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Cheap flights from New Zealand to Sri Lanka from $604

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 4/8. 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
29 Apr — 6 May1
1 adult
Mon 29/4
Mon 6/5

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 $2,130, or $2,581 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 $2,118 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $1,435. 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 124,126 searches. Data last updated 24 April 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.
Thu 9/521:00AKL - CMB
1 stop28h 30mChina Eastern
Tue 4/621:20CMB - AKL
1 stop35h 55mChina Eastern
Deal found 23/4$1,374
Wed 15/521:00AKL - CMB
1 stop28h 30mChina Eastern
Sun 19/520:30CMB - AKL
1 stop36h 45mChina Eastern
Deal found 23/4$1,420
Wed 15/521:00AKL - CMB
2 stops54h 40mChina Eastern
Sun 19/520:30CMB - AKL
1 stop36h 45mChina Eastern
Deal found 23/4$1,431
Thu 9/521:00AKL - CMB
1 stop28h 30mChina Eastern
Mon 3/600:15CMB - AKL
2 stops57h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 23/4$1,440
Thu 9/521:00AKL - CMB
2 stops30h 40mChina Eastern
Mon 3/600:15CMB - AKL
2 stops57h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 23/4$1,450
Thu 9/521:00AKL - CMB
2 stops51h 20mChina Eastern
Tue 4/621:20CMB - AKL
1 stop35h 55mChina Eastern
Deal found 23/4$1,551
Sun 23/621:00AKL - CMB
1 stop28h 30mChina Eastern
Thu 27/621:20CMB - AKL
1 stop35h 55mChina Eastern
Deal found 23/4$1,555
Thu 9/521:00AKL - CMB
3 stops30h 40mChina Eastern
Tue 4/621:20CMB - AKL
1 stop35h 55mChina Eastern
Deal found 23/4$1,568
Wed 15/521:00AKL - CMB
1 stop28h 30mChina Eastern
Sat 18/500:15CMB - AKL
3 stops33h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 22/4$1,580

Cheap Singapore Airlines flights from New Zealand to Sri Lanka

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Singapore 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 124,126 searches. Data last updated 24 April 2024.
Take a gander at the lowest prices we've found on Singapore Airlines flights from New Zealand to Sri Lanka. Check back soon if you're not seeing flights that suit your needs.
Sun 1/909:00AKL - CMB
2 stops21h 05mSingapore Airlines
Wed 30/1000:45CMB - AKL
1 stop31h 05mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 23/4$1,868
Wed 4/910:05AKL - CMB
1 stop20h 00mSingapore Airlines
Thu 31/1000:45CMB - AKL
1 stop31h 05mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 23/4$1,877
Mon 29/709:00AKL - CMB
2 stops21h 05mSingapore Airlines
Thu 29/800:50CMB - AKL
1 stop53h 00mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 23/4$1,939
Thu 29/810:05AKL - CMB
1 stop44h 00mSingapore Airlines
Fri 1/1100:45CMB - AKL
2 stops30h 05mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 23/4$1,946
Sat 14/909:00AKL - CMB
2 stops21h 05mSingapore Airlines
Mon 14/1000:50CMB - AKL
1 stop15h 05mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 24/4$1,983
Sat 31/809:00AKL - CMB
2 stops21h 05mSingapore Airlines
Thu 31/1000:45CMB - AKL
1 stop31h 05mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 23/4$1,987
Sat 17/808:50AKL - CMB
2 stops21h 15mSingapore Airlines
Wed 28/800:50CMB - AKL
2 stops31h 05mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 23/4$2,096
Sun 1/914:10AKL - CMB
1 stop15h 55mSingapore Airlines
Sat 2/1100:45CMB - AKL
2 stops30h 05mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 23/4$2,221

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

Find cheap flight options from New Zealand to Sri Lanka specifically for the months of April and May 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 124,126 searches. Prices were last updated on 24 April 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from New Zealand to Sri Lanka in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Thu 9/506:15AKL - CMB
3 stops46h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/622:55CMB - AKL
3 stops24h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/4$1,418
Wed 15/521:00AKL - CMB
1 stop28h 30mChina Eastern
Sun 19/520:30CMB - AKL
1 stop36h 45mChina Eastern
Deal found 23/4$1,420
Wed 15/521:00AKL - CMB
2 stops54h 40mChina Eastern
Sun 19/520:30CMB - AKL
1 stop36h 45mChina Eastern
Deal found 23/4$1,431
Thu 9/521:00AKL - CMB
1 stop28h 30mChina Eastern
Mon 3/600:15CMB - AKL
2 stops57h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 23/4$1,440
Thu 9/521:00AKL - CMB
2 stops30h 40mChina Eastern
Mon 3/600:15CMB - AKL
2 stops57h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 23/4$1,450
Thu 9/520:40AKL - CMB
2 stops31h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/622:55CMB - AKL
3 stops24h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/4$1,506
Thu 9/521:00AKL - CMB
2 stops51h 20mChina Eastern
Tue 4/621:20CMB - AKL
1 stop35h 55mChina Eastern
Deal found 23/4$1,551
Thu 9/521:00AKL - CMB
3 stops30h 40mChina Eastern
Tue 4/621:20CMB - AKL
1 stop35h 55mChina Eastern
Deal found 23/4$1,568
Wed 15/521:00AKL - CMB
1 stop28h 30mChina Eastern
Sat 18/500:15CMB - AKL
3 stops33h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 22/4$1,580

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 124,126 searches. Data last updated 24 April 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from New Zealand to Sri Lanka in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Thu 9/506:15AKL - CMB
3 stops46h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/622:55CMB - AKL
3 stops24h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/4$1,418
Wed 15/521:00AKL - CMB
1 stop28h 30mChina Eastern
Sun 19/520:30CMB - AKL
1 stop36h 45mChina Eastern
Deal found 23/4$1,420
Wed 15/521:00AKL - CMB
2 stops54h 40mChina Eastern
Sun 19/520:30CMB - AKL
1 stop36h 45mChina Eastern
Deal found 23/4$1,431
Thu 9/521:00AKL - CMB
1 stop28h 30mChina Eastern
Mon 3/600:15CMB - AKL
2 stops57h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 23/4$1,440
Thu 9/521:00AKL - CMB
2 stops30h 40mChina Eastern
Mon 3/600:15CMB - AKL
2 stops57h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 23/4$1,450
Thu 9/520:40AKL - CMB
2 stops31h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/622:55CMB - AKL
3 stops24h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/4$1,506
Thu 9/521:00AKL - CMB
2 stops51h 20mChina Eastern
Tue 4/621:20CMB - AKL
1 stop35h 55mChina Eastern
Deal found 23/4$1,551
Sun 23/621:00AKL - CMB
1 stop28h 30mChina Eastern
Thu 27/621:20CMB - AKL
1 stop35h 55mChina Eastern
Deal found 23/4$1,555
Thu 9/521:00AKL - CMB
3 stops30h 40mChina Eastern
Tue 4/621:20CMB - AKL
1 stop35h 55mChina Eastern
Deal found 23/4$1,568

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 124,126 searches. Data last updated 24 April 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.
Sun 4/806:15AKL - CMB
3 stops46h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4$604
Mon 13/506:15AKL - CMB
2 stops22h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/4$636
Mon 13/506:15AKL - CMB
3 stops46h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/4$663
Mon 6/507:30AKL - CMB
3 stops44h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/4$667
Mon 19/815:30ZQN - CMB
3 stops24h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/4$690
Mon 6/506:15AKL - CMB
2 stops22h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/4$697
Sun 4/820:40AKL - CMB
2 stops31h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4$702
Wed 8/521:45AKL - CMB
3 stops42h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4$707
Wed 8/520:40AKL - CMB
2 stops43h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4$722

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 124,126 searches. Data last updated 24 April 2024.

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Budget

$1,374 - $2,139

Route

Departure

Return

Price

Auckland IntlColombo Bandaranaike Intl

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Thu 9/5

1 stop28h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 4/6

1 stop35h 55m

$1,374

Auckland IntlColombo Bandaranaike Intl

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Thu 9/5

3 stops46h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 4/6

3 stops24h 05m

$1,418

Auckland IntlColombo Bandaranaike Intl

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Wed 15/5

1 stop28h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 19/5

1 stop36h 45m

$1,420

Auckland IntlColombo Bandaranaike Intl

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Wed 15/5

1 stop32h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 18/5

1 stop17h 10m

$1,838

Auckland IntlColombo Bandaranaike Intl

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Sat 17/8

2 stops20h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 29/8

2 stops19h 25m

$1,848

Auckland IntlColombo Bandaranaike Intl

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Sun 1/9

2 stops21h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 30/10

1 stop31h 05m

$1,868

Auckland IntlColombo Bandaranaike Intl

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Thu 29/8

1 stop16h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 29/10

1 stop28h 10m

$1,901

ChristchurchColombo Bandaranaike Intl

CHC - CMB

CHCCMB

Christchurch

Mon 27/5

2 stops56h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 30/5

2 stops37h 20m

$2,112

Auckland IntlColombo Bandaranaike Intl

AKL - CMB

AKLCMB

Auckland Intl

Thu 29/8

1 stop32h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 3/11

2 stops31h 20m

$2,139

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Deals found on 23/4

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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 24 April 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with China Eastern, Singapore Airlines and Malaysia 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
655 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.8

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

8.3
Very Good
655 reviews
8.3
Very Good
655 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.8

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

8.3
Very Good
1,481 reviews
8.3
Very Good
655 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.8

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

8.1
Very Good
4,070 reviews
8.3
Very Good
655 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.8

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

7.7
Good
1,004 reviews
8.3
Very Good
655 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.8

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

7.5
Good
403 reviews
8.3
Very Good
655 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.8

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

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 $1,400 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from New Zealand to Sri Lanka for under $1,400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on China Eastern for just $1,374, but on average you can expect to pay $1,534.

  • 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 little as $1,048 on Malaysia Airlines Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Emirates from $1,362 and SriLankan Airlines from $1,598 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), Trincomalee China Bay Airport (TRR), Hatton Castlereigh Reservoir Airport (NUF), Hambantota Mattala Rajapaksa Int'l Airport (HRI), Bentota River Airport (BJT).

  • Can I find deals for flights from New Zealand to Sri Lanka that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your New Zealand to Sri Lanka flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from New Zealand to Sri Lanka with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter New Zealand to Sri Lanka flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New Zealand to Sri Lanka that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from New Zealand to Sri Lanka offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from New Zealand to Sri Lanka?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on New Zealand to Sri Lanka flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the New Zealand to Sri Lanka flight deals updated?

    The New Zealand to Sri Lanka flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 23/4.

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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 124,126 searches. Data last updated 24 April 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$1,172Average$1,571FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Batik AirCheapest$1,214Average$1,926FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,282Average$2,033FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$1,459Average$1,728FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,471Average$2,107FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,550Average$2,333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$1,572Average$2,113FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air ChinaCheapest$1,641Average$1,832FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,768Average$2,446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,933Average$2,775FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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