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Cheap flights to Colombo from R13 272

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 13/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CMH — CMB
May 13 — May 201
1 adult
Mon 13/5
Mon 20/5

Flights to Colombo in 2024

Find the latest flights to Colombo in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 543 462 searches and data was last updated on 8 May 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R13 272

Return from

R13 272
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Average for return flights in May 2024
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From Johannesburg to Colombo
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Cheap flights to Bandaranaike Intl Airport in May & June 2024

Discover affordable flights and deals to Bandaranaike Intl Airport in May and June 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 543 462 searches and data was last updated on 8 May 2024.
Check out some of the flights available from low prices to Colombo in May and June 2024. Prices refresh often so be sure to come back soon for more deals.
Sun 12/59:55JNB - CMB
1 stop26h 00mEtihad Airways
Sat 18/519:20CMB - JNB
1 stop16h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 7/5R16 562
Sun 12/510:45JNB - CMB
2 stops15h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 18/523:40CMB - JNB
2 stops19h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5R18 946
Sun 12/519:10JNB - CMB
2 stops19h 50mEmirates
Sat 18/59:10CMB - JNB
1 stop15h 10mEmirates
Deal found 7/5R20 702
Mon 3/61:15JNB - CMB
2 stops42h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 19/623:40CMB - JNB
2 stops19h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5R48 465
Sat 1/68:20JNB - CMB
2 stops41h 05mEthiopian Air
Mon 17/618:25CMB - JNB
2 stops29h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/5R53 493
Tue 4/618:05JNB - CMB
1 stop31h 45mTurkish Airlines
Tue 18/66:50CMB - JNB
1 stop31h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/5R55 877
Tue 4/622:35JNB - CMB
2 stops26h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 19/620:35CMB - JNB
3 stops26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5R57 504
Sat 1/618:05JNB - CMB
1 stop31h 45mTurkish Airlines
Tue 18/66:50CMB - JNB
1 stop31h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/5R57 559
Sat 1/622:35JNB - CMB
2 stops26h 50mEthiopian Air
Fri 21/618:25CMB - JNB
2 stops29h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/5R57 836

Bandaranaike Intl Airport 2024 flight deals

Explore flight deals for Bandaranaike Intl Airport in 2024, offering the best prices and options to suit your preferences. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 543 462 searches and data were last updated on 8 May 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights to Colombo in 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Sun 13/1019:10JNB - CMB
1 stop23h 30mEmirates
Sun 20/1020:35CMB - JNB
2 stops23h 10mEmirates
Deal found 7/5R13 272
Sun 13/1020:15JNB - CMB
1 stop16h 35mQatar Airways
Sun 20/1010:30CMB - JNB
1 stop34h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/5R13 604
Sun 13/1013:35JNB - CMB
1 stop23h 15mQatar Airways
Sat 19/103:35CMB - JNB
1 stop16h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/5R15 416
Sun 15/127:30JNB - CMB
1 stop14h 55mQatar Airways
Sat 28/123:25CMB - JNB
1 stop14h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/5R16 174
Sun 15/127:30JNB - CMB
1 stop15h 55mQatar Airways
Sun 29/1210:15CMB - JNB
1 stop32h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/5R16 210
Sun 12/59:55JNB - CMB
1 stop26h 00mEtihad Airways
Sat 18/519:20CMB - JNB
1 stop16h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 7/5R16 562
Sun 13/1017:35JNB - CMB
3 stops35h 55mQatar Airways
Sat 19/103:35CMB - JNB
1 stop16h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/5R17 449
Sun 13/1022:20JNB - CMB
2 stops16h 40mEmirates
Sat 19/103:05CMB - JNB
1 stop16h 40mEmirates
Deal found 7/5R18 502
Sun 12/510:45JNB - CMB
2 stops15h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 18/523:40CMB - JNB
2 stops19h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5R18 946

Average price of flights to Bandaranaike Intl Airport by month

Plan your trip to Colombo by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to Colombo is currently R0 while a return flight costs R26 032. Price data was last updated on 5 May 2024.

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Colombo (average of R669). Flying to Colombo in December will prove the most costly (average of R907). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

R13 253

February

R13 216

March

R13 604

April

R13 382

May

R13 327

June

R13 697

July

R16 063

August

R13 345

September

R12 569

October

R12 735

November

R12 366

December

R16 765

Temperature and rainfall in Colombo by month

Plan your trip to Colombo by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

CMB

Temperature

27 - 28 °C

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Colombo, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, March is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 27.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to Colombo?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight to Colombo. Price data was last updated on 3 May 2024.
Booking 82 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to Colombo. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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When is the cheapest time to fly to Colombo?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return to Colombo. Price data was last updated on 5 May 2024.
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Users looking for the lowest fares to Colombo should consider flying on Wednesday afternoons, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Tuesday afternoons, when prices are usually at their highest.
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Reviews of airlines servicing Colombo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Colombo. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Colombo. Reviews last updated 8 May 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly to Colombo, see what other customers have to say about Emirates, Qatar Airways and Turkish Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 988 reviews
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Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Entertainment

8,3

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

All in all I enjoyed my experience and definitely flying with you again

Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 988 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 988 reviews
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Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Entertainment

8,3

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

All in all I enjoyed my experience and definitely flying with you again

Qatar Airways
7,7
Good
4 428 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 988 reviews
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Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Entertainment

8,3

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

All in all I enjoyed my experience and definitely flying with you again

Turkish Airlines
7,5
Good
3 712 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 988 reviews
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Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Entertainment

8,3

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

All in all I enjoyed my experience and definitely flying with you again

Malaysia Airlines
7,5
Good
396 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 988 reviews
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Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Entertainment

8,3

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

All in all I enjoyed my experience and definitely flying with you again

Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 370 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 988 reviews
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Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Entertainment

8,3

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

All in all I enjoyed my experience and definitely flying with you again

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Colombo if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Colombo on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Colombo?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Emirates is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Colombo.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Colombo?

    Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Colombo. One-way flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport typically cost R2 081, while return flights cost around R5 914.

  • How much is a return flight to Colombo?

    A return flight to Colombo will typically cost around R512, however they can be found for as little as R320.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Colombo depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Colombo, Cape Town offers the quickest one-way flight (17 hours 10 minutes).

  • Does Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Yes. Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Green Star Residence is the closest property to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (0,0 km away from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport).

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