m
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$673Multiple Airlines
Sat, Mar 21 - Sat, Mar 28
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6:15 am - 9:25 am
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32h 40m
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10:50 pm - 5:40 am
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49h 20m
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$675Multiple Airlines
Sun, Feb 15 - Mon, Mar 9
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6:15 am - 2:00 am
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CMB
25h 15m
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3:00 am - 5:40 am
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21h 10m
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$678Multiple Airlines
Tue, Mar 3 - Mon, Mar 9
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7:25 am - 11:45 pm
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20h 50m
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1:05 am - 10:15 pm
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16h 40m
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$684Cathay Pacific
Fri, May 1 - Thu, May 21
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7:00 am - 11:30 am
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33h 00m
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5:15 pm - 5:30 am
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31h 45m
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$686Multiple Airlines
Fri, Apr 24 - Sat, May 2
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2:25 pm - 11:45 pm
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37h 50m
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1:05 am - 5:55 am
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24h 20m
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$687Cathay Pacific
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8:40 am - 11:30 pm
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$692Multiple 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
May 1
MEL7:25 amMelbourne
20h 50m
1 stop
CMB11:45 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl
May 21
CMB1:05 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl
16h 40m
1 stop
MEL10:15 pmMelbourne
$684
Cathay Pacific
Apr 24
MEL2:25 pmMelbourne
37h 50m
1 stop
CMB11:45 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl
May 3
CMB1:05 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl
24h 20m
1 stop
MEL5:55 amMelbourne
$687
Cathay Pacific
Mar 13
MEL8:40 amMelbourne
20h 20m
1 stop
CMB11:30 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl
Mar 30
CMB1:05 amColombo Bandaranaike Intl
16h 40m
1 stop
MEL11:15 pmMelbourne
$688

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
Mar 7
MEL1:00 pmMelbourne
40h 10m
3 stops
CMB11:40 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl
Mar 9
CMB8:20 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl
32h 10m
1 stop
MEL10:00 amMelbourne
$798
China Eastern
Feb 10
MEL10:30 pmMelbourne
30h 40m
2 stops
CMB11:40 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl
Feb 17
CMB8:20 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl
36h 15m
1 stop
MEL2:05 pmMelbourne
$854
China Eastern
Feb 12
MEL1:00 pmMelbourne
64h 10m
3 stops
CMB11:40 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl
Mar 12
CMB8:20 pmColombo Bandaranaike Intl
36h 15m
1 stop
MEL2:05 pmMelbourne
$855

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MEL - CMB

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Melbourne

Tue 3/17

1:10 pm-11:00 am

1 stop27h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 4/8

9:05 am-11:05 pm

2 stops33h 30m

$659

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Sat 3/21

6:15 am-9:50 pm

1 stop21h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 3/28

10:50 pm-5:40 am

2 stops25h 20m

$671

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Sat 3/21

6:15 am-9:50 pm

1 stop21h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 3/28

9:10 am-9:15 pm

3 stops30h 35m

$673

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Sun 2/15

6:15 am-9:25 am

1 stop32h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 3/9

10:50 pm-5:40 am

2 stops49h 20m

$675

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Tue 3/3

6:15 am-2:00 am

2 stops25h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 3/9

3:00 am-5:40 am

3 stops21h 10m

$678

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Fri 5/1

7:25 am-11:45 pm

1 stop20h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 5/21

1:05 am-10:15 pm

1 stop16h 40m

$684

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Fri 4/24

7:00 am-11:30 am

2 stops33h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 5/2

5:15 pm-5:30 am

3 stops31h 45m

$686

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Fri 4/24

2:25 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop37h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 5/3

1:05 am-5:55 am

1 stop24h 20m

$687

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Fri 3/13

8:40 am-11:30 pm

1 stop20h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 3/30

1:05 am-11:15 pm

1 stop16h 40m

$688

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Fri 4/24

1:00 pm-11:30 am

2 stops27h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 5/2

5:15 pm-8:15 pm

2 stops22h 30m

$692

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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 $711.

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 Wednesday. momondo users have found tickets for Wednesday departures for as low as $794. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. When flying out on a Friday, 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 $1,064.

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 $821 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 $751 on momondo.

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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 41% 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.

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

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Best Price Found

$613

Fastest flight time

36h 30m

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 $613. The best round-trip flight deal from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $876.
The fastest flight from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport takes 36h 30m
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 36h 30m.

  • 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.

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Best airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom $564Free CancellationRating
8.2
1,448 reviews
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Malaysia AirlinesPriceFrom $620Free CancellationRating
7.3
291 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $634Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,159 reviews
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SriLankan AirlinesPriceFrom $669Free CancellationRating
6.8
79 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $705Free CancellationRating
7.5
986 reviews
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Thai AirwaysPriceFrom $757Free CancellationRating
7.8
382 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 $669. Generally, SriLankan Airlines has 6 flights on this route every week with an average price of $955. SriLankan Airlines is rated 6.8/10 by our users.

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