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Cheap flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport from £248

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMB — MEL
20 Jul — 27 Jul1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Melbourne are usually found in March or April, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Monday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Colombo to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Colombo (CMB) to Melbourne (MEL). 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 15 July 2025.

Round-trip from

£455

One-way from

£248

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

March

Average price

£875

Good one-way deal

£1,280 or less
28/8-4/9
  • 28/8-4/9
  • 4 total stops
  • 48h 10m total
  • Colombo to Melbourne
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11/8
  • 11/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 34h 20m total
  • Colombo to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (£85 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£19 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Colombo to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Colombo to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 July 2025.

Thu 28/803:30CMB - MEL
2 stops22h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/900:30MEL - CMB
2 stops25h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/7£455
Fri 28/1100:45CMB - MEL
1 stop15h 05mSingapore Airlines
Sun 10/518:25MEL - CMB
1 stop19h 55mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 13/7£575
Thu 21/800:50CMB - MEL
1 stop16h 55mCathay Pacific
Thu 4/923:45MEL - CMB
1 stop28h 15mCathay Pacific
Deal found 14/7£577
Thu 11/1200:40CMB - MEL
1 stop25h 35mMalaysia Airlines
Wed 7/115:10MEL - CMB
1 stop13h 55mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 13/7£775
Tue 26/800:45CMB - MEL
Nonstop9h 45mSriLankan Airlines
Wed 3/916:30MEL - CMB
Nonstop10h 45mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 13/7£780

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Colombo to Melbourne 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 15 July 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport that are best for you.

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Colombo

Fly to

Melbourne

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 28/8

03:30-06:15

2 stops22h 15m

Melbourne

Thu 4/9

00:30-21:55

2 stops25h 55m

£455

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 28/11

00:45-21:20

1 stop15h 05m

Melbourne

Sun 10/5

18:25-09:50

1 stop19h 55m

£575

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 21/8

00:50-22:15

1 stop16h 55m

Melbourne

Thu 4/9

23:45-23:30

1 stop28h 15m

£577

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 11/12

00:40-07:45

1 stop25h 35m

Melbourne

Wed 7/1

15:10-23:35

1 stop13h 55m

£775

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 26/8

00:45-15:00

Nonstop9h 45m

Melbourne

Wed 3/9

16:30-22:45

Nonstop10h 45m

£780

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 11/8

14:40-05:30

3 stops34h 20m

£248

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 28/8

00:50-22:15

1 stop16h 55m

£331

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 27/8

00:50-11:45

1 stop30h 25m

£391

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 10/8

00:45-15:00

Nonstop9h 45m

£498

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 5/8

00:05-08:10

1 stop27h 35m

£502

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Best time to book a flight from Colombo to Melbourne

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Colombo to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 11 July 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport, you should look to book at least 89 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport (average of £1,121). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,692). 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 CMB to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Colombo to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 15 July 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 51% on flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport by exploring options for tickets at midday.

Weekly flight availability from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Colombo to Melbourne. 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 15 July 2025.

The most flights from CMB to MEL 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).

How much does it cost for a return flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated 15 July 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport, such as Emirates, Garuda Indonesia, andSingapore Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,285 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,285 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,285 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Garuda Indonesia
8.1
Very Good
77 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,285 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,326 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,285 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
933 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,285 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Malaysia Airlines
7.4
Good
269 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,285 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

Related info for your journey

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

    Singapore Airlines, at £575, was found to be the cheapest airline from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include Cathay Pacific and Malaysia Airlines. Singapore Airlines is priced at 31% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Cathay Pacific, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £331. Singapore Airlines flights start at £391 while deals on SriLankan Airlines start at £498 one-way.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport are Air Seychelles (61%), SriLankan Airlines (61%) and Ethiopian Air (61%).

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport? While on average our users pay £1,285, our data indicates the cheapest price to be £1,280. The most popular route (Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - Melbourne), is priced around £278.

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Colombo to Melbourne 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 Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport (average of £1,121). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,692). 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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