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Cheap flights from New Zealand to Sri Lanka from $694

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 26/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — CMB
11 Jul — 18 Jul1
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 6 July 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,346

One-way from

$703

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,758
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 4/9-15/9
  • 5 total stops
  • 65h 45m total
  • New Zealand to Sri Lanka
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1/9
  • 1/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 46h 15m total
  • New Zealand to Sri Lanka
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($395 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($93 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 6 July 2025.

Thu 4/921:00AKL - CMB
2 stops30h 40mChina Eastern
Mon 15/922:10CMB - AKL
3 stops35h 05mChina Eastern
Deal found 6/7$1,346
Sat 8/1120:30AKL - CMB
2 stops32h 05mAir China
Sun 23/1122:25CMB - AKL
2 stops36h 40mAir China
Deal found 4/7$1,348
Wed 6/806:15AKL - CMB
2 stops40h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 13/819:15CMB - AKL
2 stops27h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/7$1,359
Mon 1/915:30AKL - CMB
2 stops46h 20mAir India
Thu 4/908:20CMB - AKL
2 stops33h 45mAir India
Deal found 4/7$1,430
Thu 23/1006:20CHC - CMB
2 stops34h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/1123:00CMB - CHC
2 stops34h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7$1,513
Tue 19/820:50ZQN - CMB
2 stops31h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 25/803:30CMB - ZQN
3 stops34h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/7$1,715
Wed 27/814:25ZQN - CMB
2 stops32h 10mAir India
Sun 31/817:05CMB - ZQN
2 stops41h 10mAir India
Deal found 5/7$1,776
Mon 24/1114:20CHC - CMB
1 stop40h 40mCathay Pacific
Tue 23/1200:45CMB - CHC
1 stop29h 05mCathay Pacific
Deal found 5/7$1,869
Tue 18/1106:00CHC - CMB
2 stops25h 31mThai Airways
Mon 1/1201:00CMB - CHC
2 stops38h 35mThai Airways
Deal found 6/7$1,918
Wed 27/818:00ZQN - CMB
2 stops36h 05mSingapore Airlines
Sat 30/800:50CMB - ZQN
2 stops31h 05mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 3/7$1,961
Thu 23/1008:05CHC - CMB
2 stops23h 00mSingapore Airlines
Wed 5/1100:45CMB - CHC
2 stops30h 15mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 5/7$1,961
Fri 1/806:10CHC - CMB
2 stops55h 40mAir India
Sun 31/817:05CMB - CHC
2 stops38h 50mAir India
Deal found 4/7$2,012

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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 6 July 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Zealand to Sri Lanka that are best for you.

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AucklandColombo

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Thu 4/9

21:00-21:10

2 stops30h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 15/9

22:10-15:45

3 stops35h 05m

$1,346

AucklandColombo

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Sat 8/11

20:30-21:05

2 stops32h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 23/11

22:25-18:35

2 stops36h 40m

$1,348

AucklandColombo

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Wed 6/8

06:15-16:05

2 stops40h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 13/8

19:15-05:30

2 stops27h 45m

$1,359

AucklandColombo

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Mon 1/9

15:30-07:20

2 stops46h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 4/9

08:20-00:35

2 stops33h 45m

$1,430

ChristchurchColombo

CHC - CMB

CHCCMB

Christchurch

Thu 23/10

06:20-09:40

2 stops34h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 6/11

23:00-17:20

2 stops34h 50m

$1,513

QueenstownColombo

ZQN - CMB

ZQNCMB

Queenstown Intl

Tue 19/8

20:50-21:55

2 stops31h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 25/8

03:30-20:00

3 stops34h 00m

$1,715

QueenstownColombo

ZQN - CMB

ZQNCMB

Queenstown Intl

Wed 27/8

14:25-16:05

2 stops32h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 31/8

17:05-16:45

2 stops41h 10m

$1,776

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

$1,869

ChristchurchColombo

CHC - CMB

CHCCMB

Christchurch

Tue 18/11

06:00-00:01

2 stops25h 31m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 1/12

01:00-23:05

2 stops38h 35m

$1,918

QueenstownColombo

ZQN - CMB

ZQNCMB

Queenstown Intl

Wed 27/8

18:00-23:35

2 stops36h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 30/8

00:50-14:25

2 stops31h 05m

$1,961

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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, 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 $1,458). 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 6 July 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 6 July 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andAir New Zealand 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,284 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Hemshika,Jun 2025

DXB - LGW

It was not good. As soon as we entered the plane, 2 girls in front of us bend their seats down completely and startes sleeping within the next 2 minutes. I asked one of the air hostess to ask the girls to make them sit straight because we just entered the plane and we wanted to sit properly put our seat belts etc. The air hostess replied to me in the EK 009 plane that it's her right she can bend it but when we take off, she will have to straighten her seat. She never did because the air hostess never told her. The girls left their seats bent down and I had to intervene to ask them to straighten their seats because we had to eat. The girls kept telling us to please eat fast so they can bend down. What rubbish is this. Pressure to eat for their comfort and our discomfort.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,284 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,284 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Hemshika,Jun 2025

DXB - LGW

It was not good. As soon as we entered the plane, 2 girls in front of us bend their seats down completely and startes sleeping within the next 2 minutes. I asked one of the air hostess to ask the girls to make them sit straight because we just entered the plane and we wanted to sit properly put our seat belts etc. The air hostess replied to me in the EK 009 plane that it's her right she can bend it but when we take off, she will have to straighten her seat. She never did because the air hostess never told her. The girls left their seats bent down and I had to intervene to ask them to straighten their seats because we had to eat. The girls kept telling us to please eat fast so they can bend down. What rubbish is this. Pressure to eat for their comfort and our discomfort.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,321 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,284 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Hemshika,Jun 2025

DXB - LGW

It was not good. As soon as we entered the plane, 2 girls in front of us bend their seats down completely and startes sleeping within the next 2 minutes. I asked one of the air hostess to ask the girls to make them sit straight because we just entered the plane and we wanted to sit properly put our seat belts etc. The air hostess replied to me in the EK 009 plane that it's her right she can bend it but when we take off, she will have to straighten her seat. She never did because the air hostess never told her. The girls left their seats bent down and I had to intervene to ask them to straighten their seats because we had to eat. The girls kept telling us to please eat fast so they can bend down. What rubbish is this. Pressure to eat for their comfort and our discomfort.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
488 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,284 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Hemshika,Jun 2025

DXB - LGW

It was not good. As soon as we entered the plane, 2 girls in front of us bend their seats down completely and startes sleeping within the next 2 minutes. I asked one of the air hostess to ask the girls to make them sit straight because we just entered the plane and we wanted to sit properly put our seat belts etc. The air hostess replied to me in the EK 009 plane that it's her right she can bend it but when we take off, she will have to straighten her seat. She never did because the air hostess never told her. The girls left their seats bent down and I had to intervene to ask them to straighten their seats because we had to eat. The girls kept telling us to please eat fast so they can bend down. What rubbish is this. Pressure to eat for their comfort and our discomfort.
Thai Airways
7.7
Good
336 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,284 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Hemshika,Jun 2025

DXB - LGW

It was not good. As soon as we entered the plane, 2 girls in front of us bend their seats down completely and startes sleeping within the next 2 minutes. I asked one of the air hostess to ask the girls to make them sit straight because we just entered the plane and we wanted to sit properly put our seat belts etc. The air hostess replied to me in the EK 009 plane that it's her right she can bend it but when we take off, she will have to straighten her seat. She never did because the air hostess never told her. The girls left their seats bent down and I had to intervene to ask them to straighten their seats because we had to eat. The girls kept telling us to please eat fast so they can bend down. What rubbish is this. Pressure to eat for their comfort and our discomfort.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
925 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,284 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Hemshika,Jun 2025

DXB - LGW

It was not good. As soon as we entered the plane, 2 girls in front of us bend their seats down completely and startes sleeping within the next 2 minutes. I asked one of the air hostess to ask the girls to make them sit straight because we just entered the plane and we wanted to sit properly put our seat belts etc. The air hostess replied to me in the EK 009 plane that it's her right she can bend it but when we take off, she will have to straighten her seat. She never did because the air hostess never told her. The girls left their seats bent down and I had to intervene to ask them to straighten their seats because we had to eat. The girls kept telling us to please eat fast so they can bend down. What rubbish is this. Pressure to eat for their comfort and our discomfort.

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  • 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 $802 on Singapore Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include China Eastern from $836 and Air New Zealand from $952 one-way.

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

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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 $1,458). 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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China EasternCheapest$1,040Average$1,389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Air ChinaCheapest$1,134Average$1,625FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$1,283Average$1,834FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$1,305Average$1,766FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,316Average$1,942FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,416Average$2,230FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,465Average$1,736FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,853Average$2,353FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,967Average$2,398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$2,036Average$2,638FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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