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Cheap flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport from £288

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 6/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMB — MEL
26 Feb — 5 Mar1
1 adult

The best prices from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Melbourne are usually found in May or June, booked 74 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday 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 21 February 2025.

Round-trip from

£576

One-way from

£288

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£971

Good round-trip deal

£1,104 or less

Good one-way deal

£1,365 or less
1/4-9/4
  • 1/4-9/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 34h 00m total
  • Colombo to Melbourne
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6/3
  • 6/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 14h 30m total
  • Colombo to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (£98 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£21 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 21 February 2025.

Tue 1/400:55CMB - MEL
1 stop14h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/407:00MEL - CMB
1 stop19h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2£576
Tue 1/700:50CMB - MEL
1 stop15h 15mSingapore Airlines
Fri 25/721:30MEL - CMB
1 stop30h 35mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 20/2£604
Wed 9/421:45CMB - MEL
1 stop25h 10mEtihad Airways
Tue 22/405:00MEL - CMB
1 stop20h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 20/2£650
Sun 9/300:45CMB - MEL
1 stop16h 45mCathay Pacific
Mon 17/308:40MEL - CMB
1 stop20h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 20/2£659
Mon 31/300:05CMB - MEL
1 stop14h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Wed 7/513:25MEL - CMB
1 stop14h 00mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 19/2£666
Tue 1/400:25CMB - MEL
Nonstop9h 45mSriLankan Airlines
Wed 9/416:10MEL - CMB
Nonstop10h 45mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 20/2£1,016
Fri 21/209:55CMB - MEL
1 stop31h 55mEmirates
Mon 10/306:15MEL - CMB
2 stops32h 45mEmirates
Deal found 20/2£1,037

Find flights from Colombo to Melbourne within your budget

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 21 February 2025.

Fly from

Colombo

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Melbourne

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 1/4

00:55-21:00

1 stop14h 35m

Melbourne

Wed 9/4

07:00-21:55

1 stop19h 25m

£576

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 1/7

00:50-20:35

1 stop15h 15m

Melbourne

Fri 25/7

21:30-23:35

1 stop30h 35m

£604

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 9/4

21:45-03:25

1 stop25h 10m

Melbourne

Tue 22/4

05:00-20:40

1 stop20h 10m

£650

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 9/3

00:45-23:00

1 stop16h 45m

Melbourne

Mon 17/3

08:40-23:30

1 stop20h 20m

£659

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 31/3

00:05-20:15

1 stop14h 40m

Melbourne

Wed 7/5

13:25-22:55

1 stop14h 00m

£666

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 1/4

00:25-15:40

Nonstop9h 45m

Melbourne

Wed 9/4

16:10-22:25

Nonstop10h 45m

£1,016

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 10/3

20:15-06:25

2 stops28h 40m

Melbourne

Mon 17/3

06:15-09:30

2 stops32h 45m

£1,037

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 6/3

11:25-07:25

1 stop14h 30m

£288

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 6/3

00:45-23:00

1 stop16h 45m

£376

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 2/3

00:40-09:25

1 stop27h 15m

£527

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Best time to book a flight from Colombo to Melbourne

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Travel insights for flights from Colombo to Melbourne

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Colombo to Melbourne including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 14 February 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 74 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 21 February 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.

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 21 February 2025.

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).

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 21 February 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, Singapore Airlines 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,276 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jun 2024

IAH - DXB

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,276 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,276 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jun 2024

IAH - DXB

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,299 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,276 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jun 2024

IAH - DXB

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
821 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,276 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jun 2024

IAH - DXB

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,178 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,276 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jun 2024

IAH - DXB

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

Malaysia Airlines
7.4
Good
263 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,276 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jun 2024

IAH - DXB

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport round-trip?

    Singapore Airlines, at £604, 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 Cathay Pacific. Singapore Airlines is priced at 33% 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 £376. Malaysia Airlines flights start at £527 while deals on Emirates start at £692 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 (41%).

  • 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 £1,237, our data indicates the cheapest price to be £970. The most popular route (Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - Melbourne), is priced around £296.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Colombo to Melbourne that include hotel bookings?

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    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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