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Find cheap one-way flights from Melbourne to Colombo starting at US$210.

For as little as US$210, you can take your next adventure to Colombo without breaking the bank. Choose between one-way and return tickets from Melbourne below.

  • One way
  • Round-trip

Crossed out prices are calculated based on the average price of the corresponding route on Trip.com.

Melbourne to Colombo Flight time & Schedules

Flight info.
Departure
Arrival
Weekly Schedule
  1. D7213

    00:10

    MEL

    8.5h

    06:40

    KUL

    SM-WTFS
  2. AK047

    20:55

    KUL

    3.5h

    21:55

    CMB

    SMTWTFS
  3. D7213

    00:10

    MEL

    8.5h

    06:40

    KUL

    SM-WTFS
  4. AK045

    08:25

    KUL

    3.5h

    09:25

    CMB

    SMTWTFS
  5. OD176

    06:15

    MEL

    8.7h

    11:55

    KUL

    S-T-T-S
  6. AK047

    20:55

    KUL

    3.5h

    21:55

    CMB

    SMTWTFS
  7. D7219

    07:00

    MEL

    8.7h

    13:40

    KUL

    S-TWTF-
  8. AK047

    20:55

    KUL

    3.5h

    21:55

    CMB

    SMTWTFS
  9. JQ007

    13:10

    MEL

    7.8h

    18:00

    SIN

    SM-WTFS
  10. 3K333

    08:55

    SIN

    4.0h

    10:25

    CMB

    ---W--S
  11. JQ007

    13:10

    MEL

    7.8h

    18:00

    SIN

    SM-WTFS
  12. 3K331

    21:00

    SIN

    4.0h

    22:30

    CMB

    S-T--F-
  13. TR019

    13:35

    MEL

    7.9h

    18:30

    SIN

    S-TWTFS
  14. TR578

    21:30

    SIN

    3.8h

    22:50

    MAA

    SMTWT-S
  15. 6E1175

    11:30

    MAA

    1.3h

    12:50

    CMB

    SMTWTFS
  16. TR019

    13:35

    MEL

    7.9h

    18:30

    SIN

    S-TWTFS
  17. 3K333

    08:55

    SIN

    4.0h

    10:25

    CMB

    ---W--S
  18. TR019

    13:35

    MEL

    7.9h

    18:30

    SIN

    S-TWTFS
  19. 3K331

    21:00

    SIN

    4.0h

    22:30

    CMB

    S-T--F-
  20. TR025

    22:30

    MEL

    8.0h

    03:30

    SIN

    SMTWTFS
  21. 3K333

    08:55

    SIN

    4.0h

    10:25

    CMB

    ---W--S

When is the cheapest time to book flights from Melbourne to Colombo?

Explore the best time to buy affordable tickets to Colombo with our price trend chart, which predicts how flight prices will change in the coming weeks from previous data.

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Cheapest airlines flights from Melbourne to Colombo

We have a range of prices from different airlines providing flights from Melbourne to Colombo. Check below for the journey which best suits your travel needs.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • When are flight tickets from Melbourne (MEL) to Colombo (CMB) the cheapest?

    Airlines adjust prices for flights from Melbourne to Colombo based on the departure date and time of your selection. By analyzing data from all airlines, we've discovered that on Trip.com, you can find the lowest flight prices on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays.
  • How much do flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Colombo (CMB) cost?

    According to Trip.com's data, the lowest price is around $877.
  • How long does it take to fly from Melbourne (MEL) to Colombo (CMB) and what is the distance?

    It takes around 10 hours 30 minutes to fly from Melbourne (MEL) to Colombo (CMB).
  • What is the transportation method from the main airport to downtown in Colombo?

    • The distance from Bandaranaike International Airport to downtown is about 29 km. It takes about 40 minutes by taxi.
  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Melbourne (MEL) to Colombo (CMB)?

    Airlines with flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Colombo (CMB): SriLankan Airlines, Air Seychelles and Ethiopian Airlines.

How to find a cheap flight from Melbourne to Colombo

If you leave it until the last minute and forget to check some of the key information when booking tickets, prices can often end up skyrocketing. Below, you can find our top tips for getting the best value flights – from changing dates to chasing deals, there are plenty ways to keep your next trip affordable.
1
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2
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3
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4
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5
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Melbourne to Colombo Flight Information

Cheapest nonstop flight price$210
Cheapest round-trip ticket price$583
Off-season for travelJanuary
Peak season for travelNovember
Flight distance8,350.13 km
Average flight time10 hours 30 minutes
Popular airlineAir India