Which airlines fly to Colombo?

Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways and Emirates are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Colombo from Johannesburg according to our data. Qatar Airways is the first choice among our users, with 56% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Colombo. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Colombo on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Johannesburg to Colombo?

Qatar Airways is the most popular carrier operating from Johannesburg to Colombo

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

Prices for flights from Johannesburg to Colombo are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Johannesburg to Colombo?

The number of operators available for flights from Johannesburg to Colombo is 6 as of January 2026.

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.

R7 012 Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Colombo in 2026

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from R11 644 to R12 818. The lowest price recently found on this route was R11 168.

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12:50 - 23:15

JNB

CMB

30h 55m

2 stops

23:40 - 19:40

CMB

JNB

23h 30m

2 stops

R11 168Multiple Airlines

Mon, Mar 9 - Wed, Mar 18

1:35 - 23:15

JNB

CMB

42h 10m

2 stops

17:05 - 10:55

CMB

JNB

21h 20m

2 stops

R13 278Multiple Airlines

Fri, Mar 13 - Sat, Mar 21

19:55 - 23:30

JNB

CMB

24h 05m

1 stop

0:45 - 18:35

CMB

JNB

21h 20m

1 stop

R13 468Singapore Airlines

Sat, Mar 14 - Fri, Mar 20

12:45 - 9:45

JNB

CMB

17h 30m

1 stop

10:30 - 4:00

CMB

JNB

21h 00m

1 stop

R13 690Qatar Airways

Wed, Mar 25 - Mon, Apr 6

13:45 - 10:45

JNB

CMB

41h 30m

1 stop

0:50 - 18:35

CMB

JNB

21h 15m

1 stop

R13 722Singapore Airlines

Sun, Jul 12 - Mon, Jul 27

13:45 - 2:45

JNB

CMB

33h 30m

1 stop

4:50 - 12:30

CMB

JNB

11h 10m

1 stop

R13 833Multiple Airlines

Tue, Feb 10 - Thu, Feb 19

19:55 - 23:30

JNB

CMB

24h 05m

1 stop

0:45 - 18:35

CMB

JNB

21h 20m

1 stop

R13 849Singapore Airlines

Mon, Mar 9 - Tue, Mar 17

8:20 - 20:35

JNB

CMB

32h 45m

2 stops

15:00 - 20:10

CMB

JNB

32h 40m

2 stops

R14 118Ethiopian Air

Sun, Jul 12 - Tue, Jul 28

19:55 - 23:30

JNB

CMB

24h 05m

1 stop

0:45 - 18:35

CMB

JNB

21h 20m

1 stop

R14 182Singapore Airlines

Tue, Feb 10 - Thu, Feb 19

8:20 - 5:00

JNB

CMB

41h 10m

2 stops

21:50 - 20:10

CMB

JNB

25h 50m

2 stops

R14 404Ethiopian Air

Sun, Jun 28 - Sat, Jul 11

Ethiopian Air flights from Johannesburg to Colombo

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Ethiopian Air

Jul 12

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

32h 45m

2 stops

CMB20:35Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Jul 28

CMB15:00Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

32h 40m

2 stops

JNB20:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

R14 118

Ethiopian Air

Jun 28

JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

41h 10m

2 stops

CMB5:00Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Jul 11

CMB21:50Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

25h 50m

2 stops

JNB20:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

R14 404

Ethiopian Air

Feb 10

JNB14:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

30h 10m

2 stops

CMB0:10Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Feb 20

CMB18:40Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

21h 55m

2 stops

JNB13:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

R14 547

Emirates flights from Johannesburg to Colombo

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Emirates

Jul 12

JNB13:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 10m

1 stop

CMB22:10Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Jul 28

CMB20:35Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

17h 10m

2 stops

JNB10:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

R15 372

Emirates

Mar 25

JNB18:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

23h 35m

1 stop

CMB21:55Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Apr 6

CMB20:35Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

27h 30m

2 stops

JNB20:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

R15 546

Emirates

Mar 25

JNB10:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 30m

2 stops

CMB18:25Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Apr 6

CMB20:35Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

36h 25m

2 stops

JNB5:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

R16 339

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JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/3

12:50-23:15

2 stops30h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 18/3

23:40-19:40

2 stops23h 30m

R11 168

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/3

1:35-23:15

2 stops42h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 21/3

17:05-10:55

2 stops21h 20m

R13 278

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/3

19:55-23:30

1 stop24h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 20/3

0:45-18:35

1 stop21h 20m

R13 468

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/3

12:45-9:45

1 stop17h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 6/4

10:30-4:00

1 stop21h 00m

R13 690

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/7

13:45-10:45

1 stop41h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 27/7

0:50-18:35

1 stop21h 15m

R13 722

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/2

13:45-2:45

1 stop33h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 19/2

4:50-12:30

1 stop11h 10m

R13 833

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/3

19:55-23:30

1 stop24h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 17/3

0:45-18:35

1 stop21h 20m

R13 849

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/7

8:20-20:35

2 stops32h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 28/7

15:00-20:10

2 stops32h 40m

R14 118

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/2

19:55-23:30

1 stop24h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 19/2

0:45-18:35

1 stop21h 20m

R14 182

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 28/6

8:20-5:00

2 stops41h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 11/7

21:50-20:10

2 stops25h 50m

R14 404

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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 120. 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 167.

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 411 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 421 on momondo.

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The fastest flight from Johannesburg to Colombo takes 17h 30m

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There are 6685,7 km between Johannesburg and Colombo. By plane, this route typically takes 17h 30m.
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How many operators does momondo search for flights from Johannesburg to Colombo?
The number of operators available for flights from Johannesburg to Colombo is 6 as of January 2026.
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 Airlines	PriceFrom R11 314	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,2 1 440 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R11 514	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 727 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Air Seychelles	PriceFrom R12 030	Free Cancellation	Rating 0,0 0 reviews	Search Air Seychelles flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R12 281	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 375 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R12 563	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 490 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R13 606	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 955 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights

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