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$403+ Cheap flights from Bandaranaike Intl (CMB) to Melbourne (MEL)

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 2/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMB — MEL
Mar 5 — Mar 121
Thu 3/5
Thu 3/12
1 adult, Economy
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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 February 3, 2026.

This AirAsia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Fri 3/1310:25 am
CMB
-
MEL
1 stop13h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/177:00 am
MEL
-
CMB
1 stop19h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$635
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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.
Tue 3/1710:50 pm
CMB
-
MEL
2 stops16h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 4/129:30 pm
MEL
-
CMB
1 stop18h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/31$638
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/25:15 pm
CMB
-
MEL
3 stops33h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 3/51:10 pm
MEL
-
CMB
2 stops25h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1$639
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/174:00 am
CMB
-
MEL
1 stop31h 30m
Etihad Airways
Sun 4/125:20 pm
MEL
-
CMB
1 stop19h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 1/31$640
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
Sat 4/2510:55 pm
CMB
-
MEL
2 stops25h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/169:30 pm
MEL
-
CMB
1 stop18h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1$642
This AirAsia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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.
Wed 5/1310:55 pm
CMB
-
MEL
1 stop17h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/219:45 pm
MEL
-
CMB
1 stop16h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/3$643
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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.
Sat 3/213:30 am
CMB
-
MEL
1 stop20h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 4/127:00 am
MEL
-
CMB
2 stops19h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/31$644
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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.
Wed 3/1810:25 am
CMB
-
MEL
2 stops20h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 4/117:00 am
MEL
-
CMB
1 stop19h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/31$645
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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.
Mon 3/235:15 pm
CMB
-
MEL
2 stops22h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 4/1012:00 pm
MEL
-
CMB
1 stop14h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/31$646
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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.
Sun 3/225:15 pm
CMB
-
MEL
2 stops22h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 4/1112:00 pm
MEL
-
CMB
1 stop14h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/31$649
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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.
Tue 3/1710:50 pm
CMB
-
MEL
2 stops16h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 4/1012:00 pm
MEL
-
CMB
1 stop14h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/31$651

Find 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 February 3, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$635
(AirAsia)

One-way from

$403
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,173

Good round-trip deal

$1,093 or less

Good one-way deal

$647 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($112 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($27 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 3, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Colombo

Fly to

Melbourne

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 5/13

10:55 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop17h 05m

Melbourne

Thu 5/21

9:45 pm-9:40 am

1 stop16h 25m

$643

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 3/15

10:25 am-5:00 am

1 stop13h 05m

Melbourne

Tue 4/14

9:45 pm-9:40 am

1 stop16h 25m

$653

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 3/4

10:50 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop19h 25m

Melbourne

Tue 3/10

1:00 am-9:50 pm

1 stop26h 20m

$664

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 3/12

10:50 pm-5:00 am

1 stop24h 40m

Melbourne

Mon 4/20

7:00 am-9:55 pm

1 stop19h 25m

$693

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 5/13

7:35 am-10:00 am

2 stops21h 55m

Melbourne

Thu 5/21

12:05 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop13h 55m

$700

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 4/9

5:15 pm-6:15 am

2 stops32h 30m

Melbourne

Sun 4/26

7:00 am-9:55 pm

1 stop19h 25m

$706

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 3/19

10:50 pm-5:00 am

2 stops24h 40m

Melbourne

Thu 3/26

1:10 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop13h 30m

$709

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 3/16

1:05 am-2:05 pm

2 stops31h 30m

Melbourne

Mon 4/13

12:00 pm-6:20 pm

2 stops58h 50m

$731

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 3/17

1:05 am-10:00 am

3 stops27h 25m

Melbourne

Mon 4/13

12:00 pm-6:20 pm

2 stops58h 50m

$746

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 2/19

10:25 am-4:55 am

3 stops37h 00m

$403

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Compare providers for flights from Colombo to Melbourne

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 Colombo to Melbourne in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
OneTravelPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport-Melbourne Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport-Melbourne Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport-Melbourne Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport-Melbourne 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 Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport-Melbourne Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Colombo to Melbourne

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Cheapflights Insights

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 round-trip flight from Colombo to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on January 30, 2026.

Booking 89 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport (average of $573). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,130). 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 February 3, 2026.

When flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?

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 February 3, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Singapore Airlines, Thai Airways, and Qantas Airways from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne 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.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very good
1,443 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very good
1,443 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very good
1,443 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Thai Airways
7.8
Good
381 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very good
1,443 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
984 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very good
1,443 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
290 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very good
1,443 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
SriLankan Airlines
6.8
Okay
79 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very good
1,443 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.

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?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport round-trip from $697. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Qantas Airways, from $713, and Malaysia Airlines, from $730. These flights start at 36% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport are Cathay Pacific ($416), Thai Airways ($485), and Singapore Airlines ($526).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $646. While the most popular route (Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - Melbourne) can be booked for $1,567 on average, our data indicates $923 when flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport.

  • 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 vacation 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport (average of $573). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,130). 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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Top 5 airlines flying from Colombo to Melbourne

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Colombo to Melbourne. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 3, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$697Average$933FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$713Average$853FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$730Average$1,032FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Thai AirwaysCheapest$853Average$933FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$974Average$1,211FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%

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