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Cheap flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport from £247

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 27/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMB — MEL
16 Dec — 23 Dec1
1 adult

The best prices from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Melbourne are usually found in May or June, booked 72 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Friday and return on a Monday

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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 886,240 searches. Data last updated 11 December 2024.

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ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 1/4

00:50-10:50

1 stop28h 30m

Melbourne

Fri 2/5

18:25-23:35

1 stop33h 40m

£605

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 18/1

22:50-19:40

3 stops39h 20m

Melbourne

Wed 29/1

13:10-07:10

2 stops23h 30m

£641

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 8/4

21:40-03:25

1 stop25h 15m

Melbourne

Thu 1/5

17:05-08:25

1 stop19h 50m

£644

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 4/4

00:05-20:15

1 stop14h 40m

Melbourne

Wed 30/4

13:25-22:55

1 stop14h 00m

£651

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 26/12

00:45-07:10

1 stop24h 55m

Melbourne

Wed 26/2

15:35-23:30

1 stop37h 25m

£711

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 1/2

03:00-10:10

2 stops25h 40m

Melbourne

Wed 12/2

16:55-19:55

2 stops32h 30m

£992

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 24/12

00:35-15:55

Nonstop9h 50m

Melbourne

Tue 31/12

17:25-22:20

Nonstop10h 25m

£1,029

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 6/2

20:15-06:25

2 stops28h 40m

Melbourne

Wed 5/3

03:25-21:55

2 stops24h 00m

£1,030

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 27/3

11:25-07:25

1 stop14h 30m

£247

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 25/2

00:45-23:00

1 stop16h 45m

£382

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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 11 December 2024.

Round-trip from

£605

One-way from

£247

Popular in

January

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May

Average price

£919
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  • 62h 10m total
  • Colombo to Melbourne
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  • 14h 30m total
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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 11 December 2024.

Wed 25/1222:50CMB - MEL
1 stop19h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 30/1201:00MEL - CMB
1 stop13h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12£662
Thu 26/1200:45CMB - MEL
1 stop24h 55mCathay Pacific
Wed 26/215:35MEL - CMB
1 stop37h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 10/12£711
Fri 27/1216:15CMB - MEL
1 stop19h 10mEtihad Airways
Wed 26/218:15MEL - CMB
1 stop26h 25mEtihad Airways
Deal found 10/12£781
Sun 22/1200:45CMB - MEL
1 stop28h 35mSingapore Airlines
Wed 19/319:25MEL - CMB
1 stop33h 35mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 11/12£790
Sun 22/1201:05CMB - MEL
1 stop14h 10mMalaysia Airlines
Wed 19/300:30MEL - CMB
1 stop28h 35mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 10/12£818
Tue 24/1200:35CMB - MEL
Nonstop9h 50mSriLankan Airlines
Tue 31/1217:25MEL - CMB
Nonstop10h 25mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 10/12£1,029
Sun 29/1202:45CMB - MEL
1 stop39h 05mEmirates
Fri 28/222:30MEL - CMB
2 stops25h 25mEmirates
Deal found 9/12£1,052
Tue 24/1203:00CMB - MEL
2 stops25h 40mIndiGo
Tue 31/1216:55MEL - CMB
2 stops32h 30mIndiGo
Deal found 10/12£1,141
Sun 22/1201:05CMB - MEL
2 stops29h 15mGaruda Indonesia
Thu 20/315:00MEL - CMB
2 stops38h 05mGaruda Indonesia
Deal found 10/12£1,603

Best time to book a flight from Colombo to Melbourne

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Travel insights for flights from Colombo to Melbourne

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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 6 December 2024.

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 72 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 January is currently the most expensive (average of £1,488). 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 11 December 2024.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 48% 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 11 December 2024.

The most flights from CMB to MEL are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Rainfall in Melbourne by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Melbourne Airport ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. March is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne Airport when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Melbourne by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 8.0 C).

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 11 December 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Cathay Pacific, Emirates and Etihad Airways from Colombo to Melbourne by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,437 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,437 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,437 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,334 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,437 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

Garuda Indonesia
8.0
Very Good
82 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,437 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

Thai Airways
7.8
Good
360 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,437 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
847 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,437 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Colombo to Melbourne. 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 Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport round-trip?

    Singapore Airlines, at £605, was found to be the cheapest airline from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include Etihad Airways and Malaysia Airlines. Singapore Airlines is priced at 32% 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 £382. Etihad Airways flights start at £418 while deals on Thai Airways start at £474 one-way.

  • 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 £1,129, our data indicates the cheapest price to be £786. The most popular route (Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - Melbourne), is priced around £293.

  • 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.

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

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

  • 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 January is currently the most expensive (average of £1,488). 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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