How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka?

For as low as R11 746, Qatar Airways can have you in Sri Lanka from Johannesburg in 24h 15m. The distance from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka is about 6685 km.

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 231. Users have also found prices from R6 864 and R8 602 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?

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Tue 19/520:40

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Round-trip from	R11 746
One-way from	R6 244
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	February
Average price	R12 295

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Johannesburg to Sri Lanka

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10:15-3:55

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18:45-8:50

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JohannesburgColombo

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12:45-1:55

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R13 618

JohannesburgColombo

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12:45-9:45

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R13 780

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3:15-16:10

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R13 812

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

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4:35-16:10

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Mon 11/5

8:20-14:55

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka (average of R10 875). Flying from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of R13 118). 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

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

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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

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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

3 507 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8,2

Very Good

1 451 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

3 730 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8,2

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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

1 387 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8,2

Very Good

1 451 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

958 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8,2

Very Good

1 451 reviews

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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 R11 746, Qatar Airways can have you in Sri Lanka from Johannesburg in 24h 15m. The distance from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka is about 6685 km.
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 231. Users have also found prices from R6 864 and R8 602 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka (average of R10 875). Flying from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of R13 118). 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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Qatar Airways	CheapestR11 716	AverageR13 030	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights
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Etihad Airways	CheapestR12 491	AverageR15 296	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Etihad Airways flights
Ethiopian Air	CheapestR13 840	AverageR14 767	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Emirates	CheapestR14 172	AverageR16 905	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Emirates flights

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