Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Colombo

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Melbourne to Colombo? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Colombo.£174 per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 Aug.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 4 Aug, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From £174, select.

Colombo.£174 per passenger.Departing Sat, 26 Apr.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 26 Apr, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From £174, select.

Colombo.£174 per passenger.Departing Sat, 3 May.One-way flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 3 May, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From £174, select.

Colombo.£175 per passenger.Departing Mon, 24 Nov.One-way flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 24 Nov, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From £175, select.

Colombo.£178 per passenger.Departing Mon, 16 Jun.One-way flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 16 Jun, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From £178, select.

Colombo.£179 per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Jul.One-way flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 15 Jul, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From £179, select.

Colombo.£184 per passenger.Departing Sat, 11 Oct.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 11 Oct, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From £184, select.

Colombo.£192 per passenger.Departing Sat, 24 Jan.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 24 Jan, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From £192, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Colombo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Melbourne to Colombo flights are currently cheapest in April.

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Melbourne to Colombo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	£174
Cheapest month to fly	May
Average flight time	10 hrs, 40 mins
Most popular airline	Ethiopian Airlines
Average flights per week	37

Finding cheap flights from Melbourne to Colombo: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in Colombo?

There are 5 airports in Colombo: Kelaniya, Colombo Ratmalana, Colombo Bandaranayake, Bentota River, and Katugastota.

How much are return flights from Melbourne to Colombo?

The best price we found for a return flight from Melbourne to Colombo is £331. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Melbourne to Colombo?

10 hours and 40 minutes is the average flight time from Melbourne to Colombo.

Which airlines fly direct from Melbourne to Colombo?

Ethiopian Airlines, SriLankan Airlines and Air Seychelles fly direct from Melbourne to Colombo.

How many flights are there a week from Melbourne to Colombo?

As of March 2025, there are 37 flights per week flying from Melbourne to Colombo.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne to Colombo?

The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Colombo is usually March 2025.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Colombo?

If you're flying from Melbourne, the cheapest airport near Colombo is Colombo Bandaranayake – which is 27.5 km away from the centre of Colombo. We've found flights into this airport from £331.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Melbourne to Colombo on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Melbourne to Colombo on Saturday, 26 April 2025.

Can I get a direct flight from Melbourne to Colombo?

Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 40 minutes.

How can I get the best flight deal from Melbourne to Colombo?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Colombo but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Colombo?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Colombo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

What’s the weather like in Colombo?

In March, the average temperature is usually around 28°C. May is typically the warmest month in Colombo, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 25°C. The rainiest month is November.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Melbourne to Colombo with?

The cheapest airline that flies to Colombo is Jetstar. And the cheapest airline that flies to Colombo Ratmalana Airport is SriLankan Airlines.

How to find cheap flights to Colombo from Melbourne

Looking for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Colombo? Here are a few tips on how to secure the best flight price and make your journey as smooth as possible.

Simply hit 'search'. From British Airways to international carriers like Emirates, we compare all major airlines along with the most popular online travel agents to find the cheapest plane tickets from Melbourne to Colombo. And with us there are no hidden fees - what you see is what you pay.
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