$280+ Cheap flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Bandaranaike Intl (CMB)
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 4/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to ColomboExplore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Colombo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 27, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Colombo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 27, 2026.
This Malaysia Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Malaysia Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Malaysia Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Malaysia Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Malaysia Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Malaysia Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Malaysia Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Malaysia Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Malaysia Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Malaysia Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This AirAsia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure AirAsia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Find flight deals from Melbourne to Colombo
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to Colombo (CMB). 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 January 27, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $668 (Malaysia Airlines) |
One-way from | $280 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | May |
Average price | $961 |
Good round-trip deal | $980 or less |
Good one-way deal | $620 or less |
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport that are best for you.
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Price
MelbourneColombo
MEL - CMB
MELCMB
Melbourne
Tue 5/5
1:25 pm-10:55 pm
1 stop14h 00m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Sun 5/17
12:05 am-7:15 pm
1 stop14h 40m
MelbourneColombo
MEL - CMB
MELCMB
Melbourne
Mon 5/4
7:45 am-10:55 pm
1 stop19h 40m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Sun 5/17
12:05 am-7:15 pm
1 stop14h 40m
MelbourneColombo
MEL - CMB
MELCMB
Melbourne
Thu 5/7
1:25 pm-10:55 pm
1 stop14h 00m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Wed 5/13
12:05 am-7:15 pm
1 stop14h 40m
MelbourneColombo
MEL - CMB
MELCMB
Melbourne
Mon 5/4
1:25 pm-10:55 pm
1 stop14h 00m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Wed 5/13
12:05 am-7:15 pm
1 stop14h 40m
MelbourneColombo
MEL - CMB
MELCMB
Melbourne
Fri 5/8
7:45 am-10:55 pm
1 stop19h 40m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Wed 5/13
12:05 am-7:15 pm
1 stop14h 40m
MelbourneColombo
MEL - CMB
MELCMB
Melbourne
Mon 3/23
3:35 pm-11:30 pm
1 stop37h 25m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Wed 3/25
12:45 am-11:00 pm
1 stop16h 45m
MelbourneColombo
MEL - CMB
MELCMB
Melbourne
Wed 3/4
3:35 pm-11:30 pm
1 stop37h 25m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Sat 3/7
12:45 am-11:00 pm
1 stop16h 45m
MelbourneColombo
MEL - CMB
MELCMB
Melbourne
Sat 2/7
3:10 pm-11:35 pm
1 stop13h 55m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Thu 3/5
12:40 am-9:25 am
1 stop27h 15m
MelbourneColombo
MEL - CMB
MELCMB
Melbourne
Thu 3/12
5:25 pm-10:20 pm
Nonstop10h 25m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Wed 3/18
12:25 am-3:55 pm
Nonstop10h 00m
MelbourneColombo
MEL - CMB
MELCMB
Melbourne
Fri 5/15
1:25 pm-10:55 pm
1 stop14h 00m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Mon 6/22
12:05 am-12:05 pm
2 stops31h 30m
Compare providers for flights from Melbourne to Colombo
Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Melbourne to Colombo in January.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*2 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Melbourne Airport-Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Melbourne Airport-Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Melbourne Airport-Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Melbourne Airport-Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Melbourne Airport-Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport
How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
The price you pay for your flight from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 82 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $550). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $817). 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 MEL to CMB?
Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport as you normally would.
How often are flights from Melbourne to Colombo delayed?
About 32% of weekly flights between Melbourne and Colombo have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 142 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Melbourne to Colombo flights?
Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Thursday 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 Melbourne to Colombo flights?
Over the last year, SriLankan Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 32% of flights being delayed.
What’s the top layover airport for flights from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Kuala Lumpur (KUL) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 55% of 1-stop itineraries from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Singapore (SIN) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $739.
What’s the fastest layover option from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Flights via Bangkok (BKK) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 15h 01m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Flights via Bangkok (BKK) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 2h 13m.
Reviews of airlines servicing Colombo
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Colombo. 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 Colombo. Reviews last updated January 27, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Singapore Airlines, Thai Airways, and Qantas Airways from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Juliet,Oct 2025
PUS - SIN
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Juliet,Oct 2025
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Juliet,Oct 2025
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$564 | Average$726 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time81% | |
| Cheapest$620 | Average$970 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time67% | |
| Cheapest$634 | Average$824 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time72% | |
| Cheapest$669 | Average$942 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time68% | |
| Cheapest$705 | Average$962 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time74% | |
| Cheapest$757 | Average$927 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% |