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Cheap flights from South Africa to Sri Lanka from R13 220

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
JNB — CMB
พ.ค. 3 — พ.ค. 101
1 adult
ศ. 3/5
ศ. 10/5

How far in advance should I book a flight from South Africa to Sri Lanka?

To save on the cost of your flight from South Africa to Sri Lanka, book at least 20 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 14% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from R11 979 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as R13 295.

What is the cheapest month to fly from South Africa to Sri Lanka?

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in December. For low rates, May can be a great choice for travel to Sri Lanka. Flights to Sri Lanka from South Africa in May are about R15 045 on average during May, but can be found for as low as R11 208.

When is the cheapest time to fly from South Africa to Sri Lanka (ZA - LK)?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from South Africa to Sri Lanka as you normally would.

Cheap Qatar Airways flights from South Africa to Sri Lanka

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Qatar Airways for the route between South Africa and Sri Lanka. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 621 923 searches. Data last updated 28 เมษายน 2024.
Consider these cheap Qatar Airways flights we've found departing from South Africa to Sri Lanka. Be sure to come back soon if the deals available don't appeal to you at this time.
พฤ. 2/513:00CPT - CMB
1 stop23h 50mQatar Airways
พ. 15/512:00CMB - CPT
1 stop26h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 27/4R13 220
พฤ. 2/513:00CPT - CMB
1 stop16h 30mQatar Airways
อ. 14/53:35CMB - CPT
1 stop34h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 27/4R13 295
พฤ. 9/513:00CPT - CMB
1 stop16h 30mQatar Airways
ส. 25/520:20CMB - CPT
1 stop18h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 27/4R16 887
อา. 12/513:35JNB - CMB
1 stop17h 05mQatar Airways
ศ. 17/53:35CMB - JNB
1 stop16h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 27/4R16 962
ศ. 10/519:15CPT - CMB
1 stop17h 35mQatar Airways
ศ. 24/520:20CMB - CPT
1 stop18h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 27/4R18 899
ส. 11/59:20CPT - CMB
2 stops20h 10mQatar Airways
อา. 26/520:20CMB - CPT
1 stop18h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 27/4R20 441
อ. 14/513:00CPT - CMB
1 stop16h 30mQatar Airways
จ. 27/511:40CMB - CPT
1 stop26h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 27/4R74 128
พฤ. 9/59:20CPT - CMB
2 stops20h 10mQatar Airways
ศ. 24/511:40CMB - CPT
1 stop26h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 27/4R81 518
พฤ. 9/513:00CPT - CMB
1 stop16h 30mQatar Airways
ส. 25/520:20CMB - CPT
1 stop18h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 27/4R87 028

Cheap Turkish Airlines flights from South Africa to Sri Lanka

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Turkish Airlines for the route between South Africa and Sri Lanka. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 621 923 searches. Data last updated 28 เมษายน 2024.
Browse through some of the cheapest Turkish Airlines flights travelling from South Africa to Sri Lanka. Deals frequently update to provide users with more options.
อ. 14/516:35CPT - CMB
1 stop33h 15mTurkish Airlines
อ. 28/56:50CMB - CPT
1 stop32h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 27/4R17 639
อ. 14/516:35CPT - CMB
1 stop33h 15mTurkish Airlines
พฤ. 23/56:50CMB - CPT
1 stop32h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 27/4R18 015
อ. 14/516:35CPT - CMB
1 stop33h 15mTurkish Airlines
ศ. 24/56:50CMB - CPT
1 stop32h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 27/4R18 297
อา. 12/516:35CPT - CMB
1 stop33h 15mTurkish Airlines
จ. 27/56:50CMB - CPT
1 stop32h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 27/4R22 547
อา. 12/516:35CPT - CMB
1 stop33h 15mTurkish Airlines
พ. 29/56:50CMB - CPT
1 stop32h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 27/4R22 923
อา. 12/516:35CPT - CMB
1 stop33h 15mTurkish Airlines
ศ. 24/56:50CMB - CPT
1 stop32h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 27/4R23 205
ส. 11/516:35CPT - CMB
1 stop33h 15mTurkish Airlines
อ. 28/56:50CMB - CPT
1 stop32h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 27/4R28 696
ส. 11/516:35CPT - CMB
1 stop33h 15mTurkish Airlines
พฤ. 23/56:50CMB - CPT
1 stop32h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 27/4R29 072
ส. 11/516:35CPT - CMB
1 stop33h 15mTurkish Airlines
ส. 25/56:50CMB - CPT
1 stop32h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 27/4R29 354

Cheap South Africa to Sri Lanka flights in April & May 2024

Find cheap flight options from South Africa to Sri Lanka specifically for the months of April and May 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 621 923 searches. Prices were last updated on 28 เมษายน 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from South Africa to Sri Lanka in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
พฤ. 2/513:00CPT - CMB
1 stop23h 50mQatar Airways
พ. 15/512:00CMB - CPT
1 stop26h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 27/4R13 220
พฤ. 2/513:00CPT - CMB
1 stop16h 30mQatar Airways
อ. 14/53:35CMB - CPT
1 stop34h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 27/4R13 295
พฤ. 2/513:05CPT - CMB
1 stop16h 00mEmirates
พ. 15/520:35CMB - CPT
2 stops23h 45mEmirates
Deal found 27/4R13 727
พฤ. 2/513:05CPT - CMB
2 stops25h 55mEmirates
พ. 15/520:35CMB - CPT
2 stops23h 45mEmirates
Deal found 27/4R14 085
พฤ. 2/515:20CPT - CMB
2 stops21h 30mMultiple Airlines
อ. 14/53:35CMB - CPT
1 stop34h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4R15 119
อา. 12/59:55JNB - CMB
1 stop16h 40mEtihad Airways
ส. 18/59:30CMB - JNB
1 stop26h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 27/4R16 529
พฤ. 9/513:00CPT - CMB
1 stop16h 30mQatar Airways
ส. 25/520:20CMB - CPT
1 stop18h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 27/4R16 887
อา. 12/513:35JNB - CMB
1 stop17h 05mQatar Airways
ศ. 17/53:35CMB - JNB
1 stop16h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 27/4R16 962
อา. 12/510:45JNB - CMB
2 stops15h 20mMultiple Airlines
ส. 18/523:40CMB - JNB
2 stops19h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4R17 112

South Africa to Sri Lanka 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between South Africa and Sri Lanka in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 621 923 searches. Data last updated 28 เมษายน 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from South Africa to Sri Lanka in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
พฤ. 2/513:00CPT - CMB
1 stop23h 50mQatar Airways
พ. 15/512:00CMB - CPT
1 stop26h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 27/4R13 220
พฤ. 2/513:00CPT - CMB
1 stop16h 30mQatar Airways
อ. 14/53:35CMB - CPT
1 stop34h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 27/4R13 295
พ. 30/1012:35CPT - CMB
1 stop17h 40mQatar Airways
อ. 26/113:25CMB - CPT
1 stop17h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 27/4R13 652
พ. 30/1018:25CPT - CMB
1 stop18h 35mQatar Airways
พ. 27/1111:15CMB - CPT
1 stop26h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 27/4R13 671
พฤ. 2/513:05CPT - CMB
1 stop16h 00mEmirates
พ. 15/520:35CMB - CPT
2 stops23h 45mEmirates
Deal found 27/4R13 727
พ. 30/1010:40CPT - CMB
2 stops33h 20mSingapore Airlines
อ. 26/110:45CMB - CPT
2 stops36h 10mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 27/4R13 859
พ. 30/1010:40CPT - CMB
2 stops33h 20mSingapore Airlines
พฤ. 28/110:45CMB - CPT
2 stops36h 10mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 27/4R13 972
พ. 30/1018:25CPT - CMB
1 stop18h 25mEmirates
พ. 27/1120:15CMB - CPT
2 stops24h 00mEmirates
Deal found 27/4R14 028
พฤ. 2/513:05CPT - CMB
2 stops25h 55mEmirates
พ. 15/520:35CMB - CPT
2 stops23h 45mEmirates
Deal found 27/4R14 085

South Africa to Sri Lanka flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from South Africa to Sri Lanka for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 621 923 searches. Data last updated 28 เมษายน 2024.
Consider one of these great deals we found on last-minute flights from South Africa to Sri Lanka. Users should be sure to double check the price, date, and time of their last-minute flight.
พฤ. 2/513:00CPT - CMB
1 stop23h 50mQatar Airways
พ. 15/512:00CMB - CPT
1 stop26h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 27/4R13 220
พฤ. 2/513:00CPT - CMB
1 stop16h 30mQatar Airways
อ. 14/53:35CMB - CPT
1 stop34h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 27/4R13 295
พฤ. 2/513:05CPT - CMB
1 stop16h 00mEmirates
พ. 15/520:35CMB - CPT
2 stops23h 45mEmirates
Deal found 27/4R13 727
พฤ. 2/513:05CPT - CMB
2 stops25h 55mEmirates
พ. 15/520:35CMB - CPT
2 stops23h 45mEmirates
Deal found 27/4R14 085
พฤ. 2/515:20CPT - CMB
2 stops21h 30mMultiple Airlines
อ. 14/53:35CMB - CPT
1 stop34h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4R15 119
พฤ. 2/515:20CPT - CMB
2 stops21h 30mMultiple Airlines
อ. 14/53:35CMB - CPT
2 stops20h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4R17 808
พฤ. 2/515:20CPT - CMB
3 stops23h 40mMultiple Airlines
พ. 15/520:35CMB - CPT
2 stops23h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4R20 873
พฤ. 2/514:35CPT - CMB
3 stops24h 25mMultiple Airlines
พ. 15/520:35CMB - CPT
3 stops20h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4R21 701
พฤ. 2/518:40CPT - CMB
3 stops20h 20mMultiple Airlines
อ. 14/53:05CMB - CPT
2 stops23h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4R22 434

Find flights from South Africa to Sri Lanka within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Sri Lanka that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 621 923 searches. Data last updated 28 เมษายน 2024.

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R16 529 - R20 836

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Johannesburg OR TamboColombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

อา. 12/5

1 stop16h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

ส. 18/5

1 stop26h 35m

R16 529

Cape Town IntlColombo Bandaranaike Intl

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

พฤ. 9/5

1 stop16h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

ส. 25/5

1 stop18h 00m

R16 887

Johannesburg OR TamboColombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

อา. 12/5

1 stop17h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

ศ. 17/5

1 stop16h 05m

R16 962

Johannesburg OR TamboColombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

อา. 12/5

2 stops15h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

ส. 18/5

2 stops19h 40m

R17 112

Cape Town IntlColombo Bandaranaike Intl

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

อ. 14/5

1 stop33h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

อ. 28/5

1 stop32h 30m

R17 639

Cape Town IntlColombo Bandaranaike Intl

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

อ. 14/5

1 stop33h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

พฤ. 23/5

1 stop32h 30m

R18 015

Cape Town IntlColombo Bandaranaike Intl

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

อ. 14/5

1 stop33h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

ศ. 24/5

1 stop32h 30m

R18 297

Cape Town IntlColombo Bandaranaike Intl

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

พ. 15/5

2 stops20h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

พ. 29/5

2 stops18h 30m

R20 309

Cape Town IntlColombo Bandaranaike Intl

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

ศ. 10/5

2 stops33h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

จ. 27/5

2 stops36h 05m

R20 836

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Deals found on 27/4

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Reviews of airlines servicing Sri Lanka

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sri Lanka. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Sri Lanka. Reviews last updated 28 เมษายน 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from South Africa to Sri Lanka, see what other customers have to say about Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines and Emirates. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8,3
Very Good
1 478 reviews

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,4

Crew

8,7

Overall

8,3

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

8,3
Very Good
1 478 reviews
8,3
Very Good
1 478 reviews

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,4

Crew

8,7

Overall

8,3

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

8,1
Very Good
4 064 reviews
8,3
Very Good
1 478 reviews

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,4

Crew

8,7

Overall

8,3

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

7,7
Good
4 456 reviews
8,3
Very Good
1 478 reviews

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,4

Crew

8,7

Overall

8,3

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

7,5
Good
3 696 reviews
8,3
Very Good
1 478 reviews

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,4

Crew

8,7

Overall

8,3

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

7,5
Good
399 reviews
8,3
Very Good
1 478 reviews

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Boarding

8,4

Crew

8,7

Overall

8,3

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to Sri Lanka. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • Can I find flights from South Africa to Sri Lanka for under R16 600 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from South Africa to Sri Lanka for under R16 600. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Etihad Airways for just R16 529, but on average you can expect to pay R19 688.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from South Africa to Sri Lanka for under R13 300?

    There are currently 9+ open flights from South Africa to Sri Lanka within the next 7 days for less than R13 300.

  • What does JNB to CMB mean?

    This is defined as Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB) and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (CMB). Codes like Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely. Colombo Diyawanna Oya Seaplane Base Airport (DWO), Trincomalee China Bay Airport (TRR), Hatton Castlereigh Reservoir Airport (NUF), Bentota River Airport (BJT), Hambantota Mattala Rajapaksa Int'l Airport (HRI) are some additional IATA codes for airports related to your trip.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Sri Lanka that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your South Africa to Sri Lanka flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from South Africa to Sri Lanka with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter South Africa to Sri Lanka flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Sri Lanka that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to Sri Lanka flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Sri Lanka?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to Sri Lanka.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Sri Lanka?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to Sri Lanka by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Sri Lanka that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from South Africa to Sri Lanka offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from South Africa to Sri Lanka?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on South Africa to Sri Lanka flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the South Africa to Sri Lanka flight deals updated?

    The South Africa to Sri Lanka flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 27/4.

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EmiratesCheapestR11 209AverageR13 976FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR12 396AverageR13 406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR13 086AverageR15 225FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR15 237AverageR18 611FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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