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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sri Lanka from R7 118

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 29/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CMB
Jun 20 — Jun 271
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to Sri Lanka

Keep the following information in mind while searching for OR Tambo to Sri Lanka flight deals. Data was last updated 15 June 2025.

Round-trip from

R14 811

One-way from

R7 118

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R14 219
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 3/10-11/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 64h 55m total
  • Johannesburg to Sri Lanka
29/7
  • 29/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 42h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to Sri Lanka
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R18 867 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R8 424 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025

Find flight deals from OR Tambo to Sri Lanka

Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Sri Lanka
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Sri Lanka. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 June 2025.

Sun 15/69:50JNB - CMB
1 stop31h 20mEtihad Airways
Sun 29/69:50CMB - JNB
1 stop26h 00mEtihad Airways
Deal found 14/6R13 753
Fri 3/1013:55JNB - CMB
1 stop32h 40mQatar Airways
Sat 11/1011:25CMB - JNB
1 stop32h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 14/6R14 811
Fri 20/68:20JNB - CMB
2 stops27h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 27/616:00CMB - JNB
2 stops31h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/6R15 008
Mon 24/118:20JNB - CMB
2 stops27h 20mEthiopian Air
Sun 7/1221:40CMB - JNB
2 stops26h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 14/6R15 779
Fri 20/619:10JNB - CMB
1 stop23h 30mEmirates
Fri 27/622:05CMB - JNB
1 stop26h 15mEmirates
Deal found 13/6R16 496
Sun 10/813:45JNB - CMB
1 stop30h 20mSingapore Airlines
Tue 19/80:50CMB - JNB
1 stop21h 15mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 13/6R16 532
Sun 10/811:20JNB - CMB
1 stop32h 40mCathay Pacific
Tue 19/80:50CMB - JNB
1 stop34h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 14/6R18 343
Mon 24/1116:50JNB - CMB
2 stops20h 10mRwandAir
Sat 6/123:25CMB - JNB
2 stops26h 25mRwandAir
Deal found 14/6R21 373
Mon 21/710:10JNB - CMB
3 stops55h 15mAir China
Mon 4/822:15CMB - JNB
3 stops36h 55mAir China
Deal found 14/6R23 561
Thu 24/714:30JNB - CMB
3 stops28h 55mMalaysia Airlines
Sun 3/87:40CMB - JNB
2 stops29h 30mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 14/6R39 214

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Customise your flight search to find flights from OR Tambo to Sri Lanka that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 15 June 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sri Lanka that are best for you.

Fly from

OR Tambo

Fly to

Sri Lanka

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/10

13:55-2:05

1 stop32h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 11/10

11:25-16:10

1 stop32h 15m

R14 811

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 24/11

10:00-15:10

1 stop25h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 7/12

16:15-8:20

1 stop19h 35m

R15 205

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 24/11

8:20-15:10

2 stops27h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 7/12

21:40-20:10

2 stops26h 00m

R15 779

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 10/8

13:45-23:35

1 stop30h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 19/8

0:50-18:35

1 stop21h 15m

R16 532

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 24/7

20:25-2:05

1 stop26h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 3/8

17:15-20:10

2 stops30h 25m

R17 375

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 10/8

11:20-23:30

1 stop32h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 19/8

0:50-7:40

1 stop34h 20m

R18 343

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 24/11

18:50-18:25

2 stops20h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 7/12

22:05-10:25

1 stop15h 50m

R20 029

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 24/11

16:50-16:30

2 stops20h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 6/12

3:25-2:20

2 stops26h 25m

R21 373

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 21/7

10:10-20:55

3 stops55h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 4/8

22:15-7:40

2 stops36h 55m

R23 561

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 24/7

14:30-22:55

3 stops28h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 3/8

7:40-9:40

2 stops29h 30m

R39 214

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Sri Lanka

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Sri Lanka from OR Tambo with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sri Lanka

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sri Lanka (average of R722). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of R973). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JNB to LK?

Find hourly flight availability from OR Tambo to Sri Lanka. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 15 June 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sri Lanka as you normally would.

Rainfall in Sri Lanka by month

Plan your trip to Sri Lanka by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

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.

Temperature in Sri Lanka by month

Plan your trip to Sri Lanka by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

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).

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 15 June 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines and Cathay Pacific 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.

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from OR Tambo to Sri Lanka. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sri Lanka one-way?

    R10 005 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Singapore Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Cathay Pacific and Qatar Airways, with prices starting from R10 884 and R11 476, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from OR Tambo to Sri Lanka that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on OR Tambo to Sri Lanka flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to Sri Lanka?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from OR Tambo to Sri Lanka.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from OR Tambo to Sri Lanka?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo Airport to Sri Lanka?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sri Lanka (average of R722). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of R973). 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 5 airlines flying from OR Tambo to Sri Lanka

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo 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 15 June 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR12 290AverageR13 708FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 485AverageR13 806FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR12 926AverageR19 016FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR13 979AverageR19 480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR19 483AverageR20 263FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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