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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from R9 503

JNB — CMB
Oct 1 — Oct 81
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Colombo

Thu 19/119:50 -
1 stop30h 55m
Wed 25/114:00 -
1 stop31h 50m
Deal found 31/8R12 908
Wed 14/109:45 -
1 stop25h 40m
Wed 21/1021:50 -
1 stop14h 00m
Deal found 1/9R12 924
Thu 3/914:05 -
1 stop16h 05m
Thu 10/911:25 -
1 stop20h 05m
Deal found 30/8R13 295
Tue 13/1020:55 -
1 stop17h 20m
Tue 20/1010:30 -
1 stop21h 00m
Deal found 29/8R13 375
Mon 26/109:50 -
1 stop18h 50m
Fri 30/104:00 -
1 stop31h 50m
Deal found 30/8R13 505
Thu 3/1213:45 -
1 stop23h 15m
Wed 9/123:25 -
1 stop15h 40m
Deal found 1/9R13 811
Fri 4/914:05 -
1 stop23h 15m
Fri 11/911:25 -
1 stop20h 05m
Deal found 29/8R14 344
Wed 2/99:45 -
2 stops25h 50m
Tue 8/916:05 -
2 stops19h 45m
Deal found 31/8R14 715

Find flight deals from Johannesburg to Colombo

Round-trip from

R12 908

One-way from

R9 503

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R13 375
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 22/10-29/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to Colombo
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19/12
  • 19/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 45h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to Colombo
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R12 674 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R5 558 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2026
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Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 26/10

9:50-8:10

1 stop18h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 30/10

4:00-8:20

1 stop31h 50m

R13 505

JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/11

13:25-18:25

2 stops25h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 26/11

20:15-10:25

2 stops17h 40m

R14 811

JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 23/9

1:15-16:15

3 stops35h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 1/10

22:00-10:55

2 stops16h 25m

R15 554

JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 26/10

23:00-5:00

2 stops26h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 30/10

18:40-13:30

2 stops22h 20m

R16 893

JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 16/10

22:50-5:00

2 stops26h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 23/10

18:30-13:30

2 stops22h 30m

R17 119
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 26/10

22:20-18:25

2 stops16h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 30/10

9:55-5:35

1 stop23h 10m

R18 006

JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 16/10

19:10-16:50

1 stop18h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 23/10

11:15-16:15

2 stops32h 30m

R18 248
Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 19/12

12:50-13:45

3 stops45h 25m

R9 503
Fastest single journey

JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 19/12

8:20-23:50

2 stops36h 00m

R9 713

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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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of R12 988). Flying from Johannesburg to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R17 845). 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Johannesburg to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights typically cost between R12 779 and R14 924 in November.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R12 908 on Etihad Airways (Nov 19–Nov 25).

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 78 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Colombo

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
1 591 reviews
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Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Matt,Jun 2026

SIN - CMB

Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 591 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 591 reviews
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Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Matt,Jun 2026

SIN - CMB

Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 655 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 591 reviews
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Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Matt,Jun 2026

SIN - CMB

Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 722 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 591 reviews
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Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Matt,Jun 2026

SIN - CMB

Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 529 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 591 reviews
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Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Matt,Jun 2026

SIN - CMB

Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 037 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 591 reviews
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Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Matt,Jun 2026

SIN - CMB

Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello

Related info for your journey

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

    Etihad Airways and Emirates can get you from Johannesburg to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in just under 18h 50m. Your travel time can differ by up to 6h 40m. 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 R8 547. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Singapore Airlines, from R11 884, and Qatar Airways, from R12 449. These flights start at 39% 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 371), Etihad Airways (R6 864), and Emirates (R8 593).

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of R12 988). Flying from Johannesburg to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R17 845). 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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Top 6 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Colombo

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air SeychellesCheapestR8 547AverageR12 995FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR11 884AverageR12 540FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 449AverageR13 519FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR12 474AverageR14 927FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 078AverageR14 900FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR14 732AverageR15 723FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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