Flights from Melbourne, Australia to Colombo, Sri Lanka

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The capital of Sri Lanka, Colombo is a historic port on the ancient east-to-west trade routes ruled by the Portuguese, Dutch and British. This rich heritage is clear in the architecture, with old colonial buildings mixing in with new shopping centers and skyscrapers. For some greenery in the city, visit Viharamahadevi Park, originally called Victoria Park but renamed in the 1950s after the mother of King Dutugemunu. Elephants used for ceremonies sometimes spend the night in the park, and it is known for its beautiful trees, which bloom in the spring. You may even spot a snake charmer.

Flying to Colombo

1. Which airports serve Melbourne to Colombo?

Melbourne Airport, also known as Tullamarine Airport, is the second-busiest in Australia. It is 23km from the city center. Transportation options from the city to the airport include taxi, Skybus, the Airport Shuttle and public transportation. Passengers from Melbourne will fly into Bandaranaike International Airport, also referred to as Colombo International Airport. It is 35km from the city center. On arrival, there are taxis, car rentals, shuttles and a bus service into the city.

2. Which airlines operate flights from Melbourne to Colombo?

Sri Lankan airlines operate daily direct flights from Melbourne to Colombo. Other companies, including Air India, Cathay, Emirates, China Southern and Singapore offer flights on this route with one or more stops.

3. How long is the flight?

The average flight time from Melbourne to Colombo is ten hours and 50 minutes. Melbourne is four-and-a-half hours ahead of Colombo.

4. Climate changes between Melbourne and Colombo

There is very little difference in temperature throughout the year in Colombo, with the average temperature from March to April rising to 88°F and the minimum temperature in the winter months falling to 72°F. The only major change is during the monsoon seasons from May to August and October to January, when there are heavy rains.
Melbourne can seemingly experience four seasons in one day, so travelers should plan for all eventualities when visiting the city. Summer temperatures between December and February can rise to 78°F, and winter temperatures between June and August can range between 44°F and 58°F. Snow sometimes falls in the High Country.

5. Culture differences and need-to-know

When traveling to and from any country, it is important to check the up-to-date vaccination recommendations before you leave. Visitors to Sri Lanka should receive vaccinations for tetanus, diphtheria, polio, measles, mumps, rubella, typhoid and hepatitis A.

Colombo Information

The capital of Victoria in Australia, Melbourne is cosmopolitan, dynamic and the country’s sporting and cultural center. Its inner city is the most European of any in Australia, with narrow lanes featuring bars, restaurants and street art. Sports are an important part of everyday life here, and everyone gets the day off for the Melbourne Cup Horse Race.
On the other hand, Colombo’s historic past lures the visitor in with its cosmopolitan galleries, restaurants, tiny cafes, interesting shops and ever-rising skyscrapers in the city. For a real glimpse of history, visit Old City Hall, built in 1864. Mostly empty, it is a municipal building from the British era, and if you ask, then the attendants will show you the replicas of the town’s first councilors in 1906.

Melbourne, Australia to Colombo Last modified: Mar 26, 2024 19:03 -04:00

We've scanned 117,220,093 round trip itineraries and found the cheapest flights to Colombo. Malaysia & China Eastern frequently offer the best deals to Colombo flights, or select your preferred carrier below to see the cheapest days to fly.

Malaysia
MELCMB
Mon 6/05
1 stop
CMBMEL
Sat 18/05
1 stop
$954
China Eastern
MELCMB
Tue 14/05
1 stop
CMBMEL
Thu 23/05
1 stop
$969
Singapore
MELCMB
Thu 9/05
1 stop
CMBMEL
Thu 16/05
1 stop
$983
Srilankan
MELCMB
Tue 9/04
nonstop
CMBMEL
Tue 16/04
nonstop
$1,008
Multiple Airlines
MELCMB
Tue 16/04
1 stop
CMBMEL
Sun 21/04
1 stop
$1,143
Air India
MELCMB
Thu 23/05
2 stops
CMBMEL
Sat 25/05
2 stops
$1,144

How Much is a Flight from Melbourne, Australia to Colombo?

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< 7 days $1,896 $1,090
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14-21 days $1,471 $1,192
21-30 days $1,208 $1,159
30-60 days $1,208 $1,011
60-90 days $1,265 $975
90+ days $1,207 $965

Cheapest Day To Fly from Melbourne, Australia to Colombo

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