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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport
MEL — CMB
21 Nov — 28 Nov1
Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Colombo
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to Colombo (CMB). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 22 October 2025.
Popular in | December |
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Cheapest in | May |
Average price | C$ 1,025 |
Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Colombo
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Melbourne to Colombo. Price data was last updated on 17 October 2025.
The price you pay for your flight from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 82 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of C$ 745). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,147). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MEL to CMB?
Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Colombo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 22 October 2025.
One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 45% on airfare.
How often are flights from Melbourne to Colombo delayed?
About 39% of weekly flights between Melbourne and Colombo have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 182 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Melbourne to Colombo flights?
Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Thursday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Melbourne to Colombo flights?
Over the past year, Ethiopian Air has had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 39% of flights being delayed.
Reviews of airlines servicing Colombo
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Colombo. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Colombo. Reviews last updated 22 October 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, such as SriLankan Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Boarding
6.7
Crew
7.5
Food
7.0
Overall
6.9
Comfort
6.8
Entertainment
6.3
Reviews
1 / 1
8.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Jan 2024
CMB - SYD
Boarding
6.7
Crew
7.5
Food
7.0
Overall
6.9
Comfort
6.8
Entertainment
6.3
Reviews
1 / 1
8.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Jan 2024
CMB - SYD
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