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Cheap flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to New Zealand from $945

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 3/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMB — AKL
29 Mar — 5 Apr1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Colombo to New Zealand

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Colombo to New Zealand flight deals. Data was last updated 24 March 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,515

One-way from

$959

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$2,017
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 12/5-12/7
  • 5 total stops
  • 86h 55m total
  • Colombo to New Zealand
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30/3
  • 30/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 20m total
  • Colombo to New Zealand
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price ($761 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($141 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
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Cheapest flights from Colombo to New Zealand
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Colombo to New Zealand. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 24 March 2025.

Mon 12/522:10CMB - AKL
3 stops35h 05mChina Eastern
Sat 12/721:00AKL - CMB
2 stops51h 50mChina Eastern
Deal found 23/3$1,515
Wed 7/510:40CMB - AKL
3 stops36h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 14/507:30AKL - CMB
3 stops25h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/3$1,545
Tue 6/501:10CMB - AKL
1 stop28h 00mCathay Pacific
Wed 14/513:25AKL - CMB
1 stop40h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 23/3$2,047
Sun 11/500:50CMB - AKL
1 stop29h 00mSingapore Airlines
Sat 12/714:10AKL - CMB
1 stop15h 55mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 23/3$2,092
Sun 6/401:10CMB - AKL
2 stops30h 25mQantas Airways
Tue 29/406:10AKL - CMB
2 stops21h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 23/3$2,291
Tue 30/900:05CMB - AKL
1 stop28h 50mMalaysia Airlines
Mon 20/1001:25AKL - CMB
1 stop29h 00mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 23/3$2,331
Tue 1/410:30CMB - AKL
1 stop33h 45mQatar Airways
Mon 16/613:15AKL - CMB
1 stop34h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 23/3$2,630
Tue 1/410:30CMB - AKL
2 stops40h 50mEmirates
Mon 16/620:30AKL - CMB
2 stops28h 30mEmirates
Deal found 22/3$2,640

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to New Zealand that are best for you.

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Colombo

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New Zealand

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Departure

Return

Price

ColomboAuckland

CMB - AKL

CMBAKL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 12/5

22:10-15:45

3 stops35h 05m

Auckland Intl

Sat 12/7

21:00-18:20

2 stops51h 50m

$1,515

ColomboAuckland

CMB - AKL

CMBAKL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 7/5

10:40-05:30

3 stops36h 20m

Auckland Intl

Wed 14/5

07:30-02:30

3 stops25h 30m

$1,545

ColomboAuckland

CMB - AKL

CMBAKL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 6/5

01:10-11:40

1 stop28h 00m

Auckland Intl

Wed 14/5

13:25-23:50

1 stop40h 55m

$2,047

ColomboAuckland

CMB - AKL

CMBAKL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 11/5

00:50-12:20

1 stop29h 00m

Auckland Intl

Sat 12/7

14:10-23:35

1 stop15h 55m

$2,092

ColomboAuckland

CMB - AKL

CMBAKL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 6/4

01:10-14:05

2 stops30h 25m

Auckland Intl

Tue 29/4

06:10-21:30

2 stops21h 50m

$2,291

ColomboAuckland

CMB - AKL

CMBAKL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 24/4

02:55-13:45

2 stops28h 20m

Auckland Intl

Sun 27/7

20:30-22:10

1 stop32h 10m

$3,362

ColomboAuckland

CMB - AKL

CMBAKL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 24/4

00:05-11:25

1 stop28h 50m

Auckland Intl

Sat 26/7

00:25-22:55

1 stop29h 00m

$3,487

ColomboAuckland

CMB - AKL

CMBAKL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 3/9

23:45-22:45

2 stops40h 30m

$945

ColomboAuckland

CMB - AKL

CMBAKL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 2/9

00:50-11:40

1 stop28h 20m

$1,191

ColomboAuckland

CMB - AKL

CMBAKL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 4/9

20:30-15:45

1 stop36h 45m

$1,282

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Best time to book a flight from Colombo to New Zealand

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to New Zealand

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to New Zealand (average of $110). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to New Zealand in November is currently the most expensive (average of $188). 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 CMB to NZ?

Find hourly flight availability from Colombo to New Zealand. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 24 March 2025.

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

Rainfall in New Zealand by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New Zealand ranges from 70.0 - 130.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 130.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit New Zealand when rainfall is around 70.0 mm.

Temperature in New Zealand by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New Zealand, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing New Zealand

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New Zealand. 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 New Zealand. Reviews last updated 24 March 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Emirates and Cathay Pacific from Colombo to New Zealand 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.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,283 reviews
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Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,283 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,283 reviews
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Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,189 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,283 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
833 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,283 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
810 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,283 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,539 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,283 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Related info for your journey

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

    $1,308 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from China Eastern. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Cathay Pacific and Malaysia Airlines, with prices starting from $1,353 and $1,536, respectively.

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to New Zealand (average of $110). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to New Zealand in November is currently the most expensive (average of $188). 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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China EasternCheapest$1,233Average$1,403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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