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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Colombo from R11 719

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Qatar Airways Logo
12:40 - 9:50
JNB
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CMB
17h 40m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
8:50 - 4:00
CMB
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JNB
22h 40m
1 stop
R13 072Qatar Airways
Sun, May 24 - Sun, May 31
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12:40 - 9:50
JNB
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CMB
17h 40m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
20:20 - 10:30
CMB
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JNB
17h 40m
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R13 155Qatar Airways
Fri, May 22 - Fri, May 29
Qatar Airways Logo
12:40 - 9:50
JNB
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CMB
17h 40m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
11:20 - 4:00
CMB
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JNB
20h 10m
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R13 320Qatar Airways
Mon, May 25 - Mon, Jun 1
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 - 14:55
JNB
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CMB
25h 35m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
10:00 - 8:20
CMB
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JNB
25h 50m
1 stop
R13 832Etihad Airways
Wed, Jul 8 - Wed, Jul 15
Qatar Airways Logo
20:55 - 16:50
JNB
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CMB
16h 25m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
11:25 - 4:00
CMB
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JNB
20h 05m
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R13 964Qatar Airways
Wed, Aug 19 - Fri, Aug 28
Qatar Airways Logo
12:40 - 9:00
JNB
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CMB
16h 50m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
10:30 - 4:00
CMB
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JNB
21h 00m
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R13 997Qatar Airways
Wed, Aug 19 - Fri, Aug 28
Qatar Airways Logo
12:40 - 9:40
JNB
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CMB
17h 30m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
10:30 - 4:00
CMB
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JNB
21h 00m
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R14 063Qatar Airways
Wed, Aug 19 - Fri, Aug 28
Etihad Airways Logo
21:45 - 8:35
JNB
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CMB
31h 20m
2 stops
Etihad Airways Logo
10:00 - 8:20
CMB
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JNB
25h 50m
1 stop
R14 079Etihad Airways
Sun, Jul 19 - Sun, Jul 26
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 - 3:00
JNB
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CMB
13h 40m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
10:00 - 8:20
CMB
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JNB
25h 50m
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R14 145Etihad Airways
Thu, Jun 25 - Sun, Jul 12
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 - 14:55
JNB
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CMB
25h 35m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
16:20 - 8:20
CMB
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JNB
19h 30m
1 stop
R14 393Etihad Airways
Sat, Jun 20 - Tue, Jul 7

Qatar Airways flights from Johannesburg to Colombo

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Qatar Airways
May 24
JNB12:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
17h 40m
1 stop
CMB9:50Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
May 31
CMB8:50Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
22h 40m
1 stop
JNB4:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
R13 072
Qatar Airways
May 22
JNB12:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
17h 40m
1 stop
CMB9:50Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
May 29
CMB20:20Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
17h 40m
1 stop
JNB10:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
R13 155
Qatar Airways
May 25
JNB12:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
17h 40m
1 stop
CMB9:50Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Jun 1
CMB11:20Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
20h 10m
1 stop
JNB4:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
R13 320

Ethiopian Air flights from Johannesburg to Colombo

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Ethiopian Air
May 14
JNB14:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
20h 55m
2 stops
CMB14:55Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
May 24
CMB21:50Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
19h 05m
2 stops
JNB13:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
R17 265
Ethiopian Air
Nov 5
JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 25m
2 stops
CMB15:15Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Nov 12
CMB16:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
24h 05m
2 stops
JNB13:05Johannesburg OR Tambo
R17 446
Ethiopian Air
Jun 30
JNB22:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
21h 45m
2 stops
CMB0:05Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Jul 11
CMB18:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
22h 25m
2 stops
JNB13:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
R17 529

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JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 24/5

12:40-9:50

1 stop17h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 31/5

8:50-4:00

1 stop22h 40m

R13 072
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 22/5

12:40-9:50

1 stop17h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 29/5

20:20-10:30

1 stop17h 40m

R13 155

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 25/5

12:40-9:50

1 stop17h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 1/6

11:20-4:00

1 stop20h 10m

R13 320

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/7

9:50-14:55

1 stop25h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 15/7

10:00-8:20

1 stop25h 50m

R13 832

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/8

20:55-16:50

1 stop16h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 28/8

11:25-4:00

1 stop20h 05m

R13 964

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/8

12:40-9:00

1 stop16h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 28/8

10:30-4:00

1 stop21h 00m

R13 997

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/8

12:40-9:40

1 stop17h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 28/8

10:30-4:00

1 stop21h 00m

R14 063

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 19/7

21:45-8:35

2 stops31h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 26/7

10:00-8:20

1 stop25h 50m

R14 079

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 25/6

9:50-3:00

1 stop13h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 12/7

10:00-8:20

1 stop25h 50m

R14 145

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 20/6

9:50-14:55

1 stop25h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 7/7

16:20-8:20

1 stop19h 30m

R14 393

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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, January 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 R10 530. If you are unable to visit Colombo during the month of January, then departing from Johannesburg during the month August is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around R11 521.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Johannesburg 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 263 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 155 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time

13h 40m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Johannesburg to Colombo takes 13h 40m
There are no direct flights from Johannesburg to Colombo. There are no popular flight routes from Johannesburg to Colombo.
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Frequently asked questions about flying 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 40m.

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

    Prices for flights from Johannesburg to Colombo are updated daily.

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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 R12 169Free CancellationRating
8,2
1 510 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom R12 486Free CancellationRating
7,4
3 728 reviews
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Air SeychellesPriceFrom R12 538Free CancellationRating
0,0
0 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom R12 761Free CancellationRating
7,3
1 437 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom R14 157Free CancellationRating
7,2
999 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom R15 218Free CancellationRating
8,1
3 571 reviews
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Can I find flights from Johannesburg to Colombo with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. All flights to Colombo from Johannesburg on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

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