Cheap flights from New Zealand to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from $780

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 10/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — CMB
16 Oct — 23 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheap flight deals from New Zealand to Colombo

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New Zealand to Colombo flight deals. Data was last updated 16 September 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,506

One-way from

$812

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,816
Malaysia Airlines
  • Malaysia Airlines
  • 29/10-4/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 25m total
  • New Zealand to Colombo
1/10
  • 1/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 58h 30m total
  • New Zealand to Colombo
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($443 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($98 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025

Find flight deals from New Zealand to Colombo

Cheapest flights from New Zealand to Colombo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Zealand to Colombo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 September 2025.

Wed 29/1013:45AKL - CMB
1 stop17h 20mMalaysia Airlines
Tue 4/1100:40CMB - AKL
1 stop28h 05mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 14/9$1,506
Wed 29/1017:20CHC - CMB
2 stops33h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/1120:20CMB - CHC
2 stops42h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/9$1,522
Wed 29/1022:00AKL - CMB
1 stop28h 30mChina Eastern
Wed 5/1120:20CMB - AKL
1 stop36h 45mChina Eastern
Deal found 14/9$1,536
Fri 31/1013:15AKL - CMB
1 stop17h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/1100:05CMB - AKL
1 stop16h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9$1,548
Fri 3/1022:00AKL - CMB
1 stop28h 30mChina Eastern
Fri 17/1020:30CMB - AKL
1 stop36h 45mChina Eastern
Deal found 15/9$1,561
Sat 11/1006:10AKL - CMB
1 stop24h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 25/1000:05CMB - AKL
1 stop16h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9$1,596
Sun 2/1122:45AKL - CMB
2 stops27h 05mChina Eastern
Mon 15/1220:20CMB - AKL
1 stop36h 45mChina Eastern
Deal found 16/9$1,603
Wed 29/1006:15AKL - CMB
3 stops47h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/1110:25CMB - AKL
3 stops30h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/9$1,616
Fri 10/1007:30AKL - CMB
1 stop22h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 23/1000:20CMB - AKL
1 stop16h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/9$1,618
Wed 17/921:45AKL - CMB
2 stops53h 55mChina Eastern
Fri 10/1022:10CMB - AKL
2 stops35h 05mChina Eastern
Deal found 14/9$1,625
Thu 20/1113:45AKL - CMB
1 stop17h 20mMalaysia Airlines
Sat 29/1100:40CMB - AKL
1 stop28h 05mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 15/9$1,640
Tue 18/1106:05CHC - CMB
1 stop23h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 15/1200:05CMB - CHC
1 stop16h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/9$1,910

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Fly from

New Zealand

Fly to

Colombo

Route

Departure

Return

Price

ChristchurchColombo

CHC - CMB

CHCCMB

Christchurch

Wed 29/10

17:20-19:00

2 stops33h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 5/11

20:20-22:20

2 stops42h 30m

$1,522

AucklandColombo

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Thu 20/11

13:45-23:35

1 stop17h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 29/11

00:40-12:15

1 stop28h 05m

$1,687

AucklandColombo

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Thu 22/1

11:20-23:30

1 stop19h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 24/2

12:15-16:50

2 stops21h 05m

$1,764

AucklandColombo

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Sat 14/2

01:15-10:45

1 stop17h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 27/2

00:45-23:35

1 stop15h 20m

$1,823

AucklandColombo

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Tue 27/1

10:10-23:30

1 stop20h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 20/4

01:10-11:40

1 stop28h 00m

$1,890

AucklandColombo

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Tue 14/10

07:15-23:30

2 stops23h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 20/10

00:50-19:35

2 stops35h 15m

$1,900

AucklandColombo

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Sun 15/2

06:50-23:30

2 stops24h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 27/2

00:45-13:25

1 stop29h 10m

$1,935

AucklandColombo

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Thu 20/11

19:15-23:30

2 stops35h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 29/11

00:45-13:25

1 stop29h 10m

$1,968

AucklandColombo

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Mon 23/2

19:15-23:30

2 stops35h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 4/3

00:45-13:25

1 stop29h 10m

$1,968

QueenstownColombo

ZQN - CMB

ZQNCMB

Queenstown Intl

Mon 3/11

20:50-22:00

3 stops32h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 30/11

10:25-15:20

3 stops45h 25m

$1,992

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $700). Flying from New Zealand to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,474). 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 NZ to CMB?

Find hourly flight availability from New Zealand 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 16 September 2025.

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

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 16 September 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Malaysia Airlines, andAir China from New Zealand to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from New Zealand to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    There are many flights that can get you from New Zealand to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in 17h 20m. Fly via Malaysia Airlines or Singapore Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance from New Zealand to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is about 10913 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Cathay Pacific, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $1,259. Emirates flights start at $1,444 while deals on Singapore Airlines start at $1,631 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from New Zealand to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $700). Flying from New Zealand to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,474). 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 New Zealand to Colombo

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from New Zealand to Colombo. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. Data last updated 16 September 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$1,055Average$1,490FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Air ChinaCheapest$1,166Average$1,686FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$1,325Average$1,799FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$1,336Average$1,851FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,337Average$1,990FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,499Average$2,241FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,609Average$2,047FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,861Average$2,438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$2,000Average$2,472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$2,118Average$2,661FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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