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Cheap flights from New Zealand to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from $784

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 13/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — CMB
9 May — 16 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 9 April 2026.

Sun 2/819:30
AKL
-
CMB
2 stops31h 55m
Air China
Sat 29/822:15
CMB
-
AKL
2 stops59h 45m
Air China
Deal found 7/4$1,311
Sat 1/819:30
AKL
-
CMB
2 stops31h 55m
Air China
Tue 1/922:15
CMB
-
AKL
2 stops35h 45m
Air China
Deal found 5/4$1,372
Tue 24/1120:30
AKL
-
CMB
2 stops32h 05m
Air China
Wed 10/222:25
CMB
-
AKL
2 stops35h 30m
Air China
Deal found 7/4$1,413
Sun 8/1120:30
AKL
-
CMB
2 stops32h 05m
Air China
Fri 20/1122:25
CMB
-
AKL
2 stops35h 30m
Air China
Deal found 8/4$1,425
Mon 21/920:50
AKL
-
CMB
2 stops27h 30m
Jetstar
Tue 10/1119:50
CMB
-
AKL
2 stops19h 30m
Jetstar
Deal found 6/4$1,490
Thu 21/519:30
AKL
-
CMB
2 stops31h 55m
Air China
Thu 28/522:15
CMB
-
AKL
2 stops35h 45m
Air China
Deal found 6/4$1,509
Tue 2/619:30
AKL
-
CMB
2 stops31h 55m
Air China
Sun 14/622:15
CMB
-
AKL
2 stops35h 45m
Air China
Deal found 4/4$1,512
Sun 8/1120:30
AKL
-
CMB
2 stops32h 05m
Air China
Sun 22/1122:25
CMB
-
AKL
2 stops35h 30m
Air China
Deal found 8/4$1,519
Sat 7/1120:30
AKL
-
CMB
2 stops32h 05m
Air China
Fri 20/1122:25
CMB
-
AKL
2 stops35h 30m
Air China
Deal found 8/4$1,583
Mon 15/621:20
AKL
-
CMB
2 stops24h 50m
China Southern
Tue 30/622:15
CMB
-
AKL
2 stops34h 45m
China Southern
Deal found 5/4$1,626
Tue 2/612:40
AKL
-
CMB
3 stops39h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 14/622:55
CMB
-
AKL
3 stops41h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/4$1,639
Tue 19/512:40
AKL
-
CMB
3 stops39h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 26/522:55
CMB
-
AKL
3 stops32h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/4$1,644

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 9 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,311

One-way from

$784

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,847
Air China
  • Air China
  • 2/8-29/8
  • 4 total stops
  • 91h 40m total
  • New Zealand to Colombo
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13/5
  • 13/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 46h 10m total
  • New Zealand to Colombo
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($451 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($113 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 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 9 April 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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Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

AucklandColombo

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Sat 18/7

09:45-19:00

1 stop39h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 5/9

22:10-17:30

2 stops36h 50m

$1,816

ChristchurchColombo

CHC - CMB

CHCCMB

Christchurch

Wed 20/5

08:20-09:35

2 stops31h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 27/5

23:15-16:25

3 stops34h 40m

$1,837
Fastest return journey

ChristchurchColombo

CHC - CMB

CHCCMB

Christchurch

Fri 22/5

08:20-22:25

1 stop20h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 28/5

00:05-00:20

1 stop17h 45m

$1,852

ChristchurchColombo

CHC - CMB

CHCCMB

Christchurch

Mon 27/4

08:20-01:05

3 stops23h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 7/6

06:30-16:25

2 stops27h 25m

$1,924

ChristchurchColombo

CHC - CMB

CHCCMB

Christchurch

Tue 16/6

08:20-21:55

3 stops44h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 7/7

10:40-00:20

2 stops31h 10m

$1,936

AucklandColombo

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Fri 17/7

21:00-18:20

2 stops27h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 31/8

22:10-15:45

3 stops35h 05m

$1,945

ChristchurchColombo

CHC - CMB

CHCCMB

Christchurch

Sat 25/7

06:00-20:15

2 stops20h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 7/8

11:30-00:20

2 stops30h 20m

$1,981

ChristchurchColombo

CHC - CMB

CHCCMB

Christchurch

Sun 26/7

06:30-23:35

2 stops23h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 28/8

00:50-09:30

1 stop26h 10m

$1,993

AucklandColombo

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Fri 17/7

06:00-20:15

2 stops20h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 31/8

11:30-16:50

2 stops22h 50m

$2,043

AucklandColombo

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Tue 19/5

15:15-18:30

3 stops33h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 25/5

02:05-14:10

2 stops29h 35m

$2,139

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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 $886). Flying from New Zealand to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,765). 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 9 April 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
1,491 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

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
1,491 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,491 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

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
7.4
Good
305 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,491 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

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
146 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,491 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

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
1,491 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

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
1,491 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

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 20h 45m. Fly via China Eastern, Qantas Airways, or Emirates to get the fastest option. The distance from New Zealand to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is about 10762 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 $634. Malaysia Airlines flights start at $707 while deals on SriLankan Airlines start at $737 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 $886). Flying from New Zealand to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,765). 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 9 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$1,090Average$1,617FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,154Average$2,389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Air ChinaCheapest$1,169Average$1,681FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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China SouthernCheapest$1,222Average$1,476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$1,339Average$1,764FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$1,412Average$1,996FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Air IndiaCheapest$1,522Average$1,845FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,574Average$2,026FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,581Average$2,232FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,615Average$2,612FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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