S$601 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$601 for one-way flights and S$935 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Air India
Wed, 26 Aug - Tue, 1 Sept
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
S$935 Return, found 2 days ago
S$935
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Air India flight, departing Wed, 26 Aug from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Tue, 1 Sept, priced at S$935 found 2 days ago
Air India
Wed, 15 Jul - Wed, 5 Aug
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
S$1,005 Return, found 2 days ago
S$1,005
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Air India flight, departing Wed, 15 Jul from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Wed, 5 Aug, priced at S$1,005 found 2 days ago
Air India
Thu, 23 Jul - Tue, 4 Aug
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
S$1,026 Return, found 6 days ago
S$1,026
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Air India flight, departing Thu, 23 Jul from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Tue, 4 Aug, priced at S$1,026 found 6 days ago
Air India
Mon, 17 Aug - Sun, 23 Aug
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
S$1,027 Return, found 2 days ago
S$1,027
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Air India flight, departing Mon, 17 Aug from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Sun, 23 Aug, priced at S$1,027 found 2 days ago
Air India
Mon, 24 Aug - Sun, 30 Aug
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
S$1,108 Return, found 2 days ago
S$1,108
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Air India flight, departing Mon, 24 Aug from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Sun, 30 Aug, priced at S$1,108 found 2 days ago
AirAsia X
Wed, 26 Aug - Tue, 1 Sept
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
S$1,114 Return, found 2 days ago
S$1,114
Return
found 2 days ago
Select AirAsia X flight, departing Wed, 26 Aug from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Tue, 1 Sept, priced at S$1,114 found 2 days ago
AirAsia X
Thu, 22 Oct - Sat, 7 Nov
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
S$1,117 Return, found 6 days ago
S$1,117
Return
found 6 days ago
Select AirAsia X flight, departing Thu, 22 Oct from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Sat, 7 Nov, priced at S$1,117 found 6 days ago
SriLankan Airlines
Mon, 17 Aug - Sun, 23 Aug
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
S$1,206 Return, found 2 days ago
S$1,206
Return
found 2 days ago
Select SriLankan Airlines flight, departing Mon, 17 Aug from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Sun, 23 Aug, priced at S$1,206 found 2 days ago
Qantas Airways
Fri, 28 Aug - Sun, 30 Aug
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
S$1,268 Return, found 4 days ago
S$1,268
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Fri, 28 Aug from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Sun, 30 Aug, priced at S$1,268 found 4 days ago
Etihad Airways
Fri, 12 Jun - Tue, 30 Jun
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
S$1,325 Return, found 4 days ago
S$1,325
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Etihad Airways flight, departing Fri, 12 Jun from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Tue, 30 Jun, priced at S$1,325 found 4 days ago

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$935. 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.

Travel information

Origin airport
Tullamarine
Destination airport
Bandaranaike Intl.
Return price
S$934
Distance
8308 km
Average flight time
11 hours 45 mins

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