Q: How many flights are there between Melbourne Airport and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport per day?

There is a maximum of 1 nonstop flight a day that takes off from Melbourne Airport and lands in Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, with an average flight time of 10h 25m. The most common departure time is 5:00 p.m. and most flights take off in the afternoon. Each week, there are 7 flights. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Q: How many flights are there between Melbourne Airport and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport per day?

There is a maximum of 1 nonstop flight a day that takes off from Melbourne Airport and lands in Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, with an average flight time of 10h 25m. The most common departure time is 5:00 p.m. and most flights take off in the afternoon. Each week, there are 7 flights. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 1

How long does a flight from Melbourne to Colombo take?

Accepted Answer

The duration of a direct flight to Colombo from Melbourne is typically 10h 25m. The journey crosses a distance of 13,441 km. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 2

How many flights are there between Melbourne Airport and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport per day?

Accepted Answer

There is a maximum of 1 nonstop flight a day that takes off from Melbourne Airport and lands in Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, with an average flight time of 10h 25m. The most common departure time is 5:00 p.m. and most flights take off in the afternoon. Each week, there are 7 flights. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 3

How many flights are there between Melbourne Airport and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport per day?

Accepted Answer

There is a maximum of 1 nonstop flight a day that takes off from Melbourne Airport and lands in Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, with an average flight time of 10h 25m. The most common departure time is 5:00 p.m. and most flights take off in the afternoon. Each week, there are 7 flights. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 4

What’s the earliest departure time from Melbourne to Colombo?

Accepted Answer

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Melbourne Airport at 5:25 pm and will be landing in Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport at 10:20 pm.

Question 5

What’s the latest departure time from Melbourne to Colombo?

Accepted Answer

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport jets off at 5:25 pm and lands at 10:20 pm.

Question 6

Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Melbourne to Colombo?

Accepted Answer

Only SriLankan Airlines offers inflight Wi-Fi service on the Melbourne to Colombo flight route.

Question 7

Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Melbourne to Colombo?

Accepted Answer

The Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Melbourne to Colombo flight route.

Question 8

On which days can I fly direct from Melbourne to Colombo?

Accepted Answer

There are direct flights from Melbourne to Colombo on a daily basis.

Question 9

What’s a good way to navigate Melbourne Airport?

Accepted Answer

While Melbourne Airport is efficiently designed and well signed, unfamiliar airports can still be daunting. Melbourne Airport has its own app, which is free to download to any smartphone or device with an app store; simply called Melbourne Airport App. It contains maps, flight updates, exclusive sales and offers and even a parking tracker and calculator.

Question 10

How can I easily get to Melbourne Airport?

Accepted Answer

If you’re not driving your own vehicle or want to save some money on a taxi fare, the SkyBus is a popular and convenient option. Running roughly every 15min from three locations in Melbourne City, a one way ticket will cost you about A$ 15, or A$ 28 return. From Southern Cross Station, the journey usually takes around 25min, but this could take longer if there is heavy traffic.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month for flights from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is May, where tickets cost C$ 913 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and January, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is C$ 1,632 and C$ 1,299 respectively.

Question 12

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

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month for flights from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is May, where tickets cost C$ 913 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and January, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is C$ 1,632 and C$ 1,299 respectively.

Question 13

How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Melbourne to Colombo?

Accepted Answer

KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Melbourne to Colombo. <a href='/flight-routes/Melbourne-MEL/Colombo-Bandaranaike-Intl-CMB'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 14

How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Melbourne to Colombo?

Accepted Answer

KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Colombo from Melbourne is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now. <a href='/flight-routes/Melbourne-MEL/Colombo-Bandaranaike-Intl-CMB'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 15

What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Melbourne to Colombo?

Accepted Answer

Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Colombo with an airline and back to Melbourne with another airline. <a href='/flight-routes/Melbourne-MEL/Colombo-Bandaranaike-Intl-CMB'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 16

What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Melbourne to Colombo?

Accepted Answer

Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Colombo from Melbourne up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best. <a href='/flight-routes/Melbourne-MEL/Colombo-Bandaranaike-Intl-CMB'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 17

How often are flights from Melbourne to Colombo delayed?

Accepted Answer

Weekly flights between Melbourne and Colombo historically see delays in approximately 31% of cases, with the average delay over the past year being 141 minutes.

Question 18

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Melbourne to Colombo flights?

Accepted Answer

Based on our data, SriLankan Airlines have experienced the fewest delays on this route in the past 12 months, with only about 31% of their flights encountering any delays.

Question 19

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Accepted Answer

Statistically, Thursday is the day of the week with the fewest delays on this flight route, while Sunday has typically experienced more delays than other days.

Question 20

What is the most punctual flight time for Melbourne to Colombo flights?

Accepted Answer

Typically, flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to face fewer delays, whereas flights in the early afternoon have historically encountered delays more often.

Question 21

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Melbourne Airport and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Accepted Answer

There are 2 cabin class options for the route. These are Business and Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

Question 22

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Melbourne Airport and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Accepted Answer

There are 2 cabin class options for the route. These are Business and Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

Question 23

How far in advance should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Accepted Answer

To get a below average price on the flight from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 10% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 17 weeks before departure.

Question 24

How far in advance should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Accepted Answer

To get a below average price on the flight from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 10% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 17 weeks before departure.

Question 25

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Accepted Answer

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at C$ 571 on average.

Question 26

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Accepted Answer

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at C$ 571 on average.

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

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at C$ 571 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

How often are flights from Melbourne to Colombo delayed?

Weekly flights between Melbourne and Colombo historically see delays in approximately 31% of cases, with the average delay over the past year being 141 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Melbourne to Colombo flights?

Typically, flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to face fewer delays, whereas flights in the early afternoon have historically encountered delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Statistically, Thursday is the day of the week with the fewest delays on this flight route, while Sunday has typically experienced more delays than other days.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Melbourne to Colombo flights?

Based on our data, SriLankan Airlines have experienced the fewest delays on this route in the past 12 months, with only about 31% of their flights encountering any delays.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Melbourne Airport and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

There are 2 cabin class options for the route. These are Business and Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

How many flights are there between Melbourne Airport and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport per day?

There is a maximum of 1 nonstop flight a day that takes off from Melbourne Airport and lands in Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, with an average flight time of 10h 25m. The most common departure time is 5:00 p.m. and most flights take off in the afternoon. Each week, there are 7 flights.

How long does a flight from Melbourne to Colombo take?

The duration of a direct flight to Colombo from Melbourne is typically 10h 25m. The journey crosses a distance of 13,441 km.

What’s the earliest departure time from Melbourne to Colombo?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Melbourne Airport at 5:25 pm and will be landing in Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport at 10:20 pm.

What’s the latest departure time from Melbourne to Colombo?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport jets off at 5:25 pm and lands at 10:20 pm.

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What’s a good way to navigate Melbourne Airport?

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Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Melbourne to Colombo?

Only SriLankan Airlines offers inflight Wi-Fi service on the Melbourne to Colombo flight route.

Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Melbourne to Colombo?

The Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Melbourne to Colombo flight route.

On which days can I fly direct from Melbourne to Colombo?

There are direct flights from Melbourne to Colombo on a daily basis.

How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Melbourne to Colombo?

KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Melbourne to Colombo.

How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Melbourne to Colombo?

KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Colombo from Melbourne is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Melbourne to Colombo?

Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Colombo with an airline and back to Melbourne with another airline.

What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Melbourne to Colombo?

Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Colombo from Melbourne up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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