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$282+ Cheap flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Bandaranaike Intl (CMB)

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MEL — CMB
Feb 26 — Mar 51
Wed 2/26
Wed 3/5
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl are usually found in October or May, booked 82 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Sunday and return on a Wednesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to Colombo (CMB). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated February 21, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$579
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$282
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$748

Good round-trip deal

$744 or less
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This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/27:00 amMEL - CMB
1 stop20h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/910:55 pmCMB - MEL
1 stop16h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$579
This Malaysia Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Malaysia Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/143:10 pmMEL - CMB
1 stop13h 55mMalaysia Airlines
Sat 3/2912:40 amCMB - MEL
1 stop27h 00mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 2/20$627
This Singapore Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Singapore Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/411:35 pmMEL - CMB
1 stop28h 30mSingapore Airlines
Tue 6/1712:50 amCMB - MEL
1 stop29h 40mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 2/20$634
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/65:25 pmMEL - CMB
Nonstop10h 25mSriLankan Airlines
Fri 3/1412:35 amCMB - MEL
Nonstop9h 50mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 2/20$670
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/2611:45 pmMEL - CMB
1 stop28h 35mCathay Pacific
Sat 6/1412:50 amCMB - MEL
1 stop24h 35mCathay Pacific
Deal found 2/20$741
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/112:00 pmMEL - CMB
1 stop36h 30mChina Eastern
Wed 4/910:10 pmCMB - MEL
2 stops55h 20mChina Eastern
Deal found 2/20$797
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/2712:05 pmMEL - CMB
1 stop13h 55mQantas Airways
Sat 6/2112:15 pmCMB - MEL
1 stop16h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 2/20$806

Find flights from Melbourne to Colombo within your budget

Customize 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, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 21, 2025.

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Melbourne

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Colombo

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Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Wed 4/2

7:00 am-9:55 pm

1 stop20h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 4/9

10:55 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop16h 55m

$579

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Fri 3/14

3:10 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop13h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 3/29

12:40 am-9:10 am

1 stop27h 00m

$627

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Wed 6/4

11:35 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop28h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 6/17

12:50 am-11:00 am

1 stop29h 40m

$634

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Thu 3/6

5:25 pm-10:20 pm

Nonstop10h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 3/14

12:35 am-3:55 pm

Nonstop9h 50m

$670

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Mon 5/26

11:45 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop28h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 6/14

12:50 am-5:55 am

1 stop24h 35m

$741

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Tue 4/1

12:00 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop36h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 4/9

10:10 pm-10:00 am

2 stops55h 20m

$797

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Tue 5/27

12:05 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop13h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 6/18

12:15 pm-8:55 am

1 stop16h 10m

$806

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Mon 3/10

3:25 am-9:30 am

3 stops35h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 4/30

2:55 am-9:50 pm

1 stop38h 25m

$1,151

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Fri 2/28

6:15 am-12:30 pm

2 stops35h 45m

$282

MelbourneColombo

MEL - CMB

MELCMB

Melbourne

Sun 3/9

12:45 am-11:30 pm

1 stop28h 15m

$445

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Melbourne to Colombo in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
OneTravelPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Melbourne Airport-Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Melbourne Airport-Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Melbourne Airport-Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Melbourne Airport-Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Melbourne Airport-Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Colombo

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Colombo from Melbourne with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from Melbourne to Colombo

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Melbourne to Colombo including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Melbourne to Colombo. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 82 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $1,049). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,850). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MEL to CMB?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Colombo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 21, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 40% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Melbourne to Colombo. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Colombo. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated February 21, 2025.

The most flights from MEL to CMB are scheduled on a Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

Rainfall in Colombo by month

Plan your trip to Colombo by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport ranges from 2.4 - 13.8 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 13.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport when rainfall is around 2.4 in.

Temperature in Colombo by month

Plan your trip to Colombo by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, March is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 80.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Colombo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Colombo. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Colombo. Reviews last updated February 21, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, Singapore Airlines and Cathay Pacific from Melbourne to Colombo. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,276 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sep 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,276 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,276 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sep 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,297 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,276 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sep 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
820 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,276 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sep 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Qantas Airways
7.4
Good
813 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,276 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sep 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Malaysia Airlines
7.4
Good
263 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,276 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sep 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Colombo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is Malaysia Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $627 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are SriLankan Airlines and Cathay Pacific, starting at $670 and $763 round-trip. Malaysia Airlines is priced at 25% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Cathay Pacific. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $445. Users have also found prices from $572 and $687 on SriLankan Airlines and Qantas Airways, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport are SriLankan Airlines (57%), Ethiopian Air (57%) and Air Seychelles (49%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    On average you can expect to pay $763 for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. The cheapest flight overall is $692 while the most popular route, (Melbourne - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl) is currently priced at $1,399.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Colombo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to Colombo flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Colombo?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Melbourne to Colombo.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to Colombo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Colombo by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $1,049). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,850). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 5 airlines flying from Melbourne to Colombo

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Colombo. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$607Average$895FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$639Average$1,096FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$691Average$1,061FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$819Average$1,647FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Thai AirwaysCheapest$849Average$961FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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