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Cheap flights from South Island to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from $1,622

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 17/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CHC — CMB
30 Apr — 7 May1
1 adult
Tue 30/4
Tue 7/5

How far in advance should I book a flight from South Island to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Travellers have found it’s best to book a flight 23 days in advance to save up to 4% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 23 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from South Island to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $1,754, or $2,309 for flights within the next 24 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from South Island to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

October can be a great time to fly to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from South Island with a flight ticket averaging about $2,058. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of October for as cheap as $1,479. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December.

When is the cheapest time to fly from South Island to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (EDG - CMB)?

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

Cheap Emirates flights from South Island to Colombo

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Emirates for the route between South Island and Colombo. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 122,454 searches. Data last updated 25 April 2024.
Take a peek at the cheapest Emirates flights we've detected travelling from South Island to Colombo. Deals update often to give you more flight options matching your criteria
Mon 27/515:50CHC - CMB
2 stops36h 50mEmirates
Thu 30/520:35CMB - CHC
3 stops44h 50mEmirates
Deal found 23/4$2,281
Mon 27/515:50CHC - CMB
2 stops39h 45mEmirates
Thu 30/520:35CMB - CHC
3 stops44h 50mEmirates
Deal found 22/4$2,338
Thu 9/514:05ZQN - CMB
2 stops41h 30mEmirates
Mon 13/520:35CMB - ZQN
3 stops36h 25mEmirates
Deal found 23/4$2,394
Thu 9/514:05ZQN - CMB
3 stops41h 30mEmirates
Mon 13/520:35CMB - ZQN
3 stops36h 25mEmirates
Deal found 23/4$2,405
Mon 27/517:45CHC - CMB
3 stops31h 15mEmirates
Wed 29/503:05CMB - CHC
2 stops38h 45mEmirates
Deal found 22/4$2,432
Mon 27/517:45CHC - CMB
3 stops31h 15mEmirates
Thu 30/520:35CMB - CHC
3 stops44h 50mEmirates
Deal found 23/4$2,437
Thu 9/514:05ZQN - CMB
2 stops38h 35mEmirates
Sun 12/502:05CMB - ZQN
2 stops34h 50mEmirates
Deal found 23/4$2,456
Thu 9/514:05ZQN - CMB
3 stops38h 35mEmirates
Sun 12/503:05CMB - ZQN
2 stops28h 55mEmirates
Deal found 23/4$2,468
Mon 17/615:50CHC - CMB
3 stops57h 10mEmirates
Sun 14/710:05CMB - CHC
2 stops31h 20mEmirates
Deal found 24/4$2,564

Cheap Etihad Airways flights from South Island to Colombo

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Etihad Airways for the route between South Island and Colombo. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 122,454 searches. Data last updated 25 April 2024.
Some of the best deals we've found on Etihad Airways flights travelling from South Island to Colombo. Ensure the flight price, dates, time, and airline match your criteria before you book.
Mon 27/506:35CHC - CMB
2 stops56h 20mEtihad Airways
Thu 30/504:30CMB - CHC
2 stops37h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 22/4$2,107
Mon 27/506:35CHC - CMB
2 stops56h 20mEtihad Airways
Thu 30/504:30CMB - CHC
2 stops37h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 23/4$2,111

Cheap South Island to Colombo flights in April & May 2024

Find cheap flight options from South Island to Colombo specifically for the months of April and May 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 122,454 searches. Prices were last updated on 25 April 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Colombo in 2024 at this time. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Mon 27/506:35CHC - CMB
2 stops56h 20mEtihad Airways
Thu 30/504:30CMB - CHC
2 stops37h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 23/4$2,111
Mon 27/506:35CHC - CMB
2 stops56h 20mEtihad Airways
Thu 30/504:30CMB - CHC
2 stops37h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 24/4$2,114
Mon 27/515:50CHC - CMB
3 stops57h 10mEmirates
Thu 30/510:05CMB - CHC
2 stops31h 20mEmirates
Deal found 24/4$2,222
Mon 27/506:10CHC - CMB
2 stops47h 55mSingapore Airlines
Wed 29/500:50CMB - CHC
2 stops41h 00mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 23/4$2,269
Mon 27/515:50CHC - CMB
2 stops36h 50mEmirates
Thu 30/520:35CMB - CHC
3 stops44h 50mEmirates
Deal found 23/4$2,281
Mon 27/515:50CHC - CMB
3 stops57h 10mEmirates
Thu 30/520:35CMB - CHC
3 stops44h 50mEmirates
Deal found 24/4$2,284
Thu 9/514:05ZQN - CMB
2 stops33h 00mEmirates
Mon 13/510:05CMB - ZQN
2 stops51h 05mEmirates
Deal found 24/4$2,338
Thu 9/514:05ZQN - CMB
2 stops38h 35mEmirates
Mon 13/517:35CMB - ZQN
2 stops39h 25mEmirates
Deal found 23/4$2,394
Thu 9/514:05ZQN - CMB
3 stops41h 30mEmirates
Mon 13/520:35CMB - ZQN
3 stops36h 25mEmirates
Deal found 23/4$2,405

South Island to Colombo 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between South Island and Colombo in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 122,454 searches. Data last updated 25 April 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Colombo in 2024 at this time. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Mon 17/606:25CHC - CMB
1 stop22h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 13/700:20CMB - CHC
1 stop17h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4$1,622
Mon 15/706:25CHC - CMB
1 stop22h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/800:25CMB - CHC
1 stop17h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4$1,644
Mon 15/706:25CHC - CMB
1 stop22h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/822:55CMB - CHC
2 stops42h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4$1,730
Mon 15/706:05CHC - CMB
2 stops21h 55mQantas Airways
Mon 12/807:50CMB - CHC
2 stops25h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 24/4$1,823
Mon 17/606:25CHC - CMB
1 stop22h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 14/722:55CMB - CHC
2 stops42h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4$1,826
Mon 15/706:05CHC - CMB
2 stops21h 55mQantas Airways
Sun 11/801:10CMB - CHC
2 stops40h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 24/4$1,876
Mon 15/706:25CHC - CMB
1 stop22h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/800:05CMB - CHC
2 stops41h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4$1,890
Mon 27/506:35CHC - CMB
2 stops56h 20mEtihad Airways
Thu 30/504:30CMB - CHC
2 stops37h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 23/4$2,111
Mon 27/506:35CHC - CMB
2 stops56h 20mEtihad Airways
Thu 30/504:30CMB - CHC
2 stops37h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 24/4$2,114

Find flights from South Island to Colombo within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from South Island 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 122,454 searches. Data last updated 25 April 2024.

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ChristchurchColombo Bandaranaike Intl

CHC - CMB

CHCCMB

Christchurch

Mon 17/6

1 stop22h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 13/7

1 stop17h 05m

$1,622

ChristchurchColombo Bandaranaike Intl

CHC - CMB

CHCCMB

Christchurch

Mon 17/6

1 stop22h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 14/7

2 stops42h 40m

$1,826

ChristchurchColombo Bandaranaike Intl

CHC - CMB

CHCCMB

Christchurch

Mon 27/5

2 stops56h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 30/5

2 stops37h 20m

$2,107

ChristchurchColombo Bandaranaike Intl

CHC - CMB

CHCCMB

Christchurch

Mon 27/5

2 stops56h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 30/5

2 stops37h 20m

$2,111

ChristchurchColombo Bandaranaike Intl

CHC - CMB

CHCCMB

Christchurch

Mon 17/6

2 stops34h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 13/7

2 stops40h 15m

$2,133

ChristchurchColombo Bandaranaike Intl

CHC - CMB

CHCCMB

Christchurch

Mon 27/5

2 stops47h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 29/5

2 stops41h 00m

$2,266

ChristchurchColombo Bandaranaike Intl

CHC - CMB

CHCCMB

Christchurch

Mon 27/5

2 stops47h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 29/5

2 stops41h 00m

$2,269

ChristchurchColombo Bandaranaike Intl

CHC - CMB

CHCCMB

Christchurch

Mon 27/5

2 stops36h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 30/5

3 stops44h 50m

$2,281

ChristchurchColombo Bandaranaike Intl

CHC - CMB

CHCCMB

Christchurch

Mon 27/5

2 stops33h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 29/5

1 stop26h 10m

$3,959

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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 25 April 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from South Island to Colombo, such as Emirates, Etihad Airways and Singapore Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
655 reviews
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Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
655 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
655 reviews
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Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

Singapore Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,481 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
655 reviews
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Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
4,068 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
655 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

Qantas Airways
7.7
Good
1,004 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
655 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,386 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
655 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from South Island to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport for under $1,700 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from South Island to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport for under $1,700. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $1,622, but on average you can expect to pay $2,296.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from South Island to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    The most popular airlines flying from South Island to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport are Emirates, Etihad Airways and Air New Zealand. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

  • What does CHC to CMB mean?

    CHC and CMB are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. CHC to CMB refers to a flight route from Christchurch Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. Queenstown Intl Airport (ZQN), Dunedin Airport (DUD), Nelson Airport (NSN), Blenheim Airport (BHE), Invercargill Airport (IVC) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Island to Colombo that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your South Island to Colombo flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from South Island to Colombo with specific airlines?

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  • Can I find deals for flights from South Island to Colombo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on South Island 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 South Island to Colombo.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Island to Colombo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Island 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Island to Colombo that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from South Island to Colombo offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from South Island to Colombo?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on South Island to Colombo flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the South Island to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight deals updated?

    The South Island to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 24/4.

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