Cheap flights from Christchurch to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from $803
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 25/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — CMB
18 Dec — 25 Dec1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Christchurch to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl are usually found in August or March, booked 86 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Sunday and return on a Thursday
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Cheapest flights from Christchurch to Colombo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Christchurch to Colombo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 November 2025.
Tue 18/1106:10CHC - CMB
1 stop24h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 15/1200:05CMB - CHC
1 stop16h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/11$1,913
Sat 22/1106:05CHC - CMB
1 stop24h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 15/1200:05CMB - CHC
1 stop16h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/11$1,950
Mon 24/1106:05CHC - CMB
1 stop23h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 13/1200:05CMB - CHC
1 stop16h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/11$2,372
Sat 22/1106:05CHC - CMB
2 stops22h 35mQantas Airways
Tue 16/1212:10CMB - CHC
2 stops28h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/11$2,485
Mon 24/1106:05CHC - CMB
1 stop23h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 15/1200:05CMB - CHC
1 stop16h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/11$2,532
Mon 24/1106:05CHC - CMB
2 stops22h 35mQantas Airways
Wed 24/1212:10CMB - CHC
2 stops18h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/11$2,552
Mon 24/1118:20CHC - CMB
3 stops47h 25mEmirates
Wed 24/1221:50CMB - CHC
2 stops32h 40mEmirates
Deal found 17/11$2,555
Mon 24/1106:05CHC - CMB
2 stops22h 35mQantas Airways
Sun 14/1212:10CMB - CHC
2 stops18h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/11$2,562
Best flights from Christchurch to Colombo
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Christchurch to Colombo that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 18 November 2025.
Mon 19/118:20CHC - CMB
3 stops47h 25mEmirates
Mon 16/220:15CMB - CHC
3 stops44h 25mEmirates
Deal found 16/11$2,338
Mon 19/106:00CHC - CMB
1 stop23h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 15/200:25CMB - CHC
1 stop16h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/11$2,569
Fri 9/106:05CHC - CMB
2 stops24h 55mQantas Airways
Thu 12/212:10CMB - CHC
2 stops18h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 16/11$2,832
Mon 15/1206:05CHC - CMB
3 stops47h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 28/1210:25CMB - CHC
2 stops30h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/11$2,619
Last-minute flights from Christchurch to Colombo
Discover last-minute flight deals from Christchurch to Colombo. Data last updated 18 November 2025 and is based on user searches.
Tue 18/1106:10CHC - CMB
1 stop24h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 15/1200:05CMB - CHC
1 stop16h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/11$1,913
Sat 22/1106:05CHC - CMB
1 stop24h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 15/1200:05CMB - CHC
1 stop16h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/11$1,950
Sat 22/1106:05CHC - CMB
2 stops22h 35mQantas Airways
Tue 16/1212:10CMB - CHC
2 stops28h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/11$2,485
Mon 24/1106:05CHC - CMB
1 stop23h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 13/1200:05CMB - CHC
1 stop16h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/11$2,372
Mon 24/1106:05CHC - CMB
1 stop23h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 15/1200:05CMB - CHC
1 stop16h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/11$2,532
Mon 24/1106:05CHC - CMB
2 stops22h 35mQantas Airways
Wed 24/1212:10CMB - CHC
2 stops18h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/11$2,552
Mon 24/1118:20CHC - CMB
3 stops31h 35mEmirates
Wed 24/1220:15CMB - CHC
3 stops34h 15mEmirates
Deal found 17/11$2,555
Mon 24/1106:05CHC - CMB
2 stops22h 35mQantas Airways
Sun 14/1212:10CMB - CHC
2 stops18h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/11$2,562
Cheap flight deals from Christchurch to Colombo
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Christchurch (CHC) 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 November 2025.
Customise your flight search to find flights from Christchurch 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 November 2025.
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Departure
Return
Price
ChristchurchColombo
CHC - CMB
CHCCMB
Christchurch
Mon 19/1
18:20-10:15
3 stops47h 25m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Mon 16/2
20:15-00:10
3 stops44h 25m
$2,338
ChristchurchColombo
CHC - CMB
CHCCMB
Christchurch
Mon 19/1
06:00-22:20
1 stop23h 50m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Sun 15/2
00:25-00:10
1 stop16h 15m
$2,569
ChristchurchColombo
CHC - CMB
CHCCMB
Christchurch
Mon 15/12
06:05-21:50
3 stops47h 15m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Sun 28/12
10:25-23:55
2 stops30h 00m
$2,619
ChristchurchColombo
CHC - CMB
CHCCMB
Christchurch
Fri 9/1
06:05-23:30
2 stops24h 55m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Thu 12/2
12:10-14:30
2 stops18h 50m
$2,832
ChristchurchColombo
CHC - CMB
CHCCMB
Christchurch
Sun 25/1
06:05-21:50
3 stops47h 15m
$803
ChristchurchColombo
CHC - CMB
CHCCMB
Christchurch
Sun 25/1
22:30-15:40
2 stops48h 40m
$835
ChristchurchColombo
CHC - CMB
CHCCMB
Christchurch
Sun 25/1
12:00-23:30
1 stop19h 00m
$1,237
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Christchurch to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Christchurch to Colombo. Price data was last updated on 14 November 2025.
The best time to book flights from Christchurch to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is 86 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Christchurch to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $1,200). Flying from Christchurch to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,312). 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 CHC to CMB?
Find hourly flight availability from Christchurch 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 November 2025.
Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 25% on flights from Christchurch to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport by exploring options for tickets in the evening.
What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Christchurch to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Share of one-stop return flights from Christchurch to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.
Singapore (SIN) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 79% of one-stop itineraries from Christchurch to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport on Cheapflights.
What’s the fastest stopover option from Christchurch to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Christchurch to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Singapore (SIN) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 19h 28m.
What’s the fastest stopover option from Christchurch to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Christchurch to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Singapore (SIN) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 19h 28m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Christchurch to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Christchurch to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Singapore (SIN) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 5h 57m.
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 November 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andAir New Zealand from Christchurch to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.
The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.
The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.
The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.
The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.
The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.
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What airport do you fly from for flights from Christchurch to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl?
Christchurch (CHC), located 9.5 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Christchurch to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl. 5 airlines have flights from Christchurch to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl on a regular basis. Booking flights from Christchurch to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl per day.
How long is the flight from Christchurch to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Emirates can get you from Christchurch to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in just under 47h 25m. Your travel time can differ by up to . The distance between Christchurch and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is about 10762 km.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Christchurch to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport round-trip?
Cheapflights users have booked flights from Christchurch to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport round-trip from $1,408. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Singapore Airlines, from $1,596, and Cathay Pacific, from $2,007. These flights start at 37% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Christchurch to Colombo?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Christchurch 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 Christchurch to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $1,200). Flying from Christchurch to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,312). 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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