NZ$449 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
Mon, 3 Aug - Sun, 16 Aug
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
NZ$948 Return, found 14 hours ago
NZ$948
Return
found 14 hours ago
Select AirAsia X flight, departing Mon, 3 Aug from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Sun, 16 Aug, priced at NZ$948 found 14 hours ago
AirAsia X
Fri, 6 Mar - Fri, 13 Mar
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
NZ$950 Return, found 2 hours ago
NZ$950
Return
found 2 hours ago
Select AirAsia X flight, departing Fri, 6 Mar from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Fri, 13 Mar, priced at NZ$950 found 2 hours ago
AirAsia X
Mon, 3 Aug - Sun, 23 Aug
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
NZ$954 Return, found 1 day ago
NZ$954
Return
found 1 day ago
Select AirAsia X flight, departing Mon, 3 Aug from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Sun, 23 Aug, priced at NZ$954 found 1 day ago
AirAsia X
Mon, 3 Aug - Sun, 16 Aug
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
NZ$956 Return, found 14 hours ago
NZ$956
Return
found 14 hours ago
Select AirAsia X flight, departing Mon, 3 Aug from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Sun, 16 Aug, priced at NZ$956 found 14 hours ago
AirAsia X
Fri, 6 Feb - Sat, 14 Feb
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
NZ$958 Return, found 1 day ago
NZ$958
Return
found 1 day ago
Select AirAsia X flight, departing Fri, 6 Feb from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Sat, 14 Feb, priced at NZ$958 found 1 day ago
AirAsia X
Sun, 1 Feb - Sun, 15 Feb
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
NZ$962 Return, found 6 days ago
NZ$962
Return
found 6 days ago
Select AirAsia X flight, departing Sun, 1 Feb from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Sun, 15 Feb, priced at NZ$962 found 6 days ago
Singapore Airlines
Fri, 22 May - Fri, 5 June
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
NZ$1,125 Return, found 12 hours ago
NZ$1,125
Return
found 12 hours ago
Select Singapore Airlines flight, departing Fri, 22 May from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Fri, 5 June, priced at NZ$1,125 found 12 hours ago
Malaysia Airlines
Tue, 17 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
NZ$1,168 Return, found 1 day ago
NZ$1,168
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Malaysia Airlines flight, departing Tue, 17 Nov from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Tue, 24 Nov, priced at NZ$1,168 found 1 day ago
Cathay Pacific
Wed, 4 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
NZ$1,262 Return, found 13 hours ago
NZ$1,262
Return
found 13 hours ago
Select Cathay Pacific flight, departing Wed, 4 Nov from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Wed, 18 Nov, priced at NZ$1,262 found 13 hours ago
Sri Lankan Airlines
Thu, 19 Feb - Thu, 5 Mar
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
NZ$1,456 Return, found 3 hours ago
NZ$1,456
Return
found 3 hours ago
Select Sri Lankan Airlines flight, departing Thu, 19 Feb from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Thu, 5 Mar, priced at NZ$1,456 found 3 hours 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$962
CMB
Katunayake
Cheapest
Average driving time to city centre28 min
Flights from NZ$962
Flight from Melbourne to Colombo route information
Origin airport
Tullamarine
Destination airport
Bandaranaike Intl.
Airlines serving
Cathay Pacific, China Eastern Airlines, Emirates, Etihad Airways, Malaysia Airlines, Qantas Airways, Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines, Sri Lankan Airlines, Thai Airways International
Return price
NZ$948
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$449 and roundtrip prices from NZ$948. 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$948. 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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