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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from R7 310

JNB — CMB
Nov 1 — Nov 81
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

Wed 28/1013:45 -
1 stop15h 30m
Wed 4/1120:50 -
1 stop22h 15m
Deal found 30/9R13 708
Thu 24/129:25 -
1 stop20h 50m
Sat 16/111:15 -
1 stop24h 55m
Deal found 1/10R14 007
Mon 2/119:50 -
1 stop13h 30m
Thu 3/129:55 -
1 stop26h 00m
Deal found 28/9R14 189
Wed 28/109:50 -
2 stops34h 00m
Wed 4/1117:10 -
2 stops18h 45m
Deal found 30/9R14 206
Mon 2/1117:45 -
2 stops19h 15m
Thu 3/1219:30 -
2 stops21h 55m
Deal found 28/9R14 322
Sat 17/109:45 -
1 stop25h 40m
Tue 27/1016:05 -
1 stop19h 50m
Deal found 28/9R14 570
Sat 17/109:45 -
1 stop13h 45m
Sat 31/1016:05 -
1 stop19h 50m
Deal found 28/9R14 603
Mon 26/109:50 -
1 stop18h 50m
Fri 30/104:00 -
1 stop31h 55m
Deal found 28/9R14 769
Thu 15/109:45 -
1 stop25h 40m
Tue 27/1021:35 -
1 stop14h 20m
Deal found 28/9R14 819

Find flight deals from OR Tambo to Colombo

Round-trip from

R13 708

One-way from

R7 310

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R14 007
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 28/10-4/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to Colombo
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 2/11-31/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 15h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to Colombo
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R16 401 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 650 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 2/11

13:45-8:45

1 stop15h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R7 310

JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/11

1:35-5:35

2 stops24h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R8 039

JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/12

9:50-23:20

2 stops34h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R8 454

JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 30/11

14:30-3:30

3 stops33h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R9 399

JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 4/12

12:05-22:15

3 stops30h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R9 614

JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 25/12

23:00-5:00

2 stops26h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R10 144
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/12

9:50-2:50

1 stop13h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R10 211

JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 4/12

9:50-2:50

1 stop13h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R10 211

JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/12

9:50-8:10

1 stop18h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R10 377

JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 25/12

18:45-16:30

3 stops42h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R13 178

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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 377). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R17 686). 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 typical for this route at the moment.

Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights typically cost between R13 360 and R14 537 in October.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R13 708 on Qatar Airways (Oct 28–Nov 4).

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
1 619 reviews
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Food

7,8

Crew

8,7

Entertainment

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Sept 2026

SIN - SEA

One would expect that one of a major global airlines has ability to cancel the flight without 50% charge when there are very clear, urgent, and extremely serious health reasons with doctor notes. But one would be wrong.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 619 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 619 reviews
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Food

7,8

Crew

8,7

Entertainment

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Sept 2026

SIN - SEA

One would expect that one of a major global airlines has ability to cancel the flight without 50% charge when there are very clear, urgent, and extremely serious health reasons with doctor notes. But one would be wrong.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 667 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 619 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Crew

8,7

Entertainment

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Sept 2026

SIN - SEA

One would expect that one of a major global airlines has ability to cancel the flight without 50% charge when there are very clear, urgent, and extremely serious health reasons with doctor notes. But one would be wrong.
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 726 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 619 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Crew

8,7

Entertainment

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Sept 2026

SIN - SEA

One would expect that one of a major global airlines has ability to cancel the flight without 50% charge when there are very clear, urgent, and extremely serious health reasons with doctor notes. But one would be wrong.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 540 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 619 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Crew

8,7

Entertainment

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Sept 2026

SIN - SEA

One would expect that one of a major global airlines has ability to cancel the flight without 50% charge when there are very clear, urgent, and extremely serious health reasons with doctor notes. But one would be wrong.

Related info for your journey

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

    Etihad Airways can get you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in just under 18h 50m. Your travel time can differ by up to . The distance from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is about 6685 km.

  • 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 781 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Singapore Airlines and Etihad Airways, starting at R12 209 and R12 694 round-trip. These flights start at 39% 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 589. Etihad Airways flights start at R7 052 while deals on Emirates start at R8 828 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 Dubai most of the time.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Dubai?

    Dubai Mall, Naif Souq, and Gold Souq are currently the most popular points of interest in Dubai at the moment. Dubai Mall, Naif Souq, and Gold Souq are located about 10,5 km, 6,3 km, and 6,8 km, respectively from Dubai Intl. Travellers can book a car hire at Dubai Intl for about R431 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • 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 Doha 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 377). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R17 686). 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 SeychellesCheapestR8 781AverageR13 350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR12 209AverageR13 068FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR12 694AverageR15 270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 867AverageR14 144FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR13 559AverageR15 308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR15 085AverageR16 170FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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