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Cheap flights from New Zealand to Sri Lanka from $621

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 17/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
AKL — CMB
23 Mar — 30 Mar1
1 adult
Sat 23/3
Sat 30/3

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How far in advance should I book a flight from New Zealand to Sri Lanka?

Travellers have found it’s best to book a flight 29 days in advance to save up to 21% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 29 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from New Zealand to Sri Lanka 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $2,072, or $2,511 for flights within the next 24 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from New Zealand to Sri Lanka?

Our data shows that October tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Sri Lanka from New Zealand. Users have commonly found prices around $2,061 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $1,396. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in December.

When is the cheapest time to fly from New Zealand to Sri Lanka (NZ - LK)?

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.

Cheap China Eastern flights from New Zealand to Sri Lanka

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by China Eastern for the route between New Zealand and Sri Lanka. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 129,216 searches. Data last updated 19 March 2024.
Check out some of the cheapest China Eastern flights we've come across from New Zealand to Sri Lanka. It's recommended that users confirm their flight details before booking.
Wed 15/521:00AKL - CMB
1 stop28h 30mChina Eastern
Sun 19/520:30CMB - AKL
1 stop36h 45mChina Eastern
Deal found 17/3$1,199
Sun 24/322:45AKL - CMB
2 stops30h 10mChina Eastern
Mon 23/900:15CMB - AKL
3 stops33h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 16/3$1,240
Wed 22/521:00AKL - CMB
1 stop28h 30mChina Eastern
Wed 19/620:30CMB - AKL
1 stop36h 45mChina Eastern
Deal found 17/3$1,253
Wed 15/521:00AKL - CMB
1 stop28h 30mChina Eastern
Sun 19/520:30CMB - AKL
1 stop36h 45mChina Eastern
Deal found 16/3$1,299
Wed 15/521:00AKL - CMB
2 stops54h 40mChina Eastern
Sun 19/520:30CMB - AKL
1 stop36h 45mChina Eastern
Deal found 17/3$1,310
Wed 8/521:45AKL - CMB
2 stops53h 55mChina Eastern
Wed 22/520:30CMB - AKL
1 stop36h 45mChina Eastern
Deal found 18/3$1,312
Wed 22/521:00AKL - CMB
2 stops54h 40mChina Eastern
Wed 19/620:30CMB - AKL
1 stop36h 45mChina Eastern
Deal found 17/3$1,358
Wed 15/521:00AKL - CMB
2 stops54h 40mChina Eastern
Sun 19/520:30CMB - AKL
1 stop36h 45mChina Eastern
Deal found 16/3$1,411
Wed 8/521:00AKL - CMB
1 stop28h 30mChina Eastern
Wed 22/520:30CMB - AKL
1 stop36h 45mChina Eastern
Deal found 18/3$1,458

Cheap Malaysia Airlines flights from New Zealand to Sri Lanka

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Malaysia Airlines for the route between New Zealand and Sri Lanka. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 129,216 searches. Data last updated 19 March 2024.
Take a gander at the lowest prices we've found on Malaysia Airlines flights from New Zealand to Sri Lanka. Check back soon if you're not seeing flights that suit your needs.
Thu 2/513:00AKL - CMB
1 stop16h 25mMalaysia Airlines
Tue 14/500:25CMB - AKL
1 stop28h 30mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 17/3$1,600
Thu 6/600:25AKL - CMB
1 stop29h 00mMalaysia Airlines
Sun 16/600:05CMB - AKL
1 stop16h 15mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 17/3$1,649
Tue 21/500:25AKL - CMB
1 stop29h 00mMalaysia Airlines
Tue 18/600:05CMB - AKL
1 stop28h 50mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 17/3$1,659
Wed 15/513:00AKL - CMB
1 stop16h 25mMalaysia Airlines
Sat 18/500:05CMB - AKL
1 stop28h 50mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 17/3$1,691
Sat 15/600:25AKL - CMB
1 stop29h 00mMalaysia Airlines
Sat 29/600:25CMB - AKL
1 stop28h 30mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 17/3$1,760
Tue 10/900:25AKL - CMB
1 stop29h 00mMalaysia Airlines
Thu 17/1000:05CMB - AKL
1 stop28h 50mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 16/3$1,824
Sat 23/301:40AKL - CMB
1 stop29h 15mMalaysia Airlines
Mon 23/900:05CMB - AKL
1 stop16h 15mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 16/3$2,348
Wed 10/413:00AKL - CMB
1 stop16h 25mMalaysia Airlines
Mon 29/400:05CMB - AKL
1 stop28h 50mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 16/3$2,476
Mon 25/313:50AKL - CMB
1 stop17h 05mMalaysia Airlines
Mon 1/400:05CMB - AKL
1 stop16h 15mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 17/3$2,586

Cheap New Zealand to Sri Lanka flights in March & April 2024

Find cheap flight options from New Zealand to Sri Lanka specifically for the months of March and April 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 129,216 searches. Prices were last updated on 19 March 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from New Zealand to Sri Lanka in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Sun 24/322:45AKL - CMB
2 stops30h 10mChina Eastern
Mon 23/900:15CMB - AKL
3 stops33h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 16/3$1,240
Tue 30/413:20AKL - CMB
1 stop16h 05mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/600:20CMB - AKL
1 stop16h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/3$1,585
Sun 24/322:45AKL - CMB
2 stops30h 10mChina Eastern
Tue 24/921:20CMB - AKL
1 stop35h 55mChina Eastern
Deal found 16/3$1,614
Sun 24/322:00AKL - CMB
3 stops30h 55mChina Eastern
Mon 23/900:15CMB - AKL
3 stops33h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 16/3$1,616
Sun 24/322:00AKL - CMB
1 stop28h 30mChina Eastern
Mon 23/900:15CMB - AKL
3 stops33h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 16/3$1,627
Wed 20/322:00AKL - CMB
1 stop28h 30mChina Eastern
Wed 27/320:20CMB - AKL
1 stop36h 40mChina Eastern
Deal found 17/3$1,657
Tue 30/413:20AKL - CMB
1 stop16h 05mMultiple Airlines
Fri 7/622:55CMB - AKL
2 stops48h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/3$1,660
Wed 10/422:30AKL - CMB
3 stops29h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 30/422:55CMB - AKL
3 stops32h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/3$1,673
Wed 10/420:40AKL - CMB
2 stops31h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 30/422:55CMB - AKL
3 stops32h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/3$1,688

New Zealand to Sri Lanka 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between New Zealand and Sri Lanka in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 129,216 searches. Data last updated 19 March 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from New Zealand to Sri Lanka in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Wed 15/521:00AKL - CMB
1 stop28h 30mChina Eastern
Sun 19/520:30CMB - AKL
1 stop36h 45mChina Eastern
Deal found 17/3$1,199
Sun 24/322:45AKL - CMB
2 stops30h 10mChina Eastern
Mon 23/900:15CMB - AKL
3 stops33h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 16/3$1,240
Wed 22/521:00AKL - CMB
1 stop28h 30mChina Eastern
Wed 19/620:30CMB - AKL
1 stop36h 45mChina Eastern
Deal found 17/3$1,253
Wed 15/521:00AKL - CMB
1 stop28h 30mChina Eastern
Sun 19/520:30CMB - AKL
1 stop36h 45mChina Eastern
Deal found 16/3$1,299
Wed 15/521:00AKL - CMB
2 stops54h 40mChina Eastern
Sun 19/520:30CMB - AKL
1 stop36h 45mChina Eastern
Deal found 17/3$1,310
Wed 8/521:45AKL - CMB
2 stops53h 55mChina Eastern
Wed 22/520:30CMB - AKL
1 stop36h 45mChina Eastern
Deal found 18/3$1,312
Wed 22/521:00AKL - CMB
2 stops54h 40mChina Eastern
Wed 19/620:30CMB - AKL
1 stop36h 45mChina Eastern
Deal found 17/3$1,358
Wed 15/521:00AKL - CMB
2 stops54h 40mChina Eastern
Sun 19/520:30CMB - AKL
1 stop36h 45mChina Eastern
Deal found 16/3$1,411
Wed 8/521:00AKL - CMB
1 stop28h 30mChina Eastern
Wed 22/520:30CMB - AKL
1 stop36h 45mChina Eastern
Deal found 18/3$1,458

New Zealand to Sri Lanka flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from New Zealand to Sri Lanka for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 129,216 searches. Data last updated 19 March 2024.
Consider one of these great deals we found on last-minute flights from New Zealand to Sri Lanka. Users should examine the flight details to ensure there are no surprises.
Sun 24/322:45AKL - CMB
2 stops30h 10mChina Eastern
Mon 23/900:15CMB - AKL
3 stops33h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 16/3$1,240
Sun 24/322:45AKL - CMB
2 stops30h 10mChina Eastern
Tue 24/921:20CMB - AKL
1 stop35h 55mChina Eastern
Deal found 16/3$1,614
Sun 24/322:00AKL - CMB
3 stops30h 55mChina Eastern
Mon 23/900:15CMB - AKL
3 stops33h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 16/3$1,616
Sun 24/322:00AKL - CMB
1 stop28h 30mChina Eastern
Mon 23/900:15CMB - AKL
3 stops33h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 16/3$1,627
Sun 24/320:40AKL - CMB
2 stops32h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 24/922:55CMB - AKL
3 stops32h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/3$1,811
Sun 24/319:50AKL - CMB
2 stops21h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 24/907:40CMB - AKL
2 stops27h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/3$1,874
Sun 24/307:45AKL - CMB
3 stops45h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 24/922:55CMB - AKL
3 stops32h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/3$1,887
Sun 24/322:00AKL - CMB
1 stop28h 30mChina Eastern
Tue 24/921:20CMB - AKL
1 stop35h 55mChina Eastern
Deal found 16/3$1,949
Sat 23/322:00AKL - CMB
1 stop28h 30mChina Eastern
Sun 31/320:30CMB - AKL
1 stop36h 45mChina Eastern
Deal found 17/3$1,962

One-way flights to Sri Lanka from New Zealand

Search for one-way flight options from New Zealand to Sri Lanka. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 129,216 searches. Data last updated 19 March 2024.
Take a look at some of the one-way flights we've detected from New Zealand to Sri Lanka. Users can also find round-trip New Zealand to Sri Lanka flights by using the search form above.
Fri 17/520:40AKL - CMB
2 stops31h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/3$621
Fri 17/520:40AKL - CMB
3 stops43h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/3$624
Wed 17/420:40AKL - CMB
3 stops43h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/3$696
Fri 28/606:15AKL - CMB
2 stops22h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3$723
Wed 17/420:40AKL - CMB
2 stops43h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/3$746
Mon 22/406:05CHC - CMB
3 stops46h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3$772
Thu 15/813:05AKL - CMB
3 stops39h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/3$813
Fri 17/506:00AKL - CMB
1 stop23h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/3$815
Thu 15/809:50AKL - CMB
1 stop19h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/3$818

Find flights from New Zealand to Sri Lanka within your budget

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 129,216 searches. Data last updated 19 March 2024.

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$1,199 - $2,498

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Departure

Return

Price

Auckland IntlColombo Bandaranaike Intl

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Wed 15/5

1 stop28h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 19/5

1 stop36h 45m

$1,199

Auckland IntlColombo Bandaranaike Intl

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Thu 2/5

2 stops24h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 15/5

2 stops48h 05m

$1,465

Auckland IntlColombo Bandaranaike Intl

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Thu 2/5

1 stop16h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 14/5

1 stop28h 30m

$1,600

Auckland IntlColombo Bandaranaike Intl

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Wed 8/5

2 stops23h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 21/5

1 stop15h 05m

$1,869

Auckland IntlColombo Bandaranaike Intl

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Tue 7/5

1 stop23h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 21/5

1 stop17h 10m

$1,948

ChristchurchColombo Bandaranaike Intl

CHC - CMB

CHCCMB

Christchurch

Sun 21/4

2 stops29h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 20/5

2 stops47h 45m

$2,053

ChristchurchColombo Bandaranaike Intl

CHC - CMB

CHCCMB

Christchurch

Sun 21/4

2 stops39h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 20/5

2 stops55h 25m

$2,066

ChristchurchColombo Bandaranaike Intl

CHC - CMB

CHCCMB

Christchurch

Fri 5/4

2 stops46h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 8/4

2 stops40h 15m

$2,383

ChristchurchColombo Bandaranaike Intl

CHC - CMB

CHCCMB

Christchurch

Sun 19/5

2 stops24h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 20/5

1 stop26h 10m

$2,498

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Deals found on 17/3

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 19 March 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with China Eastern, Malaysia Airlines and Singapore Airlines from New Zealand to Sri Lanka by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.3
Very Good
1,520 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Food

7.8

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

8.3
Very Good
1,520 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,520 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Food

7.8

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

8.3
Very Good
695 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,520 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Food

7.8

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

8.1
Very Good
4,215 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,520 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Food

7.8

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

7.8
Good
1,071 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,520 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Food

7.8

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

7.5
Good
433 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,520 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Food

7.8

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

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.
  • Can I find flights from New Zealand to Sri Lanka for under $1,200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from New Zealand to Sri Lanka for under $1,200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on China Eastern for just $1,199, but on average you can expect to pay $1,473.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from New Zealand to Sri Lanka for under $1,300?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from New Zealand to Sri Lanka within the next 7 days for less than $1,300.

  • 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 $841 on China Eastern. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Malaysia Airlines from $906 and SriLankan Airlines from $1,131 one-way.

  • What does AKL to CMB mean?

    AKL stands for Auckland Intl 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. While you’re still figuring out your travel plans, it’s not a bad idea to learn the names and codes of other airports around these areas: Colombo Diyawanna Oya Seaplane Base Airport (DWO), Hatton Castlereigh Reservoir Airport (NUF), Bentota River Airport (BJT), Trincomalee China Bay Airport (TRR), Hambantota Mattala Rajapaksa Int'l Airport (HRI).

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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 129,216 searches. Data last updated 19 March 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$1,146Average$1,549FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Batik AirCheapest$1,181Average$1,874FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,249Average$1,981FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$1,424Average$1,673FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,439Average$2,065FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,484Average$2,254FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$1,530Average$2,063FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air ChinaCheapest$1,592Average$1,788FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,688Average$2,397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,881Average$2,766FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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