Cheap flights from New Zealand to Sri Lanka from $785

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 22/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — CMB
5 Sep — 12 Sep1
1 adult

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 31 August 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,469

One-way from

$785

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,605
Air China
  • Air China
  • 9/11-23/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 67h 35m total
  • New Zealand to Sri Lanka
22/9
  • 22/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 34h 05m total
  • New Zealand to Sri Lanka
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($462 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($102 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 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 31 August 2025.

Sun 9/1120:30AKL - CMB
2 stops32h 05mAir China
Sun 23/1122:25CMB - AKL
2 stops35h 30mAir China
Deal found 29/8$1,469
Sat 4/1014:25AKL - CMB
1 stop16h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 23/1000:20CMB - AKL
1 stop15h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/8$1,497
Sun 9/1113:45AKL - CMB
1 stop17h 20mMalaysia Airlines
Sat 22/1100:40CMB - AKL
1 stop28h 05mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 29/8$1,500
Sat 18/1013:40AKL - CMB
1 stop16h 35mSriLankan Airlines
Fri 14/1100:25CMB - AKL
1 stop16h 10mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 30/8$1,503
Thu 16/1006:15AKL - CMB
2 stops34h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/1123:00CMB - AKL
2 stops31h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/8$1,510
Tue 14/1020:40AKL - CMB
2 stops32h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 20/1003:30CMB - AKL
3 stops30h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/8$1,512
Sun 9/1113:45AKL - CMB
1 stop17h 20mMalaysia Airlines
Fri 21/1100:40CMB - AKL
1 stop15h 45mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 28/8$1,515
Sun 9/1122:45AKL - CMB
2 stops32h 25mChina Eastern
Sun 23/1120:20CMB - AKL
1 stop36h 45mChina Eastern
Deal found 29/8$1,527
Sat 18/1006:15AKL - CMB
2 stops44h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 15/1120:20CMB - AKL
2 stops49h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/8$1,537
Sun 2/1122:00AKL - CMB
1 stop28h 30mChina Eastern
Sat 15/1120:20CMB - AKL
1 stop36h 45mChina Eastern
Deal found 28/8$1,539
Mon 24/1109:15CHC - CMB
1 stop20h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 13/1200:25CMB - CHC
1 stop16h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/8$2,086
Mon 24/1114:20CHC - CMB
1 stop40h 40mCathay Pacific
Tue 23/1200:45CMB - CHC
1 stop29h 05mCathay Pacific
Deal found 30/8$2,114

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Route

Departure

Return

Price

AucklandColombo

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Sun 9/11

20:30-21:05

2 stops32h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 23/11

22:25-17:25

2 stops35h 30m

$1,469

AucklandColombo

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Sat 4/10

14:25-22:55

1 stop16h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 23/10

00:20-23:00

1 stop15h 10m

$1,497

AucklandColombo

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Sun 9/11

13:45-23:35

1 stop17h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 22/11

00:40-12:15

1 stop28h 05m

$1,500

AucklandColombo

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Tue 14/10

20:40-21:55

2 stops32h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 20/10

03:30-17:55

3 stops30h 55m

$1,512

AucklandColombo

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Sun 9/11

13:45-23:35

1 stop17h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 21/11

00:40-23:55

1 stop15h 45m

$1,515

AucklandColombo

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Sun 9/11

22:00-23:40

3 stops33h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 22/11

20:20-16:35

1 stop36h 45m

$1,524

AucklandColombo

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Sun 9/11

22:45-23:40

2 stops32h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 23/11

20:20-16:35

1 stop36h 45m

$1,527

AucklandColombo

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Sun 2/11

22:00-19:00

1 stop28h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 15/11

20:20-16:35

1 stop36h 45m

$1,539

ChristchurchColombo

CHC - CMB

CHCCMB

Christchurch

Mon 24/11

09:15-22:20

1 stop20h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 13/12

00:25-00:20

1 stop16h 25m

$2,086

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

$2,114

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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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 $1,477). 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 31 August 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 31 August 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines, Malaysia Airlines, andAir China 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.

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

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.

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

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.

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

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.

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

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.

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

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.

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

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.

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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 Air China, Malaysia Airlines, or Cathay Pacific 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.

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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 $1,477). 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 31 August 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$1,067Average$1,512FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Air ChinaCheapest$1,172Average$1,698FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$1,334Average$1,902FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$1,339Average$1,815FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,352Average$2,001FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,508Average$2,267FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,536Average$1,994FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,872Average$2,440FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$2,022Average$2,464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$2,141Average$2,733FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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