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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka from R5 661

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 25/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CMB
May 15 — May 221
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 April 2026.

Mon 13/412:40
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop24h 15m
Qatar Airways
Tue 21/411:20
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop20h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 11/4R12 335
Mon 20/419:50
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop24h 20m
Qatar Airways
Thu 7/520:20
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop17h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 11/4R12 761
Tue 9/612:40
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop17h 40m
Qatar Airways
Tue 16/618:45
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop17h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 12/4R12 777
Wed 19/812:40
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop16h 50m
Qatar Airways
Fri 28/811:25
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop31h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 14/4R12 794
Sat 18/412:40
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop24h 40m
Qatar Airways
Thu 23/411:20
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop20h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 15/4R13 104
Sun 3/513:50
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop10h 30m
Air Seychelles
Fri 8/54:50
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop11h 10m
Air Seychelles
Deal found 12/4R14 070
Thu 30/419:50
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop17h 30m
Qatar Airways
Fri 8/511:20
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop20h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 12/4R14 495
Fri 1/512:40
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop17h 40m
Qatar Airways
Sun 10/520:20
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop17h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 13/4R14 659
Sat 18/412:40
JNB
-
CMB
1 stop17h 40m
Qatar Airways
Mon 27/411:20
CMB
-
JNB
1 stop20h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 13/4R14 773

Find flight deals from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Johannesburg to Sri Lanka flight deals. Data was last updated 15 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R12 761

One-way from

R5 661

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R13 808
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 8/6-15/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 50m total
  • Johannesburg to Sri Lanka
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25/5
  • 25/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 29h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to Sri Lanka
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R8 222 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R4 637 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Johannesburg 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 15 April 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 22/6

14:45-9:40

1 stop15h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 26/6

18:45-15:20

1 stop24h 05m

R14 969

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 26/4

12:40-9:50

1 stop17h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 1/5

11:20-4:00

1 stop20h 10m

R15 215

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 23/5

12:40-16:50

1 stop24h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 26/5

20:00-10:30

1 stop18h 00m

R15 346

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 26/4

12:40-9:50

1 stop17h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 2/5

20:20-10:30

1 stop17h 40m

R15 477

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/8

10:05-18:30

2 stops28h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 28/8

20:35-5:30

2 stops36h 25m

R16 376

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 22/5

3:10-11:00

2 stops28h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 26/5

19:15-14:20

2 stops22h 35m

R17 047
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/4

19:50-16:50

1 stop17h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 29/4

20:20-10:30

1 stop17h 40m

R17 113

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 22/6

22:20-22:10

1 stop20h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 26/6

11:15-10:15

2 stops26h 30m

R17 652

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/4

19:10-18:30

2 stops19h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 7/5

22:05-10:15

1 stop15h 40m

R17 669

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/4

10:05-8:10

1 stop18h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 2/5

20:35-16:15

2 stops23h 10m

R17 669

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Deals found on 12/4

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka (average of R12 090). Flying from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of R13 104). 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 15 April 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andQatar Airways from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 495 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 495 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 495 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 495 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 728 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 495 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 428 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 495 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 001 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 495 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg to Sri Lanka?

    For as low as R14 969, Qatar Airways can have you in Sri Lanka from Johannesburg in 15h 25m. The distance from Johannesburg to 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 Johannesburg to Sri Lanka one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Qatar Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R6 397. Users have also found prices from R6 960 and R8 714 on Etihad Airways and Emirates, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Johannesburg to Sri Lanka flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg to Sri Lanka?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka (average of R12 090). Flying from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of R13 104). 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 Johannesburg to Sri Lanka

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Johannesburg 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 15 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR12 050AverageR12 805FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 363AverageR13 505FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Air SeychellesCheapestR12 406AverageR12 846FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR12 656AverageR14 706FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 032AverageR15 014FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR15 103AverageR16 271FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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