Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Colombo from €171

Frequently Asked Questions

• What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Colombo (MEL-CMB)?

  Based on Trip.com data, AirAsia X offers one-way fares as low as €171 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. MEL to CMB on Thu, Feb 5), while AirAsia X offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from €532 departing on Mon, Feb 9 and returning on Mon, Feb 16.

• Which airlines offer direct flights from Melbourne to Colombo?

  At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from Melbourne to Colombo with the following airlines, including: SriLankan Airlines Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.

• How long does it take to fly from Melbourne (MEL) to Colombo (CMB) and what is the distance?

  It takes around 10 hours 25 minutes to fly from Melbourne (MEL) to Colombo (CMB).

• When is the best time to book flights from Melbourne to Colombo?

  By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Colombo is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.

• How many flights are there per week from Melbourne to Colombo?

  Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 7 flight per week flying from Melbourne to Colombo. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: SriLankan Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- UL605 (17:41)

• How can I find the best deals on flights from Melbourne to Colombo?

  To find best deals on flights from Melbourne to Colombo, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
  · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Thu, Feb 5, with one-way flights priced at just €171.
  · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is SriLankan Airlines.
  · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
  · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
  · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Colombo travel is around December.
  · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.

• When are flight tickets from Melbourne (MEL) to Colombo (CMB) the cheapest?

  The cheapest months to fly from Melbourne to Colombo is October, when demand for travel is lower.

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

  After crunching the numbers on our December flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Melbourne to Colombo on December 30, 2025 with AirAsia X Berhad, with prices starting at €595.

• Which airports can I fly to for Colombo from Melbourne?

  You can land at any one of the following hubs in Colombo, with Melbourne Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport (MEL-CMB) is by far the most common option on this route: Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB).

• Is there any time difference between Melbourne and Colombo?

  The time difference between Colombo and Melbourne is 4h.

• How do I change or cancel my ticket from Melbourne to Colombo?

  Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.