Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Cape Town and Colombo?

Prices are currently typical for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from R16 241 to R18 149. The lowest price recently found on this route was R16 277.

Question 1

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Cape Town Intl to Colombo?

Accepted Answer

Qatar Airways, Ethiopian Air, and Emirates are the most popular carriers operating from Cape Town Intl to Colombo

Question 2

How far in advance should I book a flight to Colombo?

Accepted Answer

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Colombo from Cape Town when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Colombo for around R16 128 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Colombo from Cape Town for as low as R14 565 on momondo.

Question 3

Which airlines fly to Colombo?

Accepted Answer

Qatar Airways, Emirates and Singapore Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Colombo from Cape Town according to our data. Qatar Airways is the first choice among our users, with 53% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Colombo. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Colombo on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Question 4

What is the cheapest month to fly to Colombo?

Accepted Answer

In general, November is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Colombo. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around R13 817. If you are unable to visit Colombo during the month of November, then departing from Cape Town during the month October is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around R14 031.

Question 5

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Colombo?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest day to depart from Cape Town to Colombo is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as R13 654. On the other hand, Saturday is the most expensive day to depart from Cape Town because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around R15 644.

Question 6

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Colombo?

Accepted Answer

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Colombo is in the morning. Flights from Cape Town to Colombo during this time can be as low as R13 891. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Colombo is in the afternoon when prices are around R15 376.

Question 7

What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Cape Town and Colombo?

Accepted Answer

Prices are currently typical for flights on this route.Typical prices usually range from R16 241 to R18 149.
The lowest price recently found on this route was R16 277.

Question 8

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Colombo?

Accepted Answer

Prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Colombo were last updated today.

Question 9

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Colombo?

Accepted Answer

There are 4 operators available for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Colombo as of July 2025.

Question 10

How old do you have to be to fly from Cape Town Intl Airport to Colombo?

Accepted Answer

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Cape Town Intl Airport to Colombo.

Question 11

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Colombo?

Accepted Answer

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Colombo can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Colombo. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best price found	R8 290
Fastest flight time	16h 55m
Direct flights	None
Airports in Colombo	1 airport

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R12 942	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 609 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom R13 267	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 1 335 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R13 450	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 295 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R19 119	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 800 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Cape Town and Colombo?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Colombo?

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Colombo?

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Colombo?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Colombo is in the morning. Flights from Cape Town to Colombo during this time can be as low as R13 891. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Colombo is in the afternoon when prices are around R15 376.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Colombo?

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Cape Town Intl to Colombo?

Qatar Airways, Ethiopian Air, and Emirates are the most popular carriers operating from Cape Town Intl to Colombo

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