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Cheap flights from New Zealand to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from $722

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 24/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — CMB
23 Dec — 30 Dec1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from New Zealand to Colombo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New Zealand (NZ0) to Colombo (CMB). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 18 December 2024.

Round-trip from

$1,417

One-way from

$722
Air China
  • Air China
  • 4/3-18/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 68h 45m total
  • New Zealand to Colombo
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24/2
  • 24/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 22h 40m total
  • New Zealand to Colombo
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Cheapest flights from New Zealand to Colombo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Zealand to Colombo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 December 2024.

Sat 28/1222:00AKL - CMB
3 stops30h 55mChina Eastern
Fri 3/122:30CMB - AKL
2 stops51h 40mChina Eastern
Deal found 18/12$2,218
Sat 28/1222:00AKL - CMB
2 stops30h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 18/101:00CMB - AKL
3 stops38h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12$2,473
Fri 27/1206:05CHC - CMB
1 stop23h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 2/122:50CMB - CHC
2 stops32h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12$2,627
Sat 28/1220:55AKL - CMB
1 stop32h 55mSriLankan Airlines
Sat 18/100:35CMB - AKL
1 stop16h 20mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 18/12$3,122
Sat 28/1206:20CHC - CMB
2 stops23h 40mQantas Airways
Thu 2/101:10CMB - CHC
2 stops39h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 18/12$3,340
Fri 27/1208:50AKL - CMB
2 stops31h 10mEtihad Airways
Wed 1/104:20CMB - AKL
2 stops31h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 18/12$3,447
Fri 27/1220:55AKL - CMB
3 stops32h 30mEmirates
Wed 1/102:45CMB - AKL
2 stops28h 40mEmirates
Deal found 18/12$3,482
Sun 22/1223:55AKL - CMB
2 stops28h 40mAir China
Thu 2/122:25CMB - AKL
2 stops36h 40mAir China
Deal found 18/12$3,505
Sat 28/1207:35AKL - CMB
2 stops34h 20mQantas Airways
Thu 2/101:10CMB - AKL
2 stops29h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 18/12$3,709
Sat 28/1200:55AKL - CMB
1 stop30h 05mSingapore Airlines
Fri 24/100:45CMB - AKL
1 stop39h 20mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 18/12$4,096
Sat 28/1214:40AKL - CMB
1 stop43h 45mQatar Airways
Sun 19/110:15CMB - AKL
1 stop34h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 18/12$4,101
Fri 27/1212:00CHC - CMB
1 stop67h 00mSingapore Airlines
Wed 1/100:45CMB - CHC
1 stop50h 25mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 18/12$4,418

Find flights from New Zealand to Colombo within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from New Zealand to Colombo that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. Data last updated 18 December 2024.

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AucklandColombo

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Tue 4/3

20:30-21:05

2 stops32h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 18/3

22:25-18:35

2 stops36h 40m

$1,417

AucklandColombo

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Tue 4/3

22:00-19:00

1 stop28h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 18/3

20:20-16:35

1 stop36h 45m

$1,445

AucklandColombo

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Mon 10/2

13:30-22:20

1 stop16h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 9/3

00:35-00:25

1 stop16h 20m

$1,467

AucklandColombo

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Tue 4/2

13:30-22:20

1 stop16h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 3/3

00:35-00:25

1 stop16h 20m

$1,506

AucklandColombo

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Wed 30/4

13:00-22:55

1 stop16h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 23/5

00:05-22:50

1 stop16h 15m

$1,578

ChristchurchColombo

CHC - CMB

CHCCMB

Christchurch

Tue 29/4

06:00-22:55

1 stop23h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 23/5

00:20-23:59

1 stop17h 09m

$1,579

ChristchurchColombo

CHC - CMB

CHCCMB

Christchurch

Tue 29/4

06:10-23:35

2 stops23h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 23/5

00:50-23:05

2 stops39h 45m

$1,761

AucklandColombo

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Mon 10/2

09:00-23:30

2 stops22h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 11/3

00:45-15:05

1 stop30h 50m

$1,892

AucklandColombo

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Tue 11/2

10:10-23:30

1 stop20h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 11/3

00:45-13:25

1 stop29h 10m

$1,906

ChristchurchColombo

CHC - CMB

CHCCMB

Christchurch

Tue 29/4

17:45-18:30

3 stops31h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 24/5

20:35-15:40

3 stops36h 35m

$2,029

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Best time to book a flight from New Zealand to Colombo

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Travel insights for flights from New Zealand to Colombo

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from New Zealand to Colombo including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Zealand to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $700). Flying from New Zealand to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,494). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from NZ to CMB?

Find hourly flight availability from New Zealand to Colombo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 18 December 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from New Zealand to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport as you normally would.

Rainfall in Colombo by month

Plan your trip to Colombo by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport ranges from 60.0 - 350.0 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 350.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport when rainfall is around 60.0 mm.

Temperature in Colombo by month

Plan your trip to Colombo by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, March is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 27.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Colombo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Colombo. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Colombo. Reviews last updated 18 December 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Emirates and Qatar Airways from New Zealand to Colombo to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews
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Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews
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Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,329 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
497 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
841 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,798 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Zealand to Colombo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New Zealand to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with SriLankan Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $782. China Eastern flights start at $791 while deals on China Southern start at $831 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from New Zealand to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Most travellers choose Auckland Intl - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl, Christchurch - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl or Queenstown Intl - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl when deciding on the best route from New Zealand to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New Zealand to Colombo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on New Zealand to Colombo flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from New Zealand to Colombo?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New Zealand to Colombo.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New Zealand to Colombo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Zealand to Colombo by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Zealand to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $700). Flying from New Zealand to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,494). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from New Zealand to Colombo

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from New Zealand to Colombo. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. Data last updated 18 December 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$1,117Average$1,570FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Air ChinaCheapest$1,204Average$1,808FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,206Average$2,315FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,326Average$2,158FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,519Average$1,982FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$1,554Average$1,925FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$1,574Average$2,133FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,866Average$2,594FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,887Average$2,471FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$2,390Average$2,891FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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