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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Sri Lanka from R8 833

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 23/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — CMB
Mar 22 — Mar 291
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to Sri Lanka

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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Sri Lanka
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to Sri Lanka. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 February 2026.

Tue 1/919:30
CPT
-
CMB
1 stop18h 45m
Qatar Airways
Thu 24/94:35
CMB
-
CPT
1 stop16h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 16/2R12 654
Thu 16/413:00
CPT
-
CMB
1 stop25h 15m
Qatar Airways
Thu 30/412:30
CMB
-
CPT
1 stop26h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 19/2R13 137
Mon 13/419:30
CPT
-
CMB
1 stop18h 45m
Qatar Airways
Wed 29/412:30
CMB
-
CPT
1 stop26h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 17/2R13 814
Tue 1/910:40
CPT
-
CMB
2 stops44h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Thu 24/911:45
CMB
-
CPT
2 stops49h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 16/2R14 024
Mon 13/413:50
CPT
-
CMB
2 stops35h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 29/418:30
CMB
-
CPT
2 stops23h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 17/2R14 185
Thu 16/413:50
CPT
-
CMB
2 stops27h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 30/418:30
CMB
-
CPT
2 stops22h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 19/2R14 314
Fri 5/613:50
CPT
-
CMB
2 stops35h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 9/615:00
CMB
-
CPT
2 stops25h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 19/2R14 878
Sat 14/318:30
CPT
-
CMB
1 stop23h 55m
Emirates
Sat 21/32:40
CMB
-
CPT
1 stop17h 35m
Emirates
Deal found 19/2R15 007
Tue 1/918:25
CPT
-
CMB
1 stop21h 20m
Emirates
Thu 24/920:35
CMB
-
CPT
2 stops18h 25m
Emirates
Deal found 16/2R15 120
Mon 13/419:30
CPT
-
CMB
1 stop18h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 29/422:00
CMB
-
CPT
2 stops19h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/2R15 491

Find flight deals from Cape Town to Sri Lanka

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Cape Town to Sri Lanka flight deals. Data was last updated 20 February 2026.

Round-trip from

R13 137

One-way from

R8 833

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

R15 636
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 16/4-30/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 51h 45m total
  • Cape Town to Sri Lanka
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Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 23/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 34h 55m total
  • Cape Town to Sri Lanka
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price (R4 497 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R2 322 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to Sri Lanka that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 20 February 2026.
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Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Thu 16/4

13:00-17:45

1 stop25h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 30/4

12:30-11:30

1 stop26h 30m

R13 137

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Mon 13/4

19:30-17:45

1 stop18h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 29/4

12:30-11:30

1 stop26h 30m

R13 814

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Mon 13/4

13:50-5:00

2 stops35h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 29/4

18:30-14:35

2 stops23h 35m

R14 185

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Fri 5/6

13:50-5:00

2 stops35h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 9/6

18:30-14:35

2 stops23h 35m

R14 910

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Sat 14/3

18:30-21:55

1 stop23h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 21/3

2:40-16:45

1 stop17h 35m

R15 007

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Mon 13/4

19:30-17:45

1 stop18h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 29/4

22:00-13:35

2 stops19h 05m

R15 491

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Thu 16/4

13:00-17:45

1 stop25h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 30/4

4:35-19:55

2 stops18h 50m

R15 878

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Fri 5/6

16:35-5:20

1 stop33h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 9/6

6:50-11:50

1 stop32h 30m

R17 054

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Mon 23/3

14:35-5:00

2 stops34h 55m

R8 833

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Thu 2/4

16:35-5:20

1 stop33h 15m

R9 220

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Sri Lanka

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cape Town to Sri Lanka

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to Sri Lanka?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Sri Lanka (average of R12 025). Flying from Cape Town to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of R13 830). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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 20 February 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Cape Town to Sri Lanka, such as Singapore Airlines, Emirates, andQatar Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 463 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

BCN - SIN

Staff at Barcelona were fantastic, they helped me change a flight and nothing was any problem. Thank you Dina.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 463 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 463 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

BCN - SIN

Staff at Barcelona were fantastic, they helped me change a flight and nothing was any problem. Thank you Dina.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 524 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 463 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

BCN - SIN

Staff at Barcelona were fantastic, they helped me change a flight and nothing was any problem. Thank you Dina.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 739 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 463 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

BCN - SIN

Staff at Barcelona were fantastic, they helped me change a flight and nothing was any problem. Thank you Dina.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
962 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 463 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

BCN - SIN

Staff at Barcelona were fantastic, they helped me change a flight and nothing was any problem. Thank you Dina.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cape Town to Sri Lanka. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Cape Town to Sri Lanka?

    Cape Town Intl (CPT), located 15,6 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Cape Town to Sri Lanka.

  • How long is the flight from Cape Town to Sri Lanka?

    Qatar Airways and Ethiopian Air can get you from Cape Town to Sri Lanka in just under 25h 15m. Your travel time can differ by up to 10h 25m. There are 7891 km between Cape Town and Sri Lanka. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to Sri Lanka that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Cape Town to Sri Lanka flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Cape Town to Sri Lanka?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cape Town to Sri Lanka.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Cape Town to Sri Lanka?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town to Sri Lanka by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to Sri Lanka?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Sri Lanka (average of R12 025). Flying from Cape Town to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of R13 830). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Cape Town to Sri Lanka

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Cape Town to Sri Lanka. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 20 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR12 173AverageR13 429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 369AverageR14 360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR13 357AverageR16 284FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 067AverageR14 739FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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