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R12 619 Cheap flights to Sri Lanka

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight to Sri Lanka departing on 24/4. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

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Multiple Airlines
Apr 24
JNB
33h 55m
2 stops
CMB
May 1
CMB
36h 05m
2 stops
JNB
R12 619
Qatar Airways
Apr 5
JNB
24h 40m
1 stop
CMB
Apr 12
CMB
23h 00m
1 stop
JNB
R12 669
Singapore Airlines
Aug 19
JNB
24h 15m
1 stop
CMB
Aug 27
CMB
21h 15m
1 stop
JNB
R12 752
Singapore Airlines
Aug 19
JNB
24h 15m
1 stop
CMB
Aug 27
CMB
21h 15m
1 stop
JNB
R12 786
Singapore Airlines
Aug 18
JNB
30h 20m
1 stop
CMB
Aug 27
CMB
21h 15m
1 stop
JNB
R12 819
Multiple Airlines
Apr 5
JNB
29h 25m
2 stops
CMB
Apr 12
CMB
17h 05m
2 stops
JNB
R12 919
Etihad Airways
Apr 24
JNB
13h 45m
1 stop
CMB
May 1
CMB
19h 25m
1 stop
JNB
R13 002
Etihad Airways
May 27
JNB
31h 15m
1 stop
CMB
Jun 3
CMB
25h 50m
1 stop
JNB
R13 085
Qatar Airways
Apr 23
JNB
23h 30m
1 stop
CMB
Apr 29
CMB
16h 25m
1 stop
JNB
R13 135
Qatar Airways
Mar 21
JNB
24h 15m
1 stop
CMB
Mar 26
CMB
15h 30m
1 stop
JNB
R13 219
Qatar Airways
Mar 25
JNB
16h 30m
1 stop
CMB
Mar 29
CMB
23h 00m
1 stop
JNB
R13 452
Qatar Airways
Apr 13
CPT
25h 15m
1 stop
CMB
Apr 27
CMB
35h 45m
1 stop
CPT
R13 502

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Recent return flight deals from South Africa to Sri Lanka

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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
R12 619Multiple Airlines
Fri, Apr 24 - Fri, May 1
Qatar Airways Logo
12:40 - 16:50
JNB
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CMB
24h 40m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
20:20 - 15:50
CMB
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JNB
23h 00m
1 stop
R12 669Qatar Airways
Sun, Apr 5 - Sun, Apr 12
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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
R12 753Singapore Airlines
Wed, Aug 19 - Thu, Aug 27
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
R12 786Singapore Airlines
Wed, Aug 19 - Thu, Aug 27
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13:45 - 23:35
JNB
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CMB
30h 20m
1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
0:50 - 18:35
CMB
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JNB
21h 15m
1 stop
R12 819Singapore Airlines
Tue, Aug 18 - Thu, Aug 27
Etihad Airways Logo
9:45 - 3:00
JNB
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CMB
13h 45m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
16:20 - 8:15
CMB
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JNB
19h 25m
1 stop
R13 002Etihad Airways
Fri, Apr 24 - Fri, May 1
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 - 20:35
JNB
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CMB
31h 15m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
10:00 - 8:20
CMB
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JNB
25h 50m
1 stop
R13 085Etihad Airways
Wed, May 27 - Wed, Jun 3
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 20:35
CPT
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CMB
27h 15m
2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
18:30 - 14:35
CMB
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CPT
23h 35m
2 stops
R14 584Ethiopian Air
Mon, Apr 20 - Mon, Apr 27
Emirates Logo
18:25 - 18:30
CPT
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CMB
20h 35m
2 stops
Emirates Logo
20:35 - 11:30
CMB
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CPT
18h 25m
2 stops
R14 933Emirates
Mon, Apr 13 - Tue, Apr 28
Emirates Logo
13:15 - 8:30
CPT
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CMB
15h 45m
1 stop
Emirates Logo
20:35 - 16:40
CMB
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CPT
23h 35m
2 stops
R14 967Emirates
Wed, Apr 22 - Wed, Apr 29

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Locate flights to Sri Lanka that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, momondo users made a total of 13 550 searches and data was last updated on 10 March 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 24/4

9:45-23:10

2 stops33h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 1/5

23:40-8:15

2 stops36h 05m

R12 619

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/4

12:40-16:50

1 stop24h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 12/4

20:20-15:50

1 stop23h 00m

R12 669

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

R12 752

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

R12 786

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 18/8

13:45-23:35

1 stop30h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 27/8

0:50-18:35

1 stop21h 15m

R12 819
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 24/4

9:45-3:00

1 stop13h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 1/5

16:20-8:15

1 stop19h 25m

R13 002

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 27/5

9:50-20:35

1 stop31h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 3/6

10:00-8:20

1 stop25h 50m

R13 085

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Mon 20/4

13:50-20:35

2 stops27h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 27/4

18:30-14:35

2 stops23h 35m

R14 584

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Mon 13/4

18:25-18:30

2 stops20h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 28/4

20:35-11:30

2 stops18h 25m

R14 933

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Wed 22/4

13:15-8:30

1 stop15h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 29/4

20:35-16:40

2 stops23h 35m

R14 967

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Which airlines fly to Sri Lanka?

Qatar Airways, Emirates and Singapore Airlines 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 58% 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.

Cheapest flights to cities in Sri Lanka

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Cheap Sri Lanka flight deals and tips

Summary info about Sri Lanka flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price

R6 576

Best Round-Trip Price

R12 619

Fastest flight time

29h 25m

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The best one-way flight price to Sri Lanka from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R6 576 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl).
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The best round-trip flight price to Sri Lanka from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R12 619 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl).
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The fastest flight to Sri Lanka from South Africa takes 29h 25m (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl).
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December has the highest demand for flights to Sri Lanka, with a 1% price increase on average.
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Frequently asked questions about flying to Sri Lanka

What is the cheapest flight to Sri Lanka?

The best prices found on momondo for flights to Sri Lanka are:
R1 364 per person with SriLankan Airlines
R2 909 per person with flydubai
R5 136 per person with FitsAir

Which airlines fly to Sri Lanka?

Qatar Airways, Emirates and Singapore Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Sri Lanka according to our data. Qatar Airways is the first choice among our users, with 58% 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 most popular airport in Sri Lanka to fly to?

If you’re unsure where to fly to in Sri Lanka, we recommend booking a flight that arrives at the popular Colombo Bandaranaike Intl airport, which services Colombo and its surrounding areas. In the last 12 months, 98% of momondo travellers booking flights to Sri Lanka chose to fly into Colombo Bandaranaike Intl.

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

Prices for flights to Sri Lanka are updated daily.

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

As of March 2026, there are 10 operators available to choose from for flights to Sri Lanka.

How old do you have to be to fly to Sri Lanka?

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 to Sri Lanka.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Sri Lanka can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Sri Lanka. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Sri Lanka?

momondo collates all your flight options in one place and lets you filter them to find the perfect flight to Sri Lanka. momondo saves you time and could save you money on your trip.

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

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

How can momondo help me find flights to Sri Lanka?

Once all potential Sri Lanka flight options are in front of you momondo lets you sort and filter flights based on preferences such as airline, price and flight times, amongst many other options.

I’m not ready to book a flight to Sri Lanka right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

Yes. momondo can track flight prices for Sri Lanka and alert you when they change. Perform a search to set up the price alert. All that is required is a valid email address.

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