What is the cheapest month to fly from Colombo to Melbourne?

Based on current 6-month forward fare data, October 2026 is the cheapest month to fly from Colombo (CMB) to Melbourne (MEL), with fares starting from $431.

What is the lowest current fare from CMB to MEL?

The lowest currently-listed fare from Colombo (CMB) to Melbourne (MEL) is $431 on 2026-10-12.

How long is the flight from Colombo to Melbourne?

Direct flights from CMB to MEL cover approximately 8,358 km (5,193 miles), with an estimated flight time of 9h 50m. Operating airlines: JQ, UL.

Cheap flights from Colombo to Melbourne

Cheapest current fares: $431 in October 2026, 8,358 km direct flight in ~9h 50m.

Last updated May 24, 2026 · By Flightmaps Editorial

Cheapest month-by-month fares

Lowest available fare per calendar month from Colombo (CMB) to Melbourne (MEL). Refreshed daily.

Colombo (CMB) → Melbourne (MEL)

October 2026 $431
June 2026 $452
May 2026 $559

Frequently asked questions

What is the cheapest month to fly from Colombo to Melbourne?

Based on current 6-month forward fare data, October 2026 is the cheapest month to fly from Colombo (CMB) to Melbourne (MEL), with fares starting from $431.
What is the lowest current fare from CMB to MEL?

The lowest currently-listed fare from Colombo (CMB) to Melbourne (MEL) is $431 on 2026-10-12.
How long is the flight from Colombo to Melbourne?

Direct flights from CMB to MEL cover approximately 8,358 km (5,193 miles), with an estimated flight time of 9h 50m. Operating airlines: JQ, UL.

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