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Cheap flights from New Zealand to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from $835

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 1/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — CMB
28 Apr — 5 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from New Zealand to Colombo

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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 29 March 2026.

Tue 18/819:30
AKL
-
CMB
2 stops31h 55m
Air China
Tue 1/922:15
CMB
-
AKL
2 stops35h 45m
Air China
Deal found 27/3$1,300
Tue 11/819:30
AKL
-
CMB
2 stops31h 55m
Air China
Sun 6/922:15
CMB
-
AKL
2 stops35h 45m
Air China
Deal found 28/3$1,307
Tue 18/819:30
AKL
-
CMB
2 stops31h 55m
Air China
Tue 8/922:15
CMB
-
AKL
2 stops35h 45m
Air China
Deal found 25/3$1,359
Thu 28/519:30
AKL
-
CMB
2 stops55h 55m
Air China
Thu 4/622:15
CMB
-
AKL
2 stops35h 45m
Air China
Deal found 25/3$1,380
Tue 24/1120:30
AKL
-
CMB
2 stops32h 05m
Air China
Sat 2/122:25
CMB
-
AKL
2 stops35h 40m
Air China
Deal found 27/3$1,404
Sat 15/819:30
AKL
-
CMB
2 stops31h 55m
Air China
Tue 8/922:15
CMB
-
AKL
2 stops35h 45m
Air China
Deal found 24/3$1,415
Sat 17/1020:30
AKL
-
CMB
2 stops31h 55m
Air China
Sun 1/1122:25
CMB
-
AKL
2 stops35h 30m
Air China
Deal found 27/3$1,430
Tue 12/519:30
AKL
-
CMB
2 stops55h 55m
Air China
Tue 26/522:15
CMB
-
AKL
2 stops35h 45m
Air China
Deal found 28/3$1,493
Thu 14/519:30
AKL
-
CMB
2 stops55h 55m
Air China
Tue 26/522:15
CMB
-
AKL
2 stops35h 45m
Air China
Deal found 25/3$1,512
Mon 10/800:25
AKL
-
CMB
1 stop29h 00m
Malaysia Airlines
Sun 6/911:20
CMB
-
AKL
1 stop17h 35m
Malaysia Airlines
Deal found 28/3$1,536
Fri 1/520:50
ZQN
-
CMB
2 stops31h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 14/503:45
CMB
-
ZQN
3 stops30h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/3$1,862
Thu 10/914:25
ZQN
-
CMB
2 stops32h 10m
Air India
Thu 17/908:00
CMB
-
ZQN
2 stops45h 50m
Air India
Deal found 26/3$1,900

Find 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 29 March 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,300

One-way from

$835

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,698
Air China
  • Air China
  • 18/8-1/9
  • 4 total stops
  • 67h 40m total
  • New Zealand to Colombo
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1/5
  • 1/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 40m total
  • New Zealand to Colombo
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($417 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($109 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
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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 29 March 2026.
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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Departure

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Price

Cheapest return flight

AucklandColombo

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Sun 17/5

13:00-22:55

1 stop16h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 30/5

00:05-11:25

1 stop28h 50m

$1,747
Fastest return journey

AucklandColombo

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Thu 16/7

00:25-10:05

1 stop16h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 30/8

00:05-22:50

1 stop16h 15m

$1,771

AucklandColombo

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Sat 8/8

06:00-10:05

2 stops34h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 28/8

00:05-22:50

1 stop16h 15m

$1,870

QueenstownColombo

ZQN - CMB

ZQNCMB

Queenstown Intl

Thu 10/9

14:25-16:05

2 stops32h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 17/9

08:00-12:20

2 stops45h 50m

$1,900

AucklandColombo

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Wed 10/6

21:00-21:10

3 stops30h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 14/6

20:30-15:45

1 stop36h 45m

$1,956

AucklandColombo

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Thu 30/4

21:00-18:20

2 stops51h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 22/5

20:30-15:45

1 stop36h 45m

$2,105

AucklandColombo

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Tue 15/9

21:00-19:00

1 stop28h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 15/10

22:10-09:40

2 stops28h 00m

$2,117

AucklandColombo

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Sun 26/4

21:00-19:00

1 stop28h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 23/5

22:10-17:30

3 stops36h 50m

$2,145

AucklandColombo

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Tue 5/5

06:00-20:15

2 stops20h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 21/5

11:30-22:55

2 stops28h 55m

$2,185

AucklandColombo

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Thu 13/8

06:00-20:15

2 stops20h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 29/8

11:30-16:50

2 stops22h 50m

$2,187

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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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $842). Flying from New Zealand to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,782). 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.

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 29 March 2026.
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.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,484 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,484 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,484 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
298 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,484 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Air China
7.3
Good
144 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,484 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
200 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,484 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
SriLankan Airlines
6.8
Okay
82 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,484 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.

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 16h 25m. Fly via Malaysia Airlines, Air India, or Qantas Airways 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 China Eastern, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $643. Malaysia Airlines flights start at $722 while deals on SriLankan Airlines start at $753 one-way.

  • 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 Hamilton - 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $842). Flying from New Zealand to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,782). 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 29 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$1,106Average$1,633FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,169Average$2,431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Air ChinaCheapest$1,188Average$1,721FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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China SouthernCheapest$1,239Average$1,496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$1,364Average$1,809FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$1,404Average$1,978FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Air IndiaCheapest$1,542Average$1,870FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,599Average$2,063FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,602Average$2,250FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,637Average$2,655FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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