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Cheap flights from South Africa to Sri Lanka from R8 023

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 25/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CMB
Jan 10 — Jan 171
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 11 December 2025.

Mon 29/128:20JNB - CMB
2 stops41h 10mEthiopian Air
Wed 1/418:25CMB - JNB
2 stops29h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/12R16 302
Thu 11/1213:50CPT - CMB
2 stops27h 00mEthiopian Air
Sun 11/118:40CMB - CPT
2 stops45h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/12R17 033
Sun 14/1213:50CPT - CMB
2 stops21h 55mEthiopian Air
Tue 30/1221:35CMB - CPT
2 stops42h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/12R17 254
Sun 14/1213:50CPT - CMB
2 stops21h 55mEthiopian Air
Thu 1/116:30CMB - CPT
2 stops49h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/12R17 271
Tue 16/1213:50CPT - CMB
2 stops27h 00mEthiopian Air
Wed 31/1221:35CMB - CPT
2 stops20h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/12R17 984
Tue 16/1215:25CPT - CMB
2 stops44h 20mEthiopian Air
Tue 30/1221:35CMB - CPT
2 stops42h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/12R18 783
Tue 16/1213:50CPT - CMB
2 stops45h 55mEthiopian Air
Thu 1/116:30CMB - CPT
2 stops48h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/12R18 800
Tue 16/1212:35CPT - CMB
1 stop27h 15mQatar Airways
Tue 30/124:15CMB - CPT
1 stop16h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 10/12R18 817
Sun 14/1213:50CPT - CMB
2 stops21h 55mEthiopian Air
Wed 31/1218:40CMB - CPT
2 stops23h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/12R19 106
Mon 29/1219:55JNB - CMB
1 stop24h 05mSingapore Airlines
Tue 31/30:50CMB - JNB
1 stop21h 15mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 9/12R19 633
Mon 15/1214:35CPT - CMB
2 stops50h 15mEthiopian Air
Tue 30/1221:35CMB - CPT
2 stops42h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/12R20 381
Mon 15/1214:35CPT - CMB
2 stops50h 15mEthiopian Air
Thu 1/116:30CMB - CPT
2 stops49h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/12R20 398

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 11 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R13 531

One-way from

R8 023

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R18 528
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 1/2-16/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 60h 10m total
  • South Africa to Sri Lanka
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25/2
  • 25/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 30h 15m total
  • South Africa to Sri Lanka
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R18 842 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R6 332 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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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 11 December 2025.
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Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Wed 28/1

12:35-16:30

1 stop24h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 10/2

4:15-17:25

1 stop16h 40m

R14 058

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Sun 25/1

12:35-16:30

1 stop24h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 1/2

11:15-17:30

1 stop33h 45m

R14 619

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/2

10:40-23:30

2 stops33h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 15/2

0:45-9:25

2 stops60h 10m

R14 891

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Sun 8/2

13:50-20:20

2 stops27h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 14/2

18:40-14:35

2 stops23h 25m

R15 112

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/3

13:40-23:30

1 stop30h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 20/3

0:45-18:35

1 stop21h 20m

R15 163

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 23/1

12:45-1:55

1 stop33h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 30/1

21:35-13:05

2 stops19h 00m

R15 469

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Tue 27/1

13:50-0:10

2 stops30h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 8/2

14:00-13:45

2 stops27h 15m

R15 622

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Tue 27/1

13:50-5:00

2 stops35h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 14/2

18:40-14:35

2 stops23h 25m

R15 622

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Thu 29/1

13:50-5:00

2 stops35h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 8/2

14:00-13:45

2 stops27h 15m

R15 622

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/2

14:30-5:00

2 stops35h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 8/2

18:40-3:55

2 stops36h 45m

R15 622

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Deals found on 9/12

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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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Sri Lanka (average of R9 162). Flying from South Africa to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of R13 701). 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 ZA to LK?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa 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 11 December 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from South Africa to Sri Lanka in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 18% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from South Africa to Sri Lanka?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from South Africa to Sri Lanka. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their South Africa to Sri Lanka flight should consider departing on Sunday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 11 December 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from South Africa to Sri Lanka, such as Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andQatar Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 434 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 434 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 434 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 412 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 434 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 677 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 434 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane
Etihad Airways
7,4
Good
1 331 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 434 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
903 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 434 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane

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, Singapore Airlines, and Ethiopian Air fly from South Africa to Sri Lanka in about 24h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 8h 55m. 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 543 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 R7 232 and R9 062, 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Sri Lanka (average of R9 162). Flying from South Africa to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of R13 701). 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 11 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR12 004AverageR13 537FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 256AverageR14 548FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Air SeychellesCheapestR12 890AverageR13 342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR13 165AverageR16 244FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapestR13 425AverageR17 153FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 806AverageR16 562FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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