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R7 012+ Cheap flights to Sri Lanka

— CMB
Oct 7 — Oct 141
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Sri Lanka in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Sri Lanka

Mon 7/99:45 -
1 stop19h 20m
Sun 20/916:20 -
1 stop19h 30m
Deal found 4/9R12 430
Thu 22/109:45 -
1 stop19h 20m
Thu 29/1021:35 -
1 stop14h 15m
Deal found 7/9R12 462
Wed 21/109:45 -
1 stop19h 20m
Wed 28/104:00 -
1 stop31h 50m
Deal found 6/9R12 764
Mon 9/119:50 -
1 stop30h 55m
Sat 21/1116:05 -
1 stop19h 45m
Deal found 6/9R13 226
Mon 26/109:50 -
1 stop18h 50m
Fri 30/104:00 -
1 stop31h 50m
Deal found 2/9R13 481
Thu 22/109:45 -
1 stop31h 20m
Thu 29/1014:35 -
3 stops21h 15m
Deal found 7/9R13 673

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R12 462

One-way from

R7 012

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R13 402
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 22/10-29/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 35m total
  • Johannesburg to Colombo
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 27/11-31/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 26h 55m total
  • Johannesburg to Sri Lanka
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R956 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R341 potential savings vs. average return price).
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JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/12

13:50-3:50

1 stop10h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R7 745

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

4:00-8:20

1 stop31h 50m

R13 481

JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 26/10

23:00-5:00

2 stops26h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 30/10

18:40-13:30

2 stops22h 20m

R16 892

JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 18/9

22:50-5:00

2 stops26h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 26/9

18:30-20:10

2 stops29h 10m

R16 924

JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 12/1

23:00-5:00

2 stops26h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 19/1

18:40-20:10

2 stops29h 00m

R16 955

JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 8/1

23:00-5:00

2 stops26h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 18/1

18:40-20:10

2 stops29h 00m

R16 955

JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/1

23:00-23:50

2 stops21h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 21/1

18:40-13:30

2 stops22h 20m

R16 955

JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 18/9

22:50-5:00

2 stops26h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 24/9

18:30-13:30

2 stops22h 30m

R16 955

JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 26/10

9:25-8:45

3 stops19h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 30/10

18:50-15:35

1 stop24h 15m

R17 386

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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 16 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 297
Emirates
Emirates
From R14 262
Etihad Airways
Etihad Airways
From R12 328
Singapore Airlines
Singapore Airlines
From R11 737

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 78 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
1 596 reviews
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Entertainment

8,1

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

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
1 596 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 596 reviews
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Entertainment

8,1

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

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
3 653 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 596 reviews
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Entertainment

8,1

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

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
3 731 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 596 reviews
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Entertainment

8,1

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

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
1 596 reviews
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Entertainment

8,1

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

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
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 040 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 596 reviews
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Entertainment

8,1

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

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.

  • 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 (16 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. 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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