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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sri Lanka from R6 966

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 11/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CMB
Mar 15 — Mar 221
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to Sri Lanka

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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 13 February 2026.

Wed 4/312:45
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop33h 40m
Qatar Airways
Tue 10/33:25
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop16h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 12/2R11 903
Tue 10/312:45
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop27h 05m
Qatar Airways
Tue 17/318:50
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop24h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 10/2R12 015
Mon 25/519:50
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop24h 15m
Singapore Airlines
Sun 31/50:50
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop21h 15m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 11/2R12 382
Wed 18/213:45
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop16h 30m
Qatar Airways
Fri 27/210:15
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop21h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 11/2R12 398
Thu 12/312:45
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop34h 30m
Qatar Airways
Wed 18/33:25
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop15h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 11/2R12 654
Mon 23/312:45
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop16h 30m
Qatar Airways
Mon 30/34:35
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop14h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 10/2R13 485
Fri 27/312:45
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop17h 30m
Qatar Airways
Thu 2/43:45
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop15h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 10/2R13 517
Tue 10/323:00
JNB
-
CMB
2 stops21h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 17/313:20
CMB
-
JNB
2 stops34h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/2R13 677
Mon 30/322:50
JNB
-
CMB
2 stops22h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 6/418:30
CMB
-
JNB
2 stops22h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 13/2R14 188
Wed 4/323:00
JNB
-
CMB
2 stops26h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 11/318:40
CMB
-
JNB
2 stops21h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 12/2R14 204

Find 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 13 February 2026.

Round-trip from

R11 903

One-way from

R6 966

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R12 414
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 4/3-10/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 49h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to Sri Lanka
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11/3
  • 11/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 24h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to Sri Lanka
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R11 203 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R4 806 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sri Lanka that are best for you.

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JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/3

12:45-19:20

1 stop27h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 17/3

18:50-16:00

1 stop24h 40m

R12 015

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 25/5

19:50-23:35

1 stop24h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 31/5

0:50-18:35

1 stop21h 15m

R12 382

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/3

12:45-2:45

1 stop34h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 18/3

3:25-15:35

1 stop15h 40m

R12 654

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 24/4

14:45-17:45

1 stop23h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 6/5

19:15-16:10

1 stop24h 25m

R13 485

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/3

23:00-0:05

2 stops21h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 17/3

13:20-20:10

2 stops34h 20m

R13 677

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 30/3

22:50-1:15

2 stops22h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 6/4

18:30-13:05

2 stops22h 05m

R14 188

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 24/4

22:50-5:00

2 stops26h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 6/5

18:30-20:10

2 stops29h 10m

R14 188

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/3

23:00-5:00

2 stops26h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 11/3

18:40-13:05

2 stops21h 55m

R14 204

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 27/3

23:00-5:00

2 stops26h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 3/4

18:30-13:05

2 stops22h 05m

R14 364

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 28/6

8:20-20:35

2 stops32h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 11/7

18:30-13:05

2 stops22h 05m

R14 412

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Deals found on 10/2

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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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sri Lanka (average of R10 769). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of R12 990). 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

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 13 February 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines, Emirates, andQatar Airways from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sri Lanka by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 452 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 452 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 452 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 516 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 452 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 734 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 452 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 394 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 452 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
962 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 452 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.

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.

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

    Qatar Airways and Singapore Airlines can get you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sri Lanka in just under 24h 15m. Your travel time can differ by up to 2h 50m. The distance from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 OR Tambo Airport to Sri Lanka one-way?

    R6 166 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Qatar Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Etihad Airways and Emirates, with prices starting from R6 797 and R8 515, 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sri Lanka (average of R10 769). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of R12 990). 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 OR Tambo to Sri Lanka

Discover the top 6 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 13 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR11 448AverageR12 470FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 640AverageR12 930FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Air SeychellesCheapestR12 116AverageR12 576FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR12 360AverageR15 090FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR13 704AverageR14 622FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR14 033AverageR16 741FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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