How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka?

For as low as R15 431, Qatar Airways can have you in Sri Lanka from Johannesburg in 17h 30m. The distance from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka is about 6685 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka one-way?

For one-way options, check prices for Qatar Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R6 374. Users have also found prices from R6 889 and R8 624 on Etihad Airways and Emirates, respectively.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Sri Lanka ranges from 60.0 - 350.0 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 350.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Sri Lanka when rainfall is around 60.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Sri Lanka, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, March is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 27.0 C).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka?

When booking a flight from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka, you may want to consider flying on Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways or Emirates as they are the most popular for this route.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JNB to LK?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka as you normally would.

Can I find deals for flights from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka that include hotel bookings?

Yes. In addition to deals on Johannesburg to Sri Lanka flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

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After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka.

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sáb. 20/69:50

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CMB

1 stop13h 40m

Etihad Airways

vie. 26/610:00

CMB

JNB

1 stop25h 50m

Etihad Airways

Deal found 30/5R12 841

mar. 14/712:40

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CMB

1 stop16h 50m

Qatar Airways

mar. 21/718:45

CMB

JNB

1 stop17h 45m

Qatar Airways

Deal found 30/5R13 553

jue. 29/109:50

JNB

CMB

1 stop13h 30m

Etihad Airways

jue. 5/1121:35

CMB

JNB

1 stop14h 15m

Etihad Airways

Deal found 28/5R13 909

mié. 19/812:40

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CMB

1 stop16h 50m

Qatar Airways

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1 stop21h 00m

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Deal found 27/5R14 168

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Deal found 29/5R15 286

dom. 14/619:50

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1 stop17h 30m

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CMB

JNB

1 stop16h 05m

Qatar Airways

Deal found 26/5R15 431

mar. 14/719:10

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2 stops19h 50m

Emirates

mar. 21/722:05

CMB

JNB

1 stop34h 55m

Emirates

Deal found 30/5R15 448

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Round-trip from	R12 841
One-way from	R6 801
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	February
Average price	R15 075

Etihad Airways
20/6-26/6
2 total stops
39h 30m total
Johannesburg to Sri Lanka

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Qatar Airways
9/6
1 total stop
17h 40m total
Johannesburg to Sri Lanka

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22:05-5:30

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20:25-23:35

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14:15-23:10

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka (average of R10 331). Flying from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of R12 371). 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 Johannesburg to Sri Lanka?

Booking 66 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Reviews of airlines servicing Sri Lanka

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andQatar Airways from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Singapore Airlines

8,2

Very Good

1 526 reviews

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1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.

Singapore Airlines

8,2

Very Good

1 526 reviews

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1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 575 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8,2

Very Good

1 526 reviews

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1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.

Qatar Airways

7,4

Good

3 729 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8,2

Very Good

1 526 reviews

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1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.

Etihad Airways

7,3

Good

1 444 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8,2

Very Good

1 526 reviews

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1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.

Ethiopian Air

7,2

Good

1 004 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8,2

Very Good

1 526 reviews

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1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.

Related info for your journey

How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka?
For as low as R15 431, Qatar Airways can have you in Sri Lanka from Johannesburg in 17h 30m. The distance from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka is about 6685 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka one-way?
For one-way options, check prices for Qatar Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R6 374. Users have also found prices from R6 889 and R8 624 on Etihad Airways and Emirates, respectively.
Can I find deals for flights from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Johannesburg to Sri Lanka flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg to Sri Lanka?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka (average of R10 331). Flying from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of R12 371). 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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Singapore Airlines	CheapestR11 939	AverageR12 659	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time81%	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	CheapestR12 287	AverageR13 431	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights
Air Seychelles	CheapestR12 289	AverageR12 714	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time78%	Search Air Seychelles flights
Etihad Airways	CheapestR12 519	AverageR14 149	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Etihad Airways flights
Ethiopian Air	CheapestR13 889	AverageR14 861	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Emirates	CheapestR14 929	AverageR15 834	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Emirates flights

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