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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka from R13 483

JNB — CMB
Dec 9 — Dec 161
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka

Sun 29/1113:50 -
1 stop10h 30m
Mon 7/125:00 -
1 stop17h 15m
Deal found 7/11R13 483
Thu 12/1120:20 -
1 stop16h 40m
Thu 19/1119:30 -
1 stop23h 35m
Deal found 7/11R13 945
Tue 17/1120:20 -
1 stop19h 30m
Mon 23/114:15 -
1 stop14h 50m
Deal found 7/11R13 978
Wed 11/1113:45 -
1 stop23h 15m
Wed 18/1120:50 -
1 stop15h 20m
Deal found 8/11R13 994
Thu 26/1120:20 -
1 stop16h 40m
Wed 2/124:15 -
1 stop14h 50m
Deal found 4/11R14 027
Sun 8/1113:45 -
1 stop15h 30m
Fri 20/114:15 -
1 stop14h 50m
Deal found 4/11R14 044
Mon 16/1113:45 -
1 stop23h 15m
Mon 23/1119:30 -
1 stop16h 40m
Deal found 6/11R14 077
Sun 29/1113:50 -
1 stop10h 30m
Fri 11/125:00 -
1 stop11h 00m
Deal found 7/11R14 176
Mon 7/1217:45 -
2 stops19h 15m
Tue 8/1219:30 -
2 stops21h 55m
Deal found 7/11R14 274
Sat 7/1113:45 -
1 stop15h 30m
Fri 20/1119:30 -
1 stop16h 40m
Deal found 4/11R14 324
Thu 12/1122:15 -
2 stops16h 40m
Wed 18/112:40 -
1 stop30h 25m
Deal found 7/11R15 049

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R13 483

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December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R14 604
Air Seychelles
  • Air Seychelles
  • 29/11-7/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 27h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to Sri Lanka
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JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/11

13:45-8:45

1 stop15h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 24/11

3:25-15:15

1 stop15h 20m

R13 978

JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/11

13:45-8:45

1 stop15h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 19/11

19:30-8:40

1 stop16h 40m

R14 110

JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/11

13:25-18:25

2 stops25h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 19/11

20:15-16:40

2 stops23h 55m

R15 296

JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/11

13:45-8:45

1 stop15h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 22/11

3:25-15:35

1 stop15h 40m

R16 698

JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 24/12

23:00-5:00

2 stops26h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 31/12

18:40-13:30

2 stops22h 20m

R17 027

JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 19/12

23:00-23:50

2 stops21h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 31/12

18:40-13:30

2 stops22h 20m

R17 307

JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 24/12

10:10-15:55

1 stop26h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 31/12

9:55-20:30

1 stop14h 05m

R17 340

JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/11

23:00-5:00

2 stops26h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 23/11

18:40-20:10

2 stops29h 00m

R17 373

JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/12

20:20-16:30

1 stop16h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 9/12

3:25-15:35

1 stop15h 40m

R18 000

JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/12

23:00-5:00

2 stops26h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 11/12

18:40-13:30

2 stops22h 20m

R18 016

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka (average of R13 483). Flying from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of R17 621). 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 78 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
1 633 reviews
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Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Judith,Sept 2026

SFO - SIN

Great except for giving me a dinner with rice in it that I didn’t order.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 633 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 633 reviews
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Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Judith,Sept 2026

SFO - SIN

Great except for giving me a dinner with rice in it that I didn’t order.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 695 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 633 reviews
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Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Judith,Sept 2026

SFO - SIN

Great except for giving me a dinner with rice in it that I didn’t order.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 707 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 633 reviews
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Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Judith,Sept 2026

SFO - SIN

Great except for giving me a dinner with rice in it that I didn’t order.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 555 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 633 reviews
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Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,1

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Judith,Sept 2026

SFO - SIN

Great except for giving me a dinner with rice in it that I didn’t order.

Related info for your journey

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

    For as low as R13 978, Qatar Airways can have you in Sri Lanka from Johannesburg in 15h 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.

  • 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.

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka (average of R13 483). Flying from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of R17 621). 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

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air SeychellesCheapestR9 285AverageR14 198FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR12 060AverageR13 249FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR12 623AverageR14 972FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 890AverageR14 317FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR13 483AverageR15 266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR15 352AverageR16 019FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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