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Qatar Airways Logo
13:45 - 2:45JNB-CMB
33h 30m1 stop
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3:25 - 15:35CMB-JNB
15h 40m1 stop
R14 335Qatar Airways
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Mon, Nov 24 - Sun, Nov 30
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13:45 - 1:55JNB-CMB
32h 40m1 stop
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3:25 - 15:35CMB-JNB
15h 40m1 stop
R14 352Qatar Airways
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Mon, Nov 24 - Sun, Nov 30
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9:50 - 8:15JNB-CMB
18h 55m1 stop
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4:00 - 8:20CMB-JNB
31h 50m1 stop
R14 889Etihad Airways
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Sat, Nov 22 - Fri, Nov 28
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:30 - 20:20JNB-CMB
26h 20m2 stops
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13:45 - 13:05CMB-JNB
26h 50m2 stops
R15 460Ethiopian Air
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Mon, Dec 29 - Wed, Apr 1
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8:20 - 5:00JNB-CMB
41h 10m2 stops
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18:25 - 3:55CMB-JNB
37h 00m2 stops
R15 512Ethiopian Air
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18:50 - 18:25JNB-CMB
20h 05m2 stops
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2:40 - 16:35CMB-JNB
17h 25m1 stop
R16 430Emirates
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22:20 - 21:55JNB-CMB
20h 05m1 stop
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2:40 - 20:35CMB-JNB
21h 25m1 stop
R16 464Emirates
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Wed, Jan 7 - Tue, Jan 13
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13:40 - 23:30JNB-CMB
30h 20m1 stop
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0:45 - 18:35CMB-JNB
21h 20m1 stop
R16 655Singapore Airlines
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Fri, Mar 6 - Sun, Mar 8
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19:55 - 23:30JNB-CMB
24h 05m1 stop
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0:45 - 6:10CMB-JNB
32h 55m1 stop
R16 672Singapore Airlines
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9:50 - 8:15JNB-CMB
18h 55m1 stop
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4:00 - 8:20CMB-JNB
31h 50m1 stop
R18 940Etihad Airways
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Qatar Airways flights from Johannesburg to Colombo

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Qatar Airways
Nov 24
JNB13:45Johannesburg OR Tambo
33h 30m
1 stop
CMB2:45Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Nov 30
CMB3:25Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
15h 40m
1 stop
JNB15:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
R14 335
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Qatar Airways
Nov 24
JNB13:45Johannesburg OR Tambo
32h 40m
1 stop
CMB1:55Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Nov 30
CMB3:25Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
15h 40m
1 stop
JNB15:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
R14 352
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Qatar Airways
Nov 15
JNB13:45Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 15m
1 stop
CMB16:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Nov 22
CMB19:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
16h 40m
1 stop
JNB8:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
R15 651
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Etihad Airways flights from Johannesburg to Colombo

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Etihad Airways
Nov 22
JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
18h 55m
1 stop
CMB8:15Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Nov 28
CMB4:00Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
31h 50m
1 stop
JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
R14 889
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Etihad Airways
Dec 16
JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
18h 55m
1 stop
CMB8:15Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Dec 26
CMB4:00Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
31h 50m
1 stop
JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
R18 940
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Etihad Airways
Nov 22
JNB9:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
13h 30m
1 stop
CMB2:50Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Nov 29
CMB21:35Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
14h 15m
1 stop
JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
R19 027
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Johannesburg to Colombo 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, momondo users made 13 550 searches. Data last updated 2 November 2025.
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JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 24/11

13:45-2:45

1 stop33h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 30/11

3:25-15:35

1 stop15h 40m

R14 335

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 24/11

13:45-1:55

1 stop32h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 30/11

3:25-15:35

1 stop15h 40m

R14 352

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 22/11

9:50-8:15

1 stop18h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 28/11

4:00-8:20

1 stop31h 50m

R14 889

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 29/12

14:30-20:20

2 stops26h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 1/4

13:45-13:05

2 stops26h 50m

R15 460

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 29/12

8:20-5:00

2 stops41h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 1/4

18:25-3:55

2 stops37h 00m

R15 512

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 24/11

18:50-18:25

2 stops20h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 30/11

2:40-16:35

1 stop17h 25m

R16 430

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 7/1

22:20-21:55

1 stop20h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 13/1

2:40-20:35

1 stop21h 25m

R16 464

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/3

13:40-23:30

1 stop30h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 8/3

0:45-18:35

1 stop21h 20m

R16 655

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/3

19:55-23:30

1 stop24h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 8/3

0:45-6:10

1 stop32h 55m

R16 672

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 16/12

9:50-8:15

1 stop18h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 26/12

4:00-8:20

1 stop31h 50m

R18 940

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Colombo?

In general, May is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg to Colombo. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around R13 123. If you are unable to visit Colombo during the month of May, then departing from Johannesburg during the month February is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around R13 227.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Johannesburg to Colombo is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as R12 950. On the other hand, Saturday is the most expensive day to depart from Johannesburg because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around R14 884.

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 evening. Flights from Johannesburg to Colombo during this time can be as low as R12 770. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Colombo is in the afternoon when prices are around R17 961.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Colombo from Johannesburg when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Colombo for around R14 649 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 Johannesburg for as low as R13 660 on momondo.

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There are no direct flights from Johannesburg to Colombo. There are no popular flight routes from Johannesburg to Colombo.
  • How far is Johannesburg to Colombo by plane?

    There are 6685,7 km between Johannesburg and Colombo. By plane, this route typically takes 13h 30m.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Johannesburg 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 from Johannesburg to Colombo.

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

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Colombo trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom R12 226Free CancellationRating
8,1
1 391 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom R12 347Free CancellationRating
7,4
3 659 reviews
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Air SeychellesPriceFrom R13 129Free CancellationRating
0,0
0 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom R13 406Free CancellationRating
7,4
1 284 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom R13 647Free CancellationRating
8,1
3 400 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom R15 106Free CancellationRating
7,2
886 reviews
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