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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from R6 137

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 22/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CMB
May 22 — May 291
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 22 April 2026.

Sun 28/69:50
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop31h 15m
Etihad Airways
Sat 11/716:20
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop19h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 18/4R13 128
Fri 24/720:55
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop16h 25m
Qatar Airways
Tue 11/820:20
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop16h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 21/4R13 145
Thu 23/712:40
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop17h 30m
Qatar Airways
Tue 11/810:30
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop21h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 18/4R13 178
Fri 24/79:50
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop13h 40m
Etihad Airways
Tue 11/810:00
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop25h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 20/4R13 194
Fri 8/512:40
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop17h 40m
Qatar Airways
Fri 15/58:50
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop22h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 20/4R13 260
Wed 19/820:55
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop16h 25m
Qatar Airways
Thu 27/83:35
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop15h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 22/4R13 325
Sat 25/79:50
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop13h 40m
Etihad Airways
Tue 11/816:20
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop19h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 18/4R13 342
Tue 19/512:40
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop17h 40m
Qatar Airways
Fri 29/520:00
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop18h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 21/4R13 358
Wed 22/419:50
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop17h 30m
Qatar Airways
Wed 29/420:20
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop17h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 19/4R13 571

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 22 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R13 128

One-way from

R6 137

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R13 850
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 28/6-11/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 50h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to Colombo
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22/5
  • 22/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 55m total
  • Johannesburg to Colombo
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R8 542 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R4 685 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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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JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 24/7

20:55-16:50

1 stop16h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 11/8

20:20-9:00

1 stop16h 10m

R13 145

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 8/5

10:05-18:30

2 stops28h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 15/5

20:35-10:15

2 stops17h 10m

R14 933

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 19/5

22:20-18:30

2 stops16h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 30/5

20:35-10:15

2 stops17h 10m

R15 491

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 23/5

12:40-9:50

1 stop17h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 26/5

8:50-4:00

1 stop22h 40m

R15 885

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 24/7

16:50-16:50

2 stops20h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 11/8

4:35-14:20

2 stops37h 15m

R16 328

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/8

10:05-18:30

2 stops28h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 28/8

20:35-10:15

2 stops41h 10m

R16 525

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 24/7

9:25-9:40

3 stops20h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 11/8

20:20-15:20

1 stop22h 30m

R17 165
Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 16/6

12:40-9:00

1 stop16h 50m

R7 598

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/8

12:40-9:00

1 stop16h 50m

R7 614

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/8

12:40-9:40

1 stop17h 30m

R7 614

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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?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from OR Tambo to Colombo. Price data was last updated on 17 April 2026.

Booking 51 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 013). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R17 264). 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 22 April 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
1 502 reviews
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Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 502 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 502 reviews
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Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 560 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 502 reviews
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Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 730 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 502 reviews
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Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 433 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 502 reviews
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Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 004 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 502 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

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?

    Qatar Airways and Emirates can get you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in just under 16h 50m. Your travel time can differ by up to 12h 05m. 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 Singapore Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as R12 099 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Qatar Airways and Air Seychelles, starting at R12 405 and R12 444 round-trip. These flights start at 14% 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 457. Etihad Airways flights start at R6 981 while deals on Emirates start at R8 740 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, 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 013). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R17 264). 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

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 22 April 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 22 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR12 099AverageR12 907FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 405AverageR13 519FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Air SeychellesCheapestR12 444AverageR12 917FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR12 695AverageR14 716FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 076AverageR15 060FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR15 130AverageR16 249FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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