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R7 071+ Cheap flights to Colombo

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May 8 — May 151
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1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Colombo in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Bandaranaike Intl Airport
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 8 April 2026.

Mon 1/619:50
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop17h 30m
Qatar Airways
Mon 8/611:20
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop20h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/4R12 714
Tue 2/619:50
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop18h 25m
Qatar Airways
Tue 9/611:20
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop20h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/4R12 730
Tue 5/512:40
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop25h 35m
Qatar Airways
Wed 13/511:20
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop20h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 8/4R12 747
Wed 19/812:40
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop24h 40m
Qatar Airways
Fri 28/811:25
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop31h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 8/4R12 779
Thu 4/612:40
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop17h 40m
Qatar Airways
Thu 11/620:20
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop17h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/4R12 829
Sun 3/513:50
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop10h 30m
Air Seychelles
Fri 29/54:50
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop11h 10m
Air Seychelles
Deal found 4/4R12 976
Sun 26/419:50
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop17h 30m
Qatar Airways
Sun 3/520:20
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop17h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/4R13 222
Fri 24/412:40
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop24h 40m
Qatar Airways
Wed 6/520:20
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop17h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 8/4R14 371

Find flight deals to Bandaranaike Intl Airport

Find the latest flights to Colombo in 2026, 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 8 April 2026.

Return from

R12 714

One-way from

R7 071

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R13 797
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 1/6-8/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 40m total
  • Johannesburg to Colombo
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22/5
  • 22/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 15h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Colombo
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R523 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R288 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/6

19:50-17:45

1 stop18h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 9/6

11:20-4:00

1 stop20h 10m

R12 730
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/5

13:50-3:50

1 stop10h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 29/5

4:50-12:30

1 stop11h 10m

R12 976

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 24/4

12:40-16:50

1 stop24h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 6/5

20:20-10:30

1 stop17h 40m

R14 797

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/4

19:50-16:50

1 stop17h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 3/5

11:20-4:00

1 stop20h 10m

R15 257

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 28/6

9:50-8:35

1 stop19h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 11/7

4:10-8:20

1 stop31h 40m

R16 799

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 24/4

22:20-22:10

1 stop20h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 6/5

20:35-10:15

2 stops17h 10m

R16 832

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 15/5

18:10-16:50

2 stops19h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 20/5

11:20-4:00

1 stop20h 10m

R17 652

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 22/6

22:20-22:10

1 stop20h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 26/6

20:35-16:15

2 stops23h 10m

R17 685

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/5

13:30-10:15

2 stops17h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 11/5

9:10-20:35

1 stop14h 55m

R17 734
Cheapest one-way
Fastest single journey

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 22/5

14:15-8:45

2 stops15h 00m

R7 071

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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 3 April 2026.

Booking 51 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 17 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.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Colombo?

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

Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From R12 392
Emirates
Emirates
From R13 597
Etihad Airways
Etihad Airways
From R12 691
Singapore Airlines
Singapore Airlines
From R12 068

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 8 April 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Singapore Airlines,Emirates, 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.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 491 reviews
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Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 491 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 491 reviews
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Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 491 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 729 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 491 reviews
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Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 428 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 491 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 000 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 491 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.

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 244, while return flights cost around R4 608.

  • How much is a return flight to Colombo?

    A return flight to Colombo will typically cost around R5 054, however they can be found for as little as R4 608.

  • 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 (17 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. As Tours is the closest property to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (0,0 km away from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl).

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