S$316 Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Colombo

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Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Colombo (MEL-CMB)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at S$316 for one-way flights and S$642 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

AirAsia X
Thu, 31 Jul - Tue, 26 Aug
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
S$642 Return, found 19 hours ago
S$642
Return
found 19 hours ago
Select AirAsia X flight, departing Thu, 31 Jul from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Tue, 26 Aug, priced at S$642 found 19 hours ago
AirAsia X
Thu, 31 Jul - Tue, 26 Aug
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
S$648 Return, found 19 hours ago
S$648
Return
found 19 hours ago
Select AirAsia X flight, departing Thu, 31 Jul from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Tue, 26 Aug, priced at S$648 found 19 hours ago
Singapore Airlines
Tue, 14 Oct - Sat, 25 Oct
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
S$768 Return, found 2 days ago
S$768
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Singapore Airlines flight, departing Tue, 14 Oct from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Sat, 25 Oct, priced at S$768 found 2 days ago
Philippine Airlines
Tue, 14 Oct - Sat, 25 Oct
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
S$774 Return, found 2 days ago
S$774
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Philippine Airlines flight, departing Tue, 14 Oct from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Sat, 25 Oct, priced at S$774 found 2 days ago
AirAsia X
Fri, 25 Jul - Fri, 1 Aug
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
S$778 Return, found 2 days ago
S$778
Return
found 2 days ago
Select AirAsia X flight, departing Fri, 25 Jul from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Fri, 1 Aug, priced at S$778 found 2 days ago
AirAsia X
Fri, 25 Jul - Fri, 1 Aug
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
S$784 Return, found 2 days ago
S$784
Return
found 2 days ago
Select AirAsia X flight, departing Fri, 25 Jul from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Fri, 1 Aug, priced at S$784 found 2 days ago
AirAsia X
Fri, 25 Jul - Fri, 1 Aug
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
S$790 Return, found 2 days ago
S$790
Return
found 2 days ago
Select AirAsia X flight, departing Fri, 25 Jul from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Fri, 1 Aug, priced at S$790 found 2 days ago
Philippine Airlines
Sat, 9 Aug - Fri, 22 Aug
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
S$793 Return, found 5 days ago
S$793
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Philippine Airlines flight, departing Sat, 9 Aug from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Fri, 22 Aug, priced at S$793 found 5 days ago
Cathay Pacific
Tue, 14 Oct - Sat, 25 Oct
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
S$880 Return, found 2 days ago
S$880
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Cathay Pacific flight, departing Tue, 14 Oct from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Sat, 25 Oct, priced at S$880 found 2 days ago
SriLankan Airlines
Tue, 14 Oct - Sat, 25 Oct
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
S$1,018 Return, found 2 days ago
S$1,018
Return
found 2 days ago
Select SriLankan Airlines flight, departing Tue, 14 Oct from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Sat, 25 Oct, priced at S$1,018 found 2 days ago
Melbourne to Colombo route information
Origin airport
Tullamarine
Destination airport
Bandaranaike Intl.
Airlines serving
Air India, Cathay Pacific, China Eastern Airlines, Emirates, Etihad Airways, Malaysia Airlines, Qantas Airways, Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines, SriLankan Airlines, Thai Airways International
Return price
S$642
Distance
8308 km
Average flight time
11 hours 45 mins

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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 S$642. 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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