Trips we plan most often
- Sinhala and Tamil New Year in April, one of the busiest times to travel.
- Vesak in May, and family gatherings through the year.
- Christmas and New Year, when school holidays add demand.
- Long visits, study breaks and returns, with one-way or open-return fares.
Start with the Colombo route
See flights from Auckland to Colombo for how the route works, and flights to Sri Lanka from New Zealand for seasons and planning tips.
Before you fly
Most visitors need an online Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) before arriving in Sri Lanka. Apply only through the official site and check the current rules for your passport. This is general information, not immigration advice.