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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from R7 483

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 3/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CMB
Aug 15 — Aug 221
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Colombo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Colombo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 July 2026.

Fri 11/914:05
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop15h 25m
Qatar Airways
Sat 26/920:20
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop16h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 16/7R14 231
Mon 16/119:50
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop18h 55m
Etihad Airways
Wed 18/114:00
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop31h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 13/7R14 574
Thu 5/119:50
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop31h 00m
Etihad Airways
Mon 9/1116:30
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop19h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 12/7R14 705
Sat 29/819:10
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop18h 10m
Emirates
Sat 5/922:05
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop21h 40m
Emirates
Deal found 15/7R15 244
Fri 11/914:05
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop23h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 26/921:30
CMB
-
JNB
2 stops26h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/7R15 342
Fri 11/917:45
JNB
-
CMB
2 stops19h 35m
RwandAir
Sat 26/94:35
CMB
-
JNB
2 stops36h 20m
RwandAir
Deal found 16/7R16 878
Mon 16/1117:45
JNB
-
CMB
2 stops28h 40m
RwandAir
Thu 19/1119:30
CMB
-
JNB
2 stops21h 25m
RwandAir
Deal found 13/7R16 894

Find flight deals from OR Tambo to Colombo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) 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 16 July 2026.

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R14 231

One-way from

R7 483

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December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R13 708
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 11/9-26/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to Colombo
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  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to Colombo
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport that are best for you.

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Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/11

9:50-8:15

1 stop18h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 18/11

4:00-8:20

1 stop31h 50m

R14 574

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/11

9:50-20:20

1 stop31h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 9/11

16:30-8:20

1 stop19h 20m

R14 705
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 29/8

19:10-16:50

1 stop18h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 5/9

22:05-16:15

1 stop21h 40m

R15 244

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 11/9

14:05-16:50

1 stop23h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 26/9

21:30-20:10

2 stops26h 10m

R15 342

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 11/9

17:45-16:50

2 stops19h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 26/9

4:35-13:25

2 stops36h 20m

R16 878

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/11

17:45-1:55

2 stops28h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 19/11

19:30-13:25

2 stops21h 25m

R16 894

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 29/8

14:05-3:50

3 stops34h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 5/9

21:30-13:25

2 stops19h 25m

R17 123

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/11

22:50-5:00

2 stops26h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 9/11

18:40-20:10

2 stops29h 00m

R17 384

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 14/8

20:55-16:50

1 stop16h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 28/8

22:00-3:55

2 stops33h 25m

R17 875
Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 2/1

13:45-16:30

1 stop23h 15m

R9 068

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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 67 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of R13 071). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R16 617). 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?

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 16 July 2026.
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
1 573 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,1

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

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
1 573 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 573 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,1

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

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
3 628 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 573 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,1

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

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
7,3
Good
3 743 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 573 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,1

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

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
1 479 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 573 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,1

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

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
1 010 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 573 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,1

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Etihad Airways and Emirates can get you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in just under 18h 10m. Your travel time can differ by up to 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 R8 655 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Singapore Airlines and Qatar Airways, starting at R12 057 and R12 429 round-trip. These flights start at 38% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Qatar Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R6 452. Etihad Airways flights start at R6 951 while deals on Emirates start at R8 702 one-way.

  • 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of R13 071). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R16 617). 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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Choose from the following airlines for your flight from OR Tambo to Colombo. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 16 July 2026.
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Top 6 airlines flying from OR Tambo to Colombo

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo to Colombo. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 16 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air SeychellesCheapestR8 655AverageR12 782FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR12 057AverageR12 732FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 429AverageR13 622FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR12 626AverageR14 356FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 014AverageR14 995FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR15 009AverageR15 723FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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