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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 $1,607. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Colombo.$765 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 Aug.One-way flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Wellington on Sat, 1 Aug, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $765, select.
Colombo.$771 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Sep.One-way flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Wellington on Thu, 10 Sep, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $771, select.
Colombo.$778 per passenger.Departing Fri, 22 Jan.One-way flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Wellington on Fri, 22 Jan, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $778, select.
Colombo.$780 per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Feb.One-way flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Wellington on Sat, 6 Feb, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $780, select.
Colombo.$785 per passenger.Departing Tue, 12 May.One-way flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Wellington on Tue, 12 May, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $785, select.
Colombo.$791 per passenger.Departing Sat, 11 Jul.One-way flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Wellington on Sat, 11 Jul, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $791, select.
Colombo.$794 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Jun.One-way flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Wellington on Mon, 1 Jun, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $794, select.
Colombo.$884 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Apr.One-way flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Wellington on Tue, 28 Apr, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $884, select.
Colombo.$995 per passenger.Departing Thu, 31 Dec.One-way flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Wellington on Thu, 31 Dec, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $995, 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 August.
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from $785
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Jul
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from $765
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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 found$765
Cheapest month to flyAugust

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 $1,432. 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 $1,432.
As of April 2026, there are no flights flying from Wellington to Colombo.
The cheapest month to fly from Wellington to Colombo is usually July.
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 $1,432.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Wellington Airport to Colombo on Thursday, 23 July 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 India offers the cheapest flight tickets to Colombo.

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

  • Wellington International Airport is located in Wellington. Based in the UTC+5:30 timezone, Colombo is seven hours 30 minutes behind Wellington.

  • For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your WLG to Colombo flight.

  • Travelling during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • WLG is about 8 kilometres from central Wellington. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 20 minutes.

  • Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near WLG. Whether you have an early flight from Wellington International Airport to Colombo or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Wellington International Airport, 72.62% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

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

  • $765 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Wellington International Airport to Colombo flight. A return ticket right now is $1,432. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.

  • Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from WLG to Colombo if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.

  • If you have flexibility with your travel dates, take advantage of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when searching for a Wellington International Airport to Colombo ticket.

  • There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's an updated deal for cheap flights from WLG to Colombo.

  • Save on your flight from Wellington International Airport to Colombo with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Airports in Colombo

Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)

  • The distance from Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) to central Colombo is roughly 16 kilometres. It'll take you about 40 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes.

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

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • After your flight from Wellington International Airport to Colombo has hit the tarmac, you can make your way to the city centre in around 40 minutes by car. Central Colombo is roughly 32 kilometres from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB).

  • You can expect the journey to take about 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.

  • After stepping off your WLG to Colombo flight, unwind at a hotel near CMB. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:

  • No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion or Sixt and be on your way in a flash.

  • Avoid last-minute price surges. Booking your ride two weeks before your arrival at CMB can get you a lower rate.

Best time to go to Colombo

  • Before you book your flights from Wellington International Airport to Colombo, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Colombo offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while low season brings better deals on hotels and smaller crowds.

  • Lock in a Wellington International Airport to Colombo plane ticket with a departure in March to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from WLG to Colombo in January when temperatures average between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).

More about Colombo

  • After booking your flight from Wellington International Airport to Colombo, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Colombo:

  • Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall and Gangaramaya Temple are just a couple of the leading attractions to put on your Colombo itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Viharamahadevi Park.

Explore more of Sri Lanka

  • You've seen Colombo, now it's time to discover other parts of Sri Lanka. Travel around 306 kilometres north to Jaffna to check off its leading sights. From Jaffna Fort to Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

  • Around 241 kilometres north-east of Colombo, Trincomalee is another favourite stop in Sri Lanka. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Koneswaram Temple, Fort Frederick and Marble Beach.

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