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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from R6 379

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 25/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CMB
Feb 3 — Feb 101
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Colombo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Colombo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 4 January 2026.

Tue 17/219:55JNB - CMB
1 stop24h 05mSingapore Airlines
Mon 23/20:45CMB - JNB
1 stop21h 20mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 3/1R12 460
Sat 7/319:55JNB - CMB
1 stop24h 05mSingapore Airlines
Thu 19/30:45CMB - JNB
1 stop21h 20mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 2/1R12 543
Fri 6/31:35JNB - CMB
2 stops42h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 20/323:40CMB - JNB
2 stops19h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1R12 938
Tue 20/120:30JNB - CMB
1 stop19h 20mQatar Airways
Tue 27/119:30CMB - JNB
1 stop16h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 3/1R13 037
Mon 16/219:55JNB - CMB
1 stop24h 05mSingapore Airlines
Sun 22/20:45CMB - JNB
1 stop32h 55mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 2/1R13 598
Wed 4/39:50JNB - CMB
1 stop25h 55mEtihad Airways
Sun 22/34:00CMB - JNB
1 stop31h 50mEtihad Airways
Deal found 2/1R13 614
Tue 10/319:55JNB - CMB
1 stop24h 05mSingapore Airlines
Sun 22/30:45CMB - JNB
1 stop21h 20mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 2/1R13 697
Tue 17/223:00JNB - CMB
2 stops21h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 24/213:20CMB - JNB
2 stops27h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/1R14 273
Mon 16/214:30JNB - CMB
2 stops26h 15mEthiopian Air
Mon 23/218:40CMB - JNB
2 stops29h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 2/1R14 620
Tue 20/123:00JNB - CMB
2 stops26h 30mEthiopian Air
Tue 27/118:40CMB - JNB
2 stops29h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 3/1R14 784
Tue 10/319:10JNB - CMB
1 stop38h 40mTurkish Airlines
Tue 17/37:40CMB - JNB
1 stop30h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 2/1R14 933

Find flight deals from Johannesburg to Colombo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Johannesburg (ZA1) 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 4 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R12 460

One-way from

R6 379

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R14 339
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 17/2-23/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to Colombo
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25/3
  • 25/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to Colombo
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R14 657 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R4 759 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Johannesburg 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 4 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport that are best for you.

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Johannesburg

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Return

Price

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 28/2

19:55-23:30

1 stop24h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 12/3

0:45-18:35

1 stop21h 20m

R12 510

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/2

19:55-23:30

1 stop24h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 12/3

0:45-18:35

1 stop21h 20m

R12 807

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/2

13:45-8:45

1 stop15h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 13/3

19:30-8:40

1 stop16h 40m

R13 070

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/2

19:55-23:30

1 stop24h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 22/2

0:45-6:10

1 stop32h 55m

R13 598

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/3

9:50-2:50

1 stop13h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 18/3

21:30-8:20

1 stop14h 20m

R13 614

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/3

9:50-2:50

1 stop13h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 17/3

16:20-8:20

1 stop19h 30m

R13 614

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/3

9:50-2:50

1 stop13h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 22/3

4:00-8:20

1 stop31h 50m

R13 614

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/2

23:00-0:10

2 stops21h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 13/3

14:00-20:10

2 stops33h 40m

R14 735

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/2

23:00-5:00

2 stops26h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 13/3

14:00-13:05

2 stops26h 35m

R14 735

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 28/2

23:00-5:00

2 stops26h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 13/3

18:40-13:05

2 stops21h 55m

R14 735

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Colombo

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Colombo. Price data was last updated on 2 January 2026.

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is 75 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of R8 884). Flying from Johannesburg to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R13 350). 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.

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 January 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Johannesburg to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, such as Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andQatar Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 455 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 455 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 455 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 424 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 455 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 700 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 455 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 352 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 455 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
925 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 455 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Singapore Airlines, Qatar Airways, and Etihad Airways can get you from Johannesburg to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in just under 13h 30m. Your travel time can differ by up to 10h 35m. There are 6685 km between Johannesburg and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Johannesburg to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport round-trip from R11 639. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Qatar Airways, from R11 936, and Air Seychelles, from R12 499. These flights start at 16% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Johannesburg to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport are Qatar Airways (R6 361), Etihad Airways (R7 012), and Emirates (R8 786).

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

    Of the flights from Johannesburg to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport that have stopovers, most of them stop in Doha.

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

    The least popular stopover on flights from Johannesburg to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is Dubai.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Colombo?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of R8 884). Flying from Johannesburg to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R13 350). 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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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR11 639AverageR12 796FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 929AverageR13 179FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Air SeychellesCheapestR12 499AverageR12 973FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR12 765AverageR15 750FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapestR13 015AverageR17 272FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 137AverageR15 149FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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