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Cheap flights to Sri Lanka from R16 558

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CMH — CMB
May 2 — May 91
1 adult
Thu 2/5
Thu 9/5

Flights to Sri Lanka in 2024

Find the latest flights to Sri Lanka in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 624 505 searches and data was last updated on 27 April 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R13 250

Return from

R16 558
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Average for return flights in April 2024
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From Johannesburg to Colombo
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Cheap flights to Sri Lanka in April & May 2024

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The deals listed below are some of the cheapest flights available to Sri Lanka in April and May 2024. Prices refresh often so be sure to come back soon for more deals.
Cheap flights to Colombo
Sun 12/59:55JNB - CMB
1 stop16h 40mEtihad Airways
Sat 18/59:30CMB - JNB
1 stop26h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 26/4R16 558
Sun 12/513:35JNB - CMB
1 stop17h 05mQatar Airways
Fri 17/53:35CMB - JNB
1 stop16h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 26/4R17 012
Sun 12/513:25JNB - CMB
2 stops25h 35mEmirates
Fri 17/53:05CMB - JNB
1 stop21h 15mEmirates
Deal found 26/4R20 660
Sun 12/516:10JNB - CMB
3 stops20h 55mEmirates
Fri 17/53:05CMB - JNB
1 stop21h 15mEmirates
Deal found 26/4R87 100

Sri Lanka 2024 flight deals

Explore flight deals for Sri Lanka in 2024, offering the best prices and options to suit your preferences. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 624 505 searches and data were last updated on 27 April 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights to Sri Lanka in 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Sun 12/59:55JNB - CMB
1 stop16h 40mEtihad Airways
Sat 18/59:30CMB - JNB
1 stop26h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 26/4R16 558
Mon 16/1221:35JNB - CMB
2 stops21h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 31/123:25CMB - JNB
1 stop14h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4R16 766
Sun 15/127:30JNB - CMB
1 stop14h 55mQatar Airways
Sat 28/123:25CMB - JNB
1 stop14h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 26/4R16 955
Sun 15/128:40JNB - CMB
2 stops17h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 23/1223:45CMB - JNB
2 stops19h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4R16 974
Sun 15/127:30JNB - CMB
1 stop15h 55mQatar Airways
Sun 29/1211:15CMB - JNB
1 stop31h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 26/4R16 993
Sun 12/513:35JNB - CMB
1 stop17h 05mQatar Airways
Fri 17/53:35CMB - JNB
1 stop16h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 26/4R17 012

Average price of flights to Sri Lanka by month

Plan your trip to Sri Lanka by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to Sri Lanka is currently R0 while a return flight costs R55 679. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Sri Lanka (average of R667). Flying to Sri Lanka in December will prove the most costly (average of R915). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

R13 553

February

R13 515

March

R13 912

April

R13 572

May

R13 590

June

R13 968

July

R14 743

August

R13 553

September

R12 853

October

R13 023

November

R12 608

December

R17 295

Temperature and rainfall in Sri Lanka by month

Plan your trip to Sri Lanka by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

CMB

Temperature

27 - 28 °C

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?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight to Sri Lanka. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Sri Lanka, you should look to book at least 19 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.
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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 April 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Qatar Airways and Emirates to Sri Lanka have to say. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
4 064 reviews
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Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,3

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

All in all I enjoyed my experience and definitely flying with you again

Emirates
8,1
Very Good
4 064 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
4 064 reviews
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Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,3

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

All in all I enjoyed my experience and definitely flying with you again

Qatar Airways
7,7
Good
4 459 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
4 064 reviews
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Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,3

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

All in all I enjoyed my experience and definitely flying with you again

Malaysia Airlines
7,5
Good
403 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
4 064 reviews
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Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,3

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

All in all I enjoyed my experience and definitely flying with you again

Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 379 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
4 064 reviews
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Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,3

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

All in all I enjoyed my experience and definitely flying with you again

  • 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, Emirates 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 Airport is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Sri Lanka. One-way flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport typically cost R2 128, while return flights cost around R6 825.

  • How much is a return flight to Sri Lanka?

    A return flight to Sri Lanka will typically cost around R496, however they can be found for as little as R361.

  • 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 (15 hours 20 minutes).

  • Does Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport have car hire?

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

  • Are there hotels close to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Yes. Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Green Star Residence is the closest property to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (0,0 km away from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport).

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