CMB - MEL

£310 Find Cheap Flights from Colombo to Melbourne

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Colombo to Melbourne departing on 26/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Colombo to Melbourne, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Everything you should know

Cheapest return fare
£553
Typical prices: £638-£864
Singapore Airlines
Tue 12/5Wed 20/5
CMB - MEL • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
£888
Typical prices: £902-£1,174
SriLankan Airlines
Sun 1/2Thu 19/2
CMB - MEL • Direct
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Expect security screening at each gate in Colombo.
Use SkyBus for affordable transport from Melbourne.
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Cheap Flights from Colombo to Melbourne (CMB-MEL)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Colombo to Melbourne that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals from Colombo to Melbourne

Tue, 12 May - Wed, 20 May
Singapore Airlines Logo
00:50 - 04:20
CMB
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MEL
23h 00m1 stop
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09:15 - 23:35
MEL
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CMB
18h 50m1 stop
£553Singapore Airlines
Fri, 13 Feb - Sat, 28 Feb
Multiple Airlines Logo
22:50 - 05:00
CMB
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MEL
24h 40m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:15 - 21:50
MEL
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CMB
21h 05m1 stop
£577Multiple Airlines
Mon, 2 Feb - Thu, 19 Feb
Multiple Airlines Logo
22:50 - 23:45
CMB
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MEL
19h 25m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:10 - 21:10
MEL
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CMB
13h 30m1 stop
£647Multiple Airlines
Thu, 12 Mar - Mon, 16 Mar
Etihad Airways Logo
21:35 - 17:00
CMB
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MEL
37h 55m1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
18:20 - 02:50
MEL
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CMB
38h 00m1 stop
£674Etihad Airways
Wed, 11 Mar - Mon, 16 Mar
Cathay Pacific Logo
00:45 - 23:00
CMB
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MEL
16h 45m1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
08:10 - 23:30
MEL
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CMB
20h 50m2 stops
£752Cathay Pacific
Tue, 10 Feb - Wed, 22 Apr
Singapore Airlines Logo
12:15 - 12:10
CMB
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MEL
18h 25m1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
15:40 - 10:45
MEL
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CMB
23h 35m1 stop
£777Singapore Airlines
Wed, 11 Mar - Mon, 16 Mar
Cathay Pacific Logo
00:45 - 20:45
CMB
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MEL
38h 30m2 stops
Cathay Pacific Logo
14:20 - 23:30
MEL
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CMB
38h 40m2 stops
£784Cathay Pacific
Sun, 1 Feb - Sun, 29 Nov
Singapore Airlines Logo
12:15 - 12:10
CMB
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MEL
18h 25m1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
00:35 - 10:45
MEL
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CMB
15h 40m1 stop
£803Singapore Airlines
Sun, 1 Feb - Thu, 19 Feb
Qantas Airways Logo
01:35 - 11:55
CMB
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MEL
28h 50m2 stops
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10:45 - 11:00
MEL
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CMB
29h 45m2 stops
£813Qantas Airways
Sat, 3 Jan - Sat, 17 Jan
Malaysia Airlines Logo
23:35 - 07:15
CMB
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MEL
26h 10m1 stop
Malaysia Airlines Logo
15:10 - 23:35
MEL
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CMB
13h 55m1 stop
£842Malaysia Airlines
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Colombo to Melbourne flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Colombo to Melbourne to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a return flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?

This analysis is based on the cheapest return trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport departing in May.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Colombo to Melbourne?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If you are looking for a flight deal from Colombo to Melbourne, look for departures on Thursdays and avoid leaving on a Wednesday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Melbourne, Saturday is the cheapest day to fly and Wednesday is the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport is March, where tickets cost £733 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are January and February, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £1,155 and £883 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a stopover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop stopover the cheapest option at £918 on average.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport, you should book around 6 weeks before departure, which saves you about 11% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 19 weeks before departure.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Colombo to Melbourne

 
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KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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CMB

Expect security screening at each gate, not centrally, so plan extra time before boarding at Colombo.

MEL

Use SkyBus for affordable transport from MEL to Melbourne city centre, stopping at Terminals 2 and 3.

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Good to know - Cheap tickets from Colombo to Melbourne

Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight£310
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 37% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 3% lower on average.
Flight from Colombo to Melbourne

When to book flights from Colombo to Melbourne

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Colombo to Melbourne based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking Colombo to Melbourne flights

  • How can I get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne?

    A taxi to the centre takes 35min and will cost you around A$ 60. The Skybus costs about A$ 19 and takes 30-45min, depending on whether you are aiming for Melbourne centre, St Kilda area, or Frankston. The public bus can take around 70min, and you’ll need to get a myki card (around A$ 6) and top it up with about A$ 4.40 for the bus journey to the centre.

  • Are there any onsite hotels at Melbourne Airport?

    There are various hotels within 5min of Melbourne Airport. ibis budget Melbourne Airport is 750 m from the terminals and offers an affordable option. Ciloms Airport lodge is a 4min drive from the airport and provides a courtesy shuttle. It has an on-site bistro and restaurant and is across the road from an urban surf park.

  • How can I get from Colombo city centre to Colombo Airport?

    You can take Bus 187-E from the centre to the airport. The journey takes 45min and costs around Rs 11 (A$ 0.07). There is also the express bus, which takes 30min and costs the same. The inter-terminal shuttle will take you from the Airport Bus Station to the terminal. You can take the train to Katanuyaka South Station (1 km from the airport), which takes about 1h and costs only Rs 30 (A$ 0.20). You'll need to take a tuk-tuk, bus or taxi to the terminal. Taxis from the centre take around 36min and can cost from Rs 3800-5800 (A$ 25-39).

  • What is the cheapest flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport was £310 for a one-way ticket and £553 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Colombo to Melbourne?

    When flying out of Colombo you will be using Colombo Bandaranaike Intl. You will be landing at Melbourne, also known as Melbourne.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Colombo to Melbourne?

    The Airbus A330-300 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Colombo to Melbourne flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Colombo to Melbourne?

    Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Colombo and Melbourne, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Colombo to Melbourne?

    There are direct flights from Colombo to Melbourne on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Colombo to Melbourne, Thai Airways or SriLankan Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Colombo to Melbourne are Thai Airways and SriLankan Airlines. With an average price for the route of £686 and an overall rating of 7.8, Thai Airways is the most popular choice. SriLankan Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of £980 and an overall rating of 6.9.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Colombo to Melbourne?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Colombo to Melbourne.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Colombo to Melbourne?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Melbourne from Colombo is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Colombo to Melbourne?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Melbourne with an airline and back to Colombo with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Colombo to Melbourne?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Melbourne from Colombo up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport

  • Melbourne Airport has a Hidden Disability Program to ensure passengers with disabilities that aren’t immediately visible, such as autism, mental health conditions, dementia, etc., are taken care of. Passengers are given a lanyard, a sensory map, and easy-to-understand pictorial procedures.
  • If you like duty-free products but prefer online shopping, you can opt to click and collect at Melbourne Airport (MEL). Do your shopping beforehand and collect on arrival.
  • If you have some time before your flight to Melbourne, there are various shops in the departures area of Bandaranaike Intl (CMB) selling everything from electrical appliances to perfumes, as well as Ceylon Tea and other Sri Lankan products.

Prefer to fly direct from Colombo to Melbourne?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Melbourne.
Find which airlines fly direct from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Melbourne

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

SriLankan Airlines

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

SriLankan Airlines

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Sunday

SriLankan Airlines

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Direct returns

Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Monday

SriLankan Airlines

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Reviews of the top airlines flying from Colombo to Melbourne

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Colombo to Melbourne. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Colombo to Melbourne? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.8
Thai AirwaysOverall score based on 366 reviews
7.3Food
7.9Boarding
7.5Comfort
6.9Entertainment
8.3Crew
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Good experience although the boarding gate is at the terminal extension hence need to leave lounge to head over earlier.

8.0 ExcellentWee Keng, Dec 2025
BKK - SIN
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Good experience although the boarding gate is at the terminal extension hence need to leave lounge to head over earlier.

Thai Royal First is very good. Easy check in , Private room in the first class lounge and escort from ticketing to the plane. Once on board crew was very polite, food was outstanding, and the ride was smooth as silk. Restrooms were especially clean. Great Experience

I'm not interested in improving the airline. Therefore, I won't explain this in more detail. Next time I'll try a different one.

The flight (boarding) was delayed by 40-50 minutes and there was very crowed. They need to improve on the timeliness & boarding process. (They asked passenger to board in groups, but the 2nd group was standing there waiting for 20 minutes!). However, services from the crew was very good, also the food was good as well. I also found the legroom was quite comfortable.

Need to improve on punctuality. My flight was delayed by 1 hour.

Seats were uncomfortable and the vegetarian meal was awful. Some of the entertainment didn't work.

Except that our flight was cancelled, by mail, and later moved to 12 hours prior, then the experience was good. In Bangkok we were offered a hotel, it was fine, but would have been nice to know in advance😉

The flight was mostly fine, but I really wished that seats had an outlet to charge devices considering the length of the flight (15 hours there and 14 hours back).

Although booked meal of fruit only The crew had not received this special meal The same happened on my flight Bangkok / CAN The films are so old that best is to use own computer to watch downloads . Serve nuts but they do not warm up . Service is attentive , WC clean

Terrible. It’s like they are stuck in the dark ages. I brought a standard carry on suitcase and a back pack - I was told I could only carry on 7kg per bag - in business class, I was forced to remove articles from the suitcase and put them into my backpack! That’s the most ridiculous thing I’ve ever encountered in all my years of flying. The two bags weighed the same amount but one could not be more than 7kg. Holy cow.

From the checking, ground handlimg was very poor.seems new personal on duty,people qho suppose to be teaching them didnt see around.new people may mislead passenger, as of flt info boards, not give proper info.even informatiin counter people dont get uptodate info.makin big ques, totally disaster.guests were not happy about it.even boarding to aircraft some BC class pax sent to aft staircase, some aft pasx sent to front door.poor ground handling.may need to improove.

Nice crew.flight delay fromBKK for some ground prep issue I guess, crew serve well to guest, and respect to guest as well. As usual AC is old,and nt much comert in compare to other rehional airliners.other than that.all good

All good, on time, depart.only bad side was, airxraft is too old to be in business.hope ailine will manage somethinv somewhat.all good

Flight was on time.food is as usual good.Aircraft is old.old A320, seats aithout any display.crew serve well

Was good, comparatively. A330, with good crew set.on time depature. And crew try there best, to make thing efficient.

Spesific ,Crew and cabin manager, look after all pax on board despite being in a old A320 equipment.Got free seat upgrade as well,but old style seats, no much comfert on it.But food and the spesific crew, was amazing.maintain airlanka standerd.the cabin manager, who was so much keen,keen operate as per SOP.

Was got free upgrade, on old A320.aircraft is out dated kind of.bt service ,cabin manager, tried there best.and food was excelent.

When flying from Indian Sector, should be more prepared with Indian food

KAYAK Real time status update is not accurate.the flight inbound rejected and go around.and came back and land. Delay abt 30 min.still shows ontime.track ur self if u wana real time.and cabin crew s are nicer. Aircraft is jst ok.old airplane.and in midflight ,seems have some compressor issue.airconditioning was nt work properly either.I could litarary see guests were cheking if AC is working.bt on landing it start to gv cool.which probably some one intentionaly kept .which was so bad.even breathing was bit difficult.otjer than that.for me all ok.

This leg of the trip was smoother than compared to the initial trip. Sri Lankan Airlines still have much work to do to improve the overall travel experience.

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