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Cheapest return flight
$1,684
Typical prices: $1,682-$2,424
Air China
Wed 7/11Sat 24/11
AKL - CMB • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
$787
Typical prices: $851-$1,328
Multiple Airlines
Thu 1/11
AKL - CMB • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Auckland and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
19 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 19 weeks in advance save around 16% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
May
Cheapest • 18% price drop
December
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD)
Cheapest • Avg $1,888 (return)
Singapore Changi (SIN)
Shortest trip • 17h 38m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Auckland to Colombo (AKL-CMB)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Auckland to Bandaranaike Intl

Sat, 7 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov
Air China Logo
20:30 - 21:05AKL  Auckland Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
32h 05m2 stops Beijing Capital Chengdu Tianfu Intl
Air China Logo
22:25 - 17:35CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
35h 40m2 stops Chengdu Tianfu Intl Beijing Capital
$1,684Air China
Fri, 6 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov
Air China Logo
20:30 - 21:05AKL  Auckland Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
32h 05m2 stops Beijing Capital Chengdu Tianfu Intl
Air China Logo
22:25 - 17:35CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
35h 40m2 stops Chengdu Tianfu Intl Beijing Capital
$1,684Air China
Wed, 11 Nov - Thu, 26 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
22:00 - 19:00AKL  Auckland Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
28h 30m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:55 - 18:25CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
15h 00m1 stop Melbourne
$1,701Multiple Airlines
Tue, 20 Oct - Sat, 7 Nov
China Eastern Logo
22:00 - 19:00AKL  Auckland Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
28h 30m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
22:35 - 16:35CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
34h 30m2 stops Kunming Changshui Shanghai Pu Dong
$1,703China Eastern
Tue, 20 Oct - Sat, 7 Nov
China Eastern Logo
22:00 - 19:00AKL  Auckland Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
28h 30m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
22:35 - 16:35CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
34h 30m2 stops Kunming Changshui Shanghai Pu Dong
$1,708China Eastern
Wed, 11 Nov - Thu, 26 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
22:00 - 21:35AKL  Auckland Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
31h 05m3 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Fuzhou Kunming Changshui
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:55 - 23:10CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
19h 45m2 stops Melbourne Christchurch
$1,716Multiple Airlines
Tue, 16 Feb - Fri, 5 Mar
Qatar Airways Logo
13:15 - 19:20AKL  Auckland Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
37h 35m2 stops Melbourne Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
10:15 - 06:50CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
37h 05m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Melbourne
$1,744Qatar Airways
Sat, 28 Nov - Sat, 5 Dec
Jetstar Logo
09:40 - 17:50AKL  Auckland Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
15h 40m1 stop Melbourne
Jetstar Logo
19:55 - 22:10CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
18h 45m2 stops Melbourne Christchurch
$1,748Jetstar
Sat, 7 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov
Jetstar Logo
09:40 - 17:50AKL  Auckland Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
15h 40m1 stop Melbourne
Jetstar Logo
19:55 - 21:00CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
17h 35m2 stops Melbourne Christchurch
$1,751Jetstar
Thu, 18 Feb - Thu, 18 Mar
Qatar Airways Logo
13:15 - 16:30AKL  Auckland Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
34h 45m2 stops Melbourne Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
19:30 - 06:50CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
27h 50m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Melbourne
$1,757Qatar Airways
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Auckland to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights

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How much is a return flight from Auckland to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Return flights from Auckland to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport typically range from $1,682 to $2,424. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,684 on Air China.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Auckland to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Auckland to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. It’s 5% cheaper than the average day, while Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 2% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Auckland to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

•May is the cheapest month to fly from Auckland to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport at $1,625 return.
•December ($2,672) and January ($2,052) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 64% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Auckland to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Auckland to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport are cheapest 19 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 16% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Auckland to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$787
Beat the crowds with an average 25% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 133% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Auckland to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

When to book flights from Auckland to Bandaranaike Intl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Auckland to Bandaranaike Intl based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Auckland to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Auckland to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Auckland to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Auckland to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    A direct flight from Auckland to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport takes 00m, covering 17,564 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Auckland to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Auckland to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight?

    Return flights from Auckland to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport range from $1,682 to $2,424, with an average of $1,976 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,682 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Auckland to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 9% above the $1,976 route average. Book 19 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Auckland to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,684 to $8,043. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Auckland to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Auckland to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $917, which is 13% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (CMB)?

    Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (CMB) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $37 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • GREEN MOTION
    • Ace
    • AcaRent
    • Xdrive Mobility
    • SR RENT A CAR

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Auckland to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Flights from Auckland to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport usually depart from Auckland Intl (AKL) and arrive at Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Auckland to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Auckland to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Singapore Changi (SIN) – 29% of one-stop connections
    • Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) – 28% of one-stop connections
    • Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) – 13% of one-stop connections
    • Melbourne (MEL) – 11% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Auckland to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 8% on flights from Auckland to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $1,881 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $2,029, a difference of $148.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Auckland to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Flying via Singapore Changi (SIN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 17h 38m, compared to 17h 54m via Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) and 18h 10m via Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL).

  • What is the time difference between Auckland and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is 7 hours behind Auckland (India Time vs New Zealand Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Dutch Hospital is one of the most viewed places in Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Auckland to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Sunday flights average $1,881, about $148 less than Wednesday fares (7% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 19 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 16% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Auckland to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport trip for May. Fares historically average $1,625 return in that month – typically $1,048 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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