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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka from R7 188

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 25/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CMB
Jul 16 — Jul 231
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 June 2026.

Tue 21/714:05
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop15h 25m
Qatar Airways
Mon 27/710:30
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop21h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 13/6R13 632
Mon 13/720:55
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop16h 25m
Qatar Airways
Mon 27/73:35
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop33h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 14/6R14 166
Tue 14/720:55
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop33h 15m
Qatar Airways
Thu 23/73:35
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop33h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 14/6R14 458
Sat 18/79:45
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop19h 20m
Etihad Airways
Sun 26/716:20
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop19h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 13/6R14 685
Thu 3/1212:45
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop16h 30m
Qatar Airways
Fri 11/1211:15
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop24h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 16/6R14 701
Wed 22/79:45
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop31h 20m
Etihad Airways
Wed 29/710:00
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop25h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 13/6R15 365
Tue 17/1122:20
JNB
-
CMB
2 stops16h 35m
Emirates
Mon 30/1120:15
CMB
-
JNB
2 stops17h 40m
Emirates
Deal found 15/6R15 429
Thu 3/1222:20
JNB
-
CMB
2 stops16h 35m
Emirates
Fri 11/129:55
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop14h 10m
Emirates
Deal found 16/6R15 445
Wed 19/810:05
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop32h 35m
Emirates
Fri 28/820:35
CMB
-
JNB
2 stops23h 10m
Emirates
Deal found 12/6R15 591
Sun 11/1014:05
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop15h 25m
Qatar Airways
Thu 15/1020:20
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop22h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 15/6R15 607

Find flight deals from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Johannesburg to Sri Lanka flight deals. Data was last updated 16 June 2026.

Round-trip from

R13 632

One-way from

R7 188

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R14 863
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 21/7-27/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to Sri Lanka
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 25/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 23h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to Sri Lanka
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (R5 506 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 030 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Johannesburg 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 16 June 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/11

9:50-20:20

1 stop31h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 30/11

16:30-8:20

1 stop19h 20m

R13 632

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/7

9:45-8:35

1 stop19h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 28/7

16:20-8:20

1 stop19h 30m

R14 685

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/7

9:45-8:35

1 stop19h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 28/7

4:10-8:20

1 stop31h 40m

R14 685

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/7

9:45-8:35

1 stop19h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 26/7

4:10-8:20

1 stop31h 40m

R14 685

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/8

10:05-22:10

1 stop32h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 27/8

2:55-16:15

1 stop16h 50m

R15 591
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/10

14:05-9:00

1 stop15h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 15/10

20:20-15:20

1 stop22h 30m

R15 607

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 14/7

18:35-16:50

3 stops42h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 24/7

11:25-4:00

1 stop20h 05m

R15 931
Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 25/7

14:15-23:10

2 stops29h 25m

R8 176
Fastest single journey

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 17/7

14:15-11:25

3 stops17h 40m

R25 467

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/7

1:15-23:10

2 stops42h 25m

R26 908

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Deals found on 16/6

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Sri Lanka from Johannesburg with our price prediction graph.
Estimated return price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka (average of R8 581). Flying from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of R12 288). 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

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 16 June 2026.
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
1 545 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 545 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 545 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 590 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 545 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 727 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 545 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 452 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 545 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 007 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 545 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka?

    For as low as R13 632, Etihad Airways can have you in Sri Lanka from Johannesburg in 31h. 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 373. Users have also found prices from R6 888 and R8 623 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka (average of R8 581). Flying from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of R12 288). 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 6 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Johannesburg 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 16 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air SeychellesCheapestR8 577AverageR12 652FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR11 947AverageR12 689FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 322AverageR13 590FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR12 511AverageR14 418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR13 887AverageR14 859FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR14 886AverageR15 591FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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