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Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Colombo

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Cheapest Melbourne to Colombo Return Prices

These are the cheapest prices for Melbourne to Colombo return airfares.

July 2026
$2,415
August 2026
$904
September 2026
$918
October 2026
$660
November 2026
$922
January 2027
$1,607
February 2027
$1,278
March 2027
$941
April 2027
$2,214

Average Melbourne to Colombo Return Prices

These are the average prices for Melbourne to Colombo return airfares.

July 2026
$2,351
August 2026
$1,762
September 2026
$1,765
October 2026
$1,742
November 2026
$1,695
December 2026
$2,115
January 2027
$2,215
February 2027
$1,819
March 2027
$1,802
April 2027
$2,099

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The cheapest month to travel is typically October.

How much do return flights from Melbourne to Colombo cost?

The best price we found for a return flight from Melbourne to Colombo is $814.

What is the cheapest date to fly from Melbourne to Colombo?

Currently, the cheapest date for a return flight from Melbourne to Colombo is 25 August 2026.

What is the cheapest airline that flys from Melbourne to Colombo?

Currently, the cheapest airline that flys from Melbourne to Colombo is Jetstar.

Which airlines fly direct from Melbourne to Colombo?

Jetstar, SriLankan and Qantas fly direct.

How long does a direct flight from Melbourne to Colombo take?

The shortest direct flight usually takes 10 hours and 20 minutes.

What is the IATA airport code for Colombo?

The IATA code for Colombo is CMB. It is located in Sri Lanka at coordinates 7.17445, 79.88734.

When should you book flights to Colombo?

From our data, you should book flights to Colombo 60 days out.

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