How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka?

For as low as R14 905, Singapore Airlines can have you in Sri Lanka from Johannesburg in 21h 25m. 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 645. Users have also found prices from R7 230 and R9 052 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, Emirates or Etihad Airways 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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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 22 March 2026.

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1 stop18h 50m

Qatar Airways

Wed 22/44:35

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Wed 19/819:50

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Thu 27/80:50

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Thu 16/414:45

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Fri 1/514:15

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Fri 10/49:45

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1 stop13h 45m

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Deal found 21/3R14 752

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Round-trip from	R12 984
One-way from	R6 832
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	March
Average price	R13 426

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57h 10m total
Johannesburg to Sri Lanka

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka (average of R12 118). Flying from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of R13 834). 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

Very Good

1 483 reviews

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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.

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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

3 542 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8,2

Very Good

1 483 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

3 733 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8,2

Very Good

1 483 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.

Etihad Airways

7,3

Good

1 430 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8,2

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1 483 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

971 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8,2

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1 483 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 R14 905, Singapore Airlines can have you in Sri Lanka from Johannesburg in 21h 25m. 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 645. Users have also found prices from R7 230 and R9 052 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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka (average of R12 118). Flying from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of R13 834). 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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Singapore Airlines	CheapestR12 395	AverageR13 270	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time81%	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	CheapestR12 800	AverageR14 056	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights
Air Seychelles	CheapestR12 888	AverageR13 423	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time78%	Search Air Seychelles flights
Etihad Airways	CheapestR13 148	AverageR15 846	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Etihad Airways flights
Ethiopian Air	CheapestR14 577	AverageR15 597	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Emirates	CheapestR15 775	AverageR17 607	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Emirates flights

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