NZ$569 Cheap Flights Melbourne to Colombo (MEL-CMB)

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Cheap Flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Colombo (CMB)

Prices were available within the past 7 days for one-way flights and round trip tickets for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Philippine Airlines
Sun., 18 May - Tue., 10 Jun.
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
NZ$986 Return, found 1 day ago
NZ$986
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Philippine Airlines flight, departing Sun., 18 May from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Tue., 10 Jun., priced at NZ$986 found 1 day ago
Philippine Airlines
Sat., 15 Nov. - Fri., 21 Nov.
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
NZ$1,001 Return, found 1 day ago
NZ$1,001
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Philippine Airlines flight, departing Sat., 15 Nov. from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Fri., 21 Nov., priced at NZ$1,001 found 1 day ago
Philippine Airlines
Fri., 6 Feb. - Tue., 3 Mar.
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
NZ$1,007 Return, found 3 days ago
NZ$1,007
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Philippine Airlines flight, departing Fri., 6 Feb. from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Tue., 3 Mar., priced at NZ$1,007 found 3 days ago
Philippine Airlines
Sun., 2 Nov. - Mon., 24 Nov.
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
NZ$1,045 Return, found 4 days ago
NZ$1,045
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Philippine Airlines flight, departing Sun., 2 Nov. from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Mon., 24 Nov., priced at NZ$1,045 found 4 days ago
Malaysia Airlines
Sun., 2 Nov. - Mon., 24 Nov.
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
NZ$1,093 Return, found 4 days ago
NZ$1,093
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Malaysia Airlines flight, departing Sun., 2 Nov. from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Mon., 24 Nov., priced at NZ$1,093 found 4 days ago
Malaysia Airlines
Sat., 15 Nov. - Fri., 21 Nov.
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
NZ$1,099 Return, found 1 day ago
NZ$1,099
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Malaysia Airlines flight, departing Sat., 15 Nov. from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Fri., 21 Nov., priced at NZ$1,099 found 1 day ago
Malaysia Airlines
Sun., 2 Nov. - Mon., 24 Nov.
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
NZ$1,101 Return, found 4 days ago
NZ$1,101
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Malaysia Airlines flight, departing Sun., 2 Nov. from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Mon., 24 Nov., priced at NZ$1,101 found 4 days ago
Sri Lankan Airlines
Mon., 19 May - Mon., 26 May
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
NZ$1,140 Return, found 23 hours ago
NZ$1,140
Return
found 23 hours ago
Select Sri Lankan Airlines flight, departing Mon., 19 May from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Mon., 26 May, priced at NZ$1,140 found 23 hours ago
Cathay Pacific
Mon., 19 May - Sun., 1 Jun.
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
NZ$1,213 Return, found 20 hours ago
NZ$1,213
Return
found 20 hours ago
Select Cathay Pacific flight, departing Mon., 19 May from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Sun., 1 Jun., priced at NZ$1,213 found 20 hours ago
Qantas Airways
Thu., 5 Jun. - Sun., 22 Jun.
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
NZ$1,286 Return, found 15 hours ago
NZ$1,286
Return
found 15 hours ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Thu., 5 Jun. from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Sun., 22 Jun., priced at NZ$1,286 found 15 hours ago

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to CMB?
Within the past 7 days on Expedia, for flights departing within the next year, the lowest price advertised for a round-trip journey between Tullamarine Airport (MEL) and Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) was NZ$986. Cheap tickets don’t last long, so make sure you book yours ASAP. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from MEL to Colombo International Airport?
The majority of flights can be cancelled online, but whether or not you are charged a fee differs between airlines. If you do need to cancel your trip, follow the instructions in the Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from MEL to CMB that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you’re searching for Tullamarine Airport to Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) flights, you’ll see a “no change fees” filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from Tullamarine Airport to Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB)?
The distance is around 8 400 kilometres, so pack your carry-on bag with all the items you need to make the long journey comfortable. Not sure what to take on board your Melbourne to Seeduwa - Katunayake flight? A sleep mask, earplugs and a neck pillow are a few essentials.
Which airlines fly direct from Tullamarine Airport to Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB)?
SriLankan Airlines (UL) will take you from Tullamarine Airport to Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) comfortably and safely. You can choose from 30 direct flights every month along this route.
Are Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Colombo International Airport flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Late planners can sometimes score a bargain, with some of the cheapest airfares from MEL to Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) popping up a few weeks before the date of departure. If you’d rather book ahead, Expedia compares and updates the best flight deals frequently — as early as 12 months in advance in some cases. It does depend on the carrier though, as not all airlines quote prices so far in advance.
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