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Cheap flights from Christchurch to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from $1,256

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 28/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — CMB
27 Aug — 3 Sep1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Christchurch to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl are usually found in March or October, booked 17 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Sunday and return on a Thursday

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 22 August 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,554

One-way from

$1,256

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,924
3/10-18/10
  • 3/10-18/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 40h 14m total
  • Christchurch to Colombo
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28/12
  • 28/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 55h 40m total
  • Christchurch to Colombo
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($560 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($104 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 22 August 2025.

Fri 3/1006:10CHC - CMB
1 stop24h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 18/1000:20CMB - CHC
1 stop16h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/8$1,554
Tue 18/1106:00CHC - CMB
1 stop24h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/1200:25CMB - CHC
1 stop16h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/8$1,850
Mon 24/1114:20CHC - CMB
1 stop40h 40mCathay Pacific
Tue 23/1200:45CMB - CHC
1 stop29h 05mCathay Pacific
Deal found 21/8$2,023
Mon 24/1114:20CHC - CMB
1 stop40h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 23/1200:45CMB - CHC
2 stops26h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/8$2,051

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

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Christchurch

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Price

ChristchurchColombo

CHC - CMB

CHCCMB

Christchurch

Fri 3/10

06:10-22:45

1 stop24h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 18/10

00:20-23:59

1 stop16h 09m

$1,554

ChristchurchColombo

CHC - CMB

CHCCMB

Christchurch

Tue 18/11

06:00-22:45

1 stop24h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 1/12

00:25-00:10

1 stop16h 15m

$1,850

ChristchurchColombo

CHC - CMB

CHCCMB

Christchurch

Mon 24/11

14:20-23:30

1 stop40h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 23/12

00:45-13:20

1 stop29h 05m

$2,023

ChristchurchColombo

CHC - CMB

CHCCMB

Christchurch

Mon 24/11

14:20-23:30

1 stop40h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 23/12

00:45-10:25

2 stops26h 10m

$2,051

ChristchurchColombo

CHC - CMB

CHCCMB

Christchurch

Sun 28/12

09:15-09:25

3 stops55h 40m

$1,256

ChristchurchColombo

CHC - CMB

CHCCMB

Christchurch

Sun 28/12

06:05-08:20

2 stops57h 45m

$1,441

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Deals found on 21/8

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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 8 August 2025.

The best time to book flights from Christchurch to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is 17 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 $700). Flying from Christchurch to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,478). 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 22 August 2025.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 26% on flights from Christchurch to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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 22 August 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,318 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jun 2024

IAH - DXB

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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,318 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,318 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jun 2024

IAH - DXB

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.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,347 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,318 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jun 2024

IAH - DXB

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.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
504 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,318 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jun 2024

IAH - DXB

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.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
974 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,318 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jun 2024

IAH - DXB

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.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
898 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,318 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jun 2024

IAH - DXB

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.

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    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Christchurch to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport round-trip from $1,370. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Singapore Airlines, from $1,525, and Cathay Pacific, from $1,970. These flights start at 36% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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  • 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 $700). Flying from Christchurch to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,478). 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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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,370Average$2,004FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,525Average$1,966FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,970Average$2,006FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapest$2,062Average$2,508FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$2,170Average$2,751FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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