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R13 053+ Cheap flights to Sri Lanka

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Jun 12 — Jun 191
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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 7 June 2025.

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R13 053

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R16 196
21/7-28/7
  • 21/7-28/7
  • 4 total stops
  • 70h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Colombo
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R15 179 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R7 943 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 7 June 2025.

Mon 21/79:50JNB - CMB
2 stops33h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 28/723:40CMB - JNB
2 stops36h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6R13 053
Mon 9/613:55JNB - CMB
1 stop23h 25mQatar Airways
Mon 16/620:20CMB - JNB
1 stop23h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/6R13 603
Thu 12/69:50JNB - CMB
1 stop31h 20mEtihad Airways
Thu 19/64:05CMB - JNB
1 stop31h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 6/6R13 727
Mon 21/719:50JNB - CMB
1 stop24h 15mSingapore Airlines
Sun 27/70:50CMB - JNB
1 stop21h 15mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 6/6R14 740
Tue 30/1219:10JNB - CMB
1 stop31h 30mTurkish Airlines
Sun 1/27:40CMB - JNB
1 stop30h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/6R15 645
Mon 9/613:25JNB - CMB
1 stop15h 40mEmirates
Sun 15/62:55CMB - JNB
1 stop21h 25mEmirates
Deal found 4/6R17 190

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Locate flights to Sri Lanka that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 7 June 2025.
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Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 21/7

9:50-23:10

2 stops33h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 28/7

23:40-8:20

2 stops36h 10m

R13 053

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 21/7

19:50-23:35

1 stop24h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 27/7

0:50-18:35

1 stop21h 15m

R14 740

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/10

13:55-16:50

1 stop23h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 11/10

11:25-16:10

1 stop32h 15m

R15 166

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/6

9:50-8:30

1 stop19h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 6/7

9:50-8:20

1 stop26h 00m

R18 380

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 21/7

13:25-18:30

2 stops25h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 28/7

22:05-20:50

1 stop26h 15m

R18 593

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/10

16:50-16:50

2 stops20h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 11/10

20:20-14:20

2 stops21h 30m

R19 517

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 22/7

22:50-4:55

2 stops26h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 29/7

18:25-20:10

2 stops29h 15m

R19 712

JohannesburgColombo

JNB - CMB

JNBCMB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/7

14:30-22:55

3 stops28h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 16/7

1:00-9:35

2 stops36h 05m

R45 640

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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 16 hours 55 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 Sunday afternoons, 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 Singapore Airlines.

Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From R696
Emirates
Emirates
From R720
Singapore Airlines
Singapore Airlines
From R685
Etihad Airways
Etihad Airways
From R780

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 7 June 2025.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 263 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 263 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 263 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 302 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 263 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 585 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 263 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Etihad Airways
7,4
Good
1 211 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 263 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Malaysia Airlines
7,4
Good
262 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 263 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

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 R3 491, while return flights cost around R3 593.

  • How much is a return flight to Sri Lanka?

    A return flight to Sri Lanka will typically cost around R202, however they can be found for as little as R202.

  • 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 (16 hours 55 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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