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

Ethiopian Air is the most popular carrier operating from Sri Lanka to South Africa

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

Prices for flights from Sri Lanka to South Africa were last updated today.

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

The number of operators available for flights from Sri Lanka to South Africa is 1 as of December 2025.

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

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 Sri Lanka to South Africa.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to South Africa 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 South Africa. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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21:35 - 13:05

CMB

JNB

19h 00m2 stops

23:00 - 5:00

JNB

CMB

26h 30m2 stops

R12 450Multiple Airlines

Wed, Jan 28 - Wed, Feb 4

14:00 - 3:55

CMB

JNB

41h 25m2 stops

14:30 - 5:00

JNB

CMB

35h 00m2 stops

R12 568Ethiopian Air

Wed, Jan 28 - Wed, Feb 4

20:15 - 13:05

CMB

JNB

20h 20m3 stops

14:30 - 15:15

JNB

CMB

21h 15m2 stops

R13 614Multiple Airlines

Wed, Jan 28 - Wed, Feb 4

12:30 - 15:50

CMB

JNB

30h 50m3 stops

1:35 - 16:15

JNB

CMB

35h 10m3 stops

R14 964Multiple Airlines

Wed, Jan 28 - Tue, Feb 3

4:00 - 20:10

CMB

JNB

19h 40m2 stops

13:45 - 16:30

JNB

CMB

23h 15m1 stop

R15 504Multiple Airlines

Tue, Jan 27 - Wed, Feb 4

8:00 - 10:50

CMB

JNB

30h 20m1 stop

20:30 - 16:30

JNB

CMB

16h 30m1 stop

R20 834Multiple Airlines

Wed, Jan 28 - Wed, Feb 4

2:40 - 16:35

CMB

JNB

17h 25m1 stop

22:20 - 0:45

JNB

CMB

22h 55m1 stop

R27 093Emirates

Tue, Jan 27 - Wed, Feb 4

18:40 - 13:05

CMB

JNB

21h 55m2 stops

23:00 - 0:10

JNB

CMB

21h 40m2 stops

R43 390Ethiopian Air

Tue, Mar 3 - Sat, Mar 14

10:15 - 3:55

CMB

JNB

21h 10m1 stop

13:45 - 16:30

JNB

CMB

23h 15m1 stop

R44 537Qatar Airways

Fri, Mar 6 - Fri, Mar 13

18:40 - 3:55

CMB

JNB

36h 45m2 stops

8:20 - 5:00

JNB

CMB

41h 10m2 stops

R44 942Ethiopian Air

Sat, Mar 7 - Fri, Mar 13

Ethiopian Air flights from Sri Lanka to South Africa

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Ethiopian Air

Mar 3

CMB18:40Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

21h 55m

2 stops

JNB13:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mar 14

JNB23:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

21h 40m

2 stops

CMB0:10Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

R43 390

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Ethiopian Air

Mar 7

CMB18:40Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

36h 45m

2 stops

JNB3:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mar 15

JNB23:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 30m

2 stops

CMB5:00Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

R44 942

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Ethiopian Air

Mar 9

CMB18:40Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

29h 00m

2 stops

JNB20:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mar 10

JNB23:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

21h 40m

2 stops

CMB0:10Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

R46 949

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Qatar Airways flights from Sri Lanka to South Africa

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Qatar Airways

Mar 6

CMB10:15Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

21h 10m

1 stop

JNB3:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mar 13

JNB13:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

23h 15m

1 stop

CMB16:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

R44 537

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Qatar Airways

Mar 3

CMB11:15Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

20h 10m

1 stop

JNB3:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mar 12

JNB13:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

16h 30m

1 stop

CMB9:45Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

R50 408

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Qatar Airways

Mar 8

CMB11:15Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

20h 10m

1 stop

JNB3:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mar 16

JNB12:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

17h 30m

1 stop

CMB9:45Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

R50 745

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ColomboJohannesburg

CMB - JNB

CMBJNB

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 28/1

21:35-13:05

2 stops19h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/2

23:00-5:00

2 stops26h 30m

R12 450

ColomboJohannesburg

CMB - JNB

CMBJNB

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 28/1

14:00-3:55

2 stops41h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/2

14:30-5:00

2 stops35h 00m

R12 568

ColomboJohannesburg

CMB - JNB

CMBJNB

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 28/1

20:15-13:05

3 stops20h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/2

14:30-15:15

2 stops21h 15m

R13 614

ColomboJohannesburg

CMB - JNB

CMBJNB

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 28/1

12:30-15:50

3 stops30h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/2

1:35-16:15

3 stops35h 10m

R14 964

ColomboJohannesburg

CMB - JNB

CMBJNB

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 27/1

4:00-20:10

2 stops19h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/2

13:45-16:30

1 stop23h 15m

R15 504

ColomboJohannesburg

CMB - JNB

CMBJNB

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 28/1

8:00-10:50

1 stop30h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/2

20:30-16:30

1 stop16h 30m

R20 834

ColomboJohannesburg

CMB - JNB

CMBJNB

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 27/1

2:40-16:35

1 stop17h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/2

22:20-0:45

1 stop22h 55m

R27 093

ColomboJohannesburg

CMB - JNB

CMBJNB

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 3/3

18:40-13:05

2 stops21h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/3

23:00-0:10

2 stops21h 40m

R43 390

ColomboJohannesburg

CMB - JNB

CMBJNB

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 6/3

10:15-3:55

1 stop21h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/3

13:45-16:30

1 stop23h 15m

R44 537

ColomboJohannesburg

CMB - JNB

CMBJNB

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 7/3

18:40-3:55

2 stops36h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/3

8:20-5:00

2 stops41h 10m

R44 942

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

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What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

According to our data, Saturday is the cheapest day to fly to South Africa from Sri Lanka. The lowest ticket price found for a Saturday departure recently was R15 495. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. Flights from Sri Lanka to South Africa on a Wednesday will generally be more expensive and average around R17 355. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

Flying to South Africa from Sri Lanka in the afternoon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as R14 945 when looking at flights departing in the afternoon. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to South Africa is in the evening when prices are around R25 048.

Can stopping save me money on Sri Lanka to South Africa flights?

You could potentially save up to 8% on your flight if you consider stops on a Sri Lanka to South Africa flight.

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Fastest flight time	21h 55m
Direct flights	None

The fastest flight from Sri Lanka to South Africa takes 21h 55m

There are no direct flights from Sri Lanka to South Africa. There are no popular flight routes from Sri Lanka to South Africa.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Sri Lanka to South Africa?
Prices for flights from Sri Lanka to South Africa were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Sri Lanka to South Africa?
The number of operators available for flights from Sri Lanka to South Africa is 1 as of December 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Sri Lanka to South Africa?
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 Sri Lanka to South Africa.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to South Africa 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 South Africa. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from Sri Lanka to South Africa

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R19 791	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 332 reviews		Search Etihad Airways flights

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