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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Sri Lanka from R7 242

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 12/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — CMB
Apr 9 — Apr 161
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
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 10 March 2026.

Thu 5/1112:35
CPT
-
CMB
1 stop24h 25m
Qatar Airways
Thu 12/114:15
CMB
-
CPT
1 stop16h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/3R13 002
Mon 20/413:00
CPT
-
CMB
1 stop25h 15m
Qatar Airways
Mon 27/412:30
CMB
-
CPT
1 stop26h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/3R13 668
Mon 6/413:15
CPT
-
CMB
1 stop24h 05m
Qatar Airways
Mon 20/412:30
CMB
-
CPT
1 stop26h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 9/3R14 267
Tue 7/413:15
CPT
-
CMB
1 stop25h 00m
Qatar Airways
Thu 16/419:15
CMB
-
CPT
1 stop25h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 9/3R14 351
Thu 12/319:00
CPT
-
CMB
1 stop18h 00m
Qatar Airways
Wed 25/34:15
CMB
-
CPT
1 stop16h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/3R14 367
Thu 5/1110:40
CPT
-
CMB
2 stops33h 20m
Singapore Airlines
Thu 12/110:45
CMB
-
CPT
2 stops36h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 6/3R14 384
Mon 16/319:00
CPT
-
CMB
1 stop18h 00m
Qatar Airways
Fri 10/420:20
CMB
-
CPT
1 stop24h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/3R14 584
Thu 5/1118:30
CPT
-
CMB
1 stop17h 55m
Emirates
Fri 13/1120:15
CMB
-
CPT
2 stops25h 15m
Emirates
Deal found 6/3R14 634
Wed 22/413:00
CPT
-
CMB
1 stop25h 15m
Qatar Airways
Wed 29/412:30
CMB
-
CPT
1 stop26h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 8/3R14 734
Wed 22/413:50
CPT
-
CMB
2 stops27h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 29/413:50
CMB
-
CPT
2 stops26h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 8/3R14 933
Wed 22/413:15
CPT
-
CMB
1 stop15h 45m
Emirates
Wed 29/420:35
CMB
-
CPT
2 stops23h 35m
Emirates
Deal found 8/3R14 967
Mon 20/413:15
CPT
-
CMB
1 stop15h 45m
Emirates
Mon 27/420:35
CMB
-
CPT
2 stops23h 35m
Emirates
Deal found 6/3R15 033

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 10 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R13 502

One-way from

R7 242

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

R15 549
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 13/4-27/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 61h 00m total
  • Cape Town to Sri Lanka
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12/4
  • 12/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 40h 35m total
  • Cape Town to Sri Lanka
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R2 430 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 10 March 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Sun 12/4

13:15-17:45

1 stop25h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 20/4

12:30-11:30

1 stop26h 30m

R17 297

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Fri 10/4

13:15-16:50

1 stop24h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 18/4

4:35-17:20

1 stop16h 15m

R18 546
Fastest return journey

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Tue 7/4

13:15-8:30

1 stop15h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 18/4

20:35-11:30

2 stops18h 25m

R18 929

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Sat 11/4

13:50-11:00

3 stops41h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 16/4

12:30-19:55

2 stops34h 55m

R19 878

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Thu 9/4

13:50-20:35

2 stops27h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 20/4

18:30-14:35

2 stops23h 35m

R20 394

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Thu 23/4

9:00-10:15

3 stops21h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 30/4

20:35-14:35

3 stops21h 30m

R26 637

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Wed 1/4

13:50-5:00

2 stops35h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 14/4

18:30-14:35

2 stops23h 35m

R47 397

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Sun 5/4

15:25-5:00

2 stops34h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 12/4

13:50-14:35

2 stops28h 15m

R48 879

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Thu 2/4

15:25-5:00

2 stops58h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 14/4

15:00-13:00

2 stops25h 30m

R48 879

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Fri 3/4

13:50-5:00

2 stops35h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 11/4

18:30-13:00

2 stops46h 00m

R48 879

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Deals found on 10/3

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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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Sri Lanka (average of R12 336). Flying from Cape Town to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of R14 284). 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.

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 10 March 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
1 471 reviews
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Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

BCN - SIN

Staff at Barcelona were fantastic, they helped me change a flight and nothing was any problem. Thank you Dina.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 471 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 471 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

BCN - SIN

Staff at Barcelona were fantastic, they helped me change a flight and nothing was any problem. Thank you Dina.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 540 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 471 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

BCN - SIN

Staff at Barcelona were fantastic, they helped me change a flight and nothing was any problem. Thank you Dina.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 744 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 471 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

BCN - SIN

Staff at Barcelona were fantastic, they helped me change a flight and nothing was any problem. Thank you Dina.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
968 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 471 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

BCN - SIN

Staff at Barcelona were fantastic, they helped me change a flight and nothing was any problem. Thank you Dina.

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, Emirates, and Ethiopian Air can get you from Cape Town to Sri Lanka in just under 15h 45m. Your travel time can differ by up to 11h 30m. 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 336). Flying from Cape Town to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of R14 284). 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 10 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR12 484AverageR13 861FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 839AverageR14 904FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR13 745AverageR16 802FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 529AverageR15 187FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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