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Cheap flights from Christchurch to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from $1,622

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 17/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CHC — CMB
30 Apr — 7 May1
1 adult
Tue 30/4
Tue 7/5

The best prices from Christchurch to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl are usually found in October or September, booked 69 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Monday

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 25 April 2024.

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

Thursday is generally a great day to depart. Flying on this day could help you save up to 11%.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Christchurch to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Find a great deal and save up to 4% by booking at least 23 days prior to your desired departure date, rather than waiting until the week of travel. According to our data, there are a number of flights available from Christchurch to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at $1,754.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Christchurch to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

October is one of the best times of the year to fly to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from Christchurch. Prices for October average $2,058 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $1,479. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December. Opting for a October flight can save you 38% on your journey compared to booking in December

When is the cheapest time to fly from Christchurch to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (CHC - CMB)?

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 19% on flights from Christchurch to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

Cheap Emirates flights from Christchurch to Colombo

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Emirates for the route between Christchurch and Colombo. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 124,126 searches. Data last updated 25 April 2024.
Find some of the cheapest Emirates flights travelling from Christchurch to Colombo. Make sure to check back often as deals are often changing.
Mon 27/515:50CHC - CMB
2 stops36h 50mEmirates
Thu 30/520:35CMB - CHC
3 stops44h 50mEmirates
Deal found 23/4$2,281
Mon 27/515:50CHC - CMB
2 stops39h 45mEmirates
Thu 30/520:35CMB - CHC
3 stops44h 50mEmirates
Deal found 22/4$2,338
Mon 27/517:45CHC - CMB
3 stops31h 15mEmirates
Wed 29/503:05CMB - CHC
2 stops38h 45mEmirates
Deal found 22/4$2,432
Mon 27/517:45CHC - CMB
3 stops31h 15mEmirates
Thu 30/520:35CMB - CHC
3 stops44h 50mEmirates
Deal found 23/4$2,437
Mon 17/615:50CHC - CMB
3 stops57h 10mEmirates
Sun 14/710:05CMB - CHC
2 stops31h 20mEmirates
Deal found 24/4$2,564
Mon 17/615:50CHC - CMB
3 stops57h 10mEmirates
Sat 13/703:05CMB - CHC
2 stops38h 20mEmirates
Deal found 24/4$2,569
Mon 17/615:50CHC - CMB
3 stops57h 10mEmirates
Sun 14/710:05CMB - CHC
3 stops46h 15mEmirates
Deal found 24/4$2,687

Cheap Etihad Airways flights from Christchurch to Colombo

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Etihad Airways for the route between Christchurch and Colombo. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 124,126 searches. Data last updated 25 April 2024.
Some of the lowest-priced Etihad Airways flights we've found at this time heading from Christchurch to Colombo. If these deals don't fit your criteria, make sure to check back soon as new deals are always added.
Mon 27/506:35CHC - CMB
2 stops56h 20mEtihad Airways
Thu 30/504:30CMB - CHC
2 stops37h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 22/4$2,107
Mon 27/506:35CHC - CMB
2 stops56h 20mEtihad Airways
Thu 30/504:30CMB - CHC
2 stops37h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 23/4$2,111

Cheap Christchurch to Colombo flights in April & May 2024

Find cheap flight options from Christchurch to Colombo specifically for the months of April and May 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 124,126 searches. Prices were last updated on 25 April 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Colombo in 2024 at this time. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Mon 27/506:35CHC - CMB
2 stops56h 20mEtihad Airways
Thu 30/504:30CMB - CHC
2 stops37h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 22/4$2,107
Mon 27/506:35CHC - CMB
2 stops56h 20mEtihad Airways
Thu 30/504:30CMB - CHC
2 stops37h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 23/4$2,111
Mon 27/506:10CHC - CMB
2 stops47h 55mSingapore Airlines
Wed 29/500:50CMB - CHC
2 stops41h 00mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 22/4$2,266
Mon 27/506:10CHC - CMB
2 stops47h 55mSingapore Airlines
Wed 29/500:50CMB - CHC
2 stops41h 00mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 23/4$2,269
Mon 27/515:50CHC - CMB
2 stops36h 50mEmirates
Thu 30/520:35CMB - CHC
3 stops44h 50mEmirates
Deal found 23/4$2,281
Mon 27/515:50CHC - CMB
2 stops39h 45mEmirates
Thu 30/520:35CMB - CHC
3 stops44h 50mEmirates
Deal found 22/4$2,338
Mon 27/517:45CHC - CMB
3 stops31h 15mEmirates
Wed 29/503:05CMB - CHC
2 stops38h 45mEmirates
Deal found 22/4$2,432
Mon 27/517:45CHC - CMB
3 stops31h 15mEmirates
Thu 30/520:35CMB - CHC
3 stops44h 50mEmirates
Deal found 23/4$2,437
Mon 27/520:10CHC - CMB
2 stops33h 55mAir New Zealand
Wed 29/500:50CMB - CHC
1 stop26h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 22/4$3,959

Christchurch to Colombo 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Christchurch and Colombo in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 124,126 searches. Data last updated 25 April 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Colombo in 2024 at this time. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Mon 17/606:25CHC - CMB
1 stop22h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 13/700:20CMB - CHC
1 stop17h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4$1,622
Mon 17/606:25CHC - CMB
1 stop22h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 14/722:55CMB - CHC
2 stops42h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4$1,826
Mon 27/506:35CHC - CMB
2 stops56h 20mEtihad Airways
Thu 30/504:30CMB - CHC
2 stops37h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 22/4$2,107
Mon 27/506:35CHC - CMB
2 stops56h 20mEtihad Airways
Thu 30/504:30CMB - CHC
2 stops37h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 23/4$2,111
Mon 17/606:05CHC - CMB
2 stops34h 00mQantas Airways
Sat 13/701:10CMB - CHC
2 stops40h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 24/4$2,133
Mon 17/606:05CHC - CMB
2 stops46h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 13/700:20CMB - CHC
1 stop17h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4$2,141
Mon 27/506:10CHC - CMB
2 stops47h 55mSingapore Airlines
Wed 29/500:50CMB - CHC
2 stops41h 00mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 22/4$2,266
Mon 27/506:10CHC - CMB
2 stops47h 55mSingapore Airlines
Wed 29/500:50CMB - CHC
2 stops41h 00mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 23/4$2,269
Mon 27/515:50CHC - CMB
2 stops36h 50mEmirates
Thu 30/520:35CMB - CHC
3 stops44h 50mEmirates
Deal found 23/4$2,281

Find flights from Christchurch to Colombo within your budget

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 124,126 searches. Data last updated 25 April 2024.

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ChristchurchColombo Bandaranaike Intl

CHC - CMB

CHCCMB

Christchurch

Mon 17/6

1 stop22h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 13/7

1 stop17h 05m

$1,622

ChristchurchColombo Bandaranaike Intl

CHC - CMB

CHCCMB

Christchurch

Mon 17/6

1 stop22h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 14/7

2 stops42h 40m

$1,826

ChristchurchColombo Bandaranaike Intl

CHC - CMB

CHCCMB

Christchurch

Mon 27/5

2 stops56h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 30/5

2 stops37h 20m

$2,107

ChristchurchColombo Bandaranaike Intl

CHC - CMB

CHCCMB

Christchurch

Mon 27/5

2 stops56h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 30/5

2 stops37h 20m

$2,111

ChristchurchColombo Bandaranaike Intl

CHC - CMB

CHCCMB

Christchurch

Mon 17/6

2 stops34h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 13/7

2 stops40h 15m

$2,133

ChristchurchColombo Bandaranaike Intl

CHC - CMB

CHCCMB

Christchurch

Mon 27/5

2 stops47h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 29/5

2 stops41h 00m

$2,266

ChristchurchColombo Bandaranaike Intl

CHC - CMB

CHCCMB

Christchurch

Mon 27/5

2 stops47h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 29/5

2 stops41h 00m

$2,269

ChristchurchColombo Bandaranaike Intl

CHC - CMB

CHCCMB

Christchurch

Mon 27/5

2 stops36h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 30/5

3 stops44h 50m

$2,281

ChristchurchColombo Bandaranaike Intl

CHC - CMB

CHCCMB

Christchurch

Mon 27/5

2 stops33h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 29/5

1 stop26h 10m

$3,959

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When is the best time to 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 28 January 2024.
The best time to book flights from Christchurch to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is 69 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.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Christchurch to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Christchurch to Colombo. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.
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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Christchurch to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Colombo by month

Plan your trip from Christchurch to Colombo by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Christchurch to Colombo is currently $0 while a return flight costs $2,286. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $960). Flying from Christchurch to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,556). 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.

January

$1,772

February

$1,634

March

$1,617

April

$1,728

May

$1,668

June

$1,775

July

$1,804

August

$1,718

September

$1,794

October

$1,723

November

$1,833

December

$2,621

Temperature and rainfall in Colombo by month

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

CMB

Temperature

27 - 28 °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 25 April 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Christchurch to Colombo, see what other customers have to say about Emirates, Etihad Airways and Singapore Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
655 reviews
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Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.3

Food

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
655 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
655 reviews
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Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.3

Food

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

Singapore Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,481 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
655 reviews
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Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.3

Food

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
4,070 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
655 reviews
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Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.3

Food

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

Qantas Airways
7.7
Good
1,004 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
655 reviews
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Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.3

Food

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,393 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
655 reviews
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Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.3

Food

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

Related info for your journey

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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.

  • Can I find flights from Christchurch to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport for under $1,700 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Christchurch to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport for under $1,700. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $1,622, but on average you can expect to pay $2,683.

  • 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 $2,107. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Qantas Airways, from $2,133, and Singapore Airlines, from $2,266.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Christchurch to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Consider Emirates, Etihad Airways or Air New Zealand when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from Christchurch to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.

  • What does CHC to CMB mean?

    CHC stands for Christchurch Airport, while CMB stands for Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Christchurch to Colombo that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Christchurch to Colombo flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

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    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Christchurch to Colombo flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

  • 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Christchurch to Colombo that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Christchurch to Colombo offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Christchurch to Colombo?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Christchurch to Colombo flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Christchurch to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight deals updated?

    The Christchurch to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 24/4.

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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,280Average$1,779FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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