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Cheap flights from South Africa to Sri Lanka from R6 848

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 15/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CMB
Jun 11 — Jun 181
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Sri Lanka

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Sri Lanka
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Sri Lanka. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 12 May 2026.

Sun 24/512:40
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop17h 40m
Qatar Airways
Sun 31/58:50
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop22h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 9/5R13 007
Fri 22/512:40
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop17h 40m
Qatar Airways
Fri 29/520:20
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop17h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 8/5R13 089
Sun 7/619:30
CPT
-
CMB
1 stop27h 35m
Qatar Airways
Sun 14/620:20
CMB
-
CPT
1 stop20h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 10/5R13 171
Mon 25/512:40
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop17h 40m
Qatar Airways
Mon 1/611:20
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop20h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/5R13 253
Fri 7/813:15
CPT
-
CMB
1 stop16h 15m
Qatar Airways
Thu 13/83:35
CMB
-
CPT
1 stop17h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 11/5R13 680
Wed 8/79:50
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop25h 35m
Etihad Airways
Wed 15/710:00
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop25h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 11/5R13 762
Wed 19/820:55
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop16h 25m
Qatar Airways
Fri 28/811:25
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop20h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 12/5R13 894
Sun 19/721:45
JNB
-
CMB
2 stops31h 20m
Etihad Airways
Sun 26/710:00
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop25h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 11/5R14 009
Thu 14/512:40
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop17h 40m
Qatar Airways
Sun 24/520:20
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop17h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 8/5R14 058
Thu 5/1113:45
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop23h 15m
Qatar Airways
Thu 12/1110:15
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop21h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 11/5R14 387
Mon 16/1113:45
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop15h 30m
Qatar Airways
Thu 26/1119:30
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop16h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 12/5R14 616
Mon 16/1113:45
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop15h 30m
Qatar Airways
Mon 30/1119:30
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop16h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 11/5R14 666

Find flight deals from South Africa to Sri Lanka

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Sri Lanka flight deals. Data was last updated 12 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R13 007

One-way from

R6 848

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R15 290
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 19/7-26/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 25m total
  • South Africa to Sri Lanka
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 15/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 50m total
  • South Africa to Sri Lanka
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (R6 960 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 422 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa 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 12 May 2026.
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JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/8

12:40-9:40

1 stop17h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 28/8

10:30-4:00

1 stop21h 00m

R13 894

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/11

13:45-16:30

1 stop23h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 12/11

10:15-3:55

1 stop21h 10m

R14 387

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 22/6

16:50-16:50

2 stops20h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 25/6

20:20-14:20

2 stops21h 30m

R15 306
Fastest return journey

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Sun 14/6

19:30-16:50

1 stop17h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 18/6

20:20-10:15

1 stop17h 25m

R15 372

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Fri 22/5

19:30-9:50

1 stop34h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 26/5

20:20-13:10

1 stop20h 20m

R15 520

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 22/6

12:40-16:50

1 stop24h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 25/6

10:30-4:00

1 stop21h 00m

R15 684

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 28/6

12:40-9:40

1 stop17h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 11/7

18:45-9:00

1 stop17h 45m

R17 195

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 25/7

20:25-23:35

1 stop23h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 10/8

0:50-19:20

1 stop22h 00m

R17 786

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Sat 27/6

13:50-14:55

2 stops21h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 17/7

18:30-14:10

2 stops23h 10m

R17 852

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Mon 22/6

13:50-14:55

2 stops21h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 20/7

18:30-14:10

2 stops23h 10m

R17 868

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Deals found on 7/5

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Sri Lanka

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Sri Lanka

How far ahead should I book a flight from South Africa to Sri Lanka?

The price you pay for your flight from South Africa to Sri Lanka may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 78 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Sri Lanka (average of R10 478). Flying from South Africa to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of R28 954). 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 12 May 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from South Africa to Sri Lanka, such as Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andQatar Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 511 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

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
1 511 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 511 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

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
3 571 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 511 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

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
3 728 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 511 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

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
1 437 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 511 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

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
999 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 511 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

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 South Africa 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 South Africa to Sri Lanka?

    Airlines like Qatar Airways, RwandAir, and Ethiopian Air fly from South Africa to Sri Lanka in about 17h 30m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 4h 05m. The distance between South Africa and 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 South Africa to Sri Lanka one-way?

    R6 322 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 987 and R8 661, respectively.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Sri Lanka?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Sri Lanka?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa 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 South Africa to Sri Lanka?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Sri Lanka (average of R10 478). Flying from South Africa to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of R28 954). 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 South Africa to Sri Lanka

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from South Africa 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 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR12 109AverageR13 300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 423AverageR14 372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Air SeychellesCheapestR12 476AverageR12 895FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR12 697AverageR14 371FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 086AverageR14 960FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR14 797AverageR16 167FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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