Cheap flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport from £347
This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 13/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMB — MEL
14 Nov — 21 Nov1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Melbourne are usually found in September or March, booked 76 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday
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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 October 2026.
Thu 12/1122:50 -
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Deal found 15/10£445
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Deal found 11/10£449
Thu 29/1019:55 -
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Deal found 14/10£485
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Deal found 14/10£489
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Deal found 13/10£491
Mon 2/1122:50 -
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Mon 23/1106:15 -
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Deal found 12/10£492
Thu 12/1107:30 -
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Deal found 15/10£514
Tue 3/1119:55 -
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Deal found 15/10£529
Thu 12/1119:55 -
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Deal found 15/10£550
Best flights from Colombo to Melbourne
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Colombo to Melbourne that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 15 October 2026.
Mon 2/1122:50 -
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Deal found 12/10£492
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Deal found 13/10£592
Wed 13/121:45 -
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1 stop19h 45m
Deal found 15/10£879
Sat 7/1109:10 -
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2 stops38h 30m
Deal found 12/10£901
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Sun 15/1110:20 -
2 stops42h 35m
Deal found 15/10£903
Fri 11/1210:25 -
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Sat 2/106:15 -
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Deal found 14/10£631
Fri 11/1221:45 -
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Sat 2/106:30 -
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Deal found 11/10£921
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Deal found 11/10£851
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Deal found 13/10£959
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Wed 27/107:45 -
2 stops18h 30m
Deal found 15/10£951
Direct flights from Colombo to Melbourne
Explore direct flight options from Colombo to Melbourne based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 15 October 2026.
Tue 30/320:00 -
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Tue 6/412:00 -
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Deal found 12/10£427
Thu 29/1019:55 -
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Deal found 14/10£485
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Deal found 15/10£529
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Deal found 15/10£550
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Deal found 13/10£575
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Deal found 12/10£651
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Wed 18/1107:10 -
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Deal found 14/10£691
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Deal found 11/10£866
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Deal found 15/10£870
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Deal found 11/10£990
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Deal found 14/10£1,077
Last-minute flights from Colombo to Melbourne
Discover last-minute flight deals from Colombo to Melbourne. Data last updated 15 October 2026 and is based on user searches.
Thu 29/1019:55 -
Nonstop9h 40m
Thu 12/1113:00 -
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Deal found 14/10£485
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1 stop19h 25m
Mon 23/1106:15 -
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Deal found 12/10£492
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Deal found 15/10£529
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Deal found 11/10£591
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Wed 18/1107:45 -
2 stops19h 35m
Deal found 14/10£489
Thu 12/1122:50 -
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Thu 19/1113:00 -
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Deal found 15/10£445
Thu 12/1107:30 -
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Thu 19/1115:30 -
1 stop24h 10m
Deal found 15/10£514
Thu 12/1119:55 -
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Thu 19/1113:00 -
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Deal found 15/10£550
Wed 25/1122:50 -
1 stop19h 25m
Wed 2/1207:45 -
2 stops19h 35m
Deal found 11/10£449
One-way flights from Colombo to Melbourne
Search for one-way flight options from Colombo to Melbourne. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 15 October 2026.
Sat 13/310:25 -
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Deal found 11/10£347
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Deal found 14/10£359
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Deal found 11/10£398
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Deal found 13/10£402
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Deal found 11/10£410
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Deal found 11/10£427
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Deal found 11/10£439
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Deal found 11/10£455
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Deal found 13/10£456
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1 stop19h 25m
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Deal found 14/10£493
Find 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 October 2026.
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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated 15 October 2026.
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ColomboMelbourne
CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - MEL Melbourne
CMBMEL
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Sat 13/3
10:25-05:00
1 stop13h 05m
Melbourne
Wed 31/12
00:00-19:30
Nonstop0h 00m
£347
ColomboMelbourne
CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - MEL Melbourne
CMBMEL
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Mon 23/11
00:45-12:10
1 stop29h 55m
Melbourne
Wed 31/12
00:00-19:30
Nonstop0h 00m
£359
ColomboMelbourne
CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - MEL Melbourne
CMBMEL
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Sat 6/2
22:50-05:00
1 stop24h 40m
Melbourne
Wed 31/12
00:00-19:30
Nonstop0h 00m
£402
ColomboMelbourne
CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - MEL Melbourne
CMBMEL
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Sat 13/3
09:10-07:25
2 stops40h 45m
Melbourne
Wed 31/12
00:00-19:30
Nonstop0h 00m
£427
ColomboMelbourne
CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - MEL Melbourne
CMBMEL
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Sun 31/1
22:50-23:45
1 stop19h 25m
Melbourne
Wed 31/12
00:00-19:30
Nonstop0h 00m
£446
ColomboMelbourne
CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - MEL Melbourne
CMBMEL
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Sat 6/2
12:30-10:15
2 stops40h 15m
Melbourne
Wed 31/12
00:00-19:30
Nonstop0h 00m
£456
ColomboMelbourne
CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - MEL Melbourne
CMBMEL
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Mon 2/11
22:50-23:45
1 stop19h 25m
Melbourne
Mon 23/11
06:15-21:50
1 stop21h 05m
£492
ColomboMelbourne
CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - MEL Melbourne
CMBMEL
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Sun 31/1
23:15-20:10
2 stops39h 25m
Melbourne
Wed 31/12
00:00-19:30
Nonstop0h 00m
£507
ColomboMelbourne
CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - MEL Melbourne
CMBMEL
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Mon 25/1
21:45-05:40
2 stops26h 25m
Melbourne
Wed 31/12
00:00-19:30
Nonstop0h 00m
£529
ColomboMelbourne
CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - MEL Melbourne
CMBMEL
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Sat 7/11
00:40-09:25
1 stop27h 15m
Melbourne
Sun 15/11
08:45-23:35
1 stop20h 20m
£592
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?
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 75 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport (average of £602). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of £955). 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 October 2026.
Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport as you normally would.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport flights typically cost between £529 and £819 in March.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £427 on Jetstar (30 Mar–6 Apr).
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 October 2026.
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 often are flights from Colombo to Melbourne delayed?
About 18% of weekly flights between Colombo and Melbourne have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 127 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Colombo to Melbourne flights?
Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Colombo to Melbourne flights?
Over the past year, SriLankan Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 17% of flights being delayed.
What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?
Share of one-stop return flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.
Singapore (SIN) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 58% of one-stop itineraries from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?
Average return fare for one-stop flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.
Singapore (SIN) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of £621.
What’s the fastest stopover option from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?
Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Singapore (SIN) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 15h 44m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?
Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Doha (DOH) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 3h 25m.
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 October 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport, such as Jetstar. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Wonderful crew, good inflight menu. Boarding and airport procedures are a bit chaotic.
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How long is the flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?
Airlines like Jetstar and Malaysia Airlines fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport in about 9h 40m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 17h 35m. There are 5190 mi between Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport and Melbourne Airport. This flight may include one or multiple stops.
What is the cheapest airline to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport round-trip?
Jetstar, at £440, was found to be the cheapest airline from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport.. Jetstar is priced at 41% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.
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 (77%), SriLankan Airlines (77%) and Ethiopian Air (77%).
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 £191, our data indicates the cheapest price to be £188. The most popular route (Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - Melbourne), is priced around £283.
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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport (average of £602). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of £955). 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.
Explore flights to Melbourne departing from other origins. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 15 October 2026.
Discover the top airline that operate flights from Colombo to Melbourne. 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated 15 October 2026.
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