Cheap flights from South Africa to Sri Lanka from R6 863

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 9/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CMB
Aug 26 — Sep 21
1 adult

Cheap 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 21 August 2025.

Round-trip from

R13 674

One-way from

R6 863

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R17 176
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 18/9-28/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 40h 05m total
  • South Africa to Sri Lanka
9/2
  • 9/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 30h 55m total
  • South Africa to Sri Lanka
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R18 448 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R7 909 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2025

Find flight deals from South Africa to Sri Lanka

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 21 August 2025.

Thu 18/99:50JNB - CMB
1 stop26h 05mEtihad Airways
Sun 28/921:50CMB - JNB
1 stop14h 00mEtihad Airways
Deal found 19/8R13 674
Tue 2/99:50JNB - CMB
2 stops19h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/93:20CMB - JNB
3 stops32h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/8R13 904
Sun 7/913:55JNB - CMB
1 stop23h 25mQatar Airways
Sat 13/93:35CMB - JNB
1 stop16h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 19/8R14 028
Tue 16/99:50JNB - CMB
1 stop19h 10mEtihad Airways
Wed 1/104:05CMB - JNB
1 stop31h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 19/8R14 346
Sun 7/99:50JNB - CMB
2 stops19h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 14/99:45CMB - JNB
3 stops26h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/8R14 487
Sat 20/99:50JNB - CMB
1 stop13h 30mEtihad Airways
Tue 30/916:30CMB - JNB
1 stop19h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 19/8R14 682
Mon 8/99:50JNB - CMB
1 stop13h 30mEtihad Airways
Fri 19/94:05CMB - JNB
1 stop31h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 20/8R14 717
Thu 18/913:55JNB - CMB
1 stop32h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 28/921:50CMB - JNB
2 stops18h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/8R15 053
Fri 24/1013:55JNB - CMB
1 stop15h 35mMultiple Airlines
Fri 31/1016:40CMB - JNB
2 stops31h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/8R15 160
Sun 5/109:50JNB - CMB
1 stop19h 10mEtihad Airways
Sun 12/1016:30CMB - JNB
1 stop19h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 20/8R15 195
Thu 6/1113:50CPT - CMB
2 stops35h 40mEthiopian Air
Mon 10/1121:35CMB - CPT
2 stops20h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 20/8R16 256
Wed 17/914:35CPT - CMB
2 stops34h 50mEthiopian Air
Tue 30/918:25CMB - CPT
2 stops22h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 20/8R16 274

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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 21 August 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Sri Lanka that are best for you.

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South Africa

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Sri Lanka

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 18/9

9:50-15:25

1 stop26h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 28/9

21:50-8:20

1 stop14h 00m

R13 674

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/9

9:50-8:40

2 stops19h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 6/9

3:20-8:20

3 stops32h 30m

R13 904

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 7/9

13:55-16:50

1 stop23h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 13/9

3:35-16:10

1 stop16h 05m

R14 028

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 16/9

9:50-8:30

1 stop19h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 1/10

4:05-8:20

1 stop31h 45m

R14 346

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 16/9

9:50-2:50

1 stop13h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 28/9

21:50-8:20

1 stop14h 00m

R14 346

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 21/9

9:50-2:50

1 stop13h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 1/10

4:05-8:20

1 stop31h 45m

R14 346

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 18/9

9:50-2:50

1 stop13h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 1/10

4:05-8:20

1 stop31h 45m

R14 346

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 21/9

9:50-15:25

1 stop26h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 25/9

21:50-8:20

1 stop14h 00m

R14 346

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 17/9

9:50-20:35

1 stop31h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 30/9

4:05-8:20

1 stop31h 45m

R14 346

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 21/9

9:50-2:50

1 stop13h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 30/9

16:30-8:20

1 stop19h 20m

R14 346

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Sri Lanka (average of R722). Flying from South Africa to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of R973). 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 21 August 2025.

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.

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 21 August 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.

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from South Africa to Sri Lanka?

    Airlines like Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways, and Ethiopian Air fly from South Africa to Sri Lanka in about 23h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 12h 15m. 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.

  • 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.

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    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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Sri Lanka (average of R722). Flying from South Africa to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of R973). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 400AverageR14 876FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR12 440AverageR13 949FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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EmiratesCheapestR13 265AverageR18 047FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air SeychellesCheapestR13 289AverageR13 884FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR13 730AverageR17 537FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR15 962AverageR19 877FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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