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Sun, 10 May - Tue, 19 May
Air Asia X
Air Asia X1 stop
MEL - CMB
Air Asia
Air Asia1 stop
CMB - MEL
770$
755$
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Fri, 5 June - Sat, 13 June
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Air Asia X1 stop
MEL - CMB
Air Asia
Air Asia1 stop
CMB - MEL
814$
798$
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Thu, 23 Apr - Mon, 27 Apr
Air Asia X
Air Asia X1 stop
MEL - CMB
Air Asia
Air Asia1 stop
CMB - MEL
820$
805$
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Thu, 30 Apr - Fri, 8 May
Air Asia X
Air Asia X1 stop
MEL - CMB
Air Asia
Air Asia1 stop
CMB - MEL
838$
825$
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Fri, 22 May - Sun, 31 May
Air Asia X
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MEL - CMB
Air Asia
Air Asia1 stop
CMB - MEL
864$
848$
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Sat, 4 Apr - Mon, 6 Apr
Air Asia X
Air Asia X1 stop
MEL - CMB
Air Asia
Air Asia2 stops
CMB - MEL
910$
893$
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Fri, 24 Apr
Scoot
Scoot2 stops
MEL - CMB
363$
356$
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Wed, 13 May
Air Asia X
Air Asia X1 stop
MEL - CMB
387$
385$
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Wed, 6 May
Air Asia X
Air Asia X1 stop
MEL - CMB
398$
392$
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Tue, 2 June
Air Asia X
Air Asia X1 stop
MEL - CMB
398$
396$
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Tue, 26 May
Air Asia X
Air Asia X1 stop
MEL - CMB
399$
398$
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Tue, 14 Apr
Air Asia X
Air Asia X1 stop
MEL - CMB
407$
404$
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Cheapest time to fly from Melbourne to Colombo

If you’re planning to fly this route soon, keep in mind that the lowest fares are usually available in the middle of April. Take advantage of this per
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Airlines that fly from Melbourne to Colombo
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Currency and price comparison

TrainLocal, one-way ticket
96%Trains in Colombo are 96% cheaper than in Melbourne.
Melbourne$5.50
Colombo$0.24
MealMid-priced restaurant
73%A meal in Colombo is 73% cheaper than a meal in Melbourne.
Melbourne$25.00
Colombo$6.66
TaxiStandard daytime start rate
90%A taxi fare in Colombo is 90% cheaper than in Melbourne.
Melbourne$5.10
Colombo$0.60
CoffeeRegular cappuccino
29%Coffee in Colombo is 29% cheaper than in Melbourne.
Melbourne$5.38
Colombo$3.84
Exchange rate
1 AUD = 220 LKR
1 LKR = 0.01 AUD
Last checked on Mon, 16/03
Distance: 8358 kms
Melbourne airports
Melbourne Airport (MEL)How far from city centre: 11 kms
Avalon Airport (AVV)How far from city centre: 50 kms
Colombo airports
Katunayake International (CMB)How far from city centre: 27 kms

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Discover the best last-minute airfares and cheap prices from Melbourne to Colombo with Opodo Australia. Avoid overspending on flight tickets and start planning your perfect getaway. Opodo offers a hassle-free booking experience, providing access to top airline carriers and the most competitive prices.


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When do you want to depart from Melbourne? Adjust your travel dates and explore a wide range of options to Colombo. With Opodo, you can find the perfect flight from our extensive selection, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable trip. Compare prices, flight durations, and amenities to choose the best option that suits your needs.


Book all in one place

But wait, there's more! Enhance your travel experience by booking a hotel and renting a car along with your flight. It's easier and often cheaper to book everything together. Choose the best offer from Melbourne to Colombo and get ready for an incredible journey. Enjoy your holiday, and remember to fasten your seatbelt. We’re ready for takeoff!

Frequently asked questions about flights from Melbourne to Colombo

How long does the flight take to go from Melbourne to Colombo?
The total flight time between Melbourne and Colombo is of around 11 h and 45 m on average, considering an average distance of 8,357.87 km, for both direct and indirect flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
On average, how much is the price of a flight from Melbourne to Colombo?
When you fly from Melbourne to Colombo the average price is $807.87. However, this price depends on many other factors such as seasonality or how far in advance the route has been booked.
How can I find cheap flights from Melbourne to Colombo at Opodo?
The cheapest price for a flight from Melbourne to Colombo is $356. At Opodo we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.
Is Colombo expensive to visit compared to Melbourne?
If you compare transportation prices, the taxi ride in Colombo costs an average of 0.60 AUD, 88% cheaper than Melbourne, with a fare of 5.10 AUD,
while train tickets costs 96% less in Colombo: 0.24 AUD against 5.50 AUD in Melbourne.
If you compare the price of a lunch meal, however, you can find it from 6.66 AUD in Colombo, 73% less than the 25.00 AUD in Melbourne.
The price of the coffee is around 29% cheaper in Colombo, with an average of 3.84 AUD, while in Melbourne the coffee costs 5.38 AUD.
Is it possible to purchase a flexible ticket for my flight from Melbourne to Colombo?
At Opodo we want to make sure that your travel plans are not affected by any cancelation as well as any possible restrictions Sri Lanka may apply when travelling from Melbourne. Is your flight cancelled? We've got your back! With our flexible ticket guarantee you can decide if you want to book another flight - free of rebooking fee - or get a full refund!
How is the weather in Colombo compared to Melbourne?
While in Melbourne the temperatures can reach an average of 37.14 ºC in summer, with precipitation levels up to 3 mm ,Colombo's temperatures can go up to 34 ºC during the hot season, with 3 mm average of rain rate . In winter, however, weather indicators show around 20.54 ºC in Colombo, compared to the -1.12 ºC average degrees reported in Melbourne. During the winter period, Melbourne can register 3 mm precipitation, while Colombo have an average of 6 mm rain level.

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