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Flight deals from Wellington to Colombo

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Wellington Airport to Colombo? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from C$1,770. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Colombo.C$641 per passenger.Departing Mon., Jan. 25.One-way flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Wellington on Mon., Jan. 25, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$641, select.
Colombo.C$749 per passenger.Departing Sat., Feb. 6.One-way flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Wellington on Sat., Feb. 6, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$749, select.
Colombo.C$819 per passenger.Departing Wed., Jul. 15.One-way flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Wellington on Wed., Jul. 15, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$819, select.
Colombo.C$833 per passenger.Departing Sat., Aug. 1.One-way flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Wellington on Sat., Aug. 1, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$833, select.
Colombo.C$840 per passenger.Departing Thu., Sep. 10.One-way flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Wellington on Thu., Sep. 10, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$840, select.
Colombo.C$853 per passenger.Departing Tue., Jun. 16.One-way flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Wellington on Tue., Jun. 16, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$853, select.
Colombo.C$855 per passenger.Departing Tue., May 12.One-way flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Wellington on Tue., May 12, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$855, select.
Colombo.C$875 per passenger.Departing Wed., Mar. 24.One-way flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Wellington on Wed., Mar. 24, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$875, select.
Colombo.C$963 per passenger.Departing Tue., Apr. 28.One-way flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Wellington on Tue., Apr. 28, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$963, select.
Colombo.C$1,085 per passenger.Departing Thu., Dec. 31.One-way flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Wellington on Thu., Dec. 31, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,085, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Wellington to Colombo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Wellington to Colombo flights are currently cheapest in January.
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from C$963
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from C$855
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from C$853
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from C$819
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from C$833
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from C$840
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from C$1,085
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from C$641
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from C$749
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from C$875

Alternative Wellington to Colombo routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Wellington to Colombo? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Kelaniya

10km from central Colombo
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Colombo Ratmalana

13km from central Colombo
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Colombo Bandaranayake

27km from central Colombo
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Bentota River

52km from central Colombo
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Katugastota

72km from central Colombo
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Wellington to Colombo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$641
Cheapest month to flyJanuary

Finding cheap flights from Wellington to Colombo: Frequently asked questions

There are 5 airports in Colombo: Kelaniya, Colombo Ratmalana, Colombo Bandaranayake, Bentota River, and Katugastota.
The best price we found for a return flight from Wellington to Colombo is C$1,482. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Wellington to Colombo. But we found flights with one or more stops from C$1,482.
As of April 2026, there are no flights flying from Wellington to Colombo.
The cheapest month to fly from Wellington to Colombo is usually August.
If you're flying from Wellington Airport, the cheapest airport near Colombo is Colombo Bandaranayake – which is 27.5 km away from the centre of Colombo. We've found flights into this airport from C$1,482.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Wellington Airport to Colombo on Monday, August 10, 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Wellington Airport and Colombo. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Colombo but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Colombo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 28°C. May is typically the warmest month in Colombo, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 25°C. The rainiest month is November.
Currently, Air New Zealand offers the cheapest flight tickets to Colombo.

Flying from Wellington International Airport (WLG) to Colombo: what you need to know

  • Colombo is 7 hours 30 minutes behind Wellington, where Wellington International Airport is located. Colombo operates on the UTC+5:30 timezone.

  • For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from WLG to Colombo.

  • Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.

  • If you hold a passport from New Zealand, you will need an e-visa to enter Sri Lanka. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from Wellington International Airport to Colombo for tourism purposes. The rules may differ if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always check official visa guidelines ahead of booking and definitely before you fly.

  • WLG is about 13 kilometres from central Wellington. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour and 19 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from Wellington International Airport to Colombo? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to WLG:

How to find the cheapest flights from Wellington International Airport (WLG) to Colombo

  • C$640 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Wellington International Airport to Colombo. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$1,481. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.

  • To find cheap tickets from WLG to Colombo, book in advance. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first released.

  • If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price in every month when looking for a ticket from Wellington International Airport to Colombo.

  • Getting a cheap ticket from WLG to Colombo is easy with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as the price has dropped.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Wellington International Airport to Colombo.

Airports in Colombo

Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)

  • Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) to the centre of Colombo is about 39 minutes by car. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.

  • Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 1 hour and 16 minutes.

  • The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Wellington International Airport to Colombo. Book one of these accommodation options near RML instead:

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is about 32 kilometres from central Colombo. Following your flight from Wellington International Airport to Colombo, it'll take you around 39 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 1 hour and 31 minutes.

  • After your flight from WLG to Colombo, rest your head at a hotel near CMB. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:

Best time to go to Colombo

  • Travel to Colombo during high season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices are usually higher. Alternatively, schedule your flights from Wellington International Airport to Colombo during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.

  • The warmest month in Colombo is March, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from Wellington International Airport to Colombo in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from WLG to Colombo in January when temperatures average between 22ºC and 32ºC.

More about Colombo

  • After booking your flight from Wellington International Airport to Colombo, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Colombo:

  • All great vacations should include a little sightseeing. Gangaramaya Temple, Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall and Viharamahadevi Park are must-do's during your Colombo adventure.

Complete your Colombo trip with a car rental

  • Choose one of our car rentals in Colombo and see the sights at your own pace. Easily compare options in one place to find the perfect set of wheels after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Wellington International Airport to Colombo.

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