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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from R8 877

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 23/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — CMB
gen 22 — gen 291
1 adult

The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl are usually found in May or November, booked 74 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Sunday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to Colombo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to Colombo (CMB). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 17 gennaio 2025.

Round-trip from

R14 539

One-way from

R8 877

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R15 065
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 25/3-25/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 43h 25m total
  • Cape Town to Colombo
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23/1
  • 23/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 45m total
  • Cape Town to Colombo
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High demand for flights, 3% potential price rise
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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Colombo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to Colombo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 gennaio 2025.

mar 25/312:35CPT - CMB
1 stop27h 35mQatar Airways
ven 25/44:55CMB - CPT
1 stop15h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 16/1R14 539
dom 7/910:40CPT - CMB
2 stops33h 25mSingapore Airlines
mer 17/90:50CMB - CPT
2 stops36h 05mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 16/1R14 557
ven 17/1013:05CPT - CMB
2 stops25h 55mEmirates
dom 2/1110:30CMB - CPT
2 stops28h 40mEmirates
Deal found 16/1R15 253
ven 17/109:00CPT - CMB
2 stops27h 50mMultiple Airlines
sab 1/113:25CMB - CPT
1 stop17h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/1R16 476
mer 5/214:35CPT - CMB
2 stops34h 55mEthiopian Air
mer 19/218:40CMB - CPT
2 stops46h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 16/1R20 444
sab 18/1016:35CPT - CMB
1 stop33h 10mTurkish Airlines
lun 3/117:25CMB - CPT
1 stop32h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 16/1R20 614
dom 7/910:40CPT - CMB
3 stops25h 55mMalaysia Airlines
mer 17/90:05CMB - CPT
3 stops36h 50mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 16/1R57 439

Find flights from Cape Town to Colombo within your budget

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Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

mar 25/3

12:35-19:40

1 stop27h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

ven 25/4

4:55-17:15

1 stop15h 50m

R14 539

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

ven 14/3

14:35-18:25

3 stops24h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

ven 21/3

2:45-14:30

2 stops39h 15m

R18 507

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

ven 21/2

13:40-21:55

1 stop28h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

ven 14/3

2:45-16:45

1 stop17h 30m

R19 805

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

mer 5/2

14:35-5:00

2 stops34h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

mer 19/2

18:40-13:45

2 stops46h 35m

R20 444

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

mer 5/2

10:40-23:30

2 stops33h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

mar 18/2

0:45-9:35

2 stops36h 20m

R20 519

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

ven 21/2

10:40-15:40

3 stops25h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

sab 15/3

7:35-9:25

3 stops29h 20m

R82 134

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

gio 23/1

23:00-23:15

2 stops44h 45m

R8 877

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

mer 19/3

9:20-16:30

2 stops27h 40m

R10 438

Cape TownColombo

CPT - CMB

CPTCMB

Cape Town Intl

gio 23/1

13:40-21:55

1 stop28h 45m

R11 962

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Colombo

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Travel insights for flights from Cape Town to Colombo

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Cape Town to Colombo including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Cape Town to Colombo. Price data was last updated on 10 January 2025.

Booking 74 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of R722). Flying from Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R973). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CPT to CMB?

Find hourly flight availability from Cape Town to Colombo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 17 gennaio 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 10% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Cape Town to Colombo. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Colombo by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport ranges from 60.0 - 350.0 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 350.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport when rainfall is around 60.0 mm.

Temperature in Colombo by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, 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).

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 17 gennaio 2025.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 351 reviews
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Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 351 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 351 reviews
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Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 327 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 351 reviews
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Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Qatar Airways
7,5
Good
3 752 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 351 reviews
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Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Malaysia Airlines
7,3
Good
277 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 351 reviews
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Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
773 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 351 reviews
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Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cape Town to Colombo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl?

    If you book a flight to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl from Cape Town, you will be flying from Cape Town Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Cape Town Intl (CPT) is located 15,6 km from the centre of Cape Town. There are 0 flights from Cape Town Intl to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl per day from 4 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport round-trip?

    Qatar Airways, at R14 539, was found to be the cheapest airline from Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Emirates and Lufthansa. These flights start at 10% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Most of the time, Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights that have stopovers will stop in Doha.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights?

    Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights that have stopovers will least frequently stop in Dubai.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to Colombo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Cape Town to Colombo flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Cape Town to Colombo?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cape Town to Colombo.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Cape Town to Colombo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town to Colombo by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of R722). Flying from Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R973). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Cape Town to Colombo

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Cape Town to Colombo. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 17 gennaio 2025.
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR13 121AverageR15 392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR13 141AverageR13 897FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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EmiratesCheapestR13 849AverageR18 232FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR20 769AverageR21 243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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