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 19h. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 6h 40m. The distance between South Africa and Sri Lanka is about 7891 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 209 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 862 and R8 507, 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 is the cheapest time of day to fly from ZA to LK?

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

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.

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Discover carefully curated flight deals from South Africa to Sri Lanka that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 1 September 2026.

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Find flight deals from South Africa to Sri Lanka

Round-trip from	R12 905
One-way from	R7 098
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	February
Average price	R13 373

Etihad Airways
22/10-29/10
2 total stops
45h 25m total
South Africa to Sri Lanka

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Qatar Airways
16/11
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24h 25m total
South Africa to Sri Lanka

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22:00-10:55

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Sri Lanka (average of R13 727). Flying from South Africa to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of R17 760). 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 79 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

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

1 591 reviews

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1 / 20

8,0

Excellent

Matt,Jun 2026

SIN - CMB

Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello

Singapore Airlines

8,2

Very Good

1 591 reviews

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8,2

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1 591 reviews

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1 / 20

8,0

Excellent

Matt,Jun 2026

SIN - CMB

Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 655 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8,2

Very Good

1 591 reviews

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1 / 20

8,0

Excellent

Matt,Jun 2026

SIN - CMB

Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello

Qatar Airways

7,4

Good

3 722 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8,2

Very Good

1 591 reviews

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1 / 20

8,0

Excellent

Matt,Jun 2026

SIN - CMB

Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello

Etihad Airways

7,3

Good

1 529 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8,2

Very Good

1 591 reviews

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1 / 20

8,0

Excellent

Matt,Jun 2026

SIN - CMB

Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello

Ethiopian Air

7,2

Good

1 037 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8,2

Very Good

1 591 reviews

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1 / 20

8,0

Excellent

Matt,Jun 2026

SIN - CMB

Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello

Related info for your journey

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 19h. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 6h 40m. The distance between South Africa and Sri Lanka is about 7891 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 209 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 862 and R8 507, 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Sri Lanka (average of R13 727). Flying from South Africa to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of R17 760). 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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Air Seychelles	CheapestR8 545	AverageR12 992	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time78%	Search Air Seychelles flights
Singapore Airlines	CheapestR11 881	AverageR12 985	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time81%	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	CheapestR12 446	AverageR13 884	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights
Etihad Airways	CheapestR12 471	AverageR14 924	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Etihad Airways flights
Ethiopian Air	CheapestR14 075	AverageR14 740	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Emirates	CheapestR14 437	AverageR15 864	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Emirates flights

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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 79 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

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.

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