NZ$420 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
Tue, 13 Jan - Wed, 4 Mar
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
NZ$853 Return, found 18 hours ago
NZ$853
Return
found 18 hours ago
Select AirAsia X flight, departing Tue, 13 Jan from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Wed, 4 Mar, priced at NZ$853 found 18 hours ago
AirAsia X
Thu, 30 Oct - Wed, 5 Nov
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
NZ$855 Return, found 3 days ago
NZ$855
Return
found 3 days ago
Select AirAsia X flight, departing Thu, 30 Oct from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Wed, 5 Nov, priced at NZ$855 found 3 days ago
AirAsia X
Wed, 29 Apr - Wed, 13 May
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
NZ$856 Return, found 5 days ago
NZ$856
Return
found 5 days ago
Select AirAsia X flight, departing Wed, 29 Apr from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Wed, 13 May, priced at NZ$856 found 5 days ago
AirAsia X
Tue, 13 Jan - Wed, 4 Mar
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
NZ$861 Return, found 18 hours ago
NZ$861
Return
found 18 hours ago
Select AirAsia X flight, departing Tue, 13 Jan from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Wed, 4 Mar, priced at NZ$861 found 18 hours ago
AirAsia X
Thu, 30 Oct - Wed, 5 Nov
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
NZ$863 Return, found 3 days ago
NZ$863
Return
found 3 days ago
Select AirAsia X flight, departing Thu, 30 Oct from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Wed, 5 Nov, priced at NZ$863 found 3 days ago
AirAsia X
Wed, 29 Apr - Wed, 13 May
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
NZ$864 Return, found 5 days ago
NZ$864
Return
found 5 days ago
Select AirAsia X flight, departing Wed, 29 Apr from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Wed, 13 May, priced at NZ$864 found 5 days ago
Philippine Airlines
Sun, 19 Oct - Fri, 24 Oct
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
NZ$1,081 Return, just found
NZ$1,081
Return
just found
Select Philippine Airlines flight, departing Sun, 19 Oct from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Fri, 24 Oct, priced at NZ$1,081 just found
Singapore Airlines
Fri, 1 May - Sun, 10 May
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
NZ$1,090 Return, found 6 days ago
NZ$1,090
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Singapore Airlines flight, departing Fri, 1 May from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Sun, 10 May, priced at NZ$1,090 found 6 days ago
Malaysia Airlines
Wed, 29 Apr - Wed, 13 May
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
NZ$1,111 Return, found 5 days ago
NZ$1,111
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Malaysia Airlines flight, departing Wed, 29 Apr from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Wed, 13 May, priced at NZ$1,111 found 5 days ago
Cathay Pacific
Thu, 30 Oct - Wed, 5 Nov
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
NZ$1,295 Return, found 3 days ago
NZ$1,295
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Cathay Pacific flight, departing Thu, 30 Oct from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Wed, 5 Nov, priced at NZ$1,295 found 3 days ago
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
Return price
NZ$852
Distance
8308 km
Average flight time
11 hours 45 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$420 and roundtrip prices from NZ$853. 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$853. 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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