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

Qatar Airways, Emirates, and Ethiopian Air are the most popular carriers operating from Johannesburg to Colombo

Which airlines fly to Colombo?

Qatar Airways, Emirates and Etihad Airways 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 52% 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.

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 October 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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13:50 - 3:50JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

10h 30m1 stop Victoria Seychelles Intl

5:00 - 12:30CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

11h 00m1 stop Victoria Seychelles Intl

R13 115Air Seychelles

Sun, Jan 10 - Fri, Jan 22

13:50 - 3:50JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

10h 30m1 stop Victoria Seychelles Intl

5:00 - 18:45CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

17h 15m1 stop Victoria Seychelles Intl

R13 381Air Seychelles

Sun, Jan 10 - Mon, Jan 18

20:20 - 16:30JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

16h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

20:50 - 8:40CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

15h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

R14 095Qatar Airways

Wed, Nov 18 - Wed, Nov 25

13:45 - 16:30JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

23h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

18:50 - 8:40CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

17h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

R14 527Qatar Airways

Sat, Nov 14 - Sat, Nov 21

13:25 - 18:25JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

25h 30m2 stops Dubai Intl Male

20:15 - 10:25CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

17h 40m2 stops Male Dubai Intl

R15 275Emirates

Sun, Jan 10 - Tue, Jan 19

22:15 - 21:55JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

20h 10m1 stop Dubai Intl

20:15 - 16:40CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

23h 55m2 stops Male Dubai Intl

R15 275Emirates

Sun, Jan 10 - Tue, Jan 19

9:50 - 14:50JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

25h 30m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

16:05 - 8:25CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

19h 50m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R15 857Etihad Airways

Sat, Nov 21 - Tue, Nov 24

9:50 - 2:50JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

13h 30m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

4:00 - 8:25CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

31h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R15 940Etihad Airways

Fri, Nov 20 - Mon, Nov 23

23:00 - 23:50JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

21h 20m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Dubai Intl

18:40 - 3:55CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

36h 45m2 stops Dubai Intl Addis Ababa Bole

R16 456Ethiopian Air

Thu, Dec 10 - Thu, Dec 17

23:00 - 23:50JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

21h 20m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Dubai Intl

18:40 - 20:10CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 00m2 stops Dubai Intl Addis Ababa Bole

R16 921Ethiopian Air

Thu, Dec 10 - Mon, Dec 14

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13:45 - 16:30JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

23h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

18:50 - 15:35CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

R14 278Qatar Airways

Sat, Oct 31 - Fri, Nov 13

13:45 - 8:45JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

15h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

3:25 - 15:35CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

15h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

R14 295Qatar Airways

Sun, Nov 1 - Fri, Nov 13

10:10 - 18:25JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

28h 45m2 stops Dubai Intl Male

9:55 - 20:30CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

14h 05m1 stop Dubai Intl

R15 275Emirates

Sat, Oct 31 - Fri, Nov 13

10:10 - 18:25JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

28h 45m2 stops Dubai Intl Male

20:15 - 10:25CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

17h 40m2 stops Male Dubai Intl

R15 275Emirates

Sat, Oct 31 - Fri, Nov 13

18:50 - 18:25JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

20h 05m2 stops Dubai Intl Male

9:55 - 10:25CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 00m1 stop Dubai Intl

R15 292Emirates

Sun, Nov 1 - Sat, Nov 14

18:50 - 18:25JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

20h 05m2 stops Dubai Intl Male

20:15 - 10:25CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

17h 40m2 stops Male Dubai Intl

R15 525Emirates

Sun, Nov 1 - Sat, Nov 14

13:45 - 13:45JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

20h 30m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Sharjah

14:35 - 13:30CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 25m3 stops Sharjah Manama Bahrain Intl Addis Ababa Bole

R17 935Multiple Airlines

Sun, Nov 1 - Sat, Nov 14

1:35 - 8:10JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

27h 05m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

14:20 - 10:55CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 05m3 stops Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

R18 350Multiple Airlines

Fri, Oct 30 - Fri, Nov 13

9:25 - 16:30JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

27h 35m3 stops Durban King Shaka Intl Maputo Intl Doha Hamad Intl

19:30 - 15:15CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

23h 15m3 stops Doha Hamad Intl Lusaka Harare

R22 639Qatar Airways

Sun, Nov 1 - Sat, Nov 14

21:45 - 14:50JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

37h 35m2 stops Cairo Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

9:55 - 7:10CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 45m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Cairo

R31 648Egyptair

Sun, Nov 1 - Sat, Nov 14

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Qatar Airways

Oct 31

JNB13:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

23h 15m

1 stop

CMB16:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Nov 13

CMB18:50Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

24h 15m

1 stop

JNB15:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

R14 278

Qatar Airways

Nov 1

JNB13:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

15h 30m

1 stop

CMB8:45Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Nov 13

CMB3:25Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

15h 40m

1 stop

JNB15:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

R14 295

Qatar Airways

Nov 8

JNB13:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

23h 15m

1 stop

CMB16:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Nov 14

CMB19:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

16h 40m

1 stop

JNB8:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

R14 345

Emirates flights from Johannesburg to Colombo

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Emirates

Jan 10

JNB22:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 10m

1 stop

CMB21:55Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Jan 19

CMB20:15Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

23h 55m

2 stops

JNB16:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

R15 275

Emirates

Nov 1

JNB18:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 05m

2 stops

CMB18:25Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Nov 14

CMB9:55Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

28h 00m

1 stop

JNB10:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

R15 292

Emirates

Nov 14

JNB18:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 05m

2 stops

CMB18:25Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Nov 21

CMB20:15Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

23h 55m

2 stops

JNB16:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

R15 491

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JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 10/1

13:50-3:50

1 stop10h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 22/1

5:00-12:30

1 stop11h 00m

R13 115

JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 10/1

13:50-3:50

1 stop10h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 18/1

5:00-18:45

1 stop17h 15m

R13 381

JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/11

20:20-16:30

1 stop16h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 25/11

20:50-8:40

1 stop15h 20m

R14 095

JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/11

13:45-16:30

1 stop23h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 21/11

18:50-8:40

1 stop17h 20m

R14 527

JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 10/1

13:25-18:25

2 stops25h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 19/1

20:15-10:25

2 stops17h 40m

R15 275

JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 10/1

22:15-21:55

1 stop20h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 19/1

20:15-16:40

2 stops23h 55m

R15 275

JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 21/11

9:50-14:50

1 stop25h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 24/11

16:05-8:25

1 stop19h 50m

R15 857

JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 20/11

9:50-2:50

1 stop13h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 23/11

4:00-8:25

1 stop31h 55m

R15 940

JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/12

23:00-23:50

2 stops21h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 17/12

18:40-3:55

2 stops36h 45m

R16 456

JohannesburgColombo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/12

23:00-23:50

2 stops21h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 14/12

18:40-20:10

2 stops29h 00m

R16 921

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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 R13 297 to R15 342.
The lowest price recently found on this route was R13 115.

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 R13 414. If you are unable to visit Colombo during the month of February, then departing from Johannesburg during the month July is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around R13 597.

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 640 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 R14 361 on momondo.

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Best price found	R7 413
Fastest flight time	14h 35m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Colombo from Johannesburg in the past 72 hours is R7 413. The best return flight deal from Johannesburg to Colombo found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R13 115.

The fastest flight from Johannesburg to Colombo takes 14h 35m

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 14h 35m.
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 October 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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Air Seychelles	PriceFrom R9 363	Free Cancellation	Rating 0,0 0 reviews	Search Air Seychelles flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom R12 243	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,2 1 631 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R12 729	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 552 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R12 937	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 3 711 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R13 596	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,1 1 042 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R15 545	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 686 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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