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Cheap flights from New Zealand to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from $708

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 8/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — CMB
6 Dec — 13 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 6 November 2025.

Thu 6/1122:00AKL - CMB
3 stops33h 10mChina Eastern
Fri 28/1120:20CMB - AKL
1 stop36h 45mChina Eastern
Deal found 4/11$1,555
Thu 20/1120:30AKL - CMB
2 stops32h 05mAir China
Thu 4/1222:25CMB - AKL
2 stops35h 30mAir China
Deal found 4/11$1,596
Wed 12/1122:00AKL - CMB
1 stop28h 30mChina Eastern
Wed 19/1120:20CMB - AKL
1 stop36h 45mChina Eastern
Deal found 5/11$1,608
Wed 5/1122:00AKL - CMB
2 stops57h 10mChina Eastern
Wed 12/1120:20CMB - AKL
1 stop36h 45mChina Eastern
Deal found 4/11$1,645
Sat 15/1107:00AKL - CMB
1 stop23h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 21/1100:05CMB - AKL
1 stop15h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/11$1,663
Thu 6/1106:10AKL - CMB
1 stop23h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 27/1100:05CMB - AKL
1 stop16h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/11$1,707
Fri 21/1122:20AKL - CMB
2 stops31h 10mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/1203:15CMB - AKL
2 stops31h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11$1,783
Wed 31/1222:10AKL - CMB
2 stops25h 00mChina Southern
Sat 31/122:15CMB - AKL
2 stops48h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 3/11$1,801
Sat 15/1107:00AKL - CMB
1 stop23h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/1200:25CMB - AKL
1 stop21h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11$1,806
Wed 12/1113:25AKL - CMB
1 stop16h 25mSriLankan Airlines
Tue 18/1100:25CMB - AKL
1 stop16h 10mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 5/11$1,808
Tue 18/1106:05CHC - CMB
1 stop24h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 15/1200:05CMB - CHC
1 stop16h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11$1,932
Mon 10/1106:05CHC - CMB
3 stops34h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 20/1122:50CMB - CHC
3 stops41h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11$1,988

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 6 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,550

One-way from

$708

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,817
Air China
  • Air China
  • 17/2-1/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 67h 35m total
  • New Zealand to Colombo
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8/3
  • 8/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 22h 35m total
  • New Zealand to Colombo
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($485 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($110 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Customise your flight search to find flights from New Zealand 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 6 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Zealand to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport that are best for you.

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AucklandColombo

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Thu 20/11

20:30-21:05

2 stops32h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 4/12

22:25-17:25

2 stops35h 30m

$1,596

AucklandColombo

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Tue 17/3

13:45-23:35

1 stop17h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 20/3

00:40-23:55

1 stop15h 45m

$1,606

AucklandColombo

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Tue 17/3

22:00-23:40

2 stops57h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 21/3

20:20-16:35

1 stop36h 45m

$1,680

ChristchurchColombo

CHC - CMB

CHCCMB

Christchurch

Thu 19/2

06:10-23:30

2 stops24h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 6/3

00:45-10:40

1 stop26h 25m

$1,735

AucklandColombo

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Mon 23/2

11:10-23:30

2 stops19h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 5/3

12:15-16:50

2 stops21h 05m

$1,776

AucklandColombo

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Thu 22/1

09:00-23:30

2 stops22h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 24/2

12:15-15:10

2 stops19h 25m

$1,854

AucklandColombo

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Tue 5/5

09:00-23:35

2 stops21h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 20/5

00:50-08:25

1 stop25h 05m

$1,918

ChristchurchColombo

CHC - CMB

CHCCMB

Christchurch

Mon 24/11

06:05-18:25

3 stops43h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 24/12

20:15-14:00

3 stops34h 15m

$2,236

ChristchurchColombo

CHC - CMB

CHCCMB

Christchurch

Mon 24/11

09:15-22:20

1 stop20h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 13/12

00:05-23:55

1 stop16h 20m

$2,245

ChristchurchColombo

CHC - CMB

CHCCMB

Christchurch

Mon 19/1

06:10-23:30

2 stops24h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 15/2

00:45-00:40

2 stops40h 25m

$2,289

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Best time to book a flight from New Zealand to Colombo

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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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $1,120). Flying from New Zealand to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,778). 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 6 November 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from New Zealand to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 11% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

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

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

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

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 6 November 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Malaysia Airlines, andChina Eastern 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.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,393 reviews
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Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,393 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,393 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
279 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,393 reviews
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Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
174 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,393 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.
Air China
7.1
Good
122 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,393 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.
SriLankan Airlines
6.9
Okay
76 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,393 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Zealand to Colombo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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 Air China, Malaysia Airlines, or China Eastern 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 most popular routes from New Zealand to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Most travellers choose Auckland Intl - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl, Christchurch - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl or Queenstown Intl - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl when deciding on the best route 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.

  • How can I find direct flights from New Zealand to Colombo?

    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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $1,120). Flying from New Zealand to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,778). 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 6 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$1,114Average$1,624FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Air ChinaCheapest$1,206Average$1,754FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$1,397Average$1,873FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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China SouthernCheapest$1,404Average$1,522FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,411Average$2,110FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$1,438Average$1,922FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,600Average$2,247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,702Average$2,169FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,963Average$2,613FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$2,110Average$2,625FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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