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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

MEL — CMB
15 maj — 22 maj1
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The best prices from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl are usually found in May or February, booked 81 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

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 10 maj 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

C$ 1,028

Round-trip from

C$ 1,866
High demand for flights, 39% potential price rise
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Average for round-trip flights in May 2024
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Flying to your destination on a Thursday can be more expensive, but this shouldn’t discourage you from finding affordable options to get to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. Check prices with Cheapflights to find a great deal for your trip.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Find a great deal and save up to 18% by booking at least 57 days prior to your desired departure date, rather than waiting until the week of travel. According to our data, there are a number of flights available from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at C$ 1,254.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Flights from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport lean towards being more expensive in December. Prices are generally better when you fly from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in May, with the cheapest ticket starting at C$ 798.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (MEL - CMB)?

When flying from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

When is the best time to 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 3 May 2024.
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 81 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Melbourne to Colombo. Price data was last updated on 5 May 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Friday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Colombo by month

Plan your trip from Melbourne to Colombo by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Melbourne to Colombo is currently C$ 0 while a round-trip flight costs C$ 0. Price data was last updated on 5 May 2024.

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of C$ 1,361). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,863). 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.

January

C$ 2,115

February

C$ 2,019

March

C$ 2,023

April

C$ 2,012

May

C$ 2,049

June

C$ 2,253

July

C$ 2,554

August

C$ 2,110

September

C$ 1,981

October

C$ 1,945

November

C$ 1,866

December

C$ 2,310

Temperature and rainfall in Colombo by month

Plan your trip to Colombo by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

CMB

Temperature

27 - 28 °C

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