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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from R7 413

JNB — CMB
Nov 29 — Dec 61
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to Colombo

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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Colombo

Thu 29/1020:20 -
1 stop16h 40m
Wed 11/1110:15 -
1 stop32h 50m
Deal found 26/10R13 912
Thu 5/1113:45 -
1 stop23h 15m
Wed 11/114:15 -
1 stop14h 50m
Deal found 25/10R13 946
Fri 30/1013:45 -
1 stop23h 15m
Fri 6/1119:30 -
1 stop23h 35m
Deal found 26/10R14 062
Fri 30/1013:45 -
1 stop23h 15m
Thu 12/1119:30 -
1 stop23h 35m
Deal found 27/10R14 162
Sat 31/1013:45 -
1 stop23h 15m
Fri 13/1118:50 -
1 stop24h 15m
Deal found 28/10R14 278
Sun 1/1113:45 -
1 stop15h 30m
Fri 13/113:25 -
1 stop15h 40m
Deal found 28/10R14 295
Sun 8/1113:45 -
1 stop23h 15m
Sat 14/1119:30 -
1 stop16h 40m
Deal found 26/10R14 345
Sat 14/1113:45 -
1 stop23h 15m
Sat 21/1118:50 -
1 stop17h 20m
Deal found 27/10R14 527
Fri 30/1010:10 -
2 stops28h 45m
Fri 6/1120:15 -
2 stops36h 50m
Deal found 26/10R15 176
Fri 30/1013:45 -
1 stop32h 40m
Thu 12/1114:35 -
3 stops21h 20m
Deal found 27/10R15 209
Sat 31/1010:10 -
2 stops28h 45m
Fri 13/119:55 -
1 stop14h 05m
Deal found 28/10R15 275

Find flight deals from OR Tambo to Colombo

Round-trip from

R13 115

One-way from

R7 413

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R13 979
Air Seychelles
  • Air Seychelles
  • 10/1-22/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 21h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to Colombo
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 1/2-31/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 15h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to Colombo
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R13 786 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 714 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in October 2026
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JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/2

13:45-8:45

1 stop15h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R7 413

JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 31/1

1:35-5:35

2 stops24h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R8 893

JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 15/1

18:50-18:25

2 stops20h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R9 341

JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 15/1

20:30-8:10

3 stops32h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R10 339

JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/11

8:20-5:00

2 stops41h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R10 389

JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/2

8:20-5:00

2 stops41h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R10 389

JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/11

11:00-21:50

3 stops31h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R10 455

JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 20/12

23:00-5:00

2 stops26h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R10 771

JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 14/12

23:00-5:00

2 stops26h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R10 771

JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 19/12

23:00-5:00

2 stops26h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R10 771

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Colombo

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

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

Booking 82 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of R13 414). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R17 752). 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 OR Tambo Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights typically cost between R13 297 and R15 342 in January.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R13 115 on Air Seychelles (Jan 10–Jan 22).

Reviews of airlines servicing Colombo

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andQatar Airways from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 630 reviews
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Entertainment

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Sanku,Jul 2026

TRV - SIN

Very bad, not able check in using the email link. Very bad quality food. No TV in front of the seats.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 630 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 630 reviews
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Entertainment

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Sanku,Jul 2026

TRV - SIN

Very bad, not able check in using the email link. Very bad quality food. No TV in front of the seats.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 686 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 630 reviews
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Entertainment

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Sanku,Jul 2026

TRV - SIN

Very bad, not able check in using the email link. Very bad quality food. No TV in front of the seats.
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 715 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 630 reviews
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Entertainment

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Sanku,Jul 2026

TRV - SIN

Very bad, not able check in using the email link. Very bad quality food. No TV in front of the seats.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 549 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 630 reviews
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Entertainment

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Sanku,Jul 2026

TRV - SIN

Very bad, not able check in using the email link. Very bad quality food. No TV in front of the seats.

Related info for your journey

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

    Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways, and Ethiopian Air can get you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in just under 13h 30m. Your travel time can differ by up to 9h 45m. The distance from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is about 6685 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is Air Seychelles. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as R9 363 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Singapore Airlines and Etihad Airways, starting at R12 243 and R12 729 round-trip. These flights start at 36% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights have a stopover in Doha most of the time.

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

    Flights departing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and landing in Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport stopover in Dubai least frequently.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to Colombo?

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of R13 414). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R17 752). 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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Fly from OR Tambo to Colombo on these airlines

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Top 6 airlines flying from OR Tambo to Colombo

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air SeychellesCheapestR9 363AverageR14 202FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR12 243AverageR13 247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR12 729AverageR15 084FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 937AverageR14 325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR13 596AverageR15 350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR15 545AverageR16 209FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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