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Flight deals from Colombo Bandaranayake to Melbourne Tullamarine

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from ₹ 47,907. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Melbourne.₹ 23,280 per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Nov.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, 26 Nov, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 23,280, select.

Melbourne.₹ 24,102 per passenger.Departing Wed, 21 Oct.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, 21 Oct, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 24,102, select.

Melbourne.₹ 24,349 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Dec.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 24,349, select.

Melbourne.₹ 24,362 per passenger.Departing Mon, 22 Feb.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 22 Feb, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 24,362, select.

Melbourne.₹ 24,373 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Mar.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 1 Mar, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 24,373, select.

Melbourne.₹ 25,537 per passenger.Departing Sat, 26 Jun.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sat, 26 Jun, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 25,537, select.

Melbourne.₹ 25,581 per passenger.Departing Sat, 28 Aug.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sat, 28 Aug, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 25,581, select.

Melbourne.₹ 25,654 per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 Jul.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, 28 Jul, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 25,654, select.

Melbourne.₹ 25,712 per passenger.Departing Wed, 5 May.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, 5 May, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 25,712, select.

Melbourne.₹ 26,031 per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 Apr.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 26 Apr, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 26,031, select.

Melbourne.₹ 28,769 per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 Oct.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, 15 Oct, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 28,769, select.

Melbourne.₹ 31,797 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 31,797, select.

Melbourne.₹ 34,140 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Jul.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 6 Jul, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 34,140, select.

Melbourne.₹ 38,099 per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Jun.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, 24 Jun, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 38,099, select.

Melbourne.₹ 38,288 per passenger.Departing Thu, 13 May.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, 13 May, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 38,288, select.

Melbourne.₹ 39,377 per passenger.Departing Sat, 13 Feb.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sat, 13 Feb, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From ₹ 39,377, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Colombo Bandaranayake to Melbourne Tullamarine from ₹ 23,174 one-way

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Colombo Bandaranayake to Melbourne Tullamarine: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Colombo Bandaranayake to Melbourne below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Melbourne Tullamarine.

Colombo to Melbourne: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	₹ 23,174
Cheapest month to fly	November
Average flight time	9 hrs, 48 mins
Most popular airline	SriLankan Airlines
Average flights per week	24

Finding cheap flights from Colombo Bandaranayake to Melbourne Tullamarine: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Colombo Bandaranayake to Melbourne Tullamarine?

The best price we found for a return flight from Colombo Bandaranayake to Melbourne Tullamarine is ₹ 47,689. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Colombo Bandaranayake to Melbourne Tullamarine?

9 hours and 48 minutes is the average flight time from Colombo Bandaranayake to Melbourne Tullamarine.

Which airlines fly direct from Colombo Bandaranayake to Melbourne Tullamarine?

SriLankan Airlines, Air Seychelles and Ethiopian Airlines fly direct from Colombo Bandaranayake to Melbourne Tullamarine.

How many flights are there a week from Colombo Bandaranayake to Melbourne Tullamarine?

As of September 2026, there are 24 flights per week flying from Colombo Bandaranayake to Melbourne Tullamarine.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Colombo Bandaranayake to Melbourne Tullamarine?

The cheapest month to fly from Colombo Bandaranayake to Melbourne Tullamarine is usually October.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport on Wednesday, 21 October 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 9 hours and 48 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Melbourne Tullamarine?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Melbourne Tullamarine but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Melbourne?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Melbourne is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine with?

Currently, AirAsia and Jetstar offer the cheapest flight tickets to Melbourne Tullamarine.

Flying from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): what you need to know

Around 9 hours 45 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport.
The timezone in Melbourne is UTC+11, which is five hours 30 minutes ahead of Colombo.
Every week, there are 13 Bandaranaike International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flights. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, go for the 00:25 SriLankan Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the last departure is at 00:35 with SriLankan Airlines.
Give yourself enough time to make your CMB to MEL flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as February. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
SriLankan Airlines is your gateway to discovering Melbourne (and perhaps some other great corners of Australia!). Browse the direct flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport offered by this airline.
Most passengers choose to fly with SriLankan Airlines on this route.
Among carriers operating CMB to MEL flights, SriLankan Airlines leads the way for on-time arrivals.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Bandaranaike International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between CMB and MEL:
- Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
- Changi International Airport
- Suvarnabhumi Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

At the moment, ₹ 23,174 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Bandaranaike International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ₹ 47,689. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Get cheap tickets from CMB to MEL by booking at least seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. If you need to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from CMB to MEL.
Discover the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

Of the flights that depart from Bandaranaike International Airport, 75.71% land on time at their destination.
Bandaranaike International Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Colombo. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 1 hour 30 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to CMB:

Arriving at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Bandaranaike International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near MEL instead:
Pick up a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car and discover Melbourne and beyond with your own set of wheels. Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast and Sixt are popular outlets you can book with here.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport about four weeks before you set off.

Getting from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne

Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is roughly 24 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
It takes roughly 40 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.

When to fly to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

January is the most popular month for flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Melbourne in April.
The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from CMB to MEL in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 4ºC and 13ºC on average.

Explore more of Australia

You've done Melbourne, now it's time to discover more of Australia. Journey about 467 kilometres north-east to Canberra to check off its must-visit sights. From Australian War Memorial to National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Geelong is another sought-after destination in Australia and is around 64 kilometres south-west of Melbourne. No journey is complete without experiencing Ford Motor Company, Roraima Nursery and RTC Resource Centre.