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Cheap flights from New Zealand to Sri Lanka from $793

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 21/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — CMB
27 Apr — 4 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from New Zealand to Sri Lanka

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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 28 March 2026.

Tue 18/819:30
AKL
-
CMB
2 stops31h 55m
Air China
Tue 1/922:15
CMB
-
AKL
2 stops35h 45m
Air China
Deal found 27/3$1,297
Tue 11/819:30
AKL
-
CMB
2 stops31h 55m
Air China
Sun 6/922:15
CMB
-
AKL
2 stops35h 45m
Air China
Deal found 28/3$1,304
Tue 18/819:30
AKL
-
CMB
2 stops31h 55m
Air China
Tue 8/922:15
CMB
-
AKL
2 stops35h 45m
Air China
Deal found 25/3$1,356
Thu 28/519:30
AKL
-
CMB
2 stops55h 55m
Air China
Thu 4/622:15
CMB
-
AKL
2 stops35h 45m
Air China
Deal found 25/3$1,377
Tue 24/1120:30
AKL
-
CMB
2 stops32h 05m
Air China
Sat 2/122:25
CMB
-
AKL
2 stops35h 40m
Air China
Deal found 27/3$1,401
Sat 15/819:30
AKL
-
CMB
2 stops31h 55m
Air China
Tue 8/922:15
CMB
-
AKL
2 stops35h 45m
Air China
Deal found 24/3$1,412
Sat 17/1020:30
AKL
-
CMB
2 stops31h 55m
Air China
Sun 1/1122:25
CMB
-
AKL
2 stops35h 30m
Air China
Deal found 27/3$1,427
Thu 14/519:30
AKL
-
CMB
2 stops55h 55m
Air China
Tue 26/522:15
CMB
-
AKL
2 stops35h 45m
Air China
Deal found 25/3$1,509
Mon 10/800:25
AKL
-
CMB
1 stop29h 00m
Malaysia Airlines
Sun 6/911:20
CMB
-
AKL
1 stop17h 35m
Malaysia Airlines
Deal found 28/3$1,533
Tue 12/519:30
AKL
-
CMB
2 stops31h 55m
Air China
Tue 19/522:15
CMB
-
AKL
2 stops35h 45m
Air China
Deal found 28/3$1,540
Fri 1/520:50
ZQN
-
CMB
2 stops31h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 14/503:45
CMB
-
ZQN
3 stops30h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/3$1,858
Thu 10/914:25
ZQN
-
CMB
2 stops32h 10m
Air India
Thu 17/908:00
CMB
-
ZQN
2 stops45h 50m
Air India
Deal found 26/3$1,896

Find 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 28 March 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,297

One-way from

$793

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,695
Air China
  • Air China
  • 18/8-1/9
  • 4 total stops
  • 67h 40m total
  • New Zealand to Sri Lanka
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21/5
  • 21/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 32h 55m total
  • New Zealand to Sri Lanka
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($414 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($109 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from New Zealand to Sri Lanka 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 134,765 searches. Data last updated 28 March 2026.
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AucklandColombo

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Sat 16/5

00:25-22:55

1 stop29h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 30/5

00:05-11:25

1 stop28h 50m

$1,785

AucklandColombo

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Wed 10/6

13:00-22:55

1 stop16h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 13/6

00:05-11:25

1 stop28h 50m

$1,849

AucklandColombo

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Wed 10/6

21:00-21:10

3 stops30h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 14/6

20:30-15:45

1 stop36h 45m

$1,894

QueenstownColombo

ZQN - CMB

ZQNCMB

Queenstown Intl

Thu 10/9

14:25-16:05

2 stops32h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 17/9

08:00-12:20

2 stops45h 50m

$1,896

ChristchurchColombo

CHC - CMB

CHCCMB

Christchurch

Fri 1/5

08:20-09:25

3 stops31h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 14/5

03:45-00:20

3 stops38h 05m

$1,922

AucklandColombo

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Mon 27/4

21:00-19:00

1 stop28h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 25/5

22:10-15:45

3 stops35h 05m

$1,960

AucklandColombo

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Wed 27/5

20:40-09:25

2 stops19h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 3/6

10:25-00:35

3 stops31h 40m

$1,972

AucklandColombo

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Sun 10/5

21:00-21:10

2 stops54h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 17/5

20:30-15:45

1 stop36h 45m

$1,974

AucklandColombo

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Fri 1/5

06:20-19:00

2 stops43h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 4/5

17:05-05:30

2 stops29h 55m

$2,026

AucklandColombo

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Tue 15/9

21:00-19:00

1 stop28h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 15/10

22:10-09:40

2 stops28h 00m

$2,113

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Best time to book a flight from New Zealand to Sri Lanka

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Sri Lanka from New Zealand with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Zealand to Sri Lanka

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Sri Lanka (average of $840). Flying from New Zealand to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,778). 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.

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 28 March 2026.
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.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,484 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,484 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,484 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
298 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,484 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Air China
7.3
Good
144 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,484 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
200 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,484 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
SriLankan Airlines
6.8
Okay
82 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,484 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Zealand to Sri Lanka. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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 29h. Fly via Malaysia Airlines, China Eastern, or Air India 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 $641 on China Eastern. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Malaysia Airlines from $720 and SriLankan Airlines from $746 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Sri Lanka (average of $840). Flying from New Zealand to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,778). 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 28 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$1,103Average$1,630FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,167Average$2,426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Air ChinaCheapest$1,186Average$1,718FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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China SouthernCheapest$1,236Average$1,493FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$1,361Average$1,805FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$1,401Average$1,974FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Air IndiaCheapest$1,539Average$1,866FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,596Average$2,058FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,599Average$2,245FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,633Average$2,649FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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