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Cheap flights from New Zealand to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from $611

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 2/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — CMB
5 Jul — 12 Jul1
1 adult

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 30 June 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,350

One-way from

$683

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,766
23/8-30/8
  • 23/8-30/8
  • 4 total stops
  • 58h 00m total
  • New Zealand to Colombo
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16/7
  • 16/7
  • 3 total stops
  • 32h 40m total
  • New Zealand to Colombo
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($395 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($94 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 30 June 2025.

Sat 23/807:30AKL - CMB
2 stops32h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 30/810:40CMB - AKL
2 stops25h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/6$1,350
Tue 11/1122:00AKL - CMB
1 stop28h 30mChina Eastern
Thu 11/1220:20CMB - AKL
1 stop36h 45mChina Eastern
Deal found 29/6$1,378
Mon 10/1113:50AKL - CMB
1 stop17h 15mMalaysia Airlines
Sun 23/1100:40CMB - AKL
1 stop15h 45mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 28/6$1,509
Fri 1/806:00CHC - CMB
1 stop23h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 30/800:20CMB - CHC
1 stop17h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/6$1,548
Thu 24/719:30AKL - CMB
2 stops31h 55mAir China
Fri 8/822:15CMB - AKL
2 stops36h 45mAir China
Deal found 28/6$1,563
Mon 24/1114:20CHC - CMB
1 stop40h 40mCathay Pacific
Tue 23/1200:45CMB - CHC
1 stop29h 05mCathay Pacific
Deal found 29/6$1,869
Fri 1/806:10CHC - CMB
2 stops55h 40mAir India
Sun 31/817:05CMB - CHC
2 stops38h 50mAir India
Deal found 28/6$1,910
Wed 27/814:25ZQN - CMB
2 stops47h 25mAir India
Sun 31/817:05CMB - ZQN
2 stops37h 55mAir India
Deal found 29/6$1,946
Wed 27/814:25ZQN - CMB
2 stops39h 40mSingapore Airlines
Sat 30/800:50CMB - ZQN
2 stops31h 05mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 28/6$2,029
Tue 18/1106:00CHC - CMB
2 stops25h 00mSingapore Airlines
Mon 15/1200:45CMB - CHC
1 stop15h 25mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 30/6$2,139
Mon 24/1115:45CHC - CMB
3 stops34h 10mEmirates
Tue 23/1202:45CMB - CHC
2 stops27h 45mEmirates
Deal found 29/6$2,161
Sat 26/720:10CHC - CMB
2 stops33h 55mAir New Zealand
Tue 29/700:50CMB - CHC
2 stops36h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 29/6$2,240

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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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New Zealand

Fly to

Colombo

Route

Departure

Return

Price

AucklandColombo

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Sat 23/8

07:30-09:40

2 stops32h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 30/8

10:40-18:30

2 stops25h 20m

$1,350

AucklandColombo

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Tue 11/11

22:00-19:00

1 stop28h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 11/12

20:20-16:35

1 stop36h 45m

$1,378

AucklandColombo

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Mon 10/11

13:50-23:35

1 stop17h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 23/11

00:40-23:55

1 stop15h 45m

$1,509

ChristchurchColombo

CHC - CMB

CHCCMB

Christchurch

Fri 1/8

06:00-22:55

1 stop23h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 30/8

00:20-23:59

1 stop17h 09m

$1,548

AucklandColombo

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Thu 24/7

19:30-20:55

2 stops31h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 8/8

22:15-17:30

2 stops36h 45m

$1,563

ChristchurchColombo

CHC - CMB

CHCCMB

Christchurch

Mon 24/11

14:20-23:30

1 stop40h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 23/12

00:45-13:20

1 stop29h 05m

$1,869

ChristchurchColombo

CHC - CMB

CHCCMB

Christchurch

Fri 1/8

06:10-07:20

2 stops55h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 31/8

17:05-14:25

2 stops38h 50m

$1,910

QueenstownColombo

ZQN - CMB

ZQNCMB

Queenstown Intl

Wed 27/8

14:25-07:20

2 stops47h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 31/8

17:05-13:30

2 stops37h 55m

$1,946

QueenstownColombo

ZQN - CMB

ZQNCMB

Queenstown Intl

Wed 27/8

14:25-23:35

2 stops39h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 30/8

00:50-14:25

2 stops31h 05m

$2,029

ChristchurchColombo

CHC - CMB

CHCCMB

Christchurch

Tue 18/11

06:10-23:30

2 stops24h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 15/12

00:45-23:05

2 stops38h 50m

$2,139

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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 $1,455). 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 30 June 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 30 June 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andAir New Zealand 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,285 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Hemshika,Jun 2025

DXB - LGW

It was not good. As soon as we entered the plane, 2 girls in front of us bend their seats down completely and startes sleeping within the next 2 minutes. I asked one of the air hostess to ask the girls to make them sit straight because we just entered the plane and we wanted to sit properly put our seat belts etc. The air hostess replied to me in the EK 009 plane that it's her right she can bend it but when we take off, she will have to straighten her seat. She never did because the air hostess never told her. The girls left their seats bent down and I had to intervene to ask them to straighten their seats because we had to eat. The girls kept telling us to please eat fast so they can bend down. What rubbish is this. Pressure to eat for their comfort and our discomfort.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,285 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,285 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Hemshika,Jun 2025

DXB - LGW

It was not good. As soon as we entered the plane, 2 girls in front of us bend their seats down completely and startes sleeping within the next 2 minutes. I asked one of the air hostess to ask the girls to make them sit straight because we just entered the plane and we wanted to sit properly put our seat belts etc. The air hostess replied to me in the EK 009 plane that it's her right she can bend it but when we take off, she will have to straighten her seat. She never did because the air hostess never told her. The girls left their seats bent down and I had to intervene to ask them to straighten their seats because we had to eat. The girls kept telling us to please eat fast so they can bend down. What rubbish is this. Pressure to eat for their comfort and our discomfort.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,319 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,285 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Hemshika,Jun 2025

DXB - LGW

It was not good. As soon as we entered the plane, 2 girls in front of us bend their seats down completely and startes sleeping within the next 2 minutes. I asked one of the air hostess to ask the girls to make them sit straight because we just entered the plane and we wanted to sit properly put our seat belts etc. The air hostess replied to me in the EK 009 plane that it's her right she can bend it but when we take off, she will have to straighten her seat. She never did because the air hostess never told her. The girls left their seats bent down and I had to intervene to ask them to straighten their seats because we had to eat. The girls kept telling us to please eat fast so they can bend down. What rubbish is this. Pressure to eat for their comfort and our discomfort.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
486 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,285 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Hemshika,Jun 2025

DXB - LGW

It was not good. As soon as we entered the plane, 2 girls in front of us bend their seats down completely and startes sleeping within the next 2 minutes. I asked one of the air hostess to ask the girls to make them sit straight because we just entered the plane and we wanted to sit properly put our seat belts etc. The air hostess replied to me in the EK 009 plane that it's her right she can bend it but when we take off, she will have to straighten her seat. She never did because the air hostess never told her. The girls left their seats bent down and I had to intervene to ask them to straighten their seats because we had to eat. The girls kept telling us to please eat fast so they can bend down. What rubbish is this. Pressure to eat for their comfort and our discomfort.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
921 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,285 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Hemshika,Jun 2025

DXB - LGW

It was not good. As soon as we entered the plane, 2 girls in front of us bend their seats down completely and startes sleeping within the next 2 minutes. I asked one of the air hostess to ask the girls to make them sit straight because we just entered the plane and we wanted to sit properly put our seat belts etc. The air hostess replied to me in the EK 009 plane that it's her right she can bend it but when we take off, she will have to straighten her seat. She never did because the air hostess never told her. The girls left their seats bent down and I had to intervene to ask them to straighten their seats because we had to eat. The girls kept telling us to please eat fast so they can bend down. What rubbish is this. Pressure to eat for their comfort and our discomfort.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
867 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,285 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Hemshika,Jun 2025

DXB - LGW

It was not good. As soon as we entered the plane, 2 girls in front of us bend their seats down completely and startes sleeping within the next 2 minutes. I asked one of the air hostess to ask the girls to make them sit straight because we just entered the plane and we wanted to sit properly put our seat belts etc. The air hostess replied to me in the EK 009 plane that it's her right she can bend it but when we take off, she will have to straighten her seat. She never did because the air hostess never told her. The girls left their seats bent down and I had to intervene to ask them to straighten their seats because we had to eat. The girls kept telling us to please eat fast so they can bend down. What rubbish is this. Pressure to eat for their comfort and our discomfort.

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  • 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 $796. Malaysia Airlines flights start at $827 while deals on Cathay Pacific start at $926 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 Queenstown Intl - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl when deciding on the best route from New Zealand to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.

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    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.

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    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 $1,455). 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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China EasternCheapest$1,041Average$1,391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,317Average$1,943FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,466Average$1,737FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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