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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Sri Lanka from R8 290

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 11/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — CMB
Jan 22 — Jan 291
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to Sri Lanka

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Best flights from Cape Town to Sri Lanka
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Cape Town to Sri Lanka that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 23 December 2025.

Wed 11/210:40CPT - CMB
2 stops33h 20mSingapore Airlines
Tue 17/20:45CMB - CPT
2 stops36h 10mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 20/12R13 989
Wed 11/212:35CPT - CMB
1 stop24h 25mQatar Airways
Wed 18/220:50CMB - CPT
1 stop24h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 20/12R14 391
Wed 13/516:35CPT - CMB
1 stop33h 15mTurkish Airlines
Thu 28/56:50CMB - CPT
1 stop32h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 22/12R15 410
Sat 14/313:50CPT - CMB
2 stops35h 40mEthiopian Air
Wed 18/318:40CMB - CPT
2 stops23h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 21/12R15 410
Wed 11/218:30CPT - CMB
1 stop23h 55mEmirates
Wed 18/220:15CMB - CPT
2 stops18h 55mEmirates
Deal found 20/12R15 828
Thu 15/112:35CPT - CMB
1 stop16h 40mQatar Airways
Thu 5/219:30CMB - CPT
1 stop25h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 21/12R16 062
Sat 16/516:35CPT - CMB
1 stop33h 15mTurkish Airlines
Sat 30/56:50CMB - CPT
1 stop32h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 22/12R16 229
Sat 16/510:40CPT - CMB
2 stops20h 35mSingapore Airlines
Sat 30/511:45CMB - CPT
2 stops25h 10mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 22/12R16 246
Thu 15/113:50CPT - CMB
2 stops30h 50mEthiopian Air
Thu 5/218:40CMB - CPT
2 stops47h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 20/12R16 931
Tue 12/516:35CPT - CMB
1 stop33h 15mTurkish Airlines
Tue 26/56:50CMB - CPT
1 stop32h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 22/12R16 396

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 23 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R13 822

One-way from

R8 290

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

R17 349
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 13/5-27/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 69h 45m total
  • Cape Town to Sri Lanka
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11/1
  • 11/1
  • 3 total stops
  • 47h 20m total
  • Cape Town to Sri Lanka
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R13 995 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 936 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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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 23 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cape Town to Sri Lanka that are best for you.

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Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/2

10:40-23:30

2 stops33h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 17/2

0:45-9:25

2 stops36h 10m

R13 989

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/2

12:35-16:30

1 stop24h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 18/2

20:50-17:30

1 stop24h 10m

R14 391

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Wed 13/5

16:35-5:20

1 stop33h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 28/5

6:50-11:50

1 stop32h 30m

R15 410

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Sat 14/3

13:50-5:00

2 stops35h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 18/3

18:40-14:35

2 stops23h 25m

R15 410

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/2

18:30-21:55

1 stop23h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 18/2

20:15-11:40

2 stops18h 55m

R15 828

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Thu 15/1

12:35-8:45

1 stop16h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 5/2

19:30-17:25

1 stop25h 25m

R16 062

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Sat 16/5

16:35-5:20

1 stop33h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 30/5

6:50-11:50

1 stop32h 30m

R16 229

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Sat 16/5

10:40-10:45

2 stops20h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 30/5

11:45-9:25

2 stops25h 10m

R16 246

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Tue 12/5

16:35-5:20

1 stop33h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 26/5

6:50-11:50

1 stop32h 30m

R16 396

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Thu 15/1

13:50-0:10

2 stops30h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 5/2

18:40-14:35

2 stops47h 25m

R16 931

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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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Sri Lanka (average of R12 385). Flying from Cape Town to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of R14 157). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CPT to LK?

Find hourly flight availability from Cape Town to Sri Lanka. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 23 December 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Cape Town to Sri Lanka in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 43% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

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 23 December 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Cape Town to Sri Lanka, such as Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andQatar Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 442 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

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
3 442 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 442 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

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
1 417 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 442 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

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
3 686 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 442 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

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
916 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 442 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

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

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?

    Singapore Airlines, Qatar Airways, and Turkish Airlines can get you from Cape Town to Sri Lanka in just under 24h 25m. Your travel time can differ by up to 8h 55m. 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Sri Lanka (average of R12 385). Flying from Cape Town to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of R14 157). 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 23 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR12 533AverageR13 660FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 736AverageR14 958FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR13 695AverageR16 872FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 586AverageR15 304FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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