CMB - AKL

$950 Find Cheap Flights from Colombo to Auckland – Compare and Save

1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Save 14% or more on flights. Compare deals from all over the web.

Never overpay with our price tracking tools.

Filter searches by price, airline and more to find your best flights.

Everything you should know

Cheapest return flight
$1,645
Typical prices: $1,857-$2,580
Jetstar, China Eastern
Mon 5/11Mon 12/11
CMB - AKL • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
$950
Typical prices: $1,224-$1,837
Multiple Airlines
Wed 28/11
CMB - AKL • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport and Auckland. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
Insights
Insights
When to book
20 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 20 weeks in advance save around 25% compared to booking last minute.
Insights
Insights
When to travel
May
Cheapest • 23% price drop
November
Most popular
Good to know
+1
Good to know
+1
Top stopover airports
Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG)
Cheapest • Avg $1,652 (return)
Singapore Changi (SIN)
Shortest trip • 16h 54m (one-way)
Insights
Insights
Start a new search
KAYAK searches hundreds of sites at once to find you the best travel deals.
We hope you enjoy your trip to Auckland!
Flight Deals
Booking Insights
Flight Deals

Cheap Flights from Colombo to Auckland (CMB-AKL)

 
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals from Bandaranaike Intl to Auckland

Thu, 5 Nov - Thu, 12 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:55 - 18:25CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
15h 00m1 stop Melbourne
Multiple Airlines Logo
22:00 - 21:35AKL  Auckland Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
55h 05m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Kunming Changshui
$1,645Multiple Airlines
Thu, 5 Nov - Thu, 12 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:55 - 18:25CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
15h 00m1 stop Melbourne
Multiple Airlines Logo
22:00 - 21:35AKL  Auckland Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
55h 05m3 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Ji'an Ji An/Jing Gang Shan Kunming Changshui
$1,645Multiple Airlines
Tue, 17 Nov - Wed, 28 Apr
Jetstar Logo
19:55 - 23:10CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
19h 45m2 stops Melbourne Christchurch
Jetstar Logo
21:00 - 17:50AKL  Auckland Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
27h 20m2 stops Christchurch Melbourne
$1,798Jetstar
Mon, 2 Nov - Mon, 9 Nov
Qantas Airways Logo
07:30 - 23:00CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
32h 00m2 stops Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Sydney Kingsford Smith
Qantas Airways Logo
06:10 - 21:10AKL  Auckland Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
22h 30m2 stops Melbourne Singapore Changi
$1,865Qantas Airways
Thu, 18 Mar - Thu, 20 May
Qantas Airways Logo
07:30 - 17:55CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
26h 55m2 stops Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Sydney Kingsford Smith
Qantas Airways Logo
06:00 - 11:05AKL  Auckland Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
35h 35m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Singapore Changi
$1,865Qantas Airways
Sat, 7 Nov - Sat, 21 Nov
Jetstar Logo
19:55 - 23:10CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
19h 45m2 stops Melbourne Christchurch
Jetstar Logo
09:40 - 17:50AKL  Auckland Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
15h 40m1 stop Melbourne
$1,868Jetstar
Mon, 7 Dec - Sun, 7 Mar
China Eastern Logo
22:35 - 16:35CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
34h 30m3 stops Kunming Changshui Ji'an Ji An/Jing Gang Shan Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
22:00 - 21:35AKL  Auckland Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
31h 05m3 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Fuzhou Kunming Changshui
$1,968China Eastern
Mon, 7 Dec - Sun, 7 Mar
China Eastern Logo
22:35 - 18:30CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
36h 25m2 stops Kunming Changshui Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
22:00 - 21:35AKL  Auckland Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
31h 05m3 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Fuzhou Kunming Changshui
$1,968China Eastern
Tue, 23 Feb - Thu, 25 Feb
Singapore Airlines Logo
00:45 - 09:30CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
25h 15m2 stops Singapore Changi Christchurch
Singapore Airlines Logo
15:15 - 23:30AKL  Auckland Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
15h 45m1 stop Singapore Changi
$2,112Singapore Airlines
Fri, 22 Jan - Sat, 30 Jan
Singapore Airlines Logo
00:45 - 09:30CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
25h 15m2 stops Singapore Changi Christchurch
Singapore Airlines Logo
01:15 - 23:30AKL  Auckland Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
29h 45m1 stop Singapore Changi
$3,116Singapore Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Auckland flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Auckland with more confidence.

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

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Auckland and is 9% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 4% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

•May is the cheapest month to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Auckland at $1,693 return.
•January ($2,809) and July ($2,575) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 65% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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

Flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Auckland are cheapest 20 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 25% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Find deals

Key details for Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Auckland flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$950
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 17% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 3% lower on average.
Flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Auckland

When to book flights from Bandaranaike Intl to Auckland

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Bandaranaike Intl to Auckland based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price

Your Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Auckland flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

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

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

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class

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

    A direct flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Auckland takes 0h 00m, covering 17,564 km.

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

    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 Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Auckland flight?

    Return flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Auckland range from $1,857 to $2,580, with an average of $2,204 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,857 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 13% above the route average of $2,204. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Auckland 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 $1,645 to $8,224. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Auckland are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $1,504.

  • Which car hire options are available at Auckland Intl Airport (AKL)?

    Auckland Intl Airport (AKL) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $6 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • New Zealand Discount Car Rentals
    • Snap Rentals
    • EZI
    • Mode
    • Europcar

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

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

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

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

    • Singapore Changi (SIN) – 45% of one-stop connections
    • Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) – 33% of one-stop connections
    • Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) – 9% of one-stop connections
    • Melbourne (MEL) – 4% of one-stop connections

    Singapore Changi (SIN) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Auckland route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 13%. Sunday is the cheapest day at $2,015 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $2,308 – a $293 difference. 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 Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Auckland?

    Flying via Singapore Changi (SIN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 16h 54m, compared to 17h 44m via Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) and 18h 43m via Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL).

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

    Auckland is 6 hours ahead of Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (New Zealand Time vs India Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Auckland?

    Some of the most popular sights in Auckland are Sky Tower, Sparks Arena, and Skycity Auckland. These are among the most viewed places in Auckland on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Auckland 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 instead of Friday. On this route, Sunday flights average $2,015 – about $293 less than Friday (13% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 20 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 25% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Auckland trip for May. Fares historically average $1,693 return in that month – typically $1,116 less than the most expensive month, which is January (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Auckland Intl Airport.
    - Jetpark Hotel Auckland Airport
    - Novotel Auckland Airport
    - Ibis Budget Auckland Airport

More options for your flight from Bandaranaike Intl to Auckland

Complete your trip to Auckland with a hotel stay or car hire

Car rentals in Auckland
Hotels in Auckland