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Cheap flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport from £221

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 15/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMB — MEL
5 May — 12 May1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Melbourne are usually found in May or March, booked 85 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Saturday and return on a Monday

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 30 April 2025.

Round-trip from

£455

One-way from

£221

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£811

Good one-way deal

£1,285 or less
25/6-1/8
  • 25/6-1/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 59h 35m total
  • Colombo to Melbourne
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15/5
  • 15/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 14h 20m total
  • Colombo to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (£86 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 30 April 2025.

Wed 25/623:45CMB - MEL
1 stop26h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/817:40MEL - CMB
2 stops33h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4£455
Thu 5/600:50CMB - MEL
1 stop24h 35mCathay Pacific
Sat 7/623:45MEL - CMB
1 stop28h 15mCathay Pacific
Deal found 29/4£556
Sun 3/800:50CMB - MEL
1 stop23h 00mSingapore Airlines
Sun 31/818:25MEL - CMB
1 stop33h 40mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 29/4£635
Wed 14/504:05CMB - MEL
1 stop31h 00mEtihad Airways
Fri 15/805:00MEL - CMB
1 stop32h 00mEtihad Airways
Deal found 28/4£728
Fri 16/500:05CMB - MEL
1 stop27h 35mMalaysia Airlines
Thu 14/823:30MEL - CMB
1 stop27h 55mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 28/4£740
Thu 7/800:45CMB - MEL
Nonstop9h 45mSriLankan Airlines
Tue 19/816:30MEL - CMB
Nonstop10h 45mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 29/4£791
Fri 8/820:30CMB - MEL
1 stop32h 00mChina Eastern
Tue 19/811:00MEL - CMB
1 stop36h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 29/4£855
Sat 10/520:35CMB - MEL
2 stops39h 35mEmirates
Mon 12/522:55MEL - CMB
2 stops39h 05mEmirates
Deal found 29/4£1,093

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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 30 April 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

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Melbourne

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 25/6

23:45-06:15

1 stop26h 00m

Melbourne

Fri 1/8

17:40-22:45

2 stops33h 35m

£455

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 5/6

00:50-05:55

1 stop24h 35m

Melbourne

Sat 7/6

23:45-23:30

1 stop28h 15m

£556

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 3/8

00:50-04:20

1 stop23h 00m

Melbourne

Sun 31/8

18:25-23:35

1 stop33h 40m

£635

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 14/5

04:05-15:35

1 stop31h 00m

Melbourne

Fri 15/8

05:00-08:30

1 stop32h 00m

£728

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 16/5

00:05-08:10

1 stop27h 35m

Melbourne

Tue 12/8

23:30-22:55

1 stop27h 55m

£740

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 7/8

00:45-15:00

Nonstop9h 45m

Melbourne

Tue 19/8

16:30-22:45

Nonstop10h 45m

£791

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 8/8

20:30-09:00

1 stop32h 00m

Melbourne

Tue 19/8

11:00-19:00

1 stop36h 30m

£855

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 10/5

20:35-16:40

2 stops39h 35m

Melbourne

Mon 12/5

22:55-09:30

2 stops39h 05m

£1,093

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 15/5

11:25-06:15

1 stop14h 20m

£221

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 12/6

00:50-22:15

1 stop16h 55m

£312

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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 25 April 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 85 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 30 April 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 49% on flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport by exploring options for tickets at midday.

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 30 April 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines, Emirates and Cathay Pacific 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.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,292 reviews
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Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SIN - JNB

Cabin crew in business class was just so amazing, friendly, caring and professional
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,292 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,292 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SIN - JNB

Cabin crew in business class was just so amazing, friendly, caring and professional
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,215 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,292 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SIN - JNB

Cabin crew in business class was just so amazing, friendly, caring and professional
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
852 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,292 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SIN - JNB

Cabin crew in business class was just so amazing, friendly, caring and professional
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,203 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,292 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SIN - JNB

Cabin crew in business class was just so amazing, friendly, caring and professional
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
254 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,292 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SIN - JNB

Cabin crew in business class was just so amazing, friendly, caring and professional

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?

    Cathay Pacific, at £556, was found to be the cheapest airline from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include Singapore Airlines and Etihad Airways. Cathay Pacific is priced at 34% 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 £312. SriLankan Airlines flights start at £503 while deals on Malaysia Airlines start at £533 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 SriLankan Airlines (49%), Ethiopian Air (49%) and Air Seychelles (46%).

  • 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 £1,290, our data indicates the cheapest price to be £1,285. The most popular route (Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - Melbourne), is priced around £279.

  • 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 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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