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R6 245+ Cheap flights to Sri Lanka

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Apr 5 — Apr 121
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1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Sri Lanka in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Sri Lanka
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Sri Lanka. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 6 March 2026.

Mon 30/314:15
JNB
-
CMB
2 stops29h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 6/423:40
CMB
-
JNB
2 stops17h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/3R12 456
Sun 15/312:45
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop17h 30m
Qatar Airways
Sun 22/310:15
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop21h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/3R12 556
Sun 5/412:40
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop24h 40m
Qatar Airways
Sun 12/420:20
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop23h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/3R12 639
Thu 16/414:45
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop23h 30m
Qatar Airways
Wed 22/43:15
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop16h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/3R12 755
Mon 3/819:50
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop24h 15m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 17/80:50
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop21h 15m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 2/3R12 772
Tue 16/619:50
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop24h 15m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 22/60:50
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop21h 15m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 4/3R12 838

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Find the latest flights to Sri Lanka in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 6 March 2026.

Return from

R12 456

One-way from

R6 245

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R13 071
30/3-6/4
  • 30/3-6/4
  • 4 total stops
  • 46h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to Colombo
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30/3
  • 30/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 29h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to Sri Lanka
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R303 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 15/5

9:50-14:55

1 stop25h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 19/5

16:20-8:20

1 stop19h 30m

R14 366

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 16/4

14:30-20:35

2 stops26h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 23/4

16:20-13:05

2 stops24h 15m

R14 699

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/4

8:20-14:55

2 stops27h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 27/4

18:30-13:05

2 stops22h 05m

R14 715

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 28/6

9:50-14:55

1 stop25h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 11/7

21:50-8:20

1 stop14h 00m

R15 031

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 4/7

9:50-3:00

1 stop13h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 16/7

16:20-8:20

1 stop19h 30m

R15 031

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 28/6

14:30-20:35

2 stops26h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 11/7

16:20-13:05

2 stops24h 15m

R15 047

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 4/7

14:30-0:05

2 stops30h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 16/7

18:30-13:05

2 stops22h 05m

R15 064
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/4

13:30-8:30

1 stop15h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 27/4

20:35-10:15

2 stops17h 10m

R15 114

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 29/4

20:40-17:45

1 stop17h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 5/5

3:15-16:10

1 stop16h 25m

R15 197

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 15/5

14:30-14:55

2 stops20h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 19/5

21:50-13:05

2 stops18h 45m

R15 313

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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 13 hours 40 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 Etihad Airways.

Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From R12 423
Emirates
Emirates
From R13 762
Singapore Airlines
Singapore Airlines
From R11 972
Etihad Airways
Etihad Airways
From R12 848

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Sri Lanka?

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

Rainfall in Sri Lanka by month

Plan your trip to Sri Lanka by taking into account the average rainfall totals 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

Plan your trip to Sri Lanka by taking into account the average temperature totals 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).

Reviews of airlines servicing Sri Lanka

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sri Lanka. 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 Sri Lanka. Reviews last updated 6 March 2026.
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
1 468 reviews
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Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 468 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 468 reviews
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Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 539 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 468 reviews
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Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 746 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 468 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 424 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 468 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
961 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 468 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.

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, Singapore Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Sri Lanka.

  • 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 (13 hours 40 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. As Tours is the closest property to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (0,0 km away from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl).

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