Cheap Flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Colombo (CMB)

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Cheap Flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Colombo (CMB)

Prices were available within the past 7 days for one-way flights and round trip tickets for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

AirAsia X
Fri., 21 Mar. - Wed., 2 Apr.
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
AU$729 Return, found 3 days ago
AU$729
Return
found 3 days ago
Select AirAsia X flight, departing Fri., 21 Mar. from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Wed., 2 Apr., priced at AU$729 found 3 days ago
Jetstar
Mon., 10 Mar. - Sat., 22 Mar.
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
AU$740 Return, found 1 hour ago
AU$740
Return
found 1 hour ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Mon., 10 Mar. from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Sat., 22 Mar., priced at AU$740 found 1 hour ago
Jetstar
Sat., 2 Aug. - Mon., 25 Aug.
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
AU$747 Return, just found
AU$747
Return
just found
Select Jetstar flight, departing Sat., 2 Aug. from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Mon., 25 Aug., priced at AU$747 just found
Jetstar
Sat., 22 Mar. - Sat., 29 Mar.
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
AU$760 Return, found 2 hours ago
AU$760
Return
found 2 hours ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Sat., 22 Mar. from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Sat., 29 Mar., priced at AU$760 found 2 hours ago
Jetstar
Mon., 5 May - Thu., 22 May
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
AU$763 Return, found 3 hours ago
AU$763
Return
found 3 hours ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Mon., 5 May from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Thu., 22 May, priced at AU$763 found 3 hours ago
Jetstar
Mon., 4 Aug. - Wed., 20 Aug.
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
AU$767 Return, found 17 hours ago
AU$767
Return
found 17 hours ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Mon., 4 Aug. from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Wed., 20 Aug., priced at AU$767 found 17 hours ago
Jetstar
Mon., 10 Mar. - Mon., 17 Mar.
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
AU$777 Return, just found
AU$777
Return
just found
Select Jetstar flight, departing Mon., 10 Mar. from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Mon., 17 Mar., priced at AU$777 just found
Malaysia Airlines
Tue., 11 Mar. - Mon., 31 Mar.
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
AU$993 Return, found 17 hours ago
AU$993
Return
found 17 hours ago
Select Malaysia Airlines flight, departing Tue., 11 Mar. from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Mon., 31 Mar., priced at AU$993 found 17 hours ago
Sri Lankan Airlines
Fri., 7 Mar. - Sun., 9 Mar.
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
AU$1,006 Return, found 5 hours ago
AU$1,006
Return
found 5 hours ago
Select Sri Lankan Airlines flight, departing Fri., 7 Mar. from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Sun., 9 Mar., priced at AU$1,006 found 5 hours ago
Cathay Pacific
Mon., 10 Mar. - Mon., 17 Mar.
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
AU$1,179 Return, just found
AU$1,179
Return
just found
Select Cathay Pacific flight, departing Mon., 10 Mar. from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Mon., 17 Mar., priced at AU$1,179 just found
Flight from Melbourne to Colombo route information
Origin airport
Tullamarine
Destination airport
Bandaranaike Intl.
Airlines serving
Air India, Cathay Pacific, China Eastern Airlines, Emirates, Etihad Airways, Malaysia Airlines, Qantas Airways, Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines, Sri Lankan Airlines, Thai Airways International, Virgin Australia
Return price
AU$729
Distance
8308 km

Your quick guide to flights from Melbourne to Colombo

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Find cheap flights from Melbourne to Colombo

From the great flight deals with prices currently ranging from AU$729 to AU$1,179, you can choose to see the cheapest flights first. Generally, you can book the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Colombo around 4 to 6 weeks in advance. If your travel dates are flexible, try to avoid weekends and peak seasons – when you are more likely to grab the lowest prices. Even last minute, there are some impressive deals. The cheapest time to fly to Colombo is normally in March.

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to CMB?
Within the past 7 days on Expedia, for flights departing within the next year, the lowest price advertised for a round-trip journey between Tullamarine Airport (MEL) and Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) was AU$729. Cheap tickets don’t last long, so make sure you book yours ASAP. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from MEL to Colombo International Airport?
The majority of flights can be cancelled online, but whether or not you are charged a fee differs between airlines. If you do need to cancel your trip, follow the instructions in the Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from MEL to CMB that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you’re searching for Tullamarine Airport to Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) flights, you’ll see a “no change fees” filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from Tullamarine Airport to Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB)?
The distance is around 8 400 kilometres, so pack your carry-on bag with all the items you need to make the long journey comfortable. Not sure what to take on board your Melbourne to Seeduwa - Katunayake flight? A sleep mask, earplugs and a neck pillow are a few essentials.
Which airlines fly direct from Tullamarine Airport to Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB)?
SriLankan Airlines (UL) will take you from Tullamarine Airport to Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) comfortably and safely. You can choose from 30 direct flights every month along this route.
Are Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Colombo International Airport flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Late planners can sometimes score a bargain, with some of the cheapest airfares from MEL to Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) popping up a few weeks before the date of departure. If you’d rather book ahead, Expedia compares and updates the best flight deals frequently — as early as 12 months in advance in some cases. It does depend on the carrier though, as not all airlines quote prices so far in advance.
Melbourne Airports

Melbourne

Avalon to Colombo
AU$1,677.47
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