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Flight deals from Colombo to Melbourne Tullamarine

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Colombo to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $908. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Melbourne.$783 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Nov, returning Tue, 16 Feb.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 17 Nov, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 16 Feb, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $783, select.

Melbourne.$783 per passenger.Departing Thu, 17 Dec, returning Thu, 28 Jan.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, 17 Dec, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Thu, 28 Jan, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $783, select.

Melbourne.$783 per passenger.Departing Sat, 12 Sep, returning Sat, 26 Sep.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sat, 12 Sep, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 26 Sep, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $783, select.

Melbourne.$789 per passenger.Departing Fri, 14 Aug, returning Tue, 10 Nov.Return flight with AirAsia and Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Fri, 14 Aug, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $789, select.

Melbourne.$791 per passenger.Departing Sun, 20 Sep, returning Sat, 10 Oct.Return flight with AirAsia and Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sun, 20 Sep, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 10 Oct, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $791, select.

Melbourne.$795 per passenger.Departing Fri, 7 Aug, returning Sat, 10 Oct.Return flight with AirAsia and Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Fri, 7 Aug, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 10 Oct, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $795, select.

Melbourne.$795 per passenger.Departing Sun, 2 Aug, returning Sat, 5 Sep.Return flight with AirAsia and Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sun, 2 Aug, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 5 Sep, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $795, select.

Melbourne.$796 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Jun, returning Tue, 6 Oct.Return flight with AirAsia and Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 30 Jun, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 6 Oct, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $796, select.

Melbourne.$801 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Nov, returning Sat, 14 Nov.Return flight with AirAsia and Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 3 Nov, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 14 Nov, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $801, select.

Melbourne.$811 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Nov, returning Tue, 10 Nov.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 3 Nov, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $811, select.

Melbourne.$811 per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 Aug, returning Tue, 29 Sep.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 25 Aug, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $811, select.

Melbourne.$813 per passenger.Departing Thu, 27 Aug, returning Tue, 6 Oct.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, 27 Aug, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 6 Oct, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $813, select.

Melbourne.$813 per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Dec, returning Sat, 27 Feb.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 15 Dec, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 27 Feb, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $813, select.

Melbourne.$813 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Sep, returning Tue, 13 Oct.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 8 Sep, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 13 Oct, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $813, select.

Melbourne.$820 per passenger.Departing Mon, 3 Aug, returning Thu, 27 Aug.Return flight with AirAsia and Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 3 Aug, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Thu, 27 Aug, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $820, select.

Melbourne.$822 per passenger.Departing Wed, 6 May, returning Mon, 24 Aug.Return flight with FitsAir and Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with FitsAir, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, 6 May, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 24 Aug, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $822, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Colombo to Melbourne Tullamarine

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Direct flights from Colombo to Melbourne Tullamarine

Colombo to Melbourne Tullamarine: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Colombo 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

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$418
Cheapest month to fly	December
Average flight time	9 hrs, 49 mins
Most popular airline	SriLankan Airlines
Average flights per week	21

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

How much are return flights from Colombo to Melbourne Tullamarine?

The best price we found for a return flight from Colombo to Melbourne Tullamarine is $783. 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 to Melbourne Tullamarine?

9 hours and 49 minutes is the average flight time from Colombo to Melbourne Tullamarine.

Which airlines fly direct from Colombo to Melbourne Tullamarine?

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

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

As of April 2026, there are 21 flights per week flying from Colombo to Melbourne Tullamarine.

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

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

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

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Colombo to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport on Thursday, 17 December 2026.

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

Yes – the average flight time is 9 hours and 49 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 to Melbourne Tullamarine with?

The cheapest airline that flies to Melbourne Tullamarine is Jetstar .

Travelling from Colombo to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL): What you need to know

Colombo's main base, Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), is where many great holidays begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Colombo to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).
9 hours 50 minutes is the average duration of a direct Colombo to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight.
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is located in Melbourne. The city runs on the UTC+11 timezone and is five hours 30 minutes ahead of Colombo.
You can pick from 7 direct flights every week between Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) and Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL). This is the busiest route, with SriLankan Airlines offering a 12:25am departure from CMB to MEL.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Colombo to MEL. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
During popular months like February, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.

Airports in Colombo

Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

You can hop on a direct flight from Colombo to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) departing from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB).
SriLankan Airlines is a leading airline that offers direct flights from Colombo to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport taking off from CMB.
SriLankan Airlines is the most frequently chosen airline for flights from CMB to MEL.
Among carriers operating on this route, SriLankan Airlines has the best record for on-time arrivals.
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Colombo to MEL. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB). Take a break from travelling at one of these popular airports:
- Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)
- Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
- Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD)
Travelling from central Colombo to CMB takes about 50 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Colombo to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by staying at one of these hotels near Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport:
When it comes to Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport's on-time performance, 74% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

About Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

Reserve a hotel close to MEL if you have a late flight from Colombo to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and be in bed in no time flat:
Grab 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 top providers you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Colombo to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport flight.

Getting from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne

Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to the centre of Melbourne is about 19 kilometres. If you're getting a taxi or renting a car, plan ahead to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times may vary based on the time of day and traffic conditions.
It'll take around 35 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

At the moment, $418 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Colombo to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $783. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book one month before travelling. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Colombo to MEL.
June is when you're most likely to find a good deal on a Colombo to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport ticket. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
Never miss a deal on plane tickets from Colombo to MEL by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Colombo to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport.

The best time to fly from Colombo to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

Picture the kind of break you want when deciding your trip dates. September is the quietest month to visit Melbourne. December is when most people book flights from Colombo to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your Colombo to MEL plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Search for cheap tickets from Colombo to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF).

More about Melbourne

Once you've booked your flight from Colombo to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Melbourne:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Flinders Street Railway Station, Australian Grand Prix and Formula 1 Grand Prix Circuit are essential stops on your Melbourne itinerary.

Explore more of Australia

Melbourne will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of Australia just waiting to be discovered. Around 113 kilometres northwest of Melbourne, a trip to Bendigo will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Sacred Heart Cathedral, Bendigo Botanic Gardens and Central Deborah Gold Mine.
Around 88 kilometres west of Melbourne, Ballarat is another essential stop in Australia. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at St Patrick's Cathedral, St. Alipius Sovereign Hill and Ballarat Wildlife Park.