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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Colombo from R6 966

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Qatar Airways Logo
12:45 - 1:55
JNB
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CMB
33h 40m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
3:25 - 16:00
CMB
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JNB
16h 05m
1 stop
R11 903Qatar Airways
Wed, Mar 4 - Tue, Mar 10
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
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R12 382Singapore Airlines
Mon, May 25 - Sun, May 31
Qatar Airways Logo
12:45 - 2:45
JNB
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CMB
34h 30m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
3:25 - 15:35
CMB
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JNB
15h 40m
1 stop
R12 654Qatar Airways
Thu, Mar 12 - Wed, Mar 18
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 485Qatar 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 517Qatar Airways
Fri, Mar 27 - Thu, Apr 2
Qatar Airways Logo
12:40 - 3:05
JNB
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CMB
34h 55m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
4:35 - 15:20
CMB
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JNB
14h 15m
1 stop
R13 693Qatar Airways
Tue, Mar 31 - Tue, Apr 7
Ethiopian Air Logo
8:20 - 20:35
JNB
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CMB
32h 45m
2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
18:30 - 20:10
CMB
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JNB
29h 10m
2 stops
R14 140Ethiopian Air
Tue, Mar 31 - Tue, Apr 7
Ethiopian Air Logo
22:50 - 1:15
JNB
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CMB
22h 55m
2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
18:30 - 13:05
CMB
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JNB
22h 05m
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R14 188Ethiopian Air
Mon, Mar 30 - Mon, Apr 6
Ethiopian Air Logo
23:00 - 5:00
JNB
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CMB
26h 30m
2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
18:40 - 13:05
CMB
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JNB
21h 55m
2 stops
R14 204Ethiopian Air
Wed, Mar 4 - Wed, Mar 11
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 364Ethiopian Air
Fri, Mar 27 - Fri, Apr 3

Ethiopian Air flights from Johannesburg to Colombo

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Ethiopian Air
Mar 31
JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
32h 45m
2 stops
CMB20:35Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Apr 7
CMB18:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
29h 10m
2 stops
JNB20:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
R14 140
Ethiopian Air
Mar 30
JNB22:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 55m
2 stops
CMB1:15Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Apr 6
CMB18:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
22h 05m
2 stops
JNB13:05Johannesburg OR Tambo
R14 188
Ethiopian Air
Mar 4
JNB23:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 30m
2 stops
CMB5:00Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Mar 11
CMB18:40Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
21h 55m
2 stops
JNB13:05Johannesburg OR Tambo
R14 204

Qatar Airways flights from Johannesburg to Colombo

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Qatar Airways
Mar 4
JNB12:45Johannesburg OR Tambo
33h 40m
1 stop
CMB1:55Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Mar 10
CMB3:25Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
16h 05m
1 stop
JNB16:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
R11 903
Qatar Airways
Feb 18
JNB13:45Johannesburg OR Tambo
16h 30m
1 stop
CMB9:45Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Feb 27
CMB10:15Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
21h 10m
1 stop
JNB3:55Johannesburg OR Tambo
R12 398
Qatar Airways
Mar 12
JNB12:45Johannesburg OR Tambo
34h 30m
1 stop
CMB2:45Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Mar 18
CMB3:25Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
15h 40m
1 stop
JNB15:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
R12 654

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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 14 February 2026.
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JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/3

12:45-1:55

1 stop33h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 10/3

3:25-16:00

1 stop16h 05m

R11 903

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 382

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/3

12:45-2:45

1 stop34h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 18/3

3:25-15:35

1 stop15h 40m

R12 654

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 485

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 517

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 31/3

12:40-3:05

1 stop34h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 7/4

4:35-15:20

1 stop14h 15m

R13 693

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 31/3

8:20-20:35

2 stops32h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 7/4

18:30-20:10

2 stops29h 10m

R14 140

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 30/3

22:50-1:15

2 stops22h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 6/4

18:30-13:05

2 stops22h 05m

R14 188

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/3

23:00-5:00

2 stops26h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 11/3

18:40-13:05

2 stops21h 55m

R14 204

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 364

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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 R12 271. 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 R12 414.

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 545 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 542 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time

23h 15m

Direct flights

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The fastest flight from Johannesburg to Colombo takes 23h 15m
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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 23h 15m.

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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 448Free CancellationRating
8,2
1 452 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom R11 640Free CancellationRating
7,4
3 734 reviews
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Air SeychellesPriceFrom R12 116Free CancellationRating
0,0
0 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom R12 360Free CancellationRating
7,3
1 394 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom R13 704Free CancellationRating
7,2
962 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom R14 033Free CancellationRating
8,1
3 516 reviews
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