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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Colombo from R6 561

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Qatar Airways Logo
12:45 - 8:45
JNB
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CMB
16h 30m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
3:25 - 16:00
CMB
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JNB
16h 05m
1 stop
R12 394Qatar Airways
Wed, Feb 4 - Tue, Feb 10
Qatar Airways Logo
13:45 - 16:30
JNB
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CMB
23h 15m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
3:25 - 15:35
CMB
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JNB
15h 40m
1 stop
R12 620Qatar Airways
Mon, Feb 2 - Fri, Feb 13
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:05 - 2:00
JNB
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CMB
34h 25m
3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:10 - 15:50
CMB
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JNB
34h 10m
3 stops
R14 176Multiple Airlines
Wed, Feb 4 - Wed, Feb 11
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:05 - 2:00
JNB
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CMB
34h 25m
3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
22:15 - 15:50
CMB
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JNB
21h 05m
2 stops
R14 273Multiple Airlines
Wed, Feb 4 - Wed, Feb 11
Turkish Airlines Logo
19:10 - 6:10
JNB
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CMB
31h 30m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
6:50 - 10:30
CMB
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JNB
31h 10m
1 stop
R14 289Turkish Airlines
Tue, Mar 24 - Fri, Apr 3
Ethiopian Air Logo
23:00 - 5:00
JNB
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CMB
26h 30m
2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
18:40 - 20:10
CMB
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JNB
29h 00m
2 stops
R14 419Ethiopian Air
Wed, Feb 4 - Wed, Feb 11
Singapore Airlines Logo
13:40 - 23:30
JNB
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CMB
30h 20m
1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
0:50 - 18:35
CMB
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JNB
21h 15m
1 stop
R14 500Singapore Airlines
Wed, Feb 4 - Fri, Apr 3
Singapore Airlines Logo
13:40 - 23:30
JNB
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CMB
30h 20m
1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
0:50 - 18:35
CMB
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JNB
21h 15m
1 stop
R14 516Singapore Airlines
Wed, Feb 4 - Fri, Apr 3
Turkish Airlines Logo
19:05 - 6:20
JNB
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CMB
31h 45m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
6:50 - 10:30
CMB
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JNB
31h 10m
1 stop
R14 532Turkish Airlines
Mon, Mar 23 - Fri, Apr 3
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:45 - 8:45
JNB
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CMB
16h 30m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
22:15 - 19:40
CMB
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JNB
24h 55m
2 stops
R14 694Multiple Airlines
Wed, Feb 4 - Wed, Feb 11

Singapore Airlines flights from Johannesburg to Colombo

Our best Singapore Airlines deals on Johannesburg to Colombo flight tickets
Singapore Airlines
Jan 31
JNB19:55Johannesburg OR Tambo
24h 05m
1 stop
CMB23:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Feb 19
CMB0:45Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
21h 20m
1 stop
JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
R14 467
Singapore Airlines
Feb 4
JNB13:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 20m
1 stop
CMB23:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Apr 3
CMB0:50Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
21h 15m
1 stop
JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
R14 500
Singapore Airlines
Feb 4
JNB13:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 20m
1 stop
CMB23:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Apr 3
CMB0:50Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
21h 15m
1 stop
JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
R14 516

Emirates flights from Johannesburg to Colombo

Our best Emirates deals on Johannesburg to Colombo flight tickets
Emirates
Mar 24
JNB13:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 30m
2 stops
CMB18:25Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Mar 30
CMB2:55Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
16h 50m
1 stop
JNB16:15Johannesburg OR Tambo
R15 310
Emirates
Feb 4
JNB18:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
20h 05m
2 stops
CMB18:25Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Apr 4
CMB10:05Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
14h 00m
1 stop
JNB20:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
R19 279
Emirates
Feb 4
JNB22:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
32h 25m
2 stops
CMB10:15Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Apr 4
CMB10:05Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
33h 40m
1 stop
JNB16:15Johannesburg OR Tambo
R19 311

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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 23 January 2026.
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JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/2

12:45-8:45

1 stop16h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 10/2

3:25-16:00

1 stop16h 05m

R12 394

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/2

13:45-16:30

1 stop23h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 13/2

3:25-15:35

1 stop15h 40m

R12 620

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/2

12:05-2:00

3 stops34h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 11/2

9:10-15:50

3 stops34h 10m

R14 176

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/2

12:05-2:00

3 stops34h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 11/2

22:15-15:50

2 stops21h 05m

R14 273

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/3

19:10-6:10

1 stop31h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 3/4

6:50-10:30

1 stop31h 10m

R14 289

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/2

23:00-5:00

2 stops26h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 11/2

18:40-20:10

2 stops29h 00m

R14 419

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/2

13:40-23:30

1 stop30h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 3/4

0:50-18:35

1 stop21h 15m

R14 500

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/2

13:40-23:30

1 stop30h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 3/4

0:50-18:35

1 stop21h 15m

R14 516

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/3

19:05-6:20

1 stop31h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 3/4

6:50-10:30

1 stop31h 10m

R14 532

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/2

12:45-8:45

1 stop16h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 11/2

22:15-19:40

2 stops24h 55m

R14 694

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Colombo?

In general, February 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 R12 345. If you are unable to visit Colombo during the month of February, then departing from Johannesburg during the month May is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around R12 410.

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 R13 688 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 R12 685 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time

20h 55m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Johannesburg to Colombo takes 20h 55m
There are no direct flights from Johannesburg to Colombo. There are no popular flight routes from Johannesburg to Colombo.
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  • How far is Johannesburg to Colombo by plane?

    There are 6685,7 km between Johannesburg and Colombo. By plane, this route typically takes 20h 55m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Johannesburg to Colombo?

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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.

Best airlines flying from Johannesburg to Colombo

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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom R11 440Free CancellationRating
8,1
1 436 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom R11 703Free CancellationRating
7,4
3 724 reviews
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Air SeychellesPriceFrom R12 285Free CancellationRating
0,0
0 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom R12 555Free CancellationRating
7,3
1 374 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom R12 794Free CancellationRating
8,1
3 486 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom R13 896Free CancellationRating
7,2
948 reviews
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