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— CMB
Dec 4 — Dec 111
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Explore the most affordable flight options available to Bandaranaike Intl Airport. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 4 November 2025.

Tue 25/119:25JNB - CMB
1 stop13h 50mQatar Airways
Fri 12/1219:30CMB - JNB
1 stop23h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 3/11R13 655
Sun 23/1113:50JNB - CMB
1 stop10h 30mAir Seychelles
Sun 7/124:50CMB - JNB
1 stop17h 25mAir Seychelles
Deal found 3/11R13 706
Mon 24/1113:45JNB - CMB
1 stop32h 40mQatar Airways
Sun 30/113:25CMB - JNB
1 stop15h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 2/11R14 347
Sat 22/111:35JNB - CMB
3 stops35h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/123:00CMB - JNB
3 stops35h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/11R14 728
Sun 23/119:25JNB - CMB
1 stop13h 50mQatar Airways
Mon 8/1219:30CMB - JNB
1 stop16h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 3/11R14 814
Sat 15/118:20JNB - CMB
2 stops28h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 22/119:15CMB - JNB
2 stops22h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/11R15 247
Sun 23/1114:30JNB - CMB
2 stops21h 15mEthiopian Air
Mon 8/1218:40CMB - JNB
2 stops29h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 3/11R15 264

Flights to Colombo in 2025

Find the latest flights to Colombo in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 4 November 2025.

Return from

R13 655

One-way from

R7 597

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R13 603
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 25/11-12/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to Colombo
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28/12
  • 28/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 55h 40m total
  • Johannesburg to Colombo
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R1 029 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R418 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Return

Price

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 25/11

9:25-2:45

1 stop13h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 12/12

19:30-15:35

1 stop23h 35m

R13 655

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 23/11

9:25-2:45

1 stop13h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 8/12

19:30-8:40

1 stop16h 40m

R14 814

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 8/11

1:35-12:45

3 stops31h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 16/11

9:10-15:50

3 stops34h 10m

R15 229

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 23/11

9:25-16:30

1 stop27h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 7/12

4:00-20:10

2 stops19h 40m

R15 281

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 14/11

3:10-16:20

2 stops33h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 22/11

17:20-14:20

2 stops24h 30m

R15 714

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 23/11

14:30-5:00

2 stops35h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 8/12

21:35-20:10

2 stops26h 05m

R15 835

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 7/1

8:20-20:20

2 stops32h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 14/1

14:00-3:55

2 stops41h 25m

R15 922

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 25/11

9:25-20:45

2 stops31h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 11/12

3:00-10:55

3 stops35h 25m

R16 026

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 28/12

1:35-12:45

3 stops55h 40m

R7 701

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 24/12

12:50-2:00

3 stops33h 40m

R8 878

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Best time to book a flight to Colombo

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

When is the best time to book a flight to Colombo?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Colombo. Price data was last updated on 31 October 2025.

Booking 82 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to Colombo. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

How long is the flight to Colombo?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Colombo takes 16 hours 30 minutes. Flights to Colombo from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Colombo?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to Colombo. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Users looking for the lowest fares to Colombo should consider flying on Sunday afternoons, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Friday afternoons, when prices are usually at their highest.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Colombo?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Colombo are Qatar Airways, Emirates and Etihad Airways.

Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From R12 343
Emirates
Emirates
From R13 642
Singapore Airlines
Singapore Airlines
From R12 221
Etihad Airways
Etihad Airways
From R13 401

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Colombo?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Colombo are Singapore Airlines, Qatar Airways and Air Seychelles.

Rainfall in Colombo by month

Plan your trip to Colombo by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Colombo ranges from 60.0 - 350.0 mm per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 350.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Colombo when rainfall is around 60.0 mm.

Temperature in Colombo by month

Plan your trip to Colombo by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Colombo, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, March is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 27.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Colombo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Colombo. 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 Colombo. Reviews last updated 4 November 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andQatar Airways to Sri Lanka. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 401 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 401 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 401 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 391 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 401 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 660 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 401 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.
Etihad Airways
7,4
Good
1 285 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 401 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
886 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 401 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

FAQs about flying to Colombo

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Colombo if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Colombo on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Colombo?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Singapore Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Colombo.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Colombo?

    Colombo Bandaranaike Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Colombo. One-way flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl typically cost R2 367, while return flights cost around R3 470.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Colombo depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Colombo, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (16 hours 30 minutes).

  • Does Colombo Bandaranaike Intl have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Colombo Bandaranaike Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl?

    Yes. Colombo Bandaranaike Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Green Star Residence is the closest property to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (0,0 km away from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl).

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