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R7 503+ Cheap flights to Sri Lanka

— CMB
Oct 22 — Oct 291
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Sri Lanka in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Sri Lanka

Sun 8/1113:50 -
1 stop10h 30m
Fri 4/125:00 -
1 stop11h 00m
Deal found 20/9R12 586
Mon 2/1113:45 -
1 stop15h 30m
Sun 8/114:15 -
1 stop14h 50m
Deal found 18/9R12 960
Fri 20/1120:20 -
1 stop16h 40m
Wed 25/113:25 -
1 stop15h 40m
Deal found 22/9R12 992
Sat 21/1120:20 -
1 stop16h 40m
Sat 28/1119:30 -
1 stop23h 35m
Deal found 22/9R13 447
Thu 5/1113:45 -
1 stop23h 15m
Wed 11/114:15 -
1 stop14h 50m
Deal found 21/9R13 479
Sat 26/99:45 -
1 stop13h 45m
Sun 11/1016:20 -
1 stop19h 30m
Deal found 20/9R13 609

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Return from

R12 586

One-way from

R7 503

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R13 820
Air Seychelles
  • Air Seychelles
  • 8/11-4/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 21h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to Colombo
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28/2-31/12
  • 28/2-31/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to Sri Lanka
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R921 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R277 potential savings vs. average return price).
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JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 10/1

17:00-5:35

2 stops33h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R7 811

JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 26/10

9:50-8:10

1 stop18h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 30/10

4:00-8:25

1 stop31h 55m

R14 567

JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/11

18:50-18:25

2 stops20h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 12/11

21:50-10:25

1 stop16h 05m

R15 331

JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/11

13:45-16:30

1 stop23h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 21/12

10:15-3:55

1 stop21h 10m

R16 175

JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/11

17:45-16:30

2 stops19h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 21/12

3:25-2:20

2 stops26h 25m

R16 792

JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 20/1

9:50-14:50

1 stop25h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 19/2

9:55-8:20

1 stop25h 55m

R16 987

JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 21/12

23:00-5:00

2 stops26h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 22/2

18:40-20:10

2 stops29h 00m

R17 182

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 24/2

18:40-20:10

2 stops29h 00m

R17 182

JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 27/11

23:00-5:00

2 stops26h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 21/12

18:40-13:30

2 stops22h 20m

R17 198

JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/11

23:00-5:00

2 stops26h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 22/12

18:40-20:10

2 stops29h 00m

R17 198

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Best time to book a flight to Sri Lanka

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Sri Lanka

How long is the flight to Sri Lanka?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka takes 10 hours 30 minutes. Flights to Sri Lanka from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Sri Lanka?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka are Qatar Airways, Emirates and Singapore Airlines.

Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From R12 575
Emirates
Emirates
From R14 503
Singapore Airlines
Singapore Airlines
From R11 962
Etihad Airways
Etihad Airways
From R12 437

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Sri Lanka?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka are Air Seychelles, Singapore Airlines and Etihad Airways.

Rainfall in Sri Lanka by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Sri Lanka ranges from 60.0 - 350.0 mm per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 350.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Sri Lanka when rainfall is around 60.0 mm.

Temperature in Sri Lanka by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Sri Lanka, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, March is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 27.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to Sri Lanka?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Sri Lanka, you should look to book at least 77 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

Reviews of airlines servicing Sri Lanka

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andQatar Airways to Sri Lanka to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 607 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,1

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Matt,Jun 2026

SIN - CMB

Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 607 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 607 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,1

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Matt,Jun 2026

SIN - CMB

Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 663 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 607 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,1

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Matt,Jun 2026

SIN - CMB

Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 732 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 607 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,1

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Matt,Jun 2026

SIN - CMB

Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 533 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 607 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,1

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Matt,Jun 2026

SIN - CMB

Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello

FAQs about flying to Sri Lanka

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Sri Lanka if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Sri Lanka on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Sri Lanka?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Air Seychelles is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Sri Lanka.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Sri Lanka?

    Colombo Bandaranaike Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Sri Lanka. One-way flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl typically cost R2 894, while return flights cost around R6 484.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Sri Lanka depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Sri Lanka, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (10 hours 30 minutes).

  • Does Colombo Bandaranaike Intl have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Colombo Bandaranaike Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl?

    Yes. Colombo Bandaranaike Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Bleu Pearl in Katunayake Srilanka is the closest property to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (0,0 km away from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl).

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