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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from R8 059

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — CMB
Jul 16 — Jul 231
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl are usually found in October or November, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Sunday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to Colombo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to Colombo (CMB). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 11 July 2025.

Round-trip from

R16 065

One-way from

R8 059

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

R18 444
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 11/8-9/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 52h 35m total
  • Cape Town to Colombo
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 3/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 05m total
  • Cape Town to Colombo
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R9 902 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R6 288 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Colombo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to Colombo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 11 July 2025.

Tue 18/1110:40CPT - CMB
2 stops33h 20mSingapore Airlines
Tue 2/120:45CMB - CPT
2 stops36h 10mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 11/7R15 693
Mon 11/813:00CPT - CMB
1 stop34h 35mQatar Airways
Tue 9/920:20CMB - CPT
1 stop18h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 10/7R16 065
Sun 24/818:25CPT - CMB
2 stops20h 35mEmirates
Sun 31/822:05CMB - CPT
1 stop17h 00mEmirates
Deal found 9/7R16 261
Thu 6/1113:50CPT - CMB
2 stops21h 50mEthiopian Air
Mon 10/1116:40CMB - CPT
2 stops25h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 8/7R16 314
Tue 18/1117:15CPT - CMB
1 stop40h 35mTurkish Airlines
Tue 2/127:20CMB - CPT
1 stop32h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 11/7R16 953
Sun 24/813:00CPT - CMB
1 stop17h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 30/83:30CMB - CPT
3 stops37h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/7R17 965
Thu 6/1112:35CPT - CMB
1 stop37h 45mSriLankan Airlines
Mon 10/1118:50CMB - CPT
1 stop19h 10mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 8/7R19 207

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customise your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to Colombo 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 11 July 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Cape Town

Fly to

Colombo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Tue 18/11

10:40-23:30

2 stops33h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 2/12

0:45-9:25

2 stops36h 10m

R15 693

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/8

13:00-3:05

1 stop34h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 9/9

20:20-10:50

1 stop18h 00m

R16 065

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Sun 24/8

18:25-18:30

2 stops20h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 31/8

22:05-11:35

1 stop17h 00m

R16 261

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Thu 6/11

13:50-15:10

2 stops21h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 10/11

16:40-14:35

2 stops25h 25m

R16 314

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Tue 18/11

17:15-13:20

1 stop40h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 2/12

7:20-11:50

1 stop32h 00m

R16 953

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Sun 24/8

13:00-9:40

1 stop17h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 30/8

3:30-13:45

3 stops37h 45m

R17 965

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Thu 6/11

12:35-5:50

1 stop37h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 10/11

18:50-10:30

1 stop19h 10m

R19 207

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/11

18:55-16:30

1 stop18h 05m

R8 059

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/11

6:30-23:15

3 stops37h 15m

R8 858

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Deals found on 10/7

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Cape Town to Colombo. Price data was last updated on 27 June 2025.

Booking 90 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of R722). Flying from Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R973). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CPT to CMB?

Find hourly flight availability from Cape Town to Colombo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 11 July 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 10% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

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 11 July 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andQatar Airways from Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. 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
3 285 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 285 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 285 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 324 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 285 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 596 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 285 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
Malaysia Airlines
7,4
Good
266 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 285 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
790 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 285 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cape Town to Colombo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl?

    If you book a flight to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl from Cape Town, you will be flying from Cape Town Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Cape Town Intl (CPT) is located 15,6 km from the centre of Cape Town. There are 0 flights from Cape Town Intl to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl per day from 4 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport round-trip?

    Qatar Airways, at R16 065, was found to be the cheapest airline from Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Emirates and Ethiopian Air.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Most of the time, Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights that have stopovers will stop in Doha.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights?

    Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights that have stopovers will least frequently stop in Dubai.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to Colombo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Cape Town to Colombo flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Cape Town to Colombo?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cape Town to Colombo.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Cape Town to Colombo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town to Colombo by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of R722). Flying from Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R973). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 535AverageR15 472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR13 211AverageR14 144FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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EmiratesCheapestR13 389AverageR18 315FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR19 065AverageR19 995FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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