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Cheap flights from South Africa to Sri Lanka from R7 724

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Singapore Airlines Logo
10:40 - 23:30
CPT
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CMB
33h 20m2 stops
Singapore Airlines Logo
0:45 - 9:25
CMB
-
CPT
36h 10m2 stops
R14 024Singapore Airlines
Wed, Feb 11 - Tue, Feb 17
Singapore Airlines Logo
13:40 - 23:30
JNB
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CMB
30h 20m1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
0:45 - 18:35
CMB
-
JNB
21h 20m1 stop
R14 074Singapore Airlines
Sun, Mar 1 - Fri, Mar 20
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 - 16:30
CPT
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CMB
24h 25m1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
20:50 - 17:30
CMB
-
CPT
24h 10m1 stop
R14 426Qatar Airways
Wed, Feb 11 - Wed, Feb 18
Qatar Airways Logo
18:55 - 16:30
CPT
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CMB
18h 05m1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
4:15 - 17:30
CMB
-
CPT
16h 45m1 stop
R14 677Qatar Airways
Sun, Feb 1 - Sun, Feb 15
Qatar Airways Logo
18:55 - 16:30
CPT
-
CMB
18h 05m1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
4:15 - 17:30
CMB
-
CPT
16h 45m1 stop
R14 710Qatar Airways
Sun, Feb 1 - Sun, Feb 15
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:30 - 5:00
JNB
-
CMB
35h 00m2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
18:40 - 20:10
CMB
-
JNB
29h 00m2 stops
R15 347Ethiopian Air
Sun, Mar 1 - Sat, Mar 21
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 5:00
CPT
-
CMB
35h 40m2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
18:40 - 14:35
CMB
-
CPT
23h 25m2 stops
R15 464Ethiopian Air
Sat, Mar 14 - Wed, Mar 18
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 0:05
CPT
-
CMB
30h 45m2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 14:35
CMB
-
CPT
28h 15m2 stops
R15 498Ethiopian Air
Tue, May 5 - Fri, May 8
Emirates Logo
13:40 - 18:25
CPT
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CMB
25h 15m2 stops
Emirates Logo
9:55 - 16:45
CMB
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CPT
34h 20m1 stop
R15 800Emirates
Sun, Feb 1 - Mon, Feb 16
Emirates Logo
18:30 - 21:55
CPT
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CMB
23h 55m1 stop
Emirates Logo
20:15 - 11:40
CMB
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CPT
18h 55m2 stops
R15 867Emirates
Wed, Feb 11 - Wed, Feb 18

Singapore Airlines flights from South Africa to Sri Lanka

Our best Singapore Airlines deals on South Africa to Sri Lanka flight tickets
Singapore Airlines
Feb 11
CPT10:40Cape Town Intl
33h 20m
2 stops
CMB23:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Feb 17
CMB0:45Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
36h 10m
2 stops
CPT9:25Cape Town Intl
R14 024
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Singapore Airlines
Mar 1
JNB13:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 20m
1 stop
CMB23:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Mar 20
CMB0:45Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
21h 20m
1 stop
JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
R14 074
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Singapore Airlines
Dec 29
JNB19:55Johannesburg OR Tambo
24h 05m
1 stop
CMB23:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Mar 31
CMB0:50Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
21h 15m
1 stop
JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
R19 603
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Qatar Airways flights from South Africa to Sri Lanka

Our best Qatar Airways deals on South Africa to Sri Lanka flight tickets
Qatar Airways
Feb 11
CPT12:35Cape Town Intl
24h 25m
1 stop
CMB16:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Feb 18
CMB20:50Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
24h 10m
1 stop
CPT17:30Cape Town Intl
R14 426
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Qatar Airways
Feb 1
CPT18:55Cape Town Intl
18h 05m
1 stop
CMB16:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Feb 15
CMB4:15Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
16h 45m
1 stop
CPT17:30Cape Town Intl
R14 677
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Qatar Airways
Feb 1
CPT18:55Cape Town Intl
18h 05m
1 stop
CMB16:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Feb 15
CMB4:15Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
16h 45m
1 stop
CPT17:30Cape Town Intl
R14 710
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momondo Fare Finder

 
Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Sri Lanka 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 20 December 2025.
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Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/2

10:40-23:30

2 stops33h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 17/2

0:45-9:25

2 stops36h 10m

R14 024

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/3

13:40-23:30

1 stop30h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 20/3

0:45-18:35

1 stop21h 20m

R14 074

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/2

12:35-16:30

1 stop24h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 18/2

20:50-17:30

1 stop24h 10m

R14 426

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/2

18:55-16:30

1 stop18h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 15/2

4:15-17:30

1 stop16h 45m

R14 677

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/2

18:55-16:30

1 stop18h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 15/2

4:15-17:30

1 stop16h 45m

R14 710

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/3

14:30-5:00

2 stops35h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 21/3

18:40-20:10

2 stops29h 00m

R15 347

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Sat 14/3

13:50-5:00

2 stops35h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 18/3

18:40-14:35

2 stops23h 25m

R15 464

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Tue 5/5

13:50-0:05

2 stops30h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 8/5

13:50-14:35

2 stops28h 15m

R15 498

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/2

13:40-18:25

2 stops25h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 16/2

9:55-16:45

1 stop34h 20m

R15 800

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/2

18:30-21:55

1 stop23h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 18/2

20:15-11:40

2 stops18h 55m

R15 867

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from South Africa to Sri Lanka

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

What is the cheapest month to fly to Sri Lanka?

In general, February 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 R12 767. The month of May is another great option to travel to Sri Lanka, with average flight prices from South Africa averaging around R12 834.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Sri Lanka?

Our data shows that Wednesday is the least expensive day to fly to Sri Lanka. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as R12 532. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Saturday because tickets tend to average around R14 405. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Sri Lanka.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Sri Lanka?

Our data shows that the cheapest South Africa to Sri Lanka flights are usually those with departure times in the evening. Our users have found flights to Sri Lanka in the evening for as low as R12 358. Try not to purchase tickets in the afternoon because they tend to be around R17 382. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

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 236 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 R13 102 on momondo.

Cheap South Africa to Sri Lanka flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

15h 10m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from South Africa to Sri Lanka takes 15h 10m
There are no direct flights from South Africa to Sri Lanka. There are no popular flight routes from South Africa to Sri Lanka.
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    Prices for flights from South Africa to Sri Lanka are refreshed on a daily basis.

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  • 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.

Best airlines flying from South Africa to Sri Lanka

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Airline
Rating
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom R11 832Free CancellationRating
8,1
1 414 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom R12 136Free CancellationRating
7,4
3 685 reviews
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Air SeychellesPriceFrom R12 705Free CancellationRating
0,0
0 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom R12 976Free CancellationRating
7,4
1 337 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom R13 231Free CancellationRating
8,1
3 440 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom R14 371Free CancellationRating
7,2
914 reviews
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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from South Africa to Sri Lanka?

We help find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo compares prices from hundreds of airlines and travel agents and helps you filter them to find the best flight from South Africa to Sri Lanka for you.

Can I find flights from South Africa to Sri Lanka with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to Sri Lanka from South Africa with this policy.

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