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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Sri Lanka from R7 271

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 30/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — CMB
Jul 24 — Jul 311
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 24 June 2026.

Sun 19/713:15
CPT
-
CMB
1 stop16h 55m
Qatar Airways
Sun 26/74:35
CMB
-
CPT
1 stop16h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 19/6R13 321
Mon 20/713:15
CPT
-
CMB
1 stop16h 55m
Qatar Airways
Fri 24/711:25
CMB
-
CPT
1 stop26h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 21/6R13 404
Tue 14/713:15
CPT
-
CMB
1 stop16h 15m
Qatar Airways
Thu 23/711:25
CMB
-
CPT
1 stop26h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 21/6R14 657
Mon 14/913:15
CPT
-
CMB
1 stop16h 15m
Qatar Airways
Thu 17/93:35
CMB
-
CPT
1 stop17h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 22/6R15 531
Fri 3/713:15
CPT
-
CMB
1 stop25h 45m
Emirates
Tue 8/922:05
CMB
-
CPT
1 stop22h 05m
Emirates
Deal found 21/6R15 827
Sun 19/715:20
CPT
-
CMB
2 stops22h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 26/74:35
CMB
-
CPT
1 stop16h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/6R16 305
Tue 30/613:50
CPT
-
CMB
2 stops35h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 3/918:30
CMB
-
CPT
2 stops23h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 21/6R17 410
Sun 19/713:50
CPT
-
CMB
2 stops27h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 26/718:30
CMB
-
CPT
2 stops23h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 19/6R17 443
Wed 24/613:50
CPT
-
CMB
2 stops21h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 20/716:20
CMB
-
CPT
2 stops25h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 23/6R17 608
Tue 30/613:15
CPT
-
CMB
1 stop25h 45m
Emirates
Thu 3/920:35
CMB
-
CPT
2 stops23h 35m
Emirates
Deal found 21/6R17 740

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 24 June 2026.

Round-trip from

R13 321

One-way from

R7 271

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

R16 355
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 19/7-26/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 20m total
  • Cape Town to Sri Lanka
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 30/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 33h 20m total
  • Cape Town to Sri Lanka
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price (R1 317 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R2 343 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Tue 14/7

13:15-9:00

1 stop16h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 23/7

11:25-10:15

1 stop26h 20m

R14 657
Fastest return journey

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Mon 14/9

13:15-9:00

1 stop16h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 17/9

3:35-17:30

1 stop17h 25m

R15 399

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Sun 19/7

13:50-20:35

2 stops27h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 26/7

18:30-14:10

2 stops23h 10m

R17 443

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Tue 14/7

13:50-5:00

2 stops35h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 23/7

18:30-14:10

2 stops23h 10m

R17 608

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Fri 17/7

13:50-5:00

2 stops35h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 25/7

18:30-14:10

2 stops23h 10m

R17 921

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Tue 14/7

13:15-2:05

1 stop33h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 23/7

16:00-13:00

2 stops24h 30m

R17 954

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Tue 21/7

13:15-17:45

1 stop25h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 27/7

11:25-10:15

1 stop26h 20m

R18 102

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Mon 20/7

13:15-9:00

1 stop16h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 23/7

11:25-10:15

1 stop26h 20m

R18 102

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Fri 17/7

13:15-16:50

1 stop24h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 25/7

11:25-10:15

1 stop26h 20m

R18 350

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Mon 14/9

9:00-10:15

3 stops21h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 18/9

20:35-11:30

2 stops18h 25m

R20 575

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Sri Lanka from Cape Town with our price prediction graph.
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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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Sri Lanka (average of R9 661). Flying from Cape Town to Sri Lanka in August is currently the most expensive (average of R14 228). 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.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Cape Town to Sri Lanka?

The price you pay for your flight from Cape Town to Sri Lanka may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 17 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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 24 June 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
1 551 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 551 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 551 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 596 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 551 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 730 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 551 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 007 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 551 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.

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 16h 15m. Your travel time can differ by up to 11h. 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Sri Lanka (average of R9 661). Flying from Cape Town to Sri Lanka in August is currently the most expensive (average of R14 228). 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 24 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR12 288AverageR13 526FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 676AverageR14 447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 388AverageR14 905FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR14 756AverageR16 397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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