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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka from R7 559

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 20/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CMB
Sep 11 — Sep 181
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 12 August 2026.

Thu 1/109:45 -
1 stop13h 45m
Sun 18/1021:50 -
1 stop14h 00m
Deal found 9/8R12 905
Fri 2/1014:05 -
1 stop15h 25m
Thu 22/1010:30 -
1 stop26h 10m
Deal found 12/8R13 115
Thu 1/109:45 -
1 stop13h 45m
Wed 14/104:10 -
1 stop31h 40m
Deal found 9/8R13 131
Thu 5/119:50 -
1 stop13h 30m
Sun 8/1116:05 -
1 stop19h 45m
Deal found 11/8R13 632
Fri 16/1014:05 -
1 stop23h 15m
Sun 29/114:15 -
1 stop14h 50m
Deal found 12/8R13 648
Sat 19/99:45 -
1 stop13h 45m
Fri 25/94:10 -
1 stop31h 35m
Deal found 9/8R13 664
Thu 1/1014:05 -
1 stop23h 15m
Sun 18/105:20 -
3 stops30h 30m
Deal found 9/8R14 424
Sun 20/913:50 -
1 stop10h 50m
Fri 25/95:10 -
1 stop10h 50m
Deal found 9/8R14 569
Fri 2/1022:20 -
2 stops16h 40m
Thu 22/1010:05 -
1 stop14h 00m
Deal found 12/8R15 231

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 12 August 2026.

Round-trip from

R12 905

One-way from

R7 559

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R15 861
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 1/10-18/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 27h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to Sri Lanka
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19/9
  • 19/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 42h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to Sri Lanka
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R9 361 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 400 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/11

9:50-2:50

1 stop13h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 8/11

16:05-8:20

1 stop19h 45m

R13 632

JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/1

10:25-8:20

1 stop18h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 12/1

20:15-10:25

2 stops17h 40m

R16 846

JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/11

22:50-23:50

2 stops21h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 8/11

18:40-13:05

2 stops21h 55m

R17 089

JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/10

9:25-9:00

3 stops20h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 22/10

18:30-13:30

2 stops22h 30m

R17 896

JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 16/10

22:20-16:35

1 stop14h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 30/11

21:50-16:35

1 stop22h 15m

R18 155

JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/11

22:20-16:20

1 stop14h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 8/11

11:15-5:35

2 stops21h 50m

R18 187
Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 20/9

1:15-23:10

2 stops42h 25m

R7 559

JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 21/9

1:15-23:10

2 stops42h 25m

R8 157

JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 20/9

12:10-14:00

3 stops22h 20m

R9 223

JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 30/11

18:50-5:55

1 stop31h 35m

R9 449

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Deals found on 8/8

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka (average of R13 002). Flying from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of R17 089). 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 79 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 12 August 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
1 584 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,1

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Matt,Jun 2026

SIN - CMB

Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 584 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 584 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,1

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Matt,Jun 2026

SIN - CMB

Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 654 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 584 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,1

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Matt,Jun 2026

SIN - CMB

Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 744 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 584 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,1

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Matt,Jun 2026

SIN - CMB

Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 502 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 584 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,1

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Matt,Jun 2026

SIN - CMB

Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 025 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 584 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,1

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Matt,Jun 2026

SIN - CMB

Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello

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 13h 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 378. Users have also found prices from R6 871 and R8 634 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka (average of R13 002). Flying from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of R17 089). 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 12 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air SeychellesCheapestR8 556AverageR12 940FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR11 897AverageR12 536FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 282AverageR13 393FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR12 487AverageR14 594FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 093AverageR14 893FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR14 910AverageR16 415FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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