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R7 064+ 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 22/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— CMB
dic. 27 — ene. 31
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Sri Lanka in 2025

Find the latest flights to Sri Lanka in 2025, 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 27 noviembre 2025.

Return from

R13 083

One-way from

R7 064

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R13 631
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 17/1-30/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 62h 50m total
  • Johannesburg to Colombo
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 22/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 23h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to Sri Lanka
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R1 105 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R388 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for return flights in November 2025
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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 27 noviembre 2025.

mié. 17/128:20JNB - CMB
2 stops32h 30mEthiopian Air
mié. 24/1218:40CMB - JNB
2 stops29h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 25/11R15 260
lun. 29/128:20JNB - CMB
2 stops36h 20mEthiopian Air
mié. 1/418:25CMB - JNB
2 stops29h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 25/11R15 363
mar. 16/1223:00JNB - CMB
2 stops21h 40mEthiopian Air
sáb. 27/1216:30CMB - JNB
2 stops31h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 27/11R17 163
mié. 17/128:20JNB - CMB
2 stops41h 10mEthiopian Air
lun. 29/1216:30CMB - JNB
2 stops24h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 27/11R17 506
mié. 17/1214:30JNB - CMB
2 stops26h 20mMultiple Airlines
mar. 23/121:45CMB - JNB
2 stops29h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11R17 798
mié. 24/1223:00JNB - CMB
2 stops26h 30mMultiple Airlines
jue. 1/117:20CMB - JNB
2 stops23h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11R18 775

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 19/1

9:50-2:50

1 stop13h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

lun. 26/1

4:00-8:20

1 stop31h 50m

R13 340

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 19/1

9:50-2:50

1 stop13h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

jue. 29/1

4:00-8:20

1 stop31h 50m

R13 340

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 19/1

9:50-2:50

1 stop13h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

jue. 29/1

16:30-8:20

1 stop19h 20m

R13 340

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sáb. 17/1

9:50-20:20

1 stop31h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

lun. 26/1

4:00-8:20

1 stop31h 50m

R13 425

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 19/1

9:50-2:50

1 stop13h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

sáb. 31/1

21:35-8:20

1 stop14h 15m

R13 563

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 7/1

23:00-5:00

2 stops26h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

mié. 14/1

18:40-20:10

2 stops29h 00m

R15 569

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 14/1

14:30-5:00

2 stops35h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

jue. 29/1

18:40-13:05

2 stops21h 55m

R15 877

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

vie. 16/1

8:20-5:00

2 stops41h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

lun. 2/2

18:40-13:05

2 stops21h 55m

R15 877

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sáb. 17/1

23:00-5:00

2 stops26h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

sáb. 31/1

18:40-20:10

2 stops29h 00m

R15 877

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

jue. 22/1

20:30-3:50

3 stops27h 50m

R8 179

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Deals found on 26/11

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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 19 hours 20 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.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Sri Lanka?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Users looking for the lowest fares to Sri Lanka should consider flying on Sunday afternoons, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Friday afternoons, when prices are usually at their highest.

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 291
Emirates
Emirates
From R13 541
Singapore Airlines
Singapore Airlines
From R12 108
Etihad Airways
Etihad Airways
From R13 279

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 27 noviembre 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, Singapore Airlines, 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.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 422 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 422 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 422 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 410 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 422 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 677 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 422 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Etihad Airways
7,4
Good
1 312 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 422 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
899 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 422 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

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 345, while return flights cost around R2 728.

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

    For those looking to save time traveling to Sri Lanka, Cape Town Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (18 hours 5 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. Green Star Residence is the closest property to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (0,0 km away from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl).

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