฿6,979 Cheap Flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Colombo (CMB)

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Cheap Flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Colombo (CMB)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at ฿6,979 for one-way flights and ฿22,440 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Singapore Airlines
Tue, 14 Oct - Tue, 28 Oct
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
฿22,440 Return, found 5 days ago
฿22,440
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Singapore Airlines flight, departing Tue, 14 Oct from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Tue, 28 Oct, priced at ฿22,440 found 5 days ago
SriLankan Airlines
Tue, 14 Oct - Tue, 28 Oct
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
฿24,035 Return, found 5 days ago
฿24,035
Return
found 5 days ago
Select SriLankan Airlines flight, departing Tue, 14 Oct from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Tue, 28 Oct, priced at ฿24,035 found 5 days ago
Cathay Pacific
Thu, 5 Feb - Tue, 10 Feb
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
฿24,585 Return, found 5 hours ago
฿24,585
Return
found 5 hours ago
Select Cathay Pacific flight, departing Thu, 5 Feb from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Tue, 10 Feb, priced at ฿24,585 found 5 hours ago
China Eastern Airlines
Tue, 14 Oct - Tue, 28 Oct
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
฿26,235 Return, found 5 days ago
฿26,235
Return
found 5 days ago
Select China Eastern Airlines flight, departing Tue, 14 Oct from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Tue, 28 Oct, priced at ฿26,235 found 5 days ago
Cathay Pacific
Tue, 14 Oct - Tue, 28 Oct
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
฿26,370 Return, found 5 days ago
฿26,370
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Cathay Pacific flight, departing Tue, 14 Oct from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Tue, 28 Oct, priced at ฿26,370 found 5 days ago
Royal Brunei Airlines
Thu, 5 Feb - Tue, 10 Feb
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
฿26,395 Return, found 5 hours ago
฿26,395
Return
found 5 hours ago
Select Royal Brunei Airlines flight, departing Thu, 5 Feb from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Tue, 10 Feb, priced at ฿26,395 found 5 hours ago
China Eastern Airlines
Tue, 14 Oct - Tue, 28 Oct
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
฿26,465 Return, found 5 days ago
฿26,465
Return
found 5 days ago
Select China Eastern Airlines flight, departing Tue, 14 Oct from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Tue, 28 Oct, priced at ฿26,465 found 5 days ago
Malaysia Airlines
Tue, 14 Oct - Tue, 28 Oct
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
฿26,530 Return, found 5 days ago
฿26,530
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Malaysia Airlines flight, departing Tue, 14 Oct from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Tue, 28 Oct, priced at ฿26,530 found 5 days ago
Cathay Pacific
Thu, 5 Feb - Tue, 10 Feb
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
฿27,050 Return, found 5 hours ago
฿27,050
Return
found 5 hours ago
Select Cathay Pacific flight, departing Thu, 5 Feb from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Tue, 10 Feb, priced at ฿27,050 found 5 hours ago
Cathay Pacific
Thu, 5 Feb - Tue, 10 Feb
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
฿27,170 Return, found 5 hours ago
฿27,170
Return
found 5 hours ago
Select Cathay Pacific flight, departing Thu, 5 Feb from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Tue, 10 Feb, priced at ฿27,170 found 5 hours ago
Flight from Melbourne to Colombo route information
Origin airport
Tullamarine
Destination airport
Bandaranaike Intl.
Return price
฿22,440
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 ฿6,979 and roundtrip prices from ฿22,440. 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.
 
But the magic doesn't stop there. Expedia offers a range of partner services to enhance your trip. Rent a car at Bandaranaike Intl. and explore Seeduwa - Katunayake and its surrounding areas at your own pace. Discover hidden gems off the beaten path, and create unforgettable memories. We also provide a handpicked selection of accommodations, from charming bed and breakfasts to luxury hotels, ensuring that you have a comfortable and memorable stay.
 
Planning your next great adventure is a breeze with Expedia. Our user-friendly platform, unbeatable prices, and round-the-clock customer support are designed to make your travel experience seamless and stress-free. So, why wait? Book your MEL to CMB travel arrangements today and embark on the journey of a lifetime in Colombo.

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 ฿22,440. 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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