₹41,794 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 ₹41,794 for one-way flights and ₹68,732 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Air India
Mon, 31 Aug - Mon, 14 Sept
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
₹68,732 Return, found 15 hours ago
₹68,732
Return
found 15 hours ago
Select Air India flight, departing Mon, 31 Aug from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Mon, 14 Sept, priced at ₹68,732 found 15 hours ago
SriLankan Airlines
Mon, 18 May - Fri, 22 May
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
₹70,686 Return, found 6 days ago
₹70,686
Return
found 6 days ago
Select SriLankan Airlines flight, departing Mon, 18 May from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Fri, 22 May, priced at ₹70,686 found 6 days ago
Air India
Sat, 29 Aug - Sat, 12 Sept
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
₹71,622 Return, found 15 hours ago
₹71,622
Return
found 15 hours ago
Select Air India flight, departing Sat, 29 Aug from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Sat, 12 Sept, priced at ₹71,622 found 15 hours ago
Air India
Mon, 17 Aug - Mon, 31 Aug
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
₹73,977 Return, found 16 hours ago
₹73,977
Return
found 16 hours ago
Select Air India flight, departing Mon, 17 Aug from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Mon, 31 Aug, priced at ₹73,977 found 16 hours ago
Air India
Sat, 29 Aug - Sat, 12 Sept
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
₹76,867 Return, found 15 hours ago
₹76,867
Return
found 15 hours ago
Select Air India flight, departing Sat, 29 Aug from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Sat, 12 Sept, priced at ₹76,867 found 15 hours ago
Air India
Sun, 24 May - Sun, 14 Jun
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
₹77,672 Return, found 19 hours ago
₹77,672
Return
found 19 hours ago
Select Air India flight, departing Sun, 24 May from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Sun, 14 Jun, priced at ₹77,672 found 19 hours ago
Air India
Thu, 16 Jul - Thu, 30 Jul
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
₹79,017 Return, found 17 hours ago
₹79,017
Return
found 17 hours ago
Select Air India flight, departing Thu, 16 Jul from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Thu, 30 Jul, priced at ₹79,017 found 17 hours ago
Jetstar
Sat, 6 Mar - Sat, 20 Mar
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
₹81,161 Return, found 10 hours ago
₹81,161
Return
found 10 hours ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Sat, 6 Mar from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Sat, 20 Mar, priced at ₹81,161 found 10 hours ago
Qantas Airways
Tue, 13 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
₹84,791 Return, found 14 hours ago
₹84,791
Return
found 14 hours ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Tue, 13 Oct from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Tue, 27 Oct, priced at ₹84,791 found 14 hours ago
China Eastern Airlines
Wed, 3 Feb - Wed, 17 Feb
MEL
Melbourne
CMB
Colombo
₹87,359 Return, found 10 hours ago
₹87,359
Return
found 10 hours ago
Select China Eastern Airlines flight, departing Wed, 3 Feb from Melbourne to Colombo, returning Wed, 17 Feb, priced at ₹87,359 found 10 hours ago

Alternative airports near Colombo

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Bandaranaike Intl. CMB. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city centre is 28 minutes. Flights from ₹88,048
CMB
Bandaranaike Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city centre28 min
Flights from ₹88,048

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 ₹68,732. 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.
Airlines serving
Air India, Batik air , Cathay Pacific, China Eastern Airlines, Emirates, Etihad Airways, Malaysia Airlines, Qantas Airways, Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines, SriLankan Airlines, Thai Airways International
Return price
₹68,732
Distance
8308 km
Average flight time
11 hours 45 mins

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