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 Johannesburg OR Tambo to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl is 10h 30m on average, while flying from Cape Town Intl to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl is 21h 55m on average. Colombo Bandaranaike Intl is the most popular airport in Sri Lanka.

R7 829 Cheap Flights to Sri Lanka in 2025/26

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Air Seychelles

Jan 4

JNB

10h 30m

1 stop

CMB

Jan 29

CMB

11h 10m

1 stop

JNB

R12 929

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Singapore Airlines

Jun 3

JNB

24h 15m

1 stop

CMB

Jun 16

CMB

21h 15m

1 stop

JNB

R12 946

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Qatar Airways

Mar 4

CPT

24h 25m

1 stop

CMB

Mar 11

CMB

16h 40m

1 stop

CPT

R13 183

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Singapore Airlines

Feb 23

JNB

24h 05m

1 stop

CMB

Mar 8

CMB

21h 20m

1 stop

JNB

R13 217

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Qatar Airways

Mar 7

CPT

24h 25m

1 stop

CMB

Mar 14

CMB

25h 25m

1 stop

CPT

R13 692

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Singapore Airlines

Jan 31

JNB

17h 35m

1 stop

CMB

Feb 3

CMB

21h 20m

1 stop

JNB

R13 946

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Singapore Airlines

Mar 7

CPT

33h 20m

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CMB

Mar 13

CMB

36h 10m

2 stops

CPT

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Air Seychelles

Apr 26

JNB

10h 30m

1 stop

CMB

May 8

CMB

11h 10m

1 stop

JNB

R14 115

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Qatar Airways

Jan 19

CPT

28h 15m

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CMB

Jan 25

CMB

16h 45m

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CPT

R14 166

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Singapore Airlines

Feb 1

CPT

33h 20m

2 stops

CMB

Feb 15

CMB

60h 10m

2 stops

CPT

R14 302

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Qatar Airways

Feb 1

CPT

27h 30m

1 stop

CMB

Feb 15

CMB

16h 45m

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CPT

R14 420

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Qatar Airways

Feb 1

CPT

28h 20m

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CMB

Feb 15

CMB

16h 45m

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13:50 - 3:50

JNB

CMB

10h 30m1 stop

4:50 - 12:30

CMB

JNB

11h 10m1 stop

R12 929Air Seychelles

Sun, Jan 4 - Thu, Jan 29

19:50 - 23:35

JNB

CMB

24h 15m1 stop

0:50 - 18:35

CMB

JNB

21h 15m1 stop

R12 946Singapore Airlines

Wed, Jun 3 - Tue, Jun 16

12:35 - 16:30

CPT

CMB

24h 25m1 stop

4:15 - 17:25

CMB

CPT

16h 40m1 stop

R13 183Qatar Airways

Wed, Mar 4 - Wed, Mar 11

19:55 - 23:30

JNB

CMB

24h 05m1 stop

0:45 - 18:35

CMB

JNB

21h 20m1 stop

R13 217Singapore Airlines

Mon, Feb 23 - Sun, Mar 8

12:35 - 16:30

CPT

CMB

24h 25m1 stop

19:30 - 17:25

CMB

CPT

25h 25m1 stop

R13 692Qatar Airways

Sat, Mar 7 - Sat, Mar 14

13:40 - 10:45

JNB

CMB

17h 35m1 stop

0:45 - 18:35

CMB

JNB

21h 20m1 stop

R13 946Singapore Airlines

Sat, Jan 31 - Tue, Feb 3

10:40 - 23:30

CPT

CMB

33h 20m2 stops

0:45 - 9:25

CMB

CPT

36h 10m2 stops

R14 048Singapore Airlines

Sat, Mar 7 - Fri, Mar 13

23:00 - 0:10

JNB

CMB

21h 40m2 stops

18:40 - 20:10

CMB

JNB

29h 00m2 stops

R15 064Ethiopian Air

Mon, Jan 19 - Mon, Jan 26

8:20 - 15:15

JNB

CMB

27h 25m2 stops

18:40 - 13:05

CMB

JNB

21h 55m2 stops

R15 081Ethiopian Air

Mon, Feb 23 - Mon, Mar 9

20:30 - 16:30

JNB

CMB

16h 30m1 stop

18:40 - 3:55

CMB

JNB

36h 45m2 stops

R15 302Multiple Airlines

Mon, Feb 23 - Mon, Mar 9

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Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/1

13:50-3:50

1 stop10h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 29/1

4:50-12:30

1 stop11h 10m

R12 929

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/6

19:50-23:35

1 stop24h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 16/6

0:50-18:35

1 stop21h 15m

R12 946

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/3

12:35-16:30

1 stop24h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 11/3

4:15-17:25

1 stop16h 40m

R13 183

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/2

19:55-23:30

1 stop24h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 8/3

0:45-18:35

1 stop21h 20m

R13 217

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Sat 7/3

12:35-16:30

1 stop24h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 14/3

19:30-17:25

1 stop25h 25m

R13 692

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 31/1

13:40-10:45

1 stop17h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 3/2

0:45-18:35

1 stop21h 20m

R13 946

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

Sat 7/3

10:40-23:30

2 stops33h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 13/3

0:45-9:25

2 stops36h 10m

R14 048

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/1

23:00-0:10

2 stops21h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 26/1

18:40-20:10

2 stops29h 00m

R15 064

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/2

8:20-15:15

2 stops27h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 9/3

18:40-13:05

2 stops21h 55m

R15 081

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/2

20:30-16:30

1 stop16h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 9/3

18:40-3:55

2 stops36h 45m

R15 302

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Sri Lanka flights insights and trends

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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 59% 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.

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Summary info about Sri Lanka flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	R7 829
Best Round-Trip Price	R12 929
Fastest flight time	16h 30m
Popular in	December

The best one-way flight price to Sri Lanka from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R7 829 (Cape Town Intl 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 929 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl).

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The fastest flight to Sri Lanka from South Africa takes 16h 30m (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl).

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December has the highest demand for flights to Sri Lanka, with a 7% 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:
R3 834 per person with SriLankan Airlines
R4 684 per person with flydubai
R5 227 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 59% 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.

What is the best day of the week to fly to Sri Lanka?

Flying to Sri Lanka on a Wednesday or Monday is your best option since this is when flight prices tend to be at their lowest for the week. The most expensive day of the week to fly to Sri Lanka is on a Saturday.

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 December 2025, there are 9 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.