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Melbourne Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport flight

Explore the cheapest one-way and round-trip flights from Melbourne Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport over the next 90 days, with one-way fares from IDR 4,709,700 and round-trip from IDR 8,987,200. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

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

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

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

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

Based on Trip.com’s data from the past 12 months, if you’re looking for a low-cost one-way ticket from Melbourne Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport, the best time to buy is in October, with an average price of IDR 6,687,400. You’ll want to avoid December, when the average price can reach as high as IDR 14,806,800.

IDR 14,806,800
IDR 10,747,100
IDR 6,687,400
IDR 2,627,700
    Cheapest
  • IDR 7,834,200
    Nov
  • IDR 14,806,800
    Dec
  • IDR 9,215,200
    Jan
  • IDR 8,290,500
    Feb
  • IDR 9,992,600
    Mar
  • IDR 10,663,000
    Apr
  • IDR 11,137,800
    May
  • IDR 11,901,800
    Jun
  • IDR 9,374,800
    Jul
  • IDR 9,063,300
    Aug
  • IDR 7,885,800
    Sep
  • IDR 6,687,400
    Oct

What’s the cheapest month to fly round-trip from Melbourne Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport?

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

Based on Trip.com’s data from the past 12 months, November is typically the cheapest month to find flights from Melbourne Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport, with an average price of IDR 15,373,100. In contrast, December is usually the most expensive month, with average fares reaching IDR 26,578,300.

IDR 26,578,300
IDR 20,975,700
IDR 15,373,100
IDR 9,770,500
  • IDR 15,373,100
    Nov
  • IDR 26,578,300
    Dec
  • IDR 19,840,700
    Jan
  • IDR 16,899,100
    Feb
  • IDR 17,298,200
    Mar
  • IDR 18,419,600
    Apr
  • IDR 17,444,400
    May
  • IDR 20,535,900
    Jun
  • IDR 18,352,200
    Jul
  • IDR 16,971,800
    Aug
  • IDR 19,363,500
    Sep
  • IDR 16,925,500
    Oct

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

The data is based on the past 12 months and shows the average ticket prices from Melbourne Airport to Bandaranaike International 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 day to depart from Melbourne Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport is Tuesday, with average fares typically lower than other days. You’ll want to avoid flying on Monday, as ticket prices are usually the highest that day.

IDR 11,784,700
IDR 10,083,650
IDR 8,382,600
IDR 6,681,550
  • IDR 11,784,700
    Mon
  • IDR 8,382,600
    Tue
  • IDR 9,522,500
    Wed
  • IDR 8,792,500
    Thu
  • IDR 10,933,800
    Fri
  • IDR 9,193,900
    Sat
  • IDR 10,416,400
    Sun

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

The cheapest airline flying from Melbourne Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport is China Eastern Airlines (from IDR 6,479,200) among 10 carriers operating this route. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

China Eastern Airlines
From IDR 6,479,200
Jetstar Airways
From IDR 6,662,500
Batik Air Malaysia
From IDR 7,059,000
TransNusa Airlines
From IDR 7,168,400
Qantas Airways
From IDR 7,734,600
AirAsia X
From IDR 7,751,000
Scoot
From IDR 7,890,500
Philippine Airlines
From IDR 8,054,600
VietJet Air
From IDR 8,566,000
Qatar Airways
From IDR 8,752,000

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

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

Flight info.
Departure
Arrival
Weekly Schedule
  1. JQ005

    13:00

    MEL

    10h 20m

    17:50

    CMB

    - M - W - F -
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  2. D7213

    01:30

    MEL

    8h 40m

    Direct

    07:10

    KUL

    - - T W T - -
    Search
  3. AK045

    08:25

    KUL

    3h 30m

    Direct

    09:25

    CMB

    S M T W T F S
  4. OD178

    07:45

    MEL

    6h 15m

    Direct

    11:00

    DPS

    S M T W T F S
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  5. OD178

    12:25

    DPS

    3h 10m

    Direct

    15:35

    KUL

    S M T W T F S
  6. AK047

    20:45

    KUL

    3h 35m

    Direct

    21:50

    CMB

    S M T W T F S
  7. D7219

    06:15

    MEL

    8h 20m

    Direct

    11:35

    KUL

    S M - - - F S
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  8. AK047

    20:45

    KUL

    3h 35m

    Direct

    21:50

    CMB

    S M T W T F S
  9. JQ033

    15:50

    MEL

    6h 10m

    Direct

    19:00

    DPS

    S M T W T F S
    Search
  10. AK375

    22:20

    DPS

    3h 5m

    Direct

    01:25

    KUL

    S M T W T F S
  11. AK045

    08:25

    KUL

    3h 30m

    Direct

    09:25

    CMB

    S M T W T F S
  12. D7213

    01:30

    MEL

    8h 40m

    Direct

    07:10

    KUL

    - - T W T - -
    Search
  13. AK047

    20:45

    KUL

    3h 35m

    Direct

    21:50

    CMB

    S M T W T F S
  14. OD178

    07:45

    MEL

    6h 15m

    Direct

    11:00

    DPS

    S M T W T F S
    Search
  15. OD178

    12:25

    DPS

    3h 10m

    Direct

    15:35

    KUL

    S M T W T F S
  16. AK045

    08:25

    KUL

    3h 30m

    Direct

    09:25

    CMB

    S M T W T F S
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About Melbourne Airport and Bandaranaike International Airport

Learn about Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) — including location, terminals, transportation, and travel tips.

Flight distance 8,367.31km
Cheapest one-way ticket price IDR 4,709,700
Cheapest return ticket price IDR 8,987,200

FAQs for Melbourne Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport Flights

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

    Melbourne Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport takes about 10 hours 24 minutes on average. Actual flight time may vary depending on route, weather and air traffic.
  • There are around 2 daily flights from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB).
  • The earliest flight from Melbourne Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport departs at 13:00, and the last departs at 17:30, 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 Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is quite popular. Without considering departure times or holidays, tickets cost around IDR 22,391,300 in December, the most expensive month to book this route.
  • The earliest flight departs from Melbourne Airport (MEL) at 07:45 and arrives in Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) at 12:50.
  • The latest flight departs from Melbourne Airport (MEL) at 17:30 and arrives in Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) at 22:45.
    • The distance from Bandaranaike International Airport to downtown is about 29km, by taxi about 40 minutes.
  • The closest airport to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is Katugastota Airport. The distance is around 85km.
  • SriLankan Airlines is a very popular airline operating an average of 1194 flights per month.
  • One-way flights from Melbourne Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport currently start from IDR 6,479,200, and round-trip fares start from IDR 8,987,200. The current lowest fare is a China Eastern Airlines flight departing on Fri, Jan 8; prices may vary depending on availability.
  • Yes. SriLankan Airlines and Jetstar Airways operate direct flights from Melbourne Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport, with an average flight time of 10 hours 21 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 Melbourne Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport is IDR 15,374,100. Prices may vary depending on the departure date, airline, and availability.
  • Jetstar Airways are the most popular budget airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport, with one-way fares starting from IDR 6,479,200. Compare final prices carefully, as baggage, seat selection and payment fees may apply.
  • Melbourne Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport operates around 10 weekly flights, mainly by SriLankan Airlines and Jetstar Airways. Actual frequency may vary during holidays and seasonal schedule adjustments.
  • Enter Melbourne Airport and Bandaranaike International 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.

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