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Cheap flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne from $484

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 31/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMB — MEL
1 Apr — 8 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Melbourne are usually found in May or June, booked 56 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Sunday and return on a Thursday

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 (ME1). 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 27 March 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,009

One-way from

$484

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,665
14/4-22/5
  • 14/4-22/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 38h 10m total
  • Colombo to Melbourne
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31/5
  • 31/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 28h 00m total
  • Colombo to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($384 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($82 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 27 March 2025.

Mon 14/401:00CMB - MEL
1 stop21h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 22/521:45MEL - CMB
1 stop16h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/3$1,009
Fri 9/503:30CMB - AVV
3 stops38h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 31/516:40AVV - CMB
2 stops21h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/3$1,032
Tue 1/420:30CMB - MEL
1 stop32h 00mChina Eastern
Wed 7/511:00MEL - CMB
1 stop36h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 26/3$1,240
Sun 10/800:50CMB - MEL
1 stop16h 55mCathay Pacific
Sat 23/807:25MEL - CMB
1 stop20h 35mCathay Pacific
Deal found 27/3$1,318
Mon 11/800:50CMB - MEL
1 stop14h 55mSingapore Airlines
Fri 7/1121:20MEL - CMB
1 stop31h 40mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 27/3$1,324
Wed 6/800:05CMB - MEL
1 stop14h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Thu 21/823:30MEL - CMB
1 stop27h 55mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 27/3$1,421
Mon 31/300:25CMB - MEL
Nonstop9h 45mSriLankan Airlines
Wed 7/516:10MEL - CMB
Nonstop10h 45mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 26/3$1,538
Tue 5/807:50CMB - AVV
2 stops25h 50mQantas Airways
Tue 19/806:00AVV - CMB
2 stops32h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 27/3$1,578
Tue 1/412:15CMB - MEL
2 stops22h 00mQantas Airways
Wed 7/515:55MEL - CMB
1 stop23h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 26/3$1,635
Mon 4/813:50CMB - MEL
2 stops38h 30mIndiGo
Mon 18/815:55MEL - CMB
2 stops25h 30mIndiGo
Deal found 27/3$1,651

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ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 14/4

01:00-03:15

1 stop21h 45m

Melbourne

Thu 22/5

21:45-09:40

1 stop16h 25m

$1,009

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - AVV

CMBAVV

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 9/5

03:30-22:50

3 stops38h 50m

Melbourne Avalon

Sat 31/5

16:40-09:40

2 stops21h 30m

$1,032

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 10/8

00:50-22:15

1 stop16h 55m

Melbourne

Sat 23/8

07:25-23:30

1 stop20h 35m

$1,318

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 11/8

00:50-20:15

1 stop14h 55m

Melbourne

Fri 7/11

21:20-23:30

1 stop31h 40m

$1,324

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 6/8

00:05-19:15

1 stop14h 40m

Melbourne

Thu 21/8

23:30-22:55

1 stop27h 55m

$1,421

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 18/8

22:10-09:00

3 stops54h 20m

Melbourne

Mon 8/9

11:00-19:00

1 stop36h 30m

$1,462

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 1/8

00:55-20:00

1 stop14h 35m

Melbourne

Wed 27/8

13:30-23:55

1 stop14h 55m

$1,524

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - AVV

CMBAVV

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 5/8

07:50-14:10

2 stops25h 50m

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 19/8

06:00-09:35

2 stops32h 05m

$1,578

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 14/5

00:25-14:40

Nonstop9h 45m

Melbourne

Mon 19/5

16:10-22:25

Nonstop10h 45m

$1,611

ColomboMelbourne

CMB - MEL

CMBMEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 4/8

13:50-08:50

2 stops38h 30m

Melbourne

Mon 18/8

15:55-12:55

2 stops25h 30m

$1,651

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Best time to book a flight from Colombo to Melbourne

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne

How far ahead should I book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Colombo to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 21 March 2025.

The best time to book flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne is 56 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne (average of $132). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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 27 March 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne at midday. Doing so could potentially save you 61% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

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 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 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, 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 27 March 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Emirates and Thai Airways from Colombo to Melbourne have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,285 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SIN - JNB

Cabin crew in business class was just so amazing, friendly, caring and professional
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,285 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,285 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SIN - JNB

Cabin crew in business class was just so amazing, friendly, caring and professional
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,189 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,285 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SIN - JNB

Cabin crew in business class was just so amazing, friendly, caring and professional
Thai Airways
7.8
Good
317 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,285 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SIN - JNB

Cabin crew in business class was just so amazing, friendly, caring and professional
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
837 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,285 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SIN - JNB

Cabin crew in business class was just so amazing, friendly, caring and professional
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
811 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,285 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SIN - JNB

Cabin crew in business class was just so amazing, friendly, caring and professional

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 round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne round-trip from $1,318. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Singapore Airlines, from $1,324, and Malaysia Airlines, from $1,421. You may be able to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne for 27% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Thai Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $785. Users have also found prices from $831 and $845 on Malaysia Airlines and Etihad Airways, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne are Air Seychelles (49%), SriLankan Airlines (49%) and Ethiopian Air (49%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne is $960. On average you can expect to pay $1,556. The most popular route, (Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - Melbourne), can usually be booked for $755.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne?

    Most of the time, Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne flights that have stopovers will stop in Singapore. Singapore is followed by Kuala Lumpur in terms of the most popular stopover location on flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Singapore?

    Most Singapore visitors opt to spend their time experiencing Sentosa, Merlion, and Boat Quay. Sentosa, Merlion, and Boat Quay are located about 21.6 km, 16.9 km, and 17.3 km, respectively from Singapore Changi. Travellers can rent a car at Singapore Changi for an average daily rate of $123 to make sightseeing during their stopover a little easier.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Kuala Lumpur?

    The majority of Kuala Lumpur visitors spend their time at Petronas Towers, Berjaya Times Square, and National Mosque of Malaysia. Petronas Towers, Berjaya Times Square, and National Mosque of Malaysia can be visited by travelling about 46.6 km, 44.9 km, and 44.8 km respectively from Kuala Lumpur Intl. Those looking to explore during their stopover in Kuala Lumpur can hire a car from Kuala Lumpur Intl for about $52 per day.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne flights?

    Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne flights have a stopover in Bangkok the least frequently.

  • 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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    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?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne (average of $132). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,376Average$1,587FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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