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R7 478+ Cheap flights to Sri Lanka

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 23/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Jun 7 — Jun 141
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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 8 May 2026.

Mon 15/69:50
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop13h 40m
Etihad Airways
Sun 28/616:20
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop19h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/5R12 878
Fri 22/512:40
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop17h 40m
Qatar Airways
Fri 29/520:20
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop17h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 8/5R13 042
Mon 25/512:40
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop17h 40m
Qatar Airways
Mon 1/611:20
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop20h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/5R13 205
Wed 19/812:40
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop17h 30m
Qatar Airways
Fri 28/811:25
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop20h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/5R13 222
Wed 19/812:40
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop17h 30m
Qatar Airways
Wed 26/810:30
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop21h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/5R13 287
Sat 6/612:40
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop17h 40m
Qatar Airways
Fri 12/618:45
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop19h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/5R13 451

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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 8 May 2026.

Return from

R12 878

One-way from

R7 478

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R14 514
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 15/6-28/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 10m total
  • Johannesburg to Colombo
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 23/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 40m total
  • Johannesburg to Sri Lanka
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R554 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R288 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for return flights in May 2026
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JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 22/6

20:55-16:50

1 stop16h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 25/6

20:20-9:00

1 stop16h 10m

R15 578

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 22/5

12:40-9:50

1 stop17h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 29/5

4:05-8:10

3 stops31h 35m

R15 594

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 19/5

12:40-9:50

1 stop17h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 25/5

8:50-4:00

1 stop22h 40m

R15 758

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 18/5

12:40-9:50

1 stop17h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 21/5

20:20-10:30

1 stop17h 40m

R15 758

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 28/6

12:40-16:50

1 stop24h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 11/7

18:45-4:00

1 stop36h 45m

R16 445

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 22/8

15:05-9:00

2 stops38h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 29/8

10:30-4:00

1 stop21h 00m

R16 674

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 17/10

14:30-14:55

2 stops20h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 25/10

21:35-13:05

2 stops19h 00m

R17 771

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 28/6

14:30-14:55

2 stops20h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 11/7

18:30-13:25

2 stops22h 25m

R17 787

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 19/5

22:50-5:00

2 stops26h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 24/5

21:50-20:10

2 stops25h 50m

R17 951
Cheapest one-way
Fastest single journey

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 24/7

12:40-9:40

1 stop17h 30m

R7 478

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Sri Lanka

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 27 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.

How long is the flight to Sri Lanka?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka takes 17 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, Etihad Airways and Emirates.

Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From R12 370
Emirates
Emirates
From R14 744
Etihad Airways
Etihad Airways
From R12 651
Singapore Airlines
Singapore Airlines
From R12 065

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 8 May 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
1 510 reviews
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Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

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
1 510 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 510 reviews
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Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

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
3 572 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 510 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

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
3 728 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 510 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

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
1 434 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 510 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

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
1 000 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 510 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

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.

  • 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 238, while return flights cost around R4 596.

  • How much is a return flight to Sri Lanka?

    A return flight to Sri Lanka will typically cost around R5 041, however they can be found for as little as R4 596.

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

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