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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Sri Lanka from R8 466

CPT — CMB
Nov 19 — Nov 261
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

Fri 16/1019:30 -
1 stop17h 50m
Thu 29/1019:30 -
1 stop25h 25m
Deal found 15/10R13 990
Fri 20/1119:25 -
1 stop17h 35m
Sat 28/1118:50 -
1 stop26h 05m
Deal found 18/10R14 368
Fri 20/1113:40 -
2 stops25h 15m
Sat 28/119:55 -
1 stop34h 20m
Deal found 18/10R15 207
Tue 24/1113:40 -
1 stop15h 10m
Wed 13/120:15 -
2 stops18h 50m
Deal found 15/10R15 305
Wed 2/1213:40 -
2 stops25h 15m
Wed 9/1221:45 -
1 stop22h 30m
Deal found 18/10R15 437
Tue 24/1112:35 -
1 stop16h 40m
Wed 13/111:15 -
1 stop26h 45m
Deal found 15/10R15 864
Fri 16/1013:15 -
1 stop33h 20m
Thu 29/1021:55 -
2 stops19h 45m
Deal found 15/10R16 604
Fri 16/1013:15 -
1 stop15h 45m
Thu 29/1020:15 -
2 stops18h 50m
Deal found 15/10R16 752
Sat 14/1113:50 -
2 stops30h 30m
Sat 21/1118:40 -
2 stops21h 50m
Deal found 17/10R16 818

Find flight deals from Cape Town to Sri Lanka

Round-trip from

R14 122

One-way from

R8 466

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R14 220
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 2/12-9/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 43h 25m total
  • Cape Town to Sri Lanka
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29/11-31/12
  • 29/11-31/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 18h 15m total
  • Cape Town to Sri Lanka
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R7 942 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 631 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cape TownColombo

CPT Cape Town Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Sun 29/11

6:05-3:50

2 stops18h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R8 466

Cape TownColombo

CPT Cape Town Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Thu 14/1

12:35-16:30

1 stop24h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R8 565

Cape TownColombo

CPT Cape Town Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Sun 27/12

19:25-1:55

1 stop27h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R9 469

Cape TownColombo

CPT Cape Town Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Sun 3/1

6:05-3:50

2 stops18h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R9 486

Cape TownColombo

CPT Cape Town Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Thu 14/1

20:25-20:15

2 stops44h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R9 699

Cape TownColombo

CPT Cape Town Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Tue 5/1

13:50-5:00

2 stops35h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R10 110

Cape TownColombo

CPT Cape Town Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Thu 24/12

13:40-18:25

2 stops25h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R10 193

Cape TownColombo

CPT Cape Town Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Wed 2/12

13:50-5:00

2 stops35h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R10 341

Cape TownColombo

CPT Cape Town Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Fri 15/1

13:50-5:00

2 stops35h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R10 341

Cape TownColombo

CPT Cape Town Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Wed 13/1

7:00-23:20

3 stops36h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R10 341

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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 629). Flying from Cape Town to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of R17 623). 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
1 628 reviews
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Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,1

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

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
1 628 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 628 reviews
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Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,1

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

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
3 682 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 628 reviews
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Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,1

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

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
3 712 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 628 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,1

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

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?

    Emirates can get you from Cape Town to Sri Lanka in just under 15h 10m. Your travel time can differ by up to . There are 7891 km between Cape Town and Sri Lanka.

  • 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 629). Flying from Cape Town to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of R17 623). 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 253AverageR14 038FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 733AverageR14 338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR14 571AverageR16 249FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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