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R13 502+ Cheap flights to Sri Lanka

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— CMB
Mar 26 — Apr 21
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Flights to Sri Lanka in 2025

Find the latest flights to Sri Lanka in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 21 March 2025.

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R13 502

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R13 720
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 31/5-6/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to Colombo
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R12 227 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R7 790 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights to Sri Lanka
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Sri Lanka. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 21 March 2025.

Sat 31/513:55JNB - CMB
1 stop23h 25mQatar Airways
Fri 6/63:35CMB - JNB
1 stop16h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 20/3R13 502
Sun 10/813:45JNB - CMB
1 stop30h 20mSingapore Airlines
Tue 19/80:50CMB - JNB
1 stop21h 15mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 20/3R14 318
Sat 31/513:55JNB - CMB
1 stop23h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 7/617:05CMB - JNB
3 stops21h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/3R17 476
Sun 20/49:50JNB - CMB
1 stop31h 20mEtihad Airways
Tue 6/516:30CMB - JNB
1 stop19h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 20/3R17 930
Sun 20/411:20JNB - CMB
1 stop33h 00mCathay Pacific
Thu 1/51:10CMB - JNB
1 stop34h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 20/3R19 001
Sat 19/48:20JNB - CMB
2 stops41h 05mEthiopian Air
Fri 2/518:25CMB - JNB
2 stops29h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 20/3R19 817

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Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 31/5

13:55-16:50

1 stop23h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 6/6

3:35-16:10

1 stop16h 05m

R13 502

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 10/8

13:45-23:35

1 stop30h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 19/8

0:50-18:35

1 stop21h 15m

R14 318

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 31/5

13:55-16:50

1 stop23h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 7/6

17:05-10:55

3 stops21h 20m

R17 476

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 20/4

9:50-20:40

1 stop31h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 6/5

16:30-8:20

1 stop19h 20m

R17 930

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 20/4

11:20-23:50

1 stop33h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 1/5

1:10-7:40

1 stop34h 00m

R19 001

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 19/4

14:30-4:55

2 stops34h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 3/5

18:25-20:10

2 stops29h 15m

R19 817

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 22/4

22:20-22:10

1 stop20h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 3/5

20:35-16:15

2 stops47h 10m

R19 835

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 10/8

13:45-22:55

2 stops29h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 19/8

0:05-18:35

2 stops22h 00m

R41 721

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 23/4

17:55-5:15

1 stop31h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 6/5

6:45-10:35

1 stop31h 20m

R61 502

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Best time to book a flight to Sri Lanka

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Sri Lanka

How long is the flight to Sri Lanka?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka takes 23 hours 25 minutes. Flights to Sri Lanka from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Sri Lanka?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Users looking for the lowest fares to Sri Lanka should consider flying on Friday evenings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Friday afternoons, when prices are usually at their highest.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Sri Lanka?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka are Qatar Airways, Emirates and Ethiopian Air.

Qatar Airways

Qatar Airways

From R695

Emirates

Emirates

From R707

Ethiopian Air

Ethiopian Air

From R1 087

Singapore Airlines

Singapore Airlines

From R668

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Sri Lanka?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Sri Lanka are Singapore Airlines, Qatar Airways and Emirates.

Rainfall in Sri Lanka by month

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

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

Temperature in Sri Lanka by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Sri Lanka, 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 Sri Lanka

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sri Lanka. 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 Sri Lanka. Reviews last updated 21 March 2025.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 279 reviews
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Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 279 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 279 reviews
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Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 193 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 279 reviews
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Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles
Cathay Pacific
7,5
Good
832 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 279 reviews
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Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 539 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 279 reviews
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Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles
Etihad Airways
7,4
Good
1 178 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 279 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles

FAQs about flying to Sri Lanka

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Sri Lanka 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 Sri Lanka on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Sri Lanka?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Singapore Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Sri Lanka.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Sri Lanka?

    Colombo Bandaranaike Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Sri Lanka. One-way flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl typically cost R1 583, while return flights cost around R5 284.

  • How much is a return flight to Sri Lanka?

    A return flight to Sri Lanka will typically cost around R312, however they can be found for as little as R291.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Sri Lanka depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Sri Lanka, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (23 hours 25 minutes).

  • Does Colombo Bandaranaike Intl have car hire?

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

  • Are there hotels close to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl?

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

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