SriLankan Airlines celebrated the seventh anniversary of its Melbourne-Colombo route, which launched in 2017. The route has become a key connection for Sri Lankan expatriates, students, and tourists, while also facilitating travel to destinations across India.
The Melbourne-Colombo route has shown steady growth, becoming one of the airline’s top-performing services. It plays a crucial role in strengthening cultural and economic ties between Australia and South Asia, catering to travelers visiting family or vacationing in the region.
Dimuthu Tennakoon, SriLankan Airlines’ Head of Worldwide Sales and Distribution, highlighted the airline’s commitment to further expanding its network to support the growth of this vital route. Regional Manager for the Asia-Pacific, V. Ravindran, praised the team’s dedication and reaffirmed the airline’s focus on enhancing connectivity and delivering exceptional service.
The Melbourne-Colombo route is serviced daily by Airbus A330-300 and A330-200 aircraft, offering modern in-flight comforts and the award-winning hospitality SriLankan Airlines is known for.
SriLankan Airlines actively engages with the local Australian community, supporting events organized by Sri Lankan expatriate organizations and sponsoring major sporting events like the Melbourne Half Marathon and the Great Ocean Road Running Festival. These initiatives aim to strengthen community ties and enhance brand visibility.
The airline has also partnered with Invest Victoria to foster tourism and cultural exchange, further solidifying its role in connecting Australia and Sri Lanka.
