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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Sri Lanka from R8 445

CPT — CMB
Oct 22 — Oct 291
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Sri Lanka

Tue 3/1112:35 -
1 stop27h 15m
Tue 10/113:25 -
1 stop17h 30m
Deal found 22/9R13 544
Tue 20/1013:15 -
1 stop16h 15m
Tue 27/1019:30 -
1 stop25h 25m
Deal found 22/9R13 577
Tue 20/1018:25 -
2 stops20h 35m
Tue 27/1020:15 -
2 stops25h 15m
Deal found 22/9R15 152
Tue 3/1120:00 -
2 stops18h 55m
Wed 11/1120:15 -
2 stops24h 00m
Deal found 22/9R15 233
Thu 24/1212:35 -
1 stop24h 25m
Tue 23/24:15 -
1 stop16h 40m
Deal found 18/9R15 720
Thu 5/1112:35 -
1 stop24h 25m
Sat 7/113:25 -
1 stop17h 30m
Deal found 21/9R16 305
Sat 19/1212:35 -
1 stop24h 25m
Thu 4/23:25 -
1 stop17h 30m
Deal found 19/9R16 435
Sat 19/1213:50 -
2 stops30h 30m
Fri 5/218:40 -
2 stops23h 00m
Deal found 19/9R16 808
Thu 24/1213:50 -
2 stops30h 30m
Wed 24/218:40 -
2 stops23h 00m
Deal found 18/9R16 841
Mon 21/1213:50 -
2 stops35h 40m
Tue 23/218:40 -
2 stops23h 00m
Deal found 18/9R17 198
Thu 5/1113:50 -
2 stops35h 40m
Sun 8/1118:40 -
2 stops23h 00m
Deal found 21/9R17 231

Find flight deals from Cape Town to Sri Lanka

Round-trip from

R13 544

One-way from

R8 445

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R13 642
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 3/11-10/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 45m total
  • Cape Town to Sri Lanka
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 28/2-31/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 35m total
  • Cape Town to Sri Lanka
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R11 257 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 684 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2026
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Cape TownColombo

CPT Cape Town Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Tue 15/12

13:50-23:50

2 stops30h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R10 199

Cape TownColombo

CPT Cape Town Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Thu 25/2

13:50-5:00

2 stops35h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R10 199

Cape TownColombo

CPT Cape Town Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Sat 12/12

13:50-5:00

2 stops35h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R10 199

Cape TownColombo

CPT Cape Town Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Mon 1/3

13:50-5:00

2 stops35h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R10 199

Cape TownColombo

CPT Cape Town Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Thu 7/1

13:50-23:50

2 stops30h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R10 199

Cape TownColombo

CPT Cape Town Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Fri 6/11

13:50-5:00

2 stops35h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R10 540

Cape TownColombo

CPT Cape Town Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Fri 26/2

13:50-5:00

2 stops35h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R10 572

Cape TownColombo

CPT Cape Town Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Fri 6/11

12:35-16:30

1 stop24h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R10 783

Cape TownColombo

CPT Cape Town Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Fri 11/12

12:20-8:10

3 stops40h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R11 059

Cape TownColombo

CPT Cape Town Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Fri 8/1

13:50-5:00

2 stops35h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-20:30

Nonstop0h 00m

R11 254

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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 642). Flying from Cape Town to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of R17 555). 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
1 607 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

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
1 607 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 607 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

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
3 663 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 607 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

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
3 732 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 607 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

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
1 607 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

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 Ethiopian Air can get you from Cape Town to Sri Lanka in just under 27h 15m. Your travel time can differ by up to 3h 15m. 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 642). Flying from Cape Town to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of R17 555). 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 104AverageR13 535FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 575AverageR13 999FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR13 934AverageR15 068FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR14 503AverageR15 961FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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