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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from R7 072

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 30/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CMB
Jul 20 — Jul 271
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl are usually found in February or November, booked 4 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap 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 15 July 2025.

Round-trip from

R14 198

One-way from

R7 072

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R17 206
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 15/10-22/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 55m total
  • Johannesburg to Colombo
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30/12
  • 30/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 24h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to Colombo
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R18 067 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R8 216 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 15 July 2025.

Wed 15/109:50JNB - CMB
1 stop19h 10mEtihad Airways
Wed 22/1010:05CMB - JNB
1 stop25h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 12/7R14 198
Thu 28/820:25JNB - CMB
1 stop16h 55mQatar Airways
Thu 4/94:35CMB - JNB
1 stop15h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 14/7R14 681
Mon 25/819:50JNB - CMB
1 stop24h 15mSingapore Airlines
Sun 7/90:50CMB - JNB
1 stop21h 15mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 14/7R14 753
Thu 28/89:50JNB - CMB
3 stops23h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/93:30CMB - JNB
3 stops32h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/7R14 932
Mon 25/814:30JNB - CMB
2 stops26h 35mEthiopian Air
Mon 8/916:30CMB - JNB
2 stops31h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 14/7R15 326
Thu 28/822:20JNB - CMB
2 stops16h 40mEmirates
Thu 4/922:05CMB - JNB
1 stop26h 15mEmirates
Deal found 14/7R16 454
Wed 15/1017:55JNB - CMB
1 stop31h 50mTurkish Airlines
Sun 19/1022:15CMB - JNB
1 stop39h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 12/7R17 098
Sun 10/811:20JNB - CMB
1 stop32h 40mCathay Pacific
Tue 19/80:50CMB - JNB
1 stop34h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 14/7R18 316
Tue 14/103:10JNB - CMB
2 stops34h 10mRwandAir
Tue 21/103:35CMB - JNB
2 stops26h 15mRwandAir
Deal found 12/7R19 372

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customise your flight search to find flights from OR Tambo to Colombo that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 15 July 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

OR Tambo

Fly to

Colombo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/10

9:50-8:30

1 stop19h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 22/10

10:05-8:20

1 stop25h 45m

R14 198

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 28/8

20:25-16:50

1 stop16h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 4/9

4:35-16:10

1 stop15h 05m

R14 681

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 25/8

19:50-23:35

1 stop24h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 7/9

0:50-18:35

1 stop21h 15m

R14 753

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 28/8

9:50-12:50

3 stops23h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 3/9

3:30-8:20

3 stops32h 20m

R14 932

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 25/8

14:30-20:35

2 stops26h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 8/9

16:30-20:10

2 stops31h 10m

R15 326

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 28/8

22:20-18:30

2 stops16h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 4/9

22:05-20:50

1 stop26h 15m

R16 454

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/10

17:55-5:15

1 stop31h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 19/10

22:15-10:35

1 stop39h 50m

R17 098

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 10/8

11:20-23:30

1 stop32h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 19/8

0:50-7:40

1 stop34h 20m

R18 316

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 14/10

3:10-16:50

2 stops34h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 21/10

3:35-2:20

2 stops26h 15m

R19 372

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 30/12

1:35-5:35

2 stops24h 30m

R7 072

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Colombo

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Colombo from OR Tambo with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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 11 July 2025.

Booking 4 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 R722). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R973). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JNB to CMB?

Find hourly flight availability from OR Tambo to Colombo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 15 July 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 29% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from OR Tambo to Colombo. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 15 July 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andCathay Pacific 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.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 285 reviews
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Overall

8,1

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 285 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 285 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 326 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 285 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
933 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 285 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 602 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 285 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
Etihad Airways
7,4
Good
1 222 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 285 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

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.

  • 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 Etihad Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as R14 198 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Qatar Airways and Singapore Airlines, starting at R14 681 and R14 753 round-trip. These flights start at 5% 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 Air Seychelles, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R8 773. Qatar Airways flights start at R9 042 while deals on Emirates start at R10 832 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 R722). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R973). 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 5 airlines flying from OR Tambo to Colombo

Discover the top 5 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 15 July 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR12 491AverageR13 783FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 504AverageR13 900FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR13 010AverageR19 041FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR13 927AverageR18 740FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR19 241AverageR20 225FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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