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Cheap flights from New Zealand to Sri Lanka from $745

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 17/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — CMB
27 Oct — 3 Nov1
1 adult

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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 22 October 2024.

Wed 20/1122:00AKL - CMB
1 stop28h 30mChina Eastern
Wed 27/1120:20CMB - AKL
1 stop36h 45mChina Eastern
Deal found 21/10$1,274
Wed 20/1123:55AKL - CMB
2 stops52h 40mAir China
Wed 27/1122:25CMB - AKL
2 stops36h 40mAir China
Deal found 21/10$1,492
Fri 8/1106:05AKL - CMB
1 stop23h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 28/400:25CMB - AKL
1 stop17h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/10$1,518
Thu 7/1101:40AKL - CMB
1 stop29h 25mMalaysia Airlines
Mon 28/400:05CMB - AKL
1 stop28h 50mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 21/10$2,012
Fri 8/1111:50AKL - CMB
2 stops28h 10mEtihad Airways
Tue 29/419:20CMB - AKL
2 stops36h 25mEtihad Airways
Deal found 21/10$2,133
Wed 20/1121:05AKL - CMB
1 stop32h 20mEmirates
Tue 26/1102:45CMB - AKL
2 stops29h 05mEmirates
Deal found 21/10$2,134
Fri 29/1106:05AKL - CMB
2 stops22h 35mQantas Airways
Fri 31/112:10CMB - AKL
2 stops29h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 21/10$2,532
Thu 5/1211:10AKL - CMB
1 stop19h 50mSingapore Airlines
Wed 12/200:45CMB - AKL
1 stop29h 05mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 21/10$2,537
Wed 11/1214:55AKL - CMB
1 stop40h 05mCathay Pacific
Thu 6/200:45CMB - AKL
1 stop29h 10mCathay Pacific
Deal found 21/10$2,592
Wed 30/1014:40AKL - CMB
2 stops44h 40mOman Air
Fri 3/104:50CMB - AKL
2 stops40h 40mOman Air
Deal found 21/10$2,663
Thu 31/1001:40AKL - CMB
1 stop21h 30mSriLankan Airlines
Fri 29/1100:35CMB - AKL
1 stop16h 20mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 21/10$2,782
Wed 4/1214:40AKL - CMB
1 stop25h 35mQatar Airways
Sat 15/210:15CMB - AKL
1 stop35h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 20/10$2,988

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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 152,482 searches. Data last updated 22 October 2024.

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Auckland IntlColombo Bandaranaike Intl

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Wed 20/11

1 stop28h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 27/11

1 stop36h 45m

$1,274

Auckland IntlColombo Bandaranaike Intl

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Wed 20/11

2 stops52h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 27/11

2 stops36h 40m

$1,492

Auckland IntlColombo Bandaranaike Intl

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Fri 8/11

1 stop23h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 28/4

1 stop17h 10m

$1,518

ChristchurchColombo Bandaranaike Intl

CHC - CMB

CHCCMB

Christchurch

Fri 17/1

1 stop24h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 14/2

2 stops47h 25m

$1,670

Auckland IntlColombo Bandaranaike Intl

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Thu 16/1

2 stops44h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 7/2

2 stops40h 40m

$2,030

ChristchurchColombo Bandaranaike Intl

CHC - CMB

CHCCMB

Christchurch

Sun 19/1

3 stops33h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 15/2

2 stops28h 55m

$2,108

Auckland IntlColombo Bandaranaike Intl

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Thu 7/11

1 stop29h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 28/2

1 stop15h 45m

$2,110

Auckland IntlColombo Bandaranaike Intl

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Fri 8/11

2 stops28h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 29/4

2 stops36h 25m

$2,133

Auckland IntlColombo Bandaranaike Intl

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Wed 20/11

1 stop32h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 26/11

2 stops29h 05m

$2,134

Auckland IntlColombo Bandaranaike Intl

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Fri 29/11

2 stops22h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 31/1

2 stops29h 05m

$2,532

ChristchurchColombo Bandaranaike Intl

CHC - CMB

CHCCMB

Christchurch

Sun 19/1

2 stops24h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 15/2

1 stop50h 25m

$2,532

Auckland IntlColombo Bandaranaike Intl

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Wed 11/12

1 stop40h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 6/2

1 stop29h 10m

$2,592

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 21/10

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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Travel insights for flights from New Zealand to Sri Lanka

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from New Zealand to Sri Lanka including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Sri Lanka (average of $943). Flying from New Zealand to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,455). 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 22 October 2024.

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.

Rainfall in Sri Lanka by month

Plan your trip to Sri Lanka by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Sri Lanka ranges from 60.0 - 350.0 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 350.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Sri Lanka when rainfall is around 60.0 mm.

Temperature in Sri Lanka by month

Plan your trip to Sri Lanka by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Sri Lanka, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, March is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 27.0 C).

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 22 October 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, Singapore Airlines and China Eastern 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.
8.1
Very Good
3,548 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

8.1
Very Good
3,548 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,548 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

8.1
Very Good
1,332 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,548 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

7.7
Good
882 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,548 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

7.6
Good
3,921 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,548 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

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.
  • 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 $798 on China Eastern. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Malaysia Airlines from $1,224 and Singapore Airlines from $1,231 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Sri Lanka (average of $943). Flying from New Zealand to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,455). 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 152,482 searches. Data last updated 22 October 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$1,111Average$1,512FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Air ChinaCheapest$1,137Average$1,353FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,139Average$2,213FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,259Average$1,996FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,431Average$1,859FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$1,458Average$1,784FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$1,518Average$2,000FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Batik AirCheapest$1,709Average$2,058FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,763Average$2,431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,782Average$2,370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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