NZ$378 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.

AirAsia X
Wed, 10 June - Wed, 24 June
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
NZ$770 Return, found 2 days ago
NZ$770
Return
found 2 days ago
Select AirAsia X flight, departing Wed, 10 June from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Wed, 24 June, priced at NZ$770 found 2 days ago
AirAsia X
Tue, 24 Feb - Tue, 10 Mar
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
NZ$770 Return, found 5 days ago
NZ$770
Return
found 5 days ago
Select AirAsia X flight, departing Tue, 24 Feb from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Tue, 10 Mar, priced at NZ$770 found 5 days ago
AirAsia X
Fri, 27 Feb - Fri, 6 Mar
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
NZ$771 Return, found 4 days ago
NZ$771
Return
found 4 days ago
Select AirAsia X flight, departing Fri, 27 Feb from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Fri, 6 Mar, priced at NZ$771 found 4 days ago
AirAsia X
Sun, 1 Mar - Mon, 9 Mar
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
NZ$774 Return, found 3 days ago
NZ$774
Return
found 3 days ago
Select AirAsia X flight, departing Sun, 1 Mar from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Mon, 9 Mar, priced at NZ$774 found 3 days ago
AirAsia X
Mon, 19 Oct - Mon, 26 Oct
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
NZ$774 Return, found 12 hours ago
NZ$774
Return
found 12 hours ago
Select AirAsia X flight, departing Mon, 19 Oct from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Mon, 26 Oct, priced at NZ$774 found 12 hours ago
AirAsia X
Wed, 10 June - Wed, 24 June
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
NZ$778 Return, found 2 days ago
NZ$778
Return
found 2 days ago
Select AirAsia X flight, departing Wed, 10 June from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Wed, 24 June, priced at NZ$778 found 2 days ago
Singapore Airlines
Thu, 13 Aug - Thu, 20 Aug
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
NZ$1,109 Return, just found
NZ$1,109
Return
just found
Select Singapore Airlines flight, departing Thu, 13 Aug from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Thu, 20 Aug, priced at NZ$1,109 just found
Malaysia Airlines
Wed, 26 Aug - Fri, 11 Sept
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
NZ$1,110 Return, found 4 days ago
NZ$1,110
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Malaysia Airlines flight, departing Wed, 26 Aug from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Fri, 11 Sept, priced at NZ$1,110 found 4 days ago
Air India
Mon, 16 Mar - Wed, 1 Apr
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
NZ$1,233 Return, found 2 days ago
NZ$1,233
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Air India flight, departing Mon, 16 Mar from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Wed, 1 Apr, priced at NZ$1,233 found 2 days ago
Cathay Pacific
Tue, 25 Aug - Wed, 2 Sept
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
NZ$1,311 Return, found 2 days ago
NZ$1,311
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Cathay Pacific flight, departing Tue, 25 Aug from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Wed, 2 Sept, priced at NZ$1,311 found 2 days ago

Alternative airports near Colombo

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Katunayake CMB. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city centre is 28 minutes. Flights from NZ$1,725
CMB
Katunayake
Cheapest
Average driving time to city centre28 min
Flights from NZ$1,725
Flight from Melbourne to Colombo route information
Origin airport
Tullamarine
Destination airport
Bandaranaike Intl.
Airlines serving
Cathay Pacific, Emirates, Etihad Airways, Malaysia Airlines, Qantas Airways, Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines, Sri Lankan Airlines, Thai Airways International
Return price
NZ$769
Distance
8308 km
Average flight time
10 hours 25 mins

Perfect flights from Melbourne to Colombo

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Our flexible Tullamarine to Bandaranaike Intl. ticket options cater to your travel preferences, with incredible one-way fares from NZ$378 and roundtrip prices from NZ$770. Whether you're planning a short city break or a longer adventure, our dynamic pricing ensures that you find the best deals for your journey.
 
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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$770. 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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