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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Sri Lanka from R7 243

CPT — CMB
Nov 13 — Nov 201
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

Sun 15/1112:35 -
1 stop24h 25m
Thu 3/123:25 -
1 stop17h 30m
Deal found 10/10R13 611
Fri 16/1019:30 -
1 stop17h 50m
Thu 29/1019:30 -
1 stop25h 25m
Deal found 14/10R13 644
Thu 15/1013:15 -
1 stop16h 15m
Tue 27/103:25 -
1 stop17h 30m
Deal found 11/10R13 660
Mon 12/1013:15 -
1 stop24h 05m
Sat 24/103:35 -
1 stop17h 20m
Deal found 10/10R13 825
Fri 16/1018:25 -
2 stops20h 35m
Thu 29/1020:15 -
2 stops18h 50m
Deal found 14/10R15 360
Thu 15/1018:25 -
1 stop18h 55m
Wed 28/1020:15 -
2 stops18h 50m
Deal found 11/10R15 541
Sun 15/1118:30 -
2 stops20h 25m
Fri 4/1220:15 -
2 stops24h 00m
Deal found 10/10R15 640
Mon 12/1018:25 -
2 stops20h 35m
Sun 25/1020:15 -
2 stops18h 50m
Deal found 10/10R15 772

Find flight deals from Cape Town to Sri Lanka

Round-trip from

R13 611

One-way from

R7 243

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R14 271
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 15/11-3/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 41h 55m total
  • Cape Town to Sri Lanka
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 22/11-31/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 16h 40m total
  • Cape Town to Sri Lanka
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (R5 614 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 740 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in October 2026
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Cape TownColombo

CPT Cape Town Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Mon 1/2

12:35-9:45

1 stop17h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R7 243
Fastest return journey

Cape TownColombo

CPT Cape Town Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Sun 29/11

19:25-16:30

1 stop17h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R7 243

Cape TownColombo

CPT Cape Town Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Sat 6/2

12:35-16:30

1 stop24h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R7 457

Cape TownColombo

CPT Cape Town Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Sat 6/2

14:00-3:50

2 stops34h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R8 331

Cape TownColombo

CPT Cape Town Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Tue 12/1

12:35-2:45

1 stop34h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R8 496

Cape TownColombo

CPT Cape Town Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Fri 22/1

6:00-8:10

2 stops22h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R9 123

Cape TownColombo

CPT Cape Town Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Fri 22/1

13:40-18:25

2 stops25h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R9 140

Cape TownColombo

CPT Cape Town Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Sun 29/11

6:05-3:40

3 stops42h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R10 377

Cape TownColombo

CPT Cape Town Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Sun 27/12

13:50-5:00

2 stops35h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R10 394

Cape TownColombo

CPT Cape Town Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Sat 26/12

13:50-5:00

2 stops35h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R10 394

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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 R13 677). Flying from Cape Town to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of R17 686). 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 4 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

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
1 625 reviews
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Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Sept 2026

SIN - SEA

One would expect that one of a major global airlines has ability to cancel the flight without 50% charge when there are very clear, urgent, and extremely serious health reasons with doctor notes. But one would be wrong.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 625 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 625 reviews
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Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Sept 2026

SIN - SEA

One would expect that one of a major global airlines has ability to cancel the flight without 50% charge when there are very clear, urgent, and extremely serious health reasons with doctor notes. But one would be wrong.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 678 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 625 reviews
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Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Sept 2026

SIN - SEA

One would expect that one of a major global airlines has ability to cancel the flight without 50% charge when there are very clear, urgent, and extremely serious health reasons with doctor notes. But one would be wrong.
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 721 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 625 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Sept 2026

SIN - SEA

One would expect that one of a major global airlines has ability to cancel the flight without 50% charge when there are very clear, urgent, and extremely serious health reasons with doctor notes. But one would be wrong.

Related info for your journey

  • 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 Emirates can get you from Cape Town to Sri Lanka in just under 17h 40m. Your travel time can differ by up to 2h 45m. 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 R13 677). Flying from Cape Town to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of R17 686). 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 3 airlines flying from Cape Town to Sri Lanka

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR12 297AverageR14 088FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 779AverageR14 335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR14 622AverageR16 306FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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