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Cheap flights from Wellington to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

WLG — CMB
30 Apr — 7 May1
1 adult
Tue 30/4
Tue 7/5

The best prices from Wellington to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl are usually found in August or February, booked 85 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Thursday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Wellington to Colombo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Wellington (WLG) to Colombo (CMB). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 25 April 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$2,281

Round-trip from

$1,617
High demand for flights, 28% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 21% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in April 2024
From Wellington to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

What is the cheapest day to fly return from Wellington to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Tuesday flights are generally found to be more expensive for flights from Wellington to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. This shouldn’t discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.

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

To save on the cost of your flight from Wellington to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, book at least 45 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 33% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $2,011 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $2,250.

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

August can be a great time to fly to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from Wellington with a flight ticket averaging about $2,115. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of August for as cheap as $1,477. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Wellington to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (WLG - CMB)?

It’s optimal to fly from Wellington to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 28% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

When is the best time to book a flight from Wellington to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Wellington to Colombo. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.
Booking 85 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Wellington to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Wellington to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Wellington to Colombo. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.
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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Wellington to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Monday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Colombo by month

Plan your trip from Wellington to Colombo by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Wellington to Colombo is currently $0 while a return flight costs $0. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wellington to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $960). Flying from Wellington to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,556). 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.

January

$1,772

February

$1,634

March

$1,617

April

$1,728

May

$1,668

June

$1,775

July

$1,804

August

$1,718

September

$1,794

October

$1,723

November

$1,833

December

$2,621

Temperature and rainfall in Colombo by month

Plan your trip to Colombo by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

CMB

Temperature

27 - 28 °C

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Wellington to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl?

    Located just 5.3 km from the city centre, Wellington is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl from Wellington. Booking flights from Wellington (WLG) to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl from 5 different airlines.

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

  • What does WLG to CMB mean?

    WLG stands for Wellington Airport, while CMB stands for Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Wellington to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Singapore?

    Sentosa, Universal Studios Singapore, and Geylang Serai New Market are currently the most popular points of interest in Singapore at the moment. Those on a stopover in Singapore interested in visiting Sentosa, Universal Studios Singapore, or Geylang Serai New Market can do so by traveling 21.6 km, 21.6 km, and 11.1 km, respectively from Singapore Changi.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Wellington to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights?

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

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Wellington 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 Wellington to Colombo with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Wellington to Colombo flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on Wellington to Colombo flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Wellington to Colombo?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Wellington to Colombo.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Wellington 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 Wellington to Colombo that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Wellington 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 Wellington to Colombo?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Wellington 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.

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