€262 Cheap Flights Melbourne to Colombo (MEL-CMB)

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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Colombo (MEL-CMB)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at €262 for one-way flights and €542 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Philippine Airlines
Sat, 25 Oct - Sat, 1 Nov
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
€542 Return, found 10 hours ago
€542
Return
found 10 hours ago
Select Philippine Airlines flight, departing Sat, 25 Oct from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Sat, 1 Nov, priced at €542 found 10 hours ago
Philippine Airlines
Fri, 21 Nov - Sun, 23 Nov
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
€542 Return, found 2 days ago
€542
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Philippine Airlines flight, departing Fri, 21 Nov from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Sun, 23 Nov, priced at €542 found 2 days ago
Philippine Airlines
Fri, 21 Nov - Sun, 23 Nov
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
€557 Return, found 2 days ago
€557
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Philippine Airlines flight, departing Fri, 21 Nov from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Sun, 23 Nov, priced at €557 found 2 days ago
Philippine Airlines
Fri, 21 Nov - Sun, 23 Nov
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
€578 Return, found 2 days ago
€578
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Philippine Airlines flight, departing Fri, 21 Nov from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Sun, 23 Nov, priced at €578 found 2 days ago
Singapore Airlines
Mon, 26 Jan - Mon, 9 Feb
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
€585 Return, found 6 days ago
€585
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Singapore Airlines flight, departing Mon, 26 Jan from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Mon, 9 Feb, priced at €585 found 6 days ago
Philippine Airlines
Fri, 21 Nov - Sun, 23 Nov
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
€590 Return, found 2 days ago
€590
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Philippine Airlines flight, departing Fri, 21 Nov from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Sun, 23 Nov, priced at €590 found 2 days ago
Singapore Airlines
Mon, 26 Jan - Mon, 9 Feb
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
€596 Return, found 6 days ago
€596
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Singapore Airlines flight, departing Mon, 26 Jan from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Mon, 9 Feb, priced at €596 found 6 days ago
Cathay Pacific
Mon, 20 Oct - Tue, 4 Nov
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
€646 Return, found 4 days ago
€646
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Cathay Pacific flight, departing Mon, 20 Oct from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Tue, 4 Nov, priced at €646 found 4 days ago
SriLankan Airlines
Mon, 20 Oct - Tue, 4 Nov
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
€651 Return, found 4 days ago
€651
Return
found 4 days ago
Select SriLankan Airlines flight, departing Mon, 20 Oct from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Tue, 4 Nov, priced at €651 found 4 days ago
China Eastern Airlines
Mon, 20 Oct - Tue, 4 Nov
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
€698 Return, found 4 days ago
€698
Return
found 4 days ago
Select China Eastern Airlines flight, departing Mon, 20 Oct from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Tue, 4 Nov, priced at €698 found 4 days ago
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, SriLankan Airlines, Thai Airways International
Return price
€541
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 €542. 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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