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Cheap flights from South Africa to Sri Lanka from R7 934

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 28/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CMB
Dec 9 — Dec 161
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 9 November 2025.

Tue 18/1114:30JNB - CMB
2 stops26h 20mEthiopian Air
Mon 15/1218:40CMB - JNB
2 stops21h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 8/11R15 488
Mon 29/128:20JNB - CMB
2 stops32h 30mEthiopian Air
Wed 1/418:25CMB - JNB
2 stops29h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/11R15 505
Mon 24/1114:30JNB - CMB
2 stops21h 15mEthiopian Air
Mon 1/1221:35CMB - JNB
2 stops26h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 8/11R15 747
Wed 19/1119:05JNB - CMB
1 stop31h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 15/124:00CMB - JNB
2 stops19h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/11R15 764
Sun 23/118:20JNB - CMB
2 stops27h 25mEthiopian Air
Mon 8/1221:35CMB - JNB
2 stops26h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/11R15 799
Fri 21/1114:35CPT - CMB
2 stops34h 55mEthiopian Air
Mon 1/1221:35CMB - CPT
2 stops20h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 8/11R15 816
Thu 13/1113:50CPT - CMB
2 stops35h 40mEthiopian Air
Mon 17/1116:40CMB - CPT
2 stops25h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/11R15 972
Mon 17/1123:00JNB - CMB
2 stops21h 40mEthiopian Air
Tue 16/1218:40CMB - JNB
2 stops29h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 8/11R15 972
Tue 16/128:20JNB - CMB
2 stops41h 10mEthiopian Air
Sat 27/1216:30CMB - JNB
2 stops31h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/11R16 006
Tue 18/1119:10JNB - CMB
1 stop31h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 16/124:00CMB - JNB
2 stops19h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/11R16 352
Mon 24/1113:45JNB - CMB
1 stop32h 40mQatar Airways
Mon 1/1211:15CMB - JNB
1 stop24h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 8/11R16 387
Mon 17/111:35JNB - CMB
2 stops24h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 18/124:50CMB - JNB
1 stop11h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/11R16 456

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 9 November 2025.

Round-trip from

R13 673

One-way from

R7 934

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R13 621
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 7/3-20/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 38h 55m total
  • South Africa to Sri Lanka
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28/12
  • 28/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 55h 40m total
  • South Africa to Sri Lanka
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R18 731 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R6 765 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 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 9 November 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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JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/2

13:40-23:30

1 stop30h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 17/2

0:45-18:35

1 stop21h 20m

R14 623

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/3

1:35-12:45

3 stops31h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 21/3

9:10-10:55

3 stops29h 15m

R15 505

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 7/1

23:00-5:00

2 stops26h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 14/1

18:40-13:05

2 stops21h 55m

R15 799

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 20/11

8:20-20:20

2 stops32h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 14/12

18:40-13:05

2 stops21h 55m

R15 972

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 20/11

23:00-5:00

2 stops26h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 13/12

18:40-13:05

2 stops21h 55m

R15 972

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 21/11

14:30-20:20

2 stops26h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 16/12

16:30-20:10

2 stops31h 10m

R15 972

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 20/11

8:20-20:20

2 stops32h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 18/12

18:40-20:10

2 stops29h 00m

R15 972

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/11

8:20-15:15

2 stops27h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 13/12

18:40-13:05

2 stops21h 55m

R15 972

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 20/11

8:20-15:15

2 stops27h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 19/12

18:40-20:10

2 stops29h 00m

R15 972

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/3

14:30-5:00

2 stops35h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 9/3

18:40-3:55

2 stops36h 45m

R16 006

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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 438). Flying from South Africa to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of R13 949). 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 9 November 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 9 November 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
3 404 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

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.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 404 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 404 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

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.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 393 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 404 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

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.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 661 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 404 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

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.
Etihad Airways
7,4
Good
1 288 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 404 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

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.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
893 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 404 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

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

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 Singapore Airlines, Ethiopian Air, and Emirates fly from South Africa to Sri Lanka in about 26h 30m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 4h 30m. 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?

    R8 850 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Singapore Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Turkish Airlines and Ethiopian Air, with prices starting from R9 455 and R10 043, 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 438). Flying from South Africa to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of R13 949). 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 9 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR12 206AverageR13 734FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 328AverageR14 665FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Air SeychellesCheapestR13 108AverageR13 463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR13 385AverageR16 609FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapestR13 626AverageR17 425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR15 082AverageR19 117FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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