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Cheapest return fare
$1,069
Typical prices: $1,224-$986
Jetstar
Sat 29/8Tue 8/9
MEL - CMB • Direct
Cheapest one-way flight
$522
Typical prices: $596-$801
China Eastern
Sat 25/7
MEL - CMB • 2 stops
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Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Colombo (MEL-CMB)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Melbourne to Colombo that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent return flight deals from Melbourne to Bandaranaike Intl

Sat, 29 Aug - Tue, 8 Sep
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12:00 - 17:50
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CMB
10h 20mdirect
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19:50 - 10:00
CMB
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MEL
9h 40mdirect
$1,069Jetstar
Sat, 11 Jul - Thu, 30 Jul
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21:30 - 19:00
MEL
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CMB
26h 00m
1 stop
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20:30 - 12:40
CMB
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MEL
35h 40m
1 stop
$1,071China Eastern
Tue, 15 Sep - Fri, 18 Sep
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23:30 - 10:05
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CMB
15h 05m
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00:05 - 06:15
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MEL
25h 40m
1 stop
$1,072Malaysia Airlines
Fri, 23 Oct - Thu, 5 Nov
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13:00 - 21:30
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CMB
14h 00m
1 stop
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19:50 - 11:00
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MEL
9h 40mdirect
$1,073Multiple Airlines
Sun, 9 Aug - Sat, 29 Aug
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21:35 - 09:50
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CMB
16h 45m
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19:50 - 10:00
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MEL
9h 40mdirect
$1,075Multiple Airlines
Sat, 31 Oct - Wed, 11 Nov
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CMB
10h 20mdirect
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MEL
18h 55m
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$1,076Multiple Airlines
Sun, 9 Aug - Sat, 29 Aug
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CMB
16h 45m
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19:50 - 10:00
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MEL
9h 40mdirect
$1,078Multiple Airlines
Sun, 9 Aug - Thu, 27 Aug
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14h 00m
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19:50 - 10:00
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MEL
9h 40mdirect
$1,079Multiple Airlines
Tue, 20 Oct - Mon, 16 Nov
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13h 40m
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MEL
46h 05m
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$1,080Multiple Airlines
Mon, 27 Jul - Thu, 27 Aug
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11:00 - 19:00
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CMB
36h 30m
1 stop
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20:30 - 09:00
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MEL
32h 00m
1 stop
$1,082China Eastern
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Melbourne to Bandaranaike Intl flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Melbourne to Bandaranaike Intl to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a return flight from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

This analysis is based on the cheapest return trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport departing in August.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to Colombo?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

When flying from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to Colombo, you should consider leaving on a Tuesday and avoid Sundays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine), you’ll find the best rates on Mondays and the most expensive ones on Fridays.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is October, where tickets cost $1,029 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and January, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,876 and $1,401 respectively.

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

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a stopover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop stopover the cheapest option at $1,215 on average.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, you should book around 6 weeks before departure, which saves you about 10% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 12 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonFebruary
Cheapest flight$522
Best time to beat the crowds (12% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (50% more expensive on average)
Flight from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to Colombo

When to book flights from Melbourne to Bandaranaike Intl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Melbourne to Bandaranaike Intl based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to Colombo flights

  • What’s a good way to navigate Melbourne Airport?

    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.

  • How can I easily get to Melbourne Airport?

    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.

  • What are the transportation options at the airport in Colombo?

    To travel on from the airport in Colombo you can take a public bus; this is the cheapest option available but can get very crowded and is not the most comfortable mode of transport. The journey to the city centre by bus takes about an hour. A much better option is to check with your hotel before your flight from Melbourne to Colombo whether you can request a shuttle. Alternatively, you can order a pre-paid taxi at the taxi counter in the Arrivals Hall.

  • Which hotels are close to Colombo Bandaranaike Airport?

    The Emyrean Hotel and Airport City Hub Hotel are the accommodations closest to the airport and both offer free airport transfers. You can also choose the Airport City Hotel Katunayaka, which organizes transfers for an additional charge. Passengers who are between flights can rent a room in six-hour blocks at the Serendiva Transit Hotel located inside the terminal building.

  • Are there any restaurants at Colombo Bandaranaike Airport?

    Yes, you won’t have to starve while waiting at Colombo Bandaranaike Airport, although there is not a very wide range of restaurants available on-site. Your options include Deli Food & Spicy, Palm Strip Restaurant, Nestle Lanka and Burger King. In addition, there is Barista Coffee and Heladiv Tea Club if you just want to have something to drink.

  • What kind of facilities does the airport in Colombo feature?

    Colombo Bandaranaike Airport features some basic facilities such as ATMs and currency exchange counters, a medical station, baby changing rooms, luggage storage, waiting lounges, spa services and a few shops, including a pharmacy.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport was $522 for a one-way ticket and $1,069 for a return.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to Colombo?

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

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to Colombo?

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to Colombo?

    SkyTeam, Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) and Colombo, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to Colombo?

    There are direct flights from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to Colombo on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Melbourne to Colombo, Singapore Airlines or Thai Airways?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Melbourne to Colombo are Singapore Airlines and Thai Airways. With an average price for the route of $1,121 and an overall rating of 8.2, Singapore Airlines is the most popular choice. Thai Airways is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,531 and an overall rating of 7.9.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) 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 Airport (Tullamarine) to Colombo.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Colombo from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) 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 Airport (Tullamarine) to Colombo?

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

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) 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 Airport (Tullamarine) up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Melbourne Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $765 or less one-way and $1,171 or less round-trip.
  • If you’re visiting friends or family overseas, why not pick them up an Australian souvenir from one of the Australian gift stores at Melbourne Airport (MEL)? Across multiple stores, you will find a selection of Australian made or themed goods and snacks.
  • Those travelling from Melbourne Airport with children will find a play area opposite Gate 15B of Terminal 2 and many baby changing facilities across both terminals. Just follow the signs to find them or ask one of the staff at the service desks.
  • Those needing a snack, substantial meal or just a beverage before boarding their flight will find an extensive selection at Melbourne Airport, including bars featuring local breweries, such as Stomping Ground Brewery, or the classics you can expect worldwide, like Subway, McDonald's and Krispy Kreme, with plenty of other options such as sushi and Vietnamese.
  • If you need any assistance once you have arrived at Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), you will find an information desk located in the arrivals area that can assist and direct you as needed.
  • Though the majority of flights from Melbourne to Colombo include a stopover along the way, it is possible to save some time by finding direct flights on this route. To fly non-stop from Melbourne to Colombo you can book your ticket with SriLankan.
  • Passengers who are flying from Melbourne to Colombo with SriLankan can bid for an upgrade to Business Class. Those with Business Class tickets get to enjoy priority check-in, a private space with a lot of legroom and a wide selection of movies and meals. They also receive an amenity kit with useful accessories for the flight.
  • If you drive to Melbourne Airport and wish to leave your car there for the duration of your stay in Colombo, go to the airport website to see all the available parking options and pre-book your space to get the best deal.
  • Travellers who appreciate comfort and high quality service can wait for their flights from Melbourne to Colombo in one of the airport lounges. The Plaza Premium Lounge can be accessed after paying a fee on the door and comes with reading material, TVs, snacks, drinks and air conditioning.
  • If your muscles are tight or you feel stressed out before your flight from Melbourne to Colombo, why not try using the massage chairs at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? Five minutes in a chair costs as little as $2.
  • Those who like to stay connected at all times will be relieved to hear that there is Wi-Fi available at Colombo Bandaranaike Airport, though it might not be accessible in all areas of the terminal building.

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Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl.
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Direct departures

Melbourne to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Monday

SriLankan Airlines

SriLankan Airlines

Tuesday

SriLankan Airlines,Jetstar

SriLankan Airlines,Jetstar

Wednesday

SriLankan Airlines

SriLankan Airlines

Thursday

SriLankan Airlines,Jetstar

SriLankan Airlines,Jetstar

Friday

SriLankan Airlines

SriLankan Airlines

Saturday

SriLankan Airlines,Jetstar

SriLankan Airlines,Jetstar

Sunday

SriLankan Airlines

SriLankan Airlines

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Direct returns

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Melbourne

Monday

SriLankan Airlines

SriLankan Airlines

Tuesday

SriLankan Airlines,Jetstar

SriLankan Airlines,Jetstar

Wednesday

SriLankan Airlines

SriLankan Airlines

Thursday

SriLankan Airlines,Jetstar

SriLankan Airlines,Jetstar

Friday

SriLankan Airlines

SriLankan Airlines

Saturday

SriLankan Airlines,Jetstar

SriLankan Airlines,Jetstar

Sunday

SriLankan Airlines

SriLankan Airlines

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Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying from Melbourne to Bandaranaike Intl

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Melbourne to Colombo. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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8.2
Singapore AirlinesOverall score based on 1545 reviews
8.3Boarding
7.8Food
8.6Crew
8.0Comfort
8.1Entertainment
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Flight attendants were awesome! Very helpful and patients. Some food were good but maybe not serving fish that kinda make the whole aircraft smell fishy. The “fried pork” was tasty but too much skin so it doesnt taste that great.

10.0 ExcellentMaria, June 2026
SEA - SIN
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Flight attendants were awesome! Very helpful and patients. Some food were good but maybe not serving fish that kinda make the whole aircraft smell fishy. The “fried pork” was tasty but too much skin so it doesnt taste that great.

Never book through Kayak. They can offload booking to third parties that are completely horrible.

Kayak really screwed up by offloading the booking to a third party. They were completely inept and caused a bunch of toil. I will never use Kayak again.

A little more room from the reclining seat in the front of me.

It was fine. Nothing special but nothing went wrong so all good.

Overall the airline tried to give excellent service. The wheelchair service was bad at SFO. My baggage was also delayed but I thank them for taking the trouble to find it and deliver it to my home.

They ran out of the second choice of food was stuck with fish

I felt that the whole experience went very smoothly. The aircraft was extremely clean and tidy on boarding. The cabin crew were beautifully turned out very, very efficient and were a credit to Singapore Airlines who are now my favourite carrier.

Service was very good, food and entertainment systems were good

I find it was a bit hot before take off. If there is a way to improve the airflow it would be great

Gate and boarding processes were handled smoothly and efficiently. Both (connecting) flights departed and arrived on time. The cabin crew seemed anxious and a bit stressed/rushed. Food service was OK, but the hot food dishes were poor quality.

HAVING ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR PEOPLE TO BOARD ACCORDING TO GROUP IS ESSENTIAL N ENSURING N CUTTING OF QUEUES, EXCEPT FOR PRIORITY CLASS PASSENGERS ON A SEPARATE Q

We still get drinks and a snack. Love the gift bags too.

business class is old but still done very well by the team.

Excellent airline. The plane was clean and the staff were very attentive

Good experience although the boarding gate is at the terminal extension hence need to leave lounge to head over earlier.

Thai Royal First is very good. Easy check in , Private room in the first class lounge and escort from ticketing to the plane. Once on board crew was very polite, food was outstanding, and the ride was smooth as silk. Restrooms were especially clean. Great Experience

I'm not interested in improving the airline. Therefore, I won't explain this in more detail. Next time I'll try a different one.

The flight (boarding) was delayed by 40-50 minutes and there was very crowed. They need to improve on the timeliness & boarding process. (They asked passenger to board in groups, but the 2nd group was standing there waiting for 20 minutes!). However, services from the crew was very good, also the food was good as well. I also found the legroom was quite comfortable.

Need to improve on punctuality. My flight was delayed by 1 hour.

Food no choice just give it seams trying to finish what ever you have in hand

The crews were very professional and courteous. Pleasant flight and thank you!

They wouldn't let me on the plane. The 3rd party apparently didn't pay for the tickets properly?

Overall experience is good but if the food menu can change to authentic Malaysia food will be good. I.e. Nasi Lemak, Char Kueh Tiew and etc

Surprised that the safety briefing was only conducted in Malay language and no English despite there are foreigners on board. MH should take safety more seriously.

Flights were delayed, Food was good but only 1 meal instead of 2.

Food was good but only 1 meal and 1 pie, instead of 2 meals. Both legs were late.

We are row 11, when the crew came to us, only one meal choice was available.

OK seats comfortable, easy boarding/embarking, excellent connection to domestic Malaysia flight with baggage checked through without customs. Catering especially drinks borderline ok luckily less important aspect

Comfortable seats in economy, managed a few hours sleep in an o night flight but the food was terrible. Surprising as Malaysia airlines has been good in the past. Service was mediocre this time too.

Very poor. The flight was delayed for over an hour. Also, our baggage, including that of many passengers, approimately 180 bags did not arrive, and we are yet to receive it.

Poor, They have damaged my luggage and I have filed a claim at Colombo airport. They promised I will be in touch by the team within next 2 days but there is no One contacted me at all after 1 week. I then follow up again and received an email acknowledging my claim and claimed that they will reply in 12 days on investigation. Again, no response at all after that… Very disappointing…

From the checking, ground handlimg was very poor.seems new personal on duty,people qho suppose to be teaching them didnt see around.new people may mislead passenger, as of flt info boards, not give proper info.even informatiin counter people dont get uptodate info.makin big ques, totally disaster.guests were not happy about it.even boarding to aircraft some BC class pax sent to aft staircase, some aft pasx sent to front door.poor ground handling.may need to improove.

Nice crew.flight delay fromBKK for some ground prep issue I guess, crew serve well to guest, and respect to guest as well. As usual AC is old,and nt much comert in compare to other rehional airliners.other than that.all good

All good, on time, depart.only bad side was, airxraft is too old to be in business.hope ailine will manage somethinv somewhat.all good

Flight was on time.food is as usual good.Aircraft is old.old A320, seats aithout any display.crew serve well

Was good, comparatively. A330, with good crew set.on time depature. And crew try there best, to make thing efficient.

Spesific ,Crew and cabin manager, look after all pax on board despite being in a old A320 equipment.Got free seat upgrade as well,but old style seats, no much comfert on it.But food and the spesific crew, was amazing.maintain airlanka standerd.the cabin manager, who was so much keen,keen operate as per SOP.

Was got free upgrade, on old A320.aircraft is out dated kind of.bt service ,cabin manager, tried there best.and food was excelent.

When flying from Indian Sector, should be more prepared with Indian food

The Ryanair of Australia. Not impressed. Forced me to gate check my bag as it was over their weight limit. Charged me $125 for the privilege. Then said plane hold was locked and it would have to go out in the next flight, which was the following day. Explained that I was on a cruise the next day and the plane would not arrive until after the ship left, and that it would be impossible to catch up with the cruise at any point. Lady at the gate unimpressed. So to sum up they were ready to charge me $125 to lose a bag. Finally got it resolved by appealing to management, but the whole episode was not good for the blood pressure. The gate lady said they followed the Ryanair business model which means first time passengers get penalized for doing things that other airlines routinely allow.

Delayed 50 mins. Check in was excellent, boarding was good, everything else was OK and perfectly acceptable for a budget airline. Price was excellent. I noticed this airline had two other flights to our destination cancelled so not very reliable.

Horrible. The people that get this flights are very sick, dangerous and unhygienic

Jane at Sydney International airport check in was amazing. She set up the whole experience to be a positive one.

The smells on this plane were disgusting. So many sweaty and unhygienic people i couldn't stand it. I dream of being anywhere else in the world when I am on a JetStar flight they suck.

One of the better flights I’ve had w Jetstar. Smooth boarding, early take off, on time landing, very courteous crew, clean plane.

local frequent travellers know that Jetstar’s flights between MEL and LST are turnaround flights so those in the morning tend to run on time and become delayed increasingly through the day. We observed how the staff at check in and boarding try to assist, guide and facilitate travellers - they were courteous, efficient, amiable while enforcing Jetstar’s baggage requirements. They try to speed up boarding by having passengers board from both front and back. We would take Jetstar again.

The issue was a 4 hour delay to takeoff with very sketchy information provided about the available of the flights delay. Passengers were not informed of gate changes and how long the delay might be. It ended with a late night 2 hour drive to our home which was not ideal for elderly people.

Flight was fine with boarding starting a few minutes early. Not a fan of the crew pushing political messaging regarding indigenous naming of Brisbane city… really pushed it like I haven’t heard on Jetstar before.

Improved experience over our last years flight when also we flew local but on an international scheduled flight. The double processing is still unwelcome i.e. by security and then by border force having to produce a licence and boarding pass repeatedly on departure and return. Obviously suits the airline rather than the local traveller. The flight and crew were good though a helper on return was offhand having to push the wheel chair did the bare minimum we felt.

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