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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from R7 693

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 7/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CMB
Jun 3 — Jun 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 May 2026.

Wed 19/812:40
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop17h 30m
Qatar Airways
Fri 28/811:25
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop20h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 30/4R13 175
Fri 12/612:40
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop17h 40m
Qatar Airways
Fri 19/620:20
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop16h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 29/4R13 358
Tue 2/612:40
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop25h 35m
Qatar Airways
Mon 29/63:35
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop32h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/5R13 375
Fri 8/512:40
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop36h 00m
Qatar Airways
Fri 15/58:50
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop29h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/5R13 441
Sat 11/712:40
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop33h 55m
Qatar Airways
Thu 23/73:35
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop27h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 1/5R13 508
Tue 19/512:40
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop17h 40m
Qatar Airways
Sat 23/520:20
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop17h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/5R13 557
Sat 25/712:40
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop17h 30m
Qatar Airways
Tue 11/820:20
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop16h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 29/4R13 607
Wed 8/79:50
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop19h 15m
Etihad Airways
Wed 15/710:00
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop25h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 30/4R13 973
Sat 25/79:50
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop31h 15m
Etihad Airways
Tue 11/816:20
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop19h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/5R14 106

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 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R13 175

One-way from

R7 693

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R14 737
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 19/8-28/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 35m total
  • Johannesburg to Colombo
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 7/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to Colombo
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R9 351 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R4 854 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 11/7

12:40-2:05

1 stop33h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 23/7

3:35-4:00

1 stop27h 55m

R13 508

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 18/5

12:40-9:50

1 stop17h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 22/5

8:50-4:00

1 stop22h 40m

R15 767

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 17/5

12:40-9:50

1 stop17h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 25/5

8:50-4:00

1 stop22h 40m

R15 834

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 15/5

12:40-9:50

1 stop17h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 20/5

20:20-10:30

1 stop17h 40m

R15 834

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 13/5

12:40-9:50

1 stop17h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 19/5

8:50-4:00

1 stop22h 40m

R15 834

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 16/5

12:40-9:50

1 stop17h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 23/5

20:20-10:30

1 stop17h 40m

R16 315

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/7

20:55-16:50

1 stop16h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 17/7

11:25-18:10

3 stops34h 15m

R17 213

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 19/5

12:40-9:50

1 stop17h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 23/5

18:30-13:25

2 stops22h 25m

R17 329

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 11/7

8:20-14:55

2 stops27h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 18/7

18:30-13:25

2 stops22h 25m

R17 761
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 31/7

20:55-16:50

1 stop16h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 31/8

20:20-9:00

1 stop16h 10m

R17 910

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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?

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is 27 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of R10 600). Flying from Johannesburg to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R12 693). 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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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 May 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Johannesburg to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, such as Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andQatar Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 506 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

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
1 506 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 506 reviews
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Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

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
3 568 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 506 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

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
3 723 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 506 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

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
1 433 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 506 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

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
999 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 506 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

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.

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?

    Qatar Airways can get you from Johannesburg to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in just under 33h 55m. Your travel time can differ by up to . There are 6685 km between Johannesburg and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.

  • 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 R12 250. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Qatar Airways, from R12 560, and Air Seychelles, from R12 621. These flights start at 14% 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 540), Etihad Airways (R7 068), and Emirates (R8 849).

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of R10 600). Flying from Johannesburg to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R12 693). 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 AirlinesCheapestR12 250AverageR13 055FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Air SeychellesCheapestR12 621AverageR13 046FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 251AverageR15 248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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