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Cheap flights from Sri Lanka to South Africa from R13 265

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMB — JNB
Oct 14 — Oct 211
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheap flight deals from Sri Lanka to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Sri Lanka to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 14 September 2025.

Round-trip from

R13 265

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

July

Average price

R20 574
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 12/2-16/2
  • 4 total stops
  • 63h 15m total
  • Sri Lanka to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R20 673 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (R15 526 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
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Cheapest flights from Sri Lanka to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sri Lanka to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 14 September 2025.

Sat 13/923:40CMB - JNB
2 stops16h 55mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/1014:30JNB - CMB
2 stops34h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/9R19 480
Sat 13/921:50CMB - JNB
1 stop14h 00mEtihad Airways
Fri 10/109:50JNB - CMB
1 stop13h 30mEtihad Airways
Deal found 13/9R25 019
Sat 13/921:50CMB - JNB
1 stop14h 00mEtihad Airways
Thu 9/109:50JNB - CMB
1 stop13h 30mEtihad Airways
Deal found 13/9R25 730
Sat 13/921:50CMB - JNB
1 stop14h 00mEtihad Airways
Sun 12/109:50JNB - CMB
1 stop13h 30mEtihad Airways
Deal found 13/9R25 991
Sat 13/921:50CMB - JNB
2 stops33h 35mEthiopian Air
Sun 12/1014:30JNB - CMB
2 stops21h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 13/9R26 790
Sat 13/921:50CMB - JNB
1 stop14h 00mEtihad Airways
Mon 13/109:50JNB - CMB
1 stop19h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 13/9R28 317
Sat 13/921:50CMB - JNB
2 stops18h 45mEthiopian Air
Tue 7/1022:50JNB - CMB
2 stops37h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 13/9R28 387
Sat 13/921:50CMB - JNB
1 stop14h 00mEtihad Airways
Sat 11/109:50JNB - CMB
1 stop26h 05mEtihad Airways
Deal found 13/9R28 751
Sat 13/921:50CMB - JNB
1 stop14h 00mEtihad Airways
Wed 8/1021:45JNB - CMB
2 stops38h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 13/9R37 241

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South Africa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColomboJohannesburg

CMB - JNB

CMBJNB

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 12/2

18:40-3:55

2 stops36h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/2

23:00-5:00

2 stops26h 30m

R13 265

ColomboJohannesburg

CMB - JNB

CMBJNB

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 11/2

4:00-8:20

1 stop31h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/2

9:50-20:20

1 stop31h 00m

R15 313

ColomboJohannesburg

CMB - JNB

CMBJNB

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 11/2

1:45-16:35

1 stop18h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/2

22:20-18:25

2 stops16h 35m

R28 456

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Deals found on 12/9

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Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. 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 South Africa. Reviews last updated 14 September 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Etihad Airways from Sri Lanka to South Africa have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Etihad Airways
7,4
Good
1 250 reviews
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Crew

7,8

Entertainment

7,3

Overall

7,4

Food

7,2

Comfort

7,3

Boarding

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AUH - HYD

The AC is poor ,inspite of letting the flight attendents know they did not increase the AC.Food is very bad.
Etihad Airways
7,4
Good
1 250 reviews
Etihad Airways
7,4
Good
1 250 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7,8

Entertainment

7,3

Overall

7,4

Food

7,2

Comfort

7,3

Boarding

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AUH - HYD

The AC is poor ,inspite of letting the flight attendents know they did not increase the AC.Food is very bad.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sri Lanka to South Africa. 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 Sri Lanka to South Africa?

    Airlines like Ethiopian Air and Etihad Airways fly from Sri Lanka to South Africa in about 31h 50m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 4h 55m. The distance between Sri Lanka and South Africa is about 6685 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sri Lanka to South Africa that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Sri Lanka to South Africa flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Sri Lanka to South Africa?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Sri Lanka to South Africa.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Sri Lanka to South Africa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sri Lanka to South Africa 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 Sri Lanka to South Africa?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sri Lanka to South Africa (average of R89). Flying from Sri Lanka to South Africa in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR20 368AverageR20 895FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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