Flights to Colombo

R6 735 Cheap flights to Colombo

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Qatar Airways Logo
12:45 - 19:20
JNB
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CMB
27h 05m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
18:50 - 16:00
CMB
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JNB
24h 40m
1 stop
R11 945Qatar Airways
Tue, Mar 10 - Tue, Mar 17
Singapore Airlines Logo
19:50 - 23:35
JNB
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CMB
24h 15m
1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
11:45 - 18:35
CMB
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JNB
34h 20m
1 stop
R12 104Singapore Airlines
Mon, Aug 3 - Sun, Aug 16
Singapore Airlines Logo
19:50 - 23:35
JNB
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CMB
24h 15m
1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
0:50 - 18:35
CMB
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JNB
21h 15m
1 stop
R12 310Singapore Airlines
Mon, May 25 - Sun, May 31
Qatar Airways Logo
12:45 - 8:45
JNB
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CMB
16h 30m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
4:35 - 15:20
CMB
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JNB
14h 15m
1 stop
R13 406Qatar Airways
Mon, Mar 23 - Mon, Mar 30
Qatar Airways Logo
12:45 - 9:45
JNB
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CMB
17h 30m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
3:45 - 15:20
CMB
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JNB
15h 05m
1 stop
R13 438Qatar Airways
Fri, Mar 27 - Thu, Apr 2
Qatar Airways Logo
12:45 - 16:30
JNB
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CMB
24h 15m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
4:35 - 15:20
CMB
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JNB
14h 15m
1 stop
R13 470Qatar Airways
Fri, Mar 27 - Fri, Apr 3
Ethiopian Air Logo
23:00 - 5:00
JNB
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CMB
26h 30m
2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
18:30 - 13:05
CMB
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JNB
22h 05m
2 stops
R14 280Ethiopian Air
Fri, Mar 27 - Fri, Apr 3
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 0:05
CPT
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CMB
30h 45m
2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
18:30 - 14:35
CMB
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CPT
23h 35m
2 stops
R14 423Ethiopian Air
Sat, Apr 4 - Thu, Apr 16
Turkish Airlines Logo
16:35 - 5:20
CPT
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CMB
33h 15m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
6:50 - 11:50
CMB
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CPT
32h 30m
1 stop
R15 344Turkish Airlines
Fri, Jun 5 - Tue, Jun 9
Turkish Airlines Logo
16:35 - 5:20
CPT
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CMB
33h 15m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
6:50 - 11:50
CMB
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CPT
32h 30m
1 stop
R15 392Turkish Airlines
Fri, Jun 5 - Tue, Jun 9

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Return

Price

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/3

12:45-19:20

1 stop27h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 17/3

18:50-16:00

1 stop24h 40m

R11 945

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/8

19:50-23:35

1 stop24h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 16/8

11:45-18:35

1 stop34h 20m

R12 104

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 25/5

19:50-23:35

1 stop24h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 31/5

0:50-18:35

1 stop21h 15m

R12 310

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/3

12:45-8:45

1 stop16h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 30/3

4:35-15:20

1 stop14h 15m

R13 406

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 27/3

12:45-9:45

1 stop17h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 2/4

3:45-15:20

1 stop15h 05m

R13 438

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 27/3

12:45-16:30

1 stop24h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 3/4

4:35-15:20

1 stop14h 15m

R13 470

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 27/3

23:00-5:00

2 stops26h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 3/4

18:30-13:05

2 stops22h 05m

R14 280

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Sat 4/4

13:50-0:05

2 stops30h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 16/4

18:30-14:35

2 stops23h 35m

R14 423

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Fri 5/6

16:35-5:20

1 stop33h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 9/6

6:50-11:50

1 stop32h 30m

R15 344

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Fri 5/6

16:35-5:20

1 stop33h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 9/6

6:50-11:50

1 stop32h 30m

R15 392

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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 R12 104. If you are unable to visit Colombo during the month of February, then departing from South Africa during the month May is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around R12 199.

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 R13 445 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 R12 469 on momondo.

Cheapest flights to Colombo

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CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO COLOMBO FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORTFebruary10% cheaperFlying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Colombo costs on average just R12 104 in February
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO COLOMBO FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORTDecember24% more expensiveIt costs about R16 742 for flights to Colombo from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO COLOMBO FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORTDecember355% 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

R6 735

Best Round-Trip Price

R11 945

Fastest flight time

30h 55m

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December
The best one-way flight price to Colombo from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R6 735 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl).
The best round-trip flight price to Colombo from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R11 945 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl).
The fastest flight to Colombo from South Africa takes 30h 55m (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl).
December has the highest demand for flights to Colombo, with a 2% price increase on average.

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 87 days out, which is when prices tend to be around R13 445.

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.

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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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