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Cheapest round-trip
$883
Typical prices: $968-$1,376
Jetstar
Mon 2/12Tue 2/27
AKL - CMB • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$388
Typical prices: $474-$766
Jetstar
Tue 1/30
AKL - CMB • 1 stop
Nonstop 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
21 weeks
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 21 weeks in advance save around 20% 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 layover airports
Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD)
Cheapest • Avg $1,062 (round-trip)
Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL)
Shortest trip • 17h 36m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Auckland to Colombo (AKL-CMB)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Auckland to Colombo

Fri, Feb 12 - Sat, Feb 27
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8:55 pm - 5:50 pmAKL  Auckland Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
28h 25m2 stops Christchurch Melbourne
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7:55 pm - 6:25 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
15h 00m1 stop Melbourne
$883Jetstar
Fri, Apr 30 - Thu, Jun 3
Air China Logo
7:30 pm - 8:55 pmAKL  Auckland Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
31h 55m2 stops Beijing Capital Chengdu Tianfu Intl
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10:15 pm - 4:30 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
35h 45m2 stops Chengdu Tianfu Intl Beijing Capital
$925Air China
Thu, Dec 31 - Fri, Jan 29
Air China Logo
2:15 pm - 9:05 pmAKL  Auckland Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
38h 20m2 stops Beijing Capital Chengdu Tianfu Intl
Air China Logo
10:25 pm - 12:00 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
30h 05m2 stops Chengdu Tianfu Intl Beijing Capital
$944Air China
Fri, Apr 30 - Thu, Jun 3
China Eastern Logo
9:45 am - 9:10 pmAKL  Auckland Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
41h 55m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Kunming Changshui
China Eastern Logo
8:30 pm - 3:45 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
36h 45m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$1,017China Eastern
Thu, Apr 1 - Thu, Apr 29
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1:15 pm - 4:50 pmAKL  Auckland Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
35h 05m2 stops Melbourne Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
8:20 pm - 6:40 amCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
27h 50m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Melbourne
$1,020Qatar Airways
Fri, Nov 20 - Thu, Dec 3
China Eastern Logo
10:00 pm - 7:00 pmAKL  Auckland Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
28h 30m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
8:50 pm - 4:35 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
36h 15m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$1,077China Eastern
Wed, Mar 17 - Fri, Mar 19
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11:20 am - 11:30 pmAKL  Auckland Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
19h 40m1 stop Singapore Changi
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12:45 am - 1:55 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
29h 40m2 stops Singapore Changi Melbourne
$1,307Singapore Airlines
Wed, Mar 17 - Fri, Mar 19
Singapore Airlines Logo
11:20 am - 11:30 pmAKL  Auckland Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
19h 40m1 stop Singapore Changi
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12:45 am - 1:55 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
29h 40m2 stops Singapore Changi Melbourne
$1,308Singapore Airlines
Thu, Feb 11 - Sat, Feb 27
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4:05 pm - 9:55 pmAKL  Auckland Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
37h 20m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Dubai Intl
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8:15 pm - 2:50 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
35h 05m3 stops Male Dubai Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,317Emirates
Wed, Mar 17 - Sat, Mar 20
Emirates Logo
4:05 pm - 9:55 pmAKL  Auckland Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
37h 20m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Dubai Intl
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9:15 am - 11:15 amCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-AKL Auckland Intl
42h 30m1 stop Dubai Intl
$1,317Emirates
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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 round-trip flight from Auckland to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Round-trip flights from Auckland to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport typically range from $968 to $1,376. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $883, on Jetstar.

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 4% cheaper than the average day, while Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 5% higher.

What’s 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 $924 round-trip.
•December ($1,514) and September ($1,134) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 63% 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 21 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 20% 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

$388
Beat the crowds with an average 29% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 46% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Auckland to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

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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.

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Auckland to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.

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

    A nonstop flight from Auckland to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport takes 00m, covering 6,781 miles.

  • 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?

    Round-trip flights from Auckland to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport range from $968 to $1,376, with an average of $1,124 over the past 12 months. Anything below $968 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 12% above the $1,124 route average. Book 21 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • 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 higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $700, which is 20% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (CMB)?

    Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (CMB) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $43 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Xdrive Mobility
    • GREEN MOTION
    • AcaRent
    • Ace
    • CarWiz

  • 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) - 28% of one-stop connections
    • Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) - 27% of one-stop connections
    • Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) - 12% 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 $1,090 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $1,181, a difference of $91.

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

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

    Flying via Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 17h 36m, compared with 17h 41m via Singapore Changi (SIN) and 17h 57m via Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD).

  • 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?

    Pettah Market 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 $1,090, about $91 less than Wednesday fares (8% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 21 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 20% 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 $924 round-trip in that month - typically $590 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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