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Flight deals from Melbourne Avalon Airport to Colombo

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Melbourne Avalon Airport to Colombo? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from RM2,827. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Colombo.RM2,775 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Jun, returning Tue, 7 Jul.Return flight with Jetstar and IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Avalon on Wed, 17 Jun, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 7 Jul, arriving in Melbourne Avalon.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,775, select.
Colombo.RM2,775 per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Mar, returning Wed, 22 Apr.Return flight with Jetstar and FitsAir.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Avalon on Thu, 26 Mar, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with FitsAir, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, 22 Apr, arriving in Melbourne Avalon.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,775, select.
Colombo.RM2,827 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Mar, returning Tue, 24 Mar.Return flight with Jetstar and AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Avalon on Tue, 17 Mar, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 24 Mar, arriving in Melbourne Avalon.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,827, select.
Colombo.RM2,921 per passenger.Departing Wed, 8 Apr, returning Thu, 23 Apr.Return flight with Jetstar and AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Avalon on Wed, 8 Apr, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, 23 Apr, arriving in Melbourne Avalon.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,921, select.
Colombo.RM2,932 per passenger.Departing Wed, 22 Apr, returning Sun, 10 May.Return flight with Jetstar and AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Avalon on Wed, 22 Apr, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sun, 10 May, arriving in Melbourne Avalon.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,932, select.
Colombo.RM2,979 per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 May, returning Mon, 18 May.Return flight with Jetstar and AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Avalon on Mon, 4 May, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 18 May, arriving in Melbourne Avalon.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,979, select.
Colombo.RM3,211 per passenger.Departing Fri, 20 Feb, returning Sat, 14 Mar.Return flight with Jetstar and AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Avalon on Fri, 20 Feb, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sat, 14 Mar, arriving in Melbourne Avalon.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,211, select.
Colombo.RM3,213 per passenger.Departing Sun, 31 May, returning Wed, 8 Jul.Return flight with Jetstar and AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Avalon on Sun, 31 May, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, 8 Jul, arriving in Melbourne Avalon.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,213, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Avalon to Colombo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Melbourne Avalon to Colombo flights are currently cheapest in March.
Feb
from RM3,555
Mar
from RM2,827
Apr
from RM2,921
May
from RM2,979
Jun
from RM3,305
Jul
from RM4,941
Aug
from RM31,333
Sep
from RM31,878
Oct
from RM6,023
Nov
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Dec
from RM7,206
Jan
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Alternative Melbourne Avalon to Colombo routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Melbourne Avalon to Colombo? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Kelaniya

10km from central Colombo
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Colombo Ratmalana

13km from central Colombo
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Colombo Bandaranayake

27km from central Colombo
Cheapest
from RM2,775
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Bentota River

52km from central Colombo
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Katugastota

72km from central Colombo
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Melbourne to Colombo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRM2,775
Cheapest month to flyMarch

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

There are 5 airports in Colombo: Kelaniya, Colombo Ratmalana, Colombo Bandaranayake, Bentota River, and Katugastota.
The best price we found for a return flight from Melbourne Avalon to Colombo is RM2,775. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Melbourne Avalon to Colombo. But we found flights with one or more stops from RM2,775.
As of February 2026, there are no flights flying from Melbourne Avalon to Colombo.
The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Avalon to Colombo is usually March.
If you're flying from Melbourne Avalon Airport, the cheapest airport near Colombo is Colombo Bandaranayake – which is 27.5 km away from the centre of Colombo. We've found flights into this airport from RM2,775.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Melbourne Avalon Airport to Colombo on Thursday, 26 March 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Melbourne Avalon Airport and Colombo. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 Colombo 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.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Colombo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In February, the average temperature is usually around 27°C. May is typically the warmest month in Colombo, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 25°C. The rainiest month is November.
Currently, Jetstar offers the cheapest flight tickets to Colombo.

Travelling from Avalon Airport (AVV) to Colombo: what you need to know

  • The timezone in Colombo is UTC+5:30. The city is five hours 30 minutes behind Melbourne, where Avalon Airport is located.

  • To avoid missing your AVV to Colombo flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • Planning to travel during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.

  • Stopovers are a great opportunity to explore a new city or just take a break during your trip. When booking your flight ticket from AVV to Colombo, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to browse all potential stops. Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) is a top stop on this route.

  • The journey from central Melbourne to AVV takes around 2 hours 5 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • 80.09% of flights departing from Avalon Airport touch down at their destination as planned. Given its strong on-time stats, disruptions are unlikely when taking off from AVV.

How to find the cheapest flights from Avalon Airport (AVV) to Colombo

  • RM1,269 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Avalon Airport to Colombo flight. A return ticket right now is RM2,775. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.

  • Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from AVV to Colombo if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.

  • Finding cheap tickets from Avalon Airport to Colombo is easier if you're flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to access the lowest fares across every month and bag a sweet deal.

  • Locking in a cheap flight from AVV to Colombo couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic notifications and we'll notify you as soon as a deal gets even better.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Avalon Airport to Colombo.

Airports in Colombo

Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)

  • Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) to central Colombo takes around 40 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 16 kilometres away.

  • If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 15 minutes.

  • Think about booking a hotel near RML if you're coming in on a late flight from Avalon Airport to Colombo. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • The centre of Colombo is about 32 kilometres from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB). Once your flight from Avalon Airport to Colombo has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 40 minutes.

  • The journey will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.

  • Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel near CMB. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your AVV to Colombo flight:

  • Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion and Sixt make collecting a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car easy and quick. These trusted companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.

  • Avoid paying extra. Securing your ride two weeks ahead of your arrival at CMB will save you money.

Best time to go to Colombo

  • Visit Colombo in peak season if you like a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Avalon Airport to Colombo in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.

  • The warmest month in Colombo is March, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your Avalon Airport to Colombo flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.

  • Search for cheap tickets from AVV to Colombo in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) on average.

More about Colombo

  • Start your Colombo trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Avalon Airport to Colombo, check out our range of accommodation options including:

  • Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall and Gangaramaya Temple are just two of the major attractions to add to your Colombo must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Viharamahadevi Park.

Explore more of Sri Lanka

  • Colombo is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Sri Lanka waiting to be discovered. About 306 kilometres north of Colombo, a trip to Jaffna will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library.

  • Around 241 kilometres north-east of Colombo, Trincomalee is another essential stop in Sri Lanka. Experience major highlights starting with Koneswaram Temple, Fort Frederick and Marble Beach.

Plan the rest of your trip from Melbourne to Colombo

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