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Cheap flights from Sri Lanka to South Africa from R10 886

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 12/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMB — JNB
Dec 4 — Dec 111
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 4 November 2025.

Thu 18/124:00CMB - JNB
2 stops19h 40mMultiple Airlines
Fri 26/1223:00JNB - CMB
2 stops26h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/11R13 810
Fri 19/1221:35CMB - JNB
2 stops26h 05mEthiopian Air
Fri 26/1223:00JNB - CMB
2 stops26h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/11R13 897
Fri 19/129:50CMB - JNB
1 stop26h 00mEtihad Airways
Fri 26/129:50JNB - CMB
1 stop18h 55mEtihad Airways
Deal found 4/11R21 996

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 4 November 2025.

Round-trip from

R13 222

One-way from

R10 886
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 12/2-16/2
  • 4 total stops
  • 66h 55m total
  • Sri Lanka to South Africa
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Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 12/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 45m total
  • Sri Lanka to South Africa
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ColomboJohannesburg

CMB - JNB

CMBJNB

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 12/2

18:40-3:55

2 stops36h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/2

14:30-0:10

2 stops30h 10m

R13 222

ColomboJohannesburg

CMB - JNB

CMBJNB

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 11/2

0:45-6:10

1 stop32h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/2

13:40-10:45

1 stop17h 35m

R25 665

ColomboJohannesburg

CMB - JNB

CMBJNB

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 11/2

2:40-16:35

1 stop17h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/2

18:50-18:25

2 stops20h 05m

R28 365

ColomboJohannesburg

CMB - JNB

CMBJNB

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 12/12

18:40-3:55

2 stops36h 45m

R10 886

ColomboJohannesburg

CMB - JNB

CMBJNB

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 12/12

18:50-15:35

1 stop24h 15m

R14 693

ColomboJohannesburg

CMB - JNB

CMBJNB

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 11/12

0:45-7:25

1 stop34h 10m

R16 891

ColomboJohannesburg

CMB - JNB

CMBJNB

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 11/12

4:15-11:00

2 stops34h 15m

R19 919

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Deals found on 2/11

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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 4 November 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
1 285 reviews
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Crew

7,8

Food

7,2

Boarding

7,6

Comfort

7,3

Overall

7,4

Entertainment

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Oct 2025

AUH - JFK

Due to an emergency surgery my infant had, we couldn’t make the flight. And etihad refused to refund it or reschedule for a later time. The worst call center i have ever experienced in my life.
Etihad Airways
7,4
Good
1 285 reviews
Etihad Airways
7,4
Good
1 285 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7,8

Food

7,2

Boarding

7,6

Comfort

7,3

Overall

7,4

Entertainment

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Oct 2025

AUH - JFK

Due to an emergency surgery my infant had, we couldn’t make the flight. And etihad refused to refund it or reschedule for a later time. The worst call center i have ever experienced in my life.

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 Singapore Airlines fly from Sri Lanka to South Africa in about 32h 55m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 3h 50m. 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.

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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR20 303AverageR21 537FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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