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Bandaranaike International Airport to Melbourne Airport Flights Info

Cheapest one-way
KWD 71
AirAsia AirAsia 19h 25m · 1 stop Mon, Dec 7
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Cheapest return
KWD 203
AirAsia AirAsia 13h 5m · 2 stops Fri, Nov 27 - Mon, Nov 30
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Best time to book
September
Cheapest

Explore the cheapest one-way and round-trip flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Melbourne Airport over the next 90 days, with one-way fares from KWD 71 and round-trip from KWD 203. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

Displayed flight fares from Colombo to Melbourne are based on average prices across airlines for the next 3 months, according to the latest Trip.com database.

Which airline offers the cheapest flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Melbourne Airport?

The cheapest airline flying from Bandaranaike International Airport to Melbourne Airport is AirAsia (from KWD 71) among 2 carriers operating this route. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

Trip.com Price Insights: Flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Melbourne Airport

What is the cheapest month to fly return from Bandaranaike International Airport to Melbourne Airport?

The data is based on the past 12 months and shows the average monthly return fares from Bandaranaike International Airport to Melbourne Airport in the Trip.com database.

Based on Trip.com's data from the past 12 months, September is often the month to find the lowest fares from Bandaranaike International Airport to Melbourne Airport, with an average price of KWD 266. July is usually the most expensive month, with an average price reaching KWD 437.

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KWD 181
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  • KWD 392
    Nov
  • KWD 347
    Dec
  • KWD 375
    Jan
  • KWD 350
    Feb
  • KWD 311
    Mar
  • KWD 350
    Apr
  • KWD 381
    May
  • KWD 335
    Jun
  • KWD 437
    Jul
  • KWD 361
    Aug
  • KWD 266
    Sep
  • KWD 344
    Oct

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

The data is based on the past 12 months and shows the average one-way ticket prices from Bandaranaike International Airport to Melbourne Airport for each month in the Trip.com database.

Based on Trip.com's data from the past 12 months, the cheapest one-way flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Melbourne Airport are usually in September, with an average price of KWD 131. It is best to avoid January, when the average price can reach KWD 244.

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KWD 75
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  • KWD 148
    Nov
  • KWD 167
    Dec
  • KWD 244
    Jan
  • KWD 221
    Feb
  • KWD 215
    Mar
  • KWD 209
    Apr
  • KWD 207
    May
  • KWD 218
    Jun
  • KWD 229
    Jul
  • KWD 160
    Aug
  • KWD 131
    Sep
  • KWD 148
    Oct

What is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Bandaranaike International Airport to Melbourne Airport?

The data is based on the past 12 months and shows the average ticket prices from Bandaranaike International Airport to Melbourne Airport for each day of the week in the Trip.com database.

Based on Trip.com's data from the past 12 months, the cheapest departure day from Bandaranaike International Airport to Melbourne Airport is Thursday, with average prices usually lower than other days. Avoid departing on Wednesday as prices are typically highest on that day.

KWD 225
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KWD 162
KWD 131
    Cheapest
  • KWD 195
    Mon
  • KWD 163
    Tue
  • KWD 225
    Wed
  • KWD 162
    Thu
  • KWD 213
    Fri
  • KWD 163
    Sat
  • KWD 205
    Sun

What is the flight schedule from Bandaranaike International Airport to Melbourne Airport?

Check the schedule for flights from Colombo to Melbourne and find the flight that best matches your travel plans.

Flight info.
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  1. JQ006

    20:00

    CMB

    9h 40m

    11:10

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  2. AK044

    10:25

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    3h 45m

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    16:40

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  3. D7218

    18:10

    KUL

    7h 50m

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    05:00

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  4. AK046

    22:50

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    3h 40m

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    05:00

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  5. AK520

    07:05

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    08:05

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  6. VJ081

    11:05

    SGN

    8h 30m

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    23:35

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  7. AK046

    22:50

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  8. D7212

    13:25

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    00:15

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  9. AK046

    22:50

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    3h 40m

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  10. D7218

    18:10

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    7h 50m

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  11. AK046

    22:50

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    05:00

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  12. AK520

    07:05

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    08:05

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  13. TR597

    17:55

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    2h 5m

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    21:00

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  14. TR038

    11:00

    SIN

    7h 15m

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    21:15

    MEL

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  15. AK046

    22:50

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    3h 40m

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    05:00

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  16. AK522

    14:40

    KUL

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    15:40

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  17. TR597

    17:55

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    2h 5m

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    21:00

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  18. TR038

    11:00

    SIN

    7h 15m

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    21:15

    MEL

    S - - W T F -
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FAQs for Bandaranaike International Airport to Melbourne Airport Flights

  • How long is the flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Melbourne Airport?

    Bandaranaike International Airport to Melbourne Airport takes about 9 hours 2 minutes on average. Actual flight time may vary depending on route, weather and air traffic.
  • There are around 2 daily flights from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Melbourne Airport (MEL).
  • The earliest flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Melbourne Airport departs at 00:35, and the last departs at 19:55, with about 2 flights per day. Flight times may change, so please check the latest departure and arrival times before you travel.
  • The route from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Melbourne Airport (MEL) is quite popular. Without considering departure times or holidays, tickets cost around KWD 400 in January, the most expensive month to book this route.
    • The distance from Melbourne Airport to downtown is about 18km, by taxi about 30 minutes.
    • The distance from Avalon Airport to downtown is about 50km, by taxi about 1 hour 10 minutes.
    • The distance from Essendon Airport to downtown is about 11km, by taxi about 30 minutes.
  • The closest airport to Melbourne Airport (MEL) is Essendon Airport. The distance is around 8km.
  • SriLankan Airlines is a very popular airline operating an average of 991 flights per month.
  • One-way flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Melbourne Airport currently start from KWD 71, and round-trip fares start from KWD 203. The current lowest fare is a AirAsia flight departing on Mon, Dec 7; prices may vary depending on availability.
  • Yes. SriLankan Airlines and Jetstar Airways operate direct flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Melbourne Airport, with an average flight time of 9 hours 10 minutes, and around 10 weekly flights. Actual flight frequency may vary by season.
  • Based on Trip.com flight data for departures within the next 30 days with at most one stop, the average one-way price from Bandaranaike International Airport to Melbourne Airport is KWD 190. Prices may vary depending on the departure date, airline, and availability.
  • Jetstar Airways are the most popular budget airlines flying from Bandaranaike International Airport to Melbourne Airport, with one-way fares starting from KWD 71. Compare final prices carefully, as baggage, seat selection and payment fees may apply.
  • Bandaranaike International Airport to Melbourne Airport operates around 10 weekly flights, mainly by SriLankan Airlines and Jetstar Airways. Actual frequency may vary during holidays and seasonal schedule adjustments.
  • Enter Bandaranaike International Airport and Melbourne Airport, select your departure date and number of passengers, then compare flights by price, flight duration, and baggage allowance. Once you've chosen a fare, review the change and refund rules, fill in passenger details, and pay to receive your booking confirmation.

Note: Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest price and include all taxes and fees found in the last 24 hours.

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