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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Sri Lanka from R6 918

CPT — CMB
Oct 31 — Nov 71
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Sri Lanka

Sun 4/1019:30 -
1 stop17h 50m
Tue 13/1010:30 -
1 stop34h 30m
Deal found 28/9R14 671
Sun 4/1013:15 -
2 stops25h 45m
Mon 12/102:55 -
1 stop18h 40m
Deal found 28/9R15 261
Tue 1/1218:30 -
2 stops20h 25m
Thu 10/1220:15 -
2 stops18h 50m
Deal found 27/9R15 474
Thu 5/1112:35 -
1 stop24h 25m
Sat 7/113:25 -
1 stop17h 30m
Deal found 28/9R15 917
Mon 2/1112:35 -
1 stop24h 25m
Mon 9/1119:30 -
1 stop18h 30m
Deal found 26/9R16 442
Wed 2/1219:25 -
1 stop17h 35m
Tue 22/123:25 -
1 stop17h 30m
Deal found 29/9R16 474
Thu 29/1012:35 -
1 stop16h 40m
Thu 5/1119:30 -
1 stop25h 25m
Deal found 26/9R16 491
Thu 29/1012:35 -
1 stop24h 25m
Sat 7/1119:30 -
1 stop25h 25m
Deal found 26/9R16 737

Find flight deals from Cape Town to Sri Lanka

Round-trip from

R13 983

One-way from

R6 918

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R14 147
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 17/3-25/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 34h 50m total
  • Cape Town to Sri Lanka
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 27/11-31/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 25m total
  • Cape Town to Sri Lanka
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R8 207 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 759 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

Fri 27/11

12:35-16:30

1 stop24h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R6 918
Fastest return journey

Cape TownColombo

CPT Cape Town Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Wed 17/2

12:35-8:45

1 stop16h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R7 180

Cape TownColombo

CPT Cape Town Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/11

19:25-16:30

1 stop17h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R7 213

Cape TownColombo

CPT Cape Town Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Fri 27/11

13:35-18:25

2 stops25h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R8 868

Cape TownColombo

CPT Cape Town Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/11

6:30-23:20

3 stops37h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R9 311

Cape TownColombo

CPT Cape Town Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Fri 27/11

7:00-23:20

3 stops36h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R9 835

Cape TownColombo

CPT Cape Town Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Sat 28/11

13:50-23:50

2 stops30h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R9 917

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 114

Cape TownColombo

CPT Cape Town Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Fri 30/10

13:50-5:00

2 stops35h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R10 311

Cape TownColombo

CPT Cape Town Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/11

14:25-2:50

3 stops32h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R11 081

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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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Sri Lanka (average of R13 589). Flying from Cape Town to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of R17 687). 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
1 619 reviews
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Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Crew

8,7

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
1 619 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 619 reviews
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Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Crew

8,7

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
3 668 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 619 reviews
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Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Crew

8,7

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
3 726 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 619 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Crew

8,7

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.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 043 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 619 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Crew

8,7

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 20h 25m. Your travel time can differ by up to 4h. 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 589). Flying from Cape Town to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of R17 687). 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

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR12 218AverageR13 998FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 693AverageR14 140FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 065AverageR15 488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR14 639AverageR16 111FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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