Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Colombo from $346
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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 $693.
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 $773. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. When flying out on a Thursday, 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 $1,117.
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 15 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport for around $811 when searching 15 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 $750 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.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl?
SriLankan Airlines, China Eastern, and Cathay Pacific are the most popular carriers operating from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
What airlines fly to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
SriLankan Airlines, Singapore Airlines and Malaysia Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from Melbourne Airport according to our data. SriLankan Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 71% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.
How many flights depart from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport on average per day?
The number of flights available between Melbourne Airport and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is 3 per day as of June 2025. The most frequent departure time is 4:00PM, with 100% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.
How many flights depart from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport on average per week?
21 flights are operational weekly from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport as of June 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 14% of flights per week taking off on this 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 10h 45m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
There are 4 operators available for flights from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport as of June 2025.
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?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Melbourne Airport and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, the leading plane model is Airbus A330-300, making up 70.96% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner with 21.73%, Airbus A330-200 with 6.43%, and Boeing 777-300ER with 0.37%.
What is the most popular airline from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Melbourne Airport and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, the leading airline is SriLankan Airlines, making up 71% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Singapore Airlines with 15%, Malaysia Airlines with 10%, and Qantas Airways with 4%.
Best airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport
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| Airline | Rating | Free Cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom $615 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.1 1,302 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $638 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.4 263 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $670 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.8 74 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $705 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.5 854 reviews |
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 $670. Generally, SriLankan Airlines has 7 flights on this route every week with an average price of $997. SriLankan Airlines is rated 6.8/10 by our users.
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