On this page, you can find and book flights from Melbourne to Colombo at the best rates. This 8,351 km route is served regularly, with a frequency of about 5 flights per week.
The main carrier on this route is UL, offering comfortable conditions for the long-haul flight. Since ticket prices depend on the season and demand, we recommend checking how to get to the departure airport and planning your airport transfer on arrival in advance.
The table shows direct flights Melbourne → Colombo on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 10 h 45 min. Regular flights are operated by SriLankan Airlines. Departures from Tullamarine Airport and Avalon Airport airports, arrivals at Bandaranaike International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Melbourne — Colombo by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 889 in y, and the most expensive are around AED 2,029 in r. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Melbourne → Colombo, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 1,701 | high | May | AED 1,181 | low | Sep | AED 1,370 | medium |
| Feb | AED 1,512 | medium | Jun | AED 1,228 | low | Oct | AED 1,134 | low |
| Mar | AED 1,464 | medium | Jul | AED 1,653 | high | Nov | AED 1,323 | medium |
| Apr | AED 1,370 | medium | Aug | AED 1,559 | high | Dec | AED 1,795 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Colombo is characterized by consistently high temperatures, peaking in February (up to 31.6°C). The wettest months are October and November, with over 360 mm of rainfall, while the driest and most comfortable period falls in January and February.
The lowest flight prices are recorded in July, starting AED 889. The most expensive month to travel is December, when airfares almost double and start AED 2,029.
January is the optimal choice for balancing weather conditions and cost: the weather is sunny during this time, and tickets can be found AED 1,181. It is recommended to avoid traveling in May and June due to the peak of the monsoon season.
Regular air service between Melbourne and Colombo is provided by several carriers, with SriLankan Airlines (UL) taking the lead. There are approximately 5 flights per week on this route, including both direct flights and options with convenient connections at major aviation hubs. A full schedule with departure days and detailed information for each airline is available in the list below.
Flights Melbourne — Colombo depart from Tullamarine Airport and Avalon Airport and arrive at Bandaranaike International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
A direct flight on this route takes approximately 10–11 hours, covering a distance of 8,351 km. Travel time for connecting flights depends on the duration of the layover at the transit airport.
The main carrier operating flights from Melbourne to Colombo is SriLankan Airlines (UL). Flights with connections via other major regional airlines are also available.
Yes, there are direct flights on this route, providing the fastest way to travel. You can check the current availability of direct departures for specific dates in the schedule block.
The most advantageous offers are usually available with early booking. We recommend tracking the price dynamics chart on this page to catch the moment when prices drop.
The current minimum prices are displayed in the low price calendar at the top of the page. Information is updated in real-time and depends on the airline's seat availability.
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