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Cheap flights from South Africa to Sri Lanka from R6 900

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 3/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CMB
Jun 26 — Jul 31
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 27 May 2026.

Fri 13/119:50
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop18h 55m
Etihad Airways
Fri 20/119:50
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop26h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 22/5R13 260
Sun 14/612:40
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop17h 40m
Qatar Airways
Thu 18/620:20
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop16h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 24/5R13 423
Tue 21/712:40
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop17h 30m
Qatar Airways
Wed 29/711:25
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop20h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 23/5R13 652
Mon 20/712:40
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop17h 30m
Qatar Airways
Tue 28/720:20
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop16h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 23/5R13 668
Mon 1/619:50
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop17h 30m
Qatar Airways
Tue 30/618:45
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop17h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 22/5R13 930
Sat 19/914:45
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop14h 45m
Qatar Airways
Sat 26/910:30
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop21h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 22/5R13 963
Sun 21/612:40
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop17h 30m
Qatar Airways
Sun 28/611:25
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop20h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 24/5R14 355
Wed 19/812:40
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop16h 50m
Qatar Airways
Thu 27/83:35
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop27h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 24/5R14 404
Wed 30/919:30
CPT
-
CMB
1 stop17h 50m
Qatar Airways
Fri 9/103:35
CMB
-
CPT
1 stop17h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 24/5R14 421
Fri 17/712:40
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop24h 40m
Qatar Airways
Fri 24/711:25
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop20h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 23/5R14 502
Tue 2/619:30
CPT
-
CMB
1 stop18h 45m
Qatar Airways
Tue 16/620:20
CMB
-
CPT
1 stop17h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 23/5R14 551
Thu 3/913:15
CPT
-
CMB
1 stop16h 55m
Qatar Airways
Wed 30/920:20
CMB
-
CPT
1 stop24h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 23/5R14 568

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 27 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R13 260

One-way from

R6 900

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R15 222
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 13/11-20/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 55m total
  • South Africa to Sri Lanka
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 3/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 40m total
  • South Africa to Sri Lanka
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R7 849 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 462 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
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JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/11

9:50-8:15

1 stop18h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 20/11

9:50-8:20

1 stop26h 00m

R13 260

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/8

12:40-9:00

1 stop16h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 27/8

3:35-4:00

1 stop27h 55m

R14 404

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 19/9

19:10-18:30

2 stops19h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 26/9

20:35-10:15

2 stops17h 10m

R15 500
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 14/6

19:50-16:50

1 stop17h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 18/6

20:20-8:55

1 stop16h 05m

R15 581

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 17/7

19:10-18:30

2 stops19h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 24/7

10:05-20:35

1 stop14h 00m

R15 696

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/8

10:05-18:30

2 stops28h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 27/8

2:55-5:30

1 stop30h 05m

R16 039

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Sun 12/7

13:15-9:40

1 stop16h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 2/8

10:30-10:15

1 stop27h 15m

R17 462

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Sat 11/7

13:50-14:55

2 stops21h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 3/8

18:30-13:00

2 stops22h 00m

R17 805

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Fri 19/6

13:50-14:55

2 stops21h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 20/7

18:30-14:10

2 stops23h 10m

R17 821

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Fri 4/9

13:50-14:55

2 stops21h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 30/9

21:50-14:10

2 stops19h 50m

R17 821

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Deals found on 25/5

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

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Sri Lanka (average of R9 581). Flying from South Africa to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of R12 410). 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 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.

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 27 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
1 523 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

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
1 523 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 523 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

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
3 568 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 523 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

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
3 726 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 523 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

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
1 445 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 523 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

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
1 003 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 523 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

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 Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways, and Emirates fly from South Africa to Sri Lanka in about 16h 50m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 3h. 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 294 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 956 and R8 623, 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Sri Lanka (average of R9 581). Flying from South Africa to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of R12 410). 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 27 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR12 055AverageR13 156FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 406AverageR14 189FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Air SeychellesCheapestR12 408AverageR12 838FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR12 640AverageR14 286FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 024AverageR14 893FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR14 633AverageR16 035FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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