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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Colombo from R7 739

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Etihad Airways Logo
9:45 - 20:40
JNB
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CMB
31h 25m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
10:00 - 8:15
CMB
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JNB
25h 45m
1 stop
R12 967Etihad Airways
Wed, Apr 8 - Thu, Apr 16
Qatar Airways Logo
12:40 - 9:00
JNB
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CMB
16h 50m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
20:20 - 15:50
CMB
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JNB
23h 00m
1 stop
R13 289Qatar Airways
Sun, Apr 5 - Sun, Apr 12
Qatar Airways Logo
14:45 - 11:00
JNB
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CMB
16h 45m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
4:35 - 16:10
CMB
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JNB
15h 05m
1 stop
R13 391Qatar Airways
Thu, Apr 23 - Fri, May 1
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9:45 - 23:10
JNB
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CMB
33h 55m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
23:40 - 8:15
CMB
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JNB
36h 05m
2 stops
R13 425Multiple Airlines
Fri, Apr 24 - Wed, May 6
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:45 - 23:10
JNB
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CMB
33h 55m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:15 - 8:15
CMB
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JNB
42h 30m
2 stops
R13 459Multiple Airlines
Fri, Apr 24 - Wed, May 6
Qatar Airways Logo
14:45 - 17:45
JNB
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CMB
23h 30m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
3:15 - 16:10
CMB
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JNB
16h 25m
1 stop
R13 731Qatar Airways
Tue, Apr 21 - Sat, May 2
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
1 stop
R14 087Singapore Airlines
Wed, Aug 19 - Thu, Aug 27
Qatar Airways Logo
14:45 - 17:45
JNB
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CMB
23h 30m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
12:30 - 8:50
CMB
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JNB
23h 50m
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R14 121Qatar Airways
Thu, Apr 16 - Tue, Apr 21
Singapore Airlines Logo
19:50 - 23:35
JNB
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CMB
24h 15m
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Singapore Airlines Logo
0:50 - 18:35
CMB
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JNB
21h 15m
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R14 172Singapore Airlines
Wed, Aug 19 - Thu, Aug 27
Singapore Airlines Logo
19:50 - 23:35
JNB
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CMB
24h 15m
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Singapore Airlines Logo
0:50 - 18:35
CMB
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JNB
21h 15m
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R14 206Singapore Airlines
Wed, Aug 19 - Thu, Aug 27

Etihad Airways flights from Johannesburg to Colombo

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Etihad Airways
Apr 8
JNB9:45Johannesburg OR Tambo
31h 25m
1 stop
CMB20:40Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Apr 16
CMB10:00Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
25h 45m
1 stop
JNB8:15Johannesburg OR Tambo
R12 967
Etihad Airways
Apr 1
JNB9:45Johannesburg OR Tambo
31h 25m
1 stop
CMB20:40Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Apr 30
CMB10:00Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
25h 45m
1 stop
JNB8:15Johannesburg OR Tambo
R13 595
Etihad Airways
Apr 3
JNB9:45Johannesburg OR Tambo
13h 45m
1 stop
CMB3:00Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Apr 30
CMB16:20Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
19h 25m
1 stop
JNB8:15Johannesburg OR Tambo
R13 951

Ethiopian Air flights from Johannesburg to Colombo

Our best Ethiopian Air deals on Johannesburg to Colombo flight tickets
Ethiopian Air
Apr 8
JNB8:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
32h 50m
2 stops
CMB20:40Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Apr 16
CMB16:20Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
24h 15m
2 stops
JNB13:05Johannesburg OR Tambo
R15 564
Ethiopian Air
Apr 21
JNB22:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
21h 45m
2 stops
CMB0:05Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
May 3
CMB18:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
22h 05m
2 stops
JNB13:05Johannesburg OR Tambo
R16 650
Ethiopian Air
Apr 23
JNB22:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
21h 45m
2 stops
CMB0:05Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
May 1
CMB16:20Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
24h 15m
2 stops
JNB13:05Johannesburg OR Tambo
R16 684

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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 25 March 2026.
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JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/4

9:45-20:40

1 stop31h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 16/4

10:00-8:15

1 stop25h 45m

R12 967

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/4

12:40-9:00

1 stop16h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 12/4

20:20-15:50

1 stop23h 00m

R13 289
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/4

14:45-11:00

1 stop16h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 1/5

4:35-16:10

1 stop15h 05m

R13 391

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 24/4

9:45-23:10

2 stops33h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 6/5

23:40-8:15

2 stops36h 05m

R13 425

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 24/4

9:45-23:10

2 stops33h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 6/5

17:15-8:15

2 stops42h 30m

R13 459

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/4

14:45-17:45

1 stop23h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 2/5

3:15-16:10

1 stop16h 25m

R13 731

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/8

19:50-23:35

1 stop24h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 27/8

0:50-18:35

1 stop21h 15m

R14 087

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 16/4

14:45-17:45

1 stop23h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 21/4

12:30-8:50

1 stop23h 50m

R14 121

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/8

19:50-23:35

1 stop24h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 27/8

0:50-18:35

1 stop21h 15m

R14 172

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/8

19:50-23:35

1 stop24h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 27/8

0:50-18:35

1 stop21h 15m

R14 206

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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, March 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 408. If you are unable to visit Colombo during the month of March, then departing from Johannesburg during the month February is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around R13 425.

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 R14 584 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 561 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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  • 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?

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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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Price
Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom R12 418Free CancellationRating
8,2
1 484 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom R12 797Free CancellationRating
7,4
3 732 reviews
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Air SeychellesPriceFrom R12 871Free CancellationRating
0,0
0 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom R13 130Free CancellationRating
7,3
1 429 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom R14 558Free CancellationRating
7,2
978 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom R15 711Free CancellationRating
8,1
3 542 reviews
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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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