Cheap flights from New Zealand to Sri Lanka from $780

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 10/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — CMB
16 Oct — 23 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheap flight deals from New Zealand to Sri Lanka

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New Zealand to Sri Lanka flight deals. Data was last updated 16 September 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,506

One-way from

$790

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,816
Malaysia Airlines
  • Malaysia Airlines
  • 29/10-4/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 25m total
  • New Zealand to Sri Lanka
14/2
  • 14/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 40h 45m total
  • New Zealand to Sri Lanka
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($443 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($98 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025

Find flight deals from New Zealand to Sri Lanka

Cheapest flights from New Zealand to Sri Lanka
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Zealand to Sri Lanka. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 September 2025.

Wed 15/1006:15AKL - CMB
2 stops23h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 22/1022:55CMB - AKL
2 stops29h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/9$1,484
Wed 29/1013:45AKL - CMB
1 stop17h 20mMalaysia Airlines
Tue 4/1100:40CMB - AKL
1 stop28h 05mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 14/9$1,506
Fri 7/1113:25AKL - CMB
1 stop16h 25mSriLankan Airlines
Thu 13/1100:25CMB - AKL
1 stop16h 10mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 13/9$1,521
Wed 29/1017:20CHC - CMB
2 stops33h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/1120:20CMB - CHC
2 stops42h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/9$1,522
Wed 29/1022:00AKL - CMB
1 stop28h 30mChina Eastern
Wed 5/1120:20CMB - AKL
1 stop36h 45mChina Eastern
Deal found 14/9$1,536
Fri 3/1022:00AKL - CMB
1 stop28h 30mChina Eastern
Fri 17/1020:30CMB - AKL
1 stop36h 45mChina Eastern
Deal found 15/9$1,561
Wed 15/1022:00AKL - CMB
1 stop28h 30mChina Eastern
Wed 22/1022:10CMB - AKL
2 stops28h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 13/9$1,588
Tue 11/1106:10CHC - CMB
2 stops34h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 27/1110:25CMB - CHC
2 stops29h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/9$1,590
Sun 2/1122:45AKL - CMB
2 stops27h 05mChina Eastern
Mon 15/1220:20CMB - AKL
1 stop36h 45mChina Eastern
Deal found 13/9$1,601
Fri 7/1106:45AKL - CMB
2 stops22h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 14/1110:25CMB - AKL
2 stops30h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/9$1,615
Wed 29/1006:15AKL - CMB
3 stops47h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/1110:25CMB - AKL
3 stops30h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/9$1,616
Fri 10/1007:30AKL - CMB
1 stop22h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 23/1000:20CMB - AKL
1 stop16h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/9$1,618

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Route

Departure

Return

Price

ChristchurchColombo

CHC - CMB

CHCCMB

Christchurch

Wed 29/10

17:20-19:00

2 stops33h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 5/11

20:20-22:20

2 stops42h 30m

$1,522

ChristchurchColombo

CHC - CMB

CHCCMB

Christchurch

Tue 11/11

06:00-22:20

1 stop23h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 26/11

00:25-00:10

1 stop16h 15m

$1,658

AucklandColombo

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Thu 20/11

13:45-23:35

1 stop17h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 29/11

00:40-12:15

1 stop28h 05m

$1,687

AucklandColombo

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Thu 22/1

11:20-23:30

1 stop19h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 24/2

12:15-16:50

2 stops21h 05m

$1,764

AucklandColombo

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Sat 14/2

01:15-10:45

1 stop17h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 27/2

00:45-23:35

1 stop15h 20m

$1,823

AucklandColombo

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Tue 27/1

10:10-23:30

1 stop20h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 20/4

01:10-11:40

1 stop28h 00m

$1,890

AucklandColombo

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Tue 14/10

07:15-23:30

2 stops23h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 20/10

00:50-19:35

2 stops35h 15m

$1,900

AucklandColombo

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Sun 15/2

06:50-23:30

2 stops24h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 27/2

00:45-13:25

1 stop29h 10m

$1,935

AucklandColombo

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Thu 20/11

19:15-23:30

2 stops35h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 29/11

00:45-13:25

1 stop29h 10m

$1,968

AucklandColombo

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Mon 23/2

19:15-23:30

2 stops35h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 4/3

00:45-13:25

1 stop29h 10m

$1,968

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Zealand to Sri Lanka?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Sri Lanka (average of $700). Flying from New Zealand to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,474). 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 LK?

Find hourly flight availability from New Zealand to Sri Lanka. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 16 September 2025.

When flying from New Zealand to Sri Lanka, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Reviews of airlines servicing Sri Lanka

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sri Lanka. 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 Sri Lanka. Reviews last updated 16 September 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines, Malaysia Airlines, andChina Eastern from New Zealand to Sri Lanka by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from New Zealand to Sri Lanka?

    There are many flights that can get you from New Zealand to Sri Lanka in 17h 20m. Fly via Malaysia Airlines or Singapore Airlines to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 10913 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New Zealand to Sri Lanka one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $1,259 on Cathay Pacific. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Emirates from $1,444 and Singapore Airlines from $1,631 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New Zealand to Sri Lanka that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on New Zealand to Sri Lanka flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from New Zealand to Sri Lanka?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New Zealand to Sri Lanka.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New Zealand to Sri Lanka?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Zealand to Sri Lanka 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 Sri Lanka?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Sri Lanka (average of $700). Flying from New Zealand to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,474). 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 Sri Lanka

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from New Zealand to Sri Lanka. 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 16 September 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$1,055Average$1,490FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Air ChinaCheapest$1,166Average$1,686FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$1,325Average$1,799FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$1,336Average$1,851FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,337Average$1,990FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,499Average$2,241FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,609Average$2,047FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,861Average$2,438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$2,000Average$2,472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$2,118Average$2,661FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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