How long is the flight from South Africa to Sri Lanka?

The average flight duration from South Africa to Sri Lanka depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is 16h 55m on average, while flying from Johannesburg to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is 17h 35m on average. Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is the most popular airport in Sri Lanka.

Which airlines fly to Sri Lanka?

Qatar Airways, Emirates and Etihad Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Sri Lanka from South Africa according to our data. Qatar Airways is the first choice among our users, with 57% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Sri Lanka. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Sri Lanka on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from South Africa to Sri Lanka?

Qatar Airways is the most popular carrier operating from South Africa to Sri Lanka

When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to Sri Lanka?

Prices for flights from South Africa to Sri Lanka are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to Sri Lanka?

As of July 2026, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from South Africa to Sri Lanka.

How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to Sri Lanka?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from South Africa to Sri Lanka.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Sri Lanka?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Sri Lanka may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Sri Lanka. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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JNB

CMB

31h 00m

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16:30 - 8:20

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JNB

19h 20m

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R13 030Etihad Airways

sön, nov 1 - sön, nov 15

9:50 - 15:15

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CMB

25h 55m

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9:50 - 7:10

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24h 50m

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R13 176Etihad Airways

sön, nov 1 - sön, nov 15

9:45 - 14:55

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R13 209Etihad Airways

ons, okt 21 - lör, okt 31

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CMB

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JNB

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R13 485Qatar Airways

tors, okt 8 - lör, okt 17

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sön, aug 30 - fre, sep 11

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sön, sep 13 - lör, sep 26

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sön, aug 30 - fre, sep 11

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18h 55m

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sön, sep 13 - sön, sep 27

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ons, jul 22 - ons, aug 5

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31h 55m

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22h 00m

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mån, sep 14 - fre, sep 18

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Oct 8

JNB14:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

15h 25m

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CMB9:00Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

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CMB20:20Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

16h 20m

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JNB9:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

R13 485

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Sept 13

CPT19:30Cape Town Intl

17h 50m

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CMB16:50Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sept 26

CMB3:35Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

17h 25m

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CPT17:30Cape Town Intl

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Aug 30

JNB14:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

15h 25m

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CMB11:25Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

20h 05m

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JNB4:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Aug 30

JNB19:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

19h 50m

2 stops

CMB18:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

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CMB2:55Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

21h 10m

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JNB20:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Sept 1

JNB10:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 55m

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CMB18:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

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CMB20:35Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

23h 10m

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R15 045

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Oct 8

JNB13:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

15h 30m

1 stop

CMB8:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Oct 17

CMB20:35Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

36h 25m

2 stops

JNB5:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

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JNB - CMB

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JNB - CMB

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Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

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Cape Town Intl

sön 13/9

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1 stop17h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

lör 26/9

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JNB - CMB

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

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Cape Town Intl

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Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

sön 27/9

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R15 305

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

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ons 22/7

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Sri Lanka?

In general, August is the cheapest month to fly from South Africa to Sri Lanka. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around R8 611. The month of September is another great option to travel to Sri Lanka, with average flight prices from South Africa averaging around R9 521.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Sri Lanka?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Sri Lanka from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Sri Lanka for around R14 048 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Sri Lanka from South Africa for as low as R12 900 on momondo.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to Sri Lanka?
Prices for flights from South Africa to Sri Lanka are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to Sri Lanka?
As of July 2026, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from South Africa to Sri Lanka.
How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to Sri Lanka?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from South Africa to Sri Lanka.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Sri Lanka?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Sri Lanka may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Sri Lanka. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Air Seychelles	PriceFrom R8 607	Free Cancellation	Rating 0,0 0 reviews	Search Air Seychelles flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom R11 989	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,2 1 564 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R12 363	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 3 743 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R12 561	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 477 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R13 935	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 1 010 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R14 541	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 607 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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