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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka from R13 163

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 15/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CMB
Jun 19 — Jun 261
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 20 May 2026.

Mon 15/69:50
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop19h 15m
Etihad Airways
Sun 28/616:20
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop19h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 19/5R13 163
Fri 24/712:40
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop17h 30m
Qatar Airways
Tue 11/811:25
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop20h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 18/5R13 179
Thu 21/519:50
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop28h 50m
Qatar Airways
Thu 28/58:50
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop22h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 17/5R13 212
Mon 1/619:50
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop17h 30m
Qatar Airways
Mon 8/620:20
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop17h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 15/5R13 362
Fri 22/512:40
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop34h 25m
Qatar Airways
Thu 11/611:20
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop20h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 15/5R13 579
Sat 23/512:40
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop17h 40m
Qatar Airways
Sat 30/58:50
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop22h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 17/5R13 646
Wed 19/812:40
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop24h 40m
Qatar Airways
Fri 28/810:30
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop21h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 18/5R14 062
Sun 30/813:50
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop10h 50m
Air Seychelles
Fri 4/95:10
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop10h 50m
Air Seychelles
Deal found 17/5R14 329
Wed 26/89:50
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop25h 35m
Etihad Airways
Fri 4/916:20
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop19h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 17/5R14 345

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 20 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R13 163

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R15 512
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 24/6-1/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 51h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to Sri Lanka
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R8 145 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 634 potential savings vs. average return price).
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JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 24/6

9:50-14:55

1 stop25h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 1/7

10:00-8:20

1 stop25h 50m

R13 163

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/6

9:50-8:35

1 stop19h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 28/6

16:20-8:20

1 stop19h 30m

R13 163
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/6

19:50-16:50

1 stop17h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 8/6

20:20-10:30

1 stop17h 40m

R13 362

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 23/6

12:40-9:40

1 stop17h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 30/6

18:45-9:00

1 stop17h 45m

R15 279

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/8

9:25-16:50

3 stops27h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 28/8

10:30-4:00

1 stop21h 00m

R15 562

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/9

14:45-9:40

1 stop15h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 21/9

20:20-15:20

1 stop22h 30m

R15 678

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 14/6

19:50-16:50

1 stop17h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 18/6

10:30-4:00

1 stop21h 00m

R15 895

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka (average of R10 630). Flying from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of R12 646). 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 20 May 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
1 519 reviews
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Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Reviews

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
1 519 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 519 reviews
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Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Reviews

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
3 574 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 519 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Reviews

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
1 519 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Reviews

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
1 438 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 519 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Reviews

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
999 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 519 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Reviews

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

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 362, Etihad 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 558. Users have also found prices from R7 088 and R8 874 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 630). Flying from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of R12 646). 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 20 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR12 284AverageR13 050FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 630AverageR13 853FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Air SeychellesCheapestR12 645AverageR13 082FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR12 881AverageR14 524FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 291AverageR15 291FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR15 362AverageR16 356FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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