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Air Seychelles Logo
13:50 - 3:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
10h 30m1 stop Victoria Seychelles Intl
Air Seychelles Logo
5:00 - 18:45CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
17h 15m1 stop Victoria Seychelles Intl
R13 447Air Seychelles
Sun, Nov 29 - Mon, Dec 7
Qatar Airways Logo
20:20 - 16:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
16h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
19:30 - 8:40CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
16h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R13 907Qatar Airways
Mon, Mar 1 - Sun, Mar 21
Qatar Airways Logo
19:25 - 16:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
17h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
11:15 - 10:30CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R13 973Qatar Airways
Fri, Jan 29 - Thu, Feb 18
Air Seychelles Logo
13:50 - 3:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
10h 30m1 stop Victoria Seychelles Intl
Air Seychelles Logo
5:00 - 12:30CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
11h 00m1 stop Victoria Seychelles Intl
R14 138Air Seychelles
Sun, Nov 29 - Fri, Dec 11
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:50 - 3:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
10h 30m1 stop Victoria Seychelles Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:30 - 13:30CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 30m2 stops Chennai Addis Ababa Bole
R14 170Multiple Airlines
Sun, Feb 14 - Sun, Feb 21
RwandAir Logo
17:45 - 16:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
19h 15m2 stops Kigali Intl Doha Hamad Intl
RwandAir Logo
19:30 - 13:55CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
21h 55m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Kigali Intl
R14 236RwandAir
Mon, Dec 7 - Tue, Dec 8
Emirates Logo
22:15 - 18:25JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
16h 40m2 stops Dubai Intl Male
Emirates Logo
20:15 - 20:30CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 45m2 stops Male Dubai Intl
R15 009Emirates
Mon, Mar 1 - Sun, Mar 21
Emirates Logo
13:25 - 18:25JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
25h 30m2 stops Dubai Intl Male
Emirates Logo
9:55 - 20:30CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
14h 05m1 stop Dubai Intl
R15 009Emirates
Fri, Jan 22 - Sat, Jan 30
Etihad Airways Logo
9:45 - 3:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
13h 45m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
10:00 - 8:15CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 45m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R16 225Etihad Airways
Sun, Mar 28 - Mon, Apr 26
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 - 8:10JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
18h 50m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
16:05 - 8:25CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 50m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R18 741Etihad Airways
Fri, Jan 8 - Tue, Jan 19

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JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 29/11

13:50-3:50

1 stop10h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 7/12

5:00-18:45

1 stop17h 15m

R13 447

JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/3

20:20-16:30

1 stop16h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 21/3

19:30-8:40

1 stop16h 40m

R13 907

Cape TownColombo

CPT Cape Town Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Fri 29/1

19:25-16:30

1 stop17h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 18/2

11:15-10:30

1 stop26h 45m

R13 973
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 29/11

13:50-3:50

1 stop10h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 11/12

5:00-12:30

1 stop11h 00m

R14 138

JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 14/2

13:50-3:50

1 stop10h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 21/2

12:30-13:30

2 stops28h 30m

R14 170

JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/12

17:45-16:30

2 stops19h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 8/12

19:30-13:55

2 stops21h 55m

R14 236

JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/3

22:15-18:25

2 stops16h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 21/3

20:15-20:30

2 stops27h 45m

R15 009

JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 22/1

13:25-18:25

2 stops25h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 30/1

9:55-20:30

1 stop14h 05m

R15 009

JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 28/3

9:45-3:00

1 stop13h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 26/4

10:00-8:15

1 stop25h 45m

R16 225

JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 8/1

9:50-8:10

1 stop18h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 19/1

16:05-8:25

1 stop19h 50m

R18 741

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Colombo?

In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from South Africa to Colombo. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around R13 447. If you are unable to visit Colombo during the month of February, then departing from South Africa during the month July is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around R13 447.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Colombo from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Colombo for around R14 549 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 South Africa for as low as R13 973 on momondo.

Cheapest flights to Colombo

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Find flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport
CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO COLOMBO FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORTFebruary8% cheaperFlying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Colombo costs on average just R13 447 in February
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO COLOMBO FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORTDecember20% more expensiveIt costs about R17 573 for flights to Colombo from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO COLOMBO FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORTDecember363% more users visitedMore momondo users searched in flights to Colombo from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December than any other month

Cheap Colombo flight deals and tips

Summary info about Colombo flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price

R7 019

Best Round-Trip Price

R13 447

Fastest flight time

27h 15m

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December
The best one-way flight price to Colombo from South Africa in the last 5 days is R7 019 (Cape Town Intl to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl).
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The best return flight price to Colombo from South Africa in the last 5 days is R13 447 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl).
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The fastest flight to Colombo from South Africa takes 27h 15m (Durban King Shaka Intl to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl).
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December has the highest demand for flights to Colombo, with a 3% price increase on average.
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Frequently asked questions about flying to Colombo

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

The best time to book a flight to Colombo from South Africa is 83 days out, which is when prices tend to be around R14 549.

Is there an alternative airport near Colombo?

Colombo Diyawanna Oya Seaplane Base Airport, Kalutara Katukurunda Airport, Bentota River Airport, Hatton Castlereigh Reservoir Airport or Koggala Airport can be an alternative airport used for travel to Colombo.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Colombo?

Prices for flights to Colombo are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Colombo?

As of November 2026, there are 8 operators available to choose from for flights to Colombo.

How old do you have to be to fly to Colombo?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel to Colombo.

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

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.

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Can I find flights to Colombo with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Flights to Colombo with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

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