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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from R17 720

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 19/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CMB
Dec 24 — Dec 311
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to Colombo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) 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 19 December 2024.

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R17 720

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December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R19 441
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 19/2-27/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 63h 10m total
  • Johannesburg to Colombo
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Best flights from OR Tambo to Colombo
Discover carefully curated flight deals from OR Tambo to Colombo that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 19 December 2024.

Wed 19/213:45JNB - CMB
1 stop30h 15mSingapore Airlines
Thu 27/20:45CMB - JNB
1 stop32h 55mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 18/12R17 720
Wed 19/28:20JNB - CMB
3 stops30h 35mMultiple Airlines
Fri 28/29:55CMB - JNB
2 stops21h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12R18 988
Wed 19/28:50JNB - CMB
1 stop14h 35mQatar Airways
Fri 28/210:15CMB - JNB
1 stop32h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 18/12R19 767
Wed 19/218:50JNB - CMB
1 stop17h 40mEmirates
Fri 28/220:15CMB - JNB
2 stops23h 50mEmirates
Deal found 18/12R19 930
Wed 19/212:45JNB - CMB
2 stops35h 35mOman Air
Thu 27/24:50CMB - JNB
2 stops32h 25mOman Air
Deal found 18/12R21 670
Wed 19/23:10JNB - CMB
2 stops33h 50mRwandAir
Fri 28/219:30CMB - JNB
2 stops46h 20mRwandAir
Deal found 18/12R31 907
Wed 19/214:35JNB - CMB
3 stops29h 30mMalaysia Airlines
Thu 27/20:40CMB - JNB
3 stops40h 00mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 18/12R35 585

Find flights from OR Tambo to Colombo within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from OR Tambo to Colombo that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 19 December 2024.

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JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/2

13:45-23:30

1 stop30h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 27/2

0:45-6:10

1 stop32h 55m

R17 720

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/2

8:20-18:25

3 stops30h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 28/2

9:55-3:55

2 stops21h 30m

R18 988

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/2

8:50-2:55

1 stop14h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 28/2

10:15-15:35

1 stop32h 50m

R19 767

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/2

13:25-18:25

2 stops25h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 27/2

2:45-16:35

1 stop17h 20m

R19 930

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/2

12:45-3:50

2 stops35h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 27/2

4:50-9:45

2 stops32h 25m

R21 670

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/2

3:10-16:30

2 stops33h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 28/2

19:30-14:20

2 stops46h 20m

R31 907

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/2

14:35-23:35

3 stops29h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 27/2

0:40-13:10

3 stops40h 00m

R35 585

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Travel insights for flights from OR Tambo to Colombo

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from OR Tambo to Colombo. Price data was last updated on 13 December 2024.

Booking 72 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of R722). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R898). 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 JNB to CMB?

Find hourly flight availability from OR Tambo 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 19 December 2024.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 29% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday 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 19 December 2024.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 412 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 412 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 412 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 331 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 412 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Qatar Airways
7,5
Good
3 792 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 412 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Malaysia Airlines
7,4
Good
290 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 412 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

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 OR Tambo to Colombo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is Singapore Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as R17 720 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Qatar Airways and Emirates, starting at R19 767 and R19 930 round-trip.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights have a stopover in Doha most of the time. Dubai sees the next most stopovers on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Dubai?

    If you're on a stopover in Dubai and looking for things to do, consider visiting Dubai Mall, LEGOLAND Dubai, or Gold Souq. Travellers on a stopover in Dubai can visit Dubai Mall, LEGOLAND Dubai, and Gold Souq, by travelling 10,5 km, 51,6 km, and 6,8 km, respectively after landing at Dubai Intl. Travellers can rent a car at Dubai Intl for an average daily rate of R423 to make sightseeing during their stopover a little easier.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights?

    Flights departing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and landing in Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport stopover in Malé least frequently.

  • Can I find deals for flights from OR Tambo to Colombo that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to Colombo?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from OR Tambo to Colombo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of R722). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R898). 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 5 airlines flying from OR Tambo to Colombo

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo 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 19 December 2024.
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR12 043AverageR13 015FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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EmiratesCheapestR12 497AverageR13 403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 603AverageR13 967FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR15 670AverageR19 452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR19 472AverageR20 561FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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