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Cheap flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport from £337

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 7/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMB — MEL
17 May — 24 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 17 April 2026.

Wed 16/922:55
CMB
-
MEL
1 stop17h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 1/1012:00
MEL
-
CMB
Nonstop10h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/4£498
Thu 17/919:50
CMB
-
MEL
Nonstop9h 40m
Jetstar
Thu 1/1012:00
MEL
-
CMB
Nonstop10h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 16/4£506
Thu 17/923:15
CMB
-
MEL
2 stops19h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 1/1021:45
MEL
-
CMB
1 stop16h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/4£524
Mon 1/622:55
CMB
-
MEL
1 stop19h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 24/806:15
MEL
-
CMB
1 stop20h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/4£542
Sat 30/522:55
CMB
-
MEL
1 stop25h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 25/806:15
MEL
-
CMB
1 stop20h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/4£543
Mon 1/622:55
CMB
-
MEL
2 stops32h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/621:35
MEL
-
CMB
2 stops28h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4£551
Tue 1/1219:50
CMB
-
MEL
Nonstop9h 40m
Jetstar
Tue 5/113:00
MEL
-
CMB
Nonstop10h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 16/4£570
Thu 4/620:30
CMB
-
MEL
1 stop35h 40m
China Eastern
Tue 1/921:30
MEL
-
CMB
1 stop26h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 14/4£583

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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 17 April 2026.

Round-trip from

£498

One-way from

£337

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

March

Average price

£717

Good one-way deal

£433 or less
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  • 16/9-1/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 27h 25m total
  • Colombo to Melbourne
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  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 50m total
  • Colombo to Melbourne
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Cheapest return flight

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 1/6

22:55-23:15

1 stop19h 50m

Melbourne

Mon 24/8

06:15-21:55

1 stop20h 10m

£542

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 30/5

22:55-05:00

1 stop25h 35m

Melbourne

Tue 25/8

06:15-21:55

1 stop20h 10m

£543
Fastest return journey

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 3/8

10:40-05:00

1 stop13h 50m

Melbourne

Mon 31/8

06:15-21:55

1 stop20h 10m

£596

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 16/9

20:30-10:00

3 stops57h 00m

Melbourne

Thu 1/10

21:30-18:20

2 stops49h 20m

£622

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 7/5

22:55-05:00

1 stop25h 35m

Melbourne

Sat 23/5

06:15-21:55

1 stop20h 10m

£654

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 2/6

00:50-20:35

1 stop15h 15m

Melbourne

Mon 31/8

05:55-23:35

1 stop22h 10m

£665

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 6/6

22:10-12:40

2 stops58h 00m

Melbourne

Thu 27/8

21:30-18:20

2 stops49h 20m

£669

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 18/8

22:10-09:00

2 stops30h 20m

Melbourne

Tue 8/9

21:30-21:10

2 stops52h 10m

£725

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 27/5

20:30-10:00

2 stops57h 00m

Melbourne

Wed 3/6

11:00-21:10

3 stops38h 40m

£734
Cheapest one-way
Fastest single journey

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 7/7

22:55-23:15

1 stop19h 50m

£337

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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 10 April 2026.

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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport (average of £641). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of £935). 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?

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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.

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  • How long is the flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?

    Airlines like China Eastern fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport in about 57h. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . There are 5190 mi between Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport and Melbourne Airport.

  • 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 £460, our data indicates the cheapest price to be £418. The most popular route (Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - Melbourne), is priced around £276.

  • 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport (average of £641). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of £935). 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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