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Cheap flights from Auckland to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from $688

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.
AKL — CMB
18 Jun — 25 Jun1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Auckland Intl to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl are usually found in February or August, booked 56 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Sunday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Auckland to Colombo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Auckland (AKL) 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 13 June 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,345

One-way from

$688

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,744
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 30/7-6/8
  • 4 total stops
  • 82h 40m total
  • Auckland to Colombo
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3/9
  • 3/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 46h 40m total
  • Auckland to Colombo
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($398 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($94 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Auckland to Colombo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Auckland to Colombo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 13 June 2025.

Wed 30/721:00AKL - CMB
2 stops54h 40mChina Eastern
Wed 6/822:10CMB - AKL
2 stops28h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 11/6$1,345
Fri 25/706:45AKL - CMB
1 stop22h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/800:20CMB - AKL
1 stop16h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/6$1,385
Tue 11/1123:55AKL - CMB
2 stops52h 40mAir China
Thu 11/1222:25CMB - AKL
2 stops36h 40mAir China
Deal found 13/6$1,761
Mon 10/1101:40AKL - CMB
1 stop29h 25mMalaysia Airlines
Wed 10/1200:40CMB - AKL
1 stop15h 45mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 12/6$1,845
Wed 23/713:25AKL - CMB
1 stop40h 35mCathay Pacific
Sat 9/800:50CMB - AKL
1 stop28h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 11/6$1,879
Tue 11/1111:10AKL - CMB
1 stop19h 50mSingapore Airlines
Wed 10/1200:45CMB - AKL
2 stops30h 00mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 11/6$1,904

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

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AucklandColombo

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Wed 30/7

21:00-21:10

2 stops54h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 6/8

22:10-08:40

2 stops28h 00m

$1,345

AucklandColombo

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Fri 25/7

06:45-22:55

1 stop22h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 9/8

00:20-23:00

1 stop16h 10m

$1,385

AucklandColombo

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Tue 11/11

23:55-21:05

2 stops52h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 11/12

22:25-18:35

2 stops36h 40m

$1,761

AucklandColombo

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Mon 10/11

01:40-23:35

1 stop29h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 10/12

00:40-23:55

1 stop15h 45m

$1,845

AucklandColombo

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Wed 23/7

13:25-23:30

1 stop40h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 9/8

00:50-11:40

1 stop28h 20m

$1,879

AucklandColombo

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Tue 11/11

11:10-23:30

1 stop19h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 10/12

00:45-14:15

2 stops30h 00m

$1,904

AucklandColombo

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Wed 3/9

20:40-12:50

3 stops46h 40m

$688

AucklandColombo

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Thu 3/7

21:00-19:00

1 stop28h 30m

$792

AucklandColombo

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Tue 2/9

00:25-22:55

1 stop29h 00m

$819

AucklandColombo

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Mon 7/7

10:15-23:30

1 stop19h 45m

$904

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Best time to book a flight from Auckland to Colombo

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Auckland to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Auckland to Colombo. Price data was last updated on 9 June 2025.

Booking 56 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Auckland to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $700). Flying from Auckland to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,466). 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 AKL to CMB?

Find hourly flight availability from Auckland 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 13 June 2025.

When flying from Auckland to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 27% versus a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Auckland to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Auckland to Colombo. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Auckland to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 13 June 2025.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,304 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
483 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
892 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Malaysia Airlines
7.4
Good
263 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

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 Auckland to Colombo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Auckland to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl?

    Auckland Intl (AKL) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Auckland to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl. You should not have trouble finding flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl from Auckland Intl; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 10 airlines have flights from the Auckland airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl. It is only a 17.9 km journey to Auckland Intl (AKL) from Auckland’s city centre.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Auckland to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport round-trip?

    Currently priced at $1,345, China Eastern will fly you from Auckland to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport and back. In addition to China Eastern, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Air China and Malaysia Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,761 and $1,845, respectively. China Eastern is currently priced 23% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is China Eastern, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $792. However, be on the lookout for offers from Malaysia Airlines and Cathay Pacific, as they are both options that can get you from Auckland to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport for a low price.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Auckland to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Of the flights from Auckland to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport that have stopovers, most of them stop in Singapore. Auckland to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights stop in Kuala Lumpur the next most. Shanghai comes next as the third most popular stopover location for Auckland to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a stopover in Shanghai?

    People's Square, Shanghai Disneyland, and Jing'an Temple are currently the most popular points of interest in Shanghai. People's Square, Shanghai Disneyland, and Jing'an Temple can be accessed by travelling approximately 32.7 km, 14.1 km, and 35.4 km, respectively from Shanghai Pu Dong.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Auckland to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights?

    Auckland to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights have a stopover in Sydney the least frequently. Kunming sees the next fewest stopovers on Auckland to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights. Beijing sees the third fewest flights with stopovers for the Auckland to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport route.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Auckland to Colombo?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Auckland 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 Auckland to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $700). Flying from Auckland to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,466). 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 Auckland to Colombo

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$1,047Average$1,414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Air ChinaCheapest$1,141Average$1,615FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$1,318Average$1,766FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$1,411Average$1,872FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,475Average$1,725FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,578Average$1,988FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,591Average$1,986FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,866Average$2,233FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$2,050Average$2,464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$2,093Average$2,625FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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