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Cheap flights from South Africa to Sri Lanka from R6 205

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 10/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CMB
Mar 5 — Mar 121
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 3 February 2026.

Wed 25/212:45
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop16h 30m
Qatar Airways
Wed 4/320:50
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop22h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 1/2R12 232
Tue 28/719:50
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop24h 15m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 10/80:50
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop21h 15m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 3/2R12 361
Tue 10/212:35
CPT
-
CMB
1 stop17h 40m
Qatar Airways
Sun 10/518:45
CMB
-
CPT
1 stop20h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/2R12 603
Fri 17/414:45
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop23h 30m
Qatar Airways
Fri 24/44:35
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop14h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/2R12 909
Fri 17/49:50
JNB
-
CMB
2 stops25h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 24/417:15
CMB
-
JNB
2 stops18h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/2R13 957
Wed 25/213:45
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop23h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/34:00
CMB
-
JNB
2 stops19h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/2R14 021
Wed 25/223:00
JNB
-
CMB
2 stops26h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 4/314:00
CMB
-
JNB
2 stops26h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/2R14 118
Tue 10/212:45
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop17h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 19/24:50
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop11h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2R14 215
Sun 28/68:20
JNB
-
CMB
2 stops41h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 11/718:30
CMB
-
JNB
2 stops22h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/2R14 295
Tue 10/219:55
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop24h 05m
Singapore Airlines
Thu 19/20:45
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop21h 20m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 3/2R14 408
Tue 3/313:50
CPT
-
CMB
2 stops35h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 13/318:40
CMB
-
CPT
2 stops23h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/2R14 585
Sun 1/313:50
CPT
-
CMB
2 stops26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 14/318:40
CMB
-
CPT
2 stops23h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/2R14 618

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 3 February 2026.

Round-trip from

R11 281

One-way from

R6 205

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R12 361
18/3-25/3
  • 18/3-25/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 54h 25m total
  • South Africa to Sri Lanka
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 10/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 40m total
  • South Africa to Sri Lanka
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R12 987 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R4 693 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
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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 3 February 2026.
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JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/2

12:45-8:45

1 stop16h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 4/3

20:50-15:35

1 stop22h 15m

R12 232

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 28/7

19:50-23:35

1 stop24h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 10/8

0:50-18:35

1 stop21h 15m

R12 361

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 17/4

14:45-17:45

1 stop23h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 24/4

4:35-15:50

1 stop14h 45m

R12 909

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 17/4

9:50-15:00

2 stops25h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 24/4

17:15-8:20

2 stops18h 35m

R13 957

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/2

13:45-16:30

1 stop23h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 3/3

4:00-20:10

2 stops19h 40m

R14 021

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/2

23:00-5:00

2 stops26h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 4/3

14:00-13:05

2 stops26h 35m

R14 118

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 28/6

8:20-5:00

2 stops41h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 11/7

18:30-13:05

2 stops22h 05m

R14 295

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Sat 7/3

13:50-0:10

2 stops30h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 18/3

14:00-14:35

2 stops28h 05m

R14 585

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/3

13:50-0:10

2 stops30h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 18/3

14:00-14:35

2 stops28h 05m

R14 585

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Fri 6/3

14:35-5:00

2 stops34h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 13/3

18:40-14:35

2 stops23h 25m

R14 585

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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 R8 687). Flying from South Africa to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of R13 070). 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 3 February 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
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

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
1 443 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

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
3 500 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

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
3 729 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

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
1 380 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

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
955 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

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, Singapore Airlines, and Ethiopian Air fly from South Africa to Sri Lanka in about 16h 30m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 14h 20m. 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 224 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 856 and R8 500, 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 R8 687). Flying from South Africa to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of R13 070). 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 3 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR11 505AverageR12 943FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 703AverageR13 812FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Air SeychellesCheapestR12 221AverageR12 686FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR12 477AverageR15 278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapestR13 293AverageR16 284FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR13 823AverageR14 743FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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