There is 1 way to get from Melbourne to Pigeon Island National Park by plane
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Melbourne (MEL) to Trincomalee (TRR) flights
The flight time between Melbourne (MEL) and Trincomalee (TRR) is around 27h 17m and covers a distance of around 8354 km. This includes an average layover time of around 14h 25m. Services are operated by SriLankan Airlines, Cinnamon Air and Qantas. Typically 30 flights run weekly, although weekend and holiday schedules can vary so check in advance.
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International entry into Sri Lanka from Australia
- Entry is restricted for citizens and permanent residents of Australia
Restricted for: Foreign nationals, with the above exceptions
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Conditions of entry into Sri Lanka from Australia
- Negative COVID-19 test issued at most 3 days before arrival for unvaccinated travellers
- COVID-19 test upon arrival
- Travellers with a certificate of vaccination are exempt from COVID-19 testing on arrival
Rules to follow in Sri Lanka
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Considerations leaving from Australia
The official advice is to avoid non-essential international travel to high risk countries
Frequently Asked Questions
No, entry into Sri Lanka from Australia is currently restricted.
Explore options for future travelDomestic travel is not restricted, but some conditions may apply
- Face masks are recommended
- There is a social distancing requirement of 1 metre
- Observe COVID-19 safety rules
The national COVID-19 helpline number in Pigeon Island National Park is 1912.
Wearing a face mask on public transport in Pigeon Island National Park is recommended.
The social distance requirement in Pigeon Island National Park is 1 metre.
Make yourself known to an official member of staff and/or call the national coronavirus helpline number on 1912.
No, but conditions apply when returning to Australia from Sri Lanka.
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Last updated: 29 Jun 2022
Exceptions may apply, for full details: Sri Lanka Government Covid Response.
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Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Pigeon Island National Park is to fly which costs $700 - $2,300 and takes 28h 19m.
The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Pigeon Island National Park is to fly. Taking this option will cost $700 - $2,300 and takes 28h 19m.
The distance between Melbourne and Pigeon Island National Park is 8383 km.
It takes approximately 28h 19m to get from Melbourne to Pigeon Island National Park, including transfers.
There is no direct flight from Melbourne Airport to Trincomalee Airport. The quickest flight takes 25h 25m and has one stopover.
Qantas and SriLankan Airlines offer flights from Melbourne Airport to Trincomalee Airport.
There are 62+ hotels available in Pigeon Island National Park. Prices start at Rs. 32500 per night.
The best way to get from Melbourne to Melbourne Airport is to bus which takes 30 min and costs $18.
- Distance: 8382.6 km
- Duration: 28h 19m
What companies run services between Melbourne, VIC, Australia and Pigeon Island National Park, Sri Lanka?
SriLankan Airlines, Cinnamon Air and Qantas fly from Melbourne to Pigeon Island National Park 4 times a day.
- Website
- srilankan.com
Flights from Melbourne to Trincomalee via Colombo
- Ave. Duration
- 25h 25m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- Rs. 170000 - Rs. 550000
Flights from Melbourne to Trincomalee via Sydney, Colombo
- Ave. Duration
- 27h 45m
- When
- Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday
- Estimated price
- Rs. 190000 - Rs. 600000
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