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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Johannesburg to Colombo? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Colombo.R 6,788 per passenger.Departing Wed, 22 Apr.One-way flight with Uganda Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Uganda Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, 22 Apr, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,788, select.
Colombo.R 6,883 per passenger.Departing Fri, 13 Mar.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Fri, 13 Mar, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,883, select.
Colombo.R 7,055 per passenger.Departing Sat, 23 May.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sat, 23 May, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,055, select.
Colombo.R 7,111 per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Feb.One-way flight with Uganda Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Uganda Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, 18 Feb, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,111, select.
Colombo.R 7,605 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 Aug.One-way flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sat, 1 Aug, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,605, select.
Colombo.R 7,624 per passenger.Departing Wed, 7 Oct.One-way flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, 7 Oct, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,624, select.
Colombo.R 7,681 per passenger.Departing Sun, 10 Jan.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sun, 10 Jan, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,681, select.
Colombo.R 7,719 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Jul.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, 1 Jul, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,719, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg to Colombo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Johannesburg to Colombo flights are currently cheapest in April.
Feb
from R 7,111
Mar
from R 6,883
Apr
from R 6,788
May
from R 7,055
Jun
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Jul
from R 7,719
Aug
from R 7,605
Sep
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Oct
from R 7,624
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Jan
from R 7,681

Alternative Johannesburg to Colombo routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Johannesburg to Colombo? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Kelaniya

10km from central Colombo
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Colombo Ratmalana

13km from central Colombo
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Colombo Bandaranayake

27km from central Colombo
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Bentota River

52km from central Colombo
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Katugastota

72km from central Colombo
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Johannesburg to Colombo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 6,788
Cheapest month to flyApril

Finding cheap flights from Johannesburg to Colombo: Frequently asked questions

There are 5 airports in Colombo: Kelaniya, Colombo Ratmalana, Colombo Bandaranayake, Bentota River, and Katugastota.
The best price we found for a return flight from Johannesburg to Colombo is R 11,353. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Johannesburg to Colombo. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 11,353.
As of February 2026, there are no flights flying from Johannesburg to Colombo.
The cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg to Colombo is usually March.
If you're flying from Johannesburg, the cheapest airport near Colombo is Colombo Bandaranayake – which is 27.5 km away from the centre of Colombo. We've found flights into this airport from R 11,353.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Johannesburg to Colombo on Thursday, 5 March 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Johannesburg and Colombo. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Colombo but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Colombo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In February, the average temperature is usually around 27°C. May is typically the warmest month in Colombo, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 25°C. The rainiest month is November.
The cheapest airline that flies to Colombo is Qatar Airways .

Travelling from Johannesburg to Colombo: what you need to know

  • Johannesburg's main base, O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), is where countless incredible trips begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Johannesburg to Colombo.

  • Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is where you'll be landing in Colombo.

  • Colombo's timezone is UTC+5:30, which makes Colombo three hours 30 minutes ahead of Johannesburg.

  • Give yourself enough time to get on your Johannesburg to Colombo flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during high season in general.

How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Colombo

  • To find cheap Johannesburg to Colombo flights, book as early as possible. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest plane tickets from Johannesburg to Colombo across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.

  • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from Johannesburg to Colombo by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' Johannesburg to Colombo flights.

Flying from Johannesburg

O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

  • We make it a breeze to find a Johannesburg to Colombo flight with a stopover. To see all the options leaving from O.R. Tambo International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers include:

    • Dubai Airport (DXB)

    • Hamad International Airport (DOH)

    • Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)

  • JNB is about 23 kilometres from central Johannesburg. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from Johannesburg to Colombo? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near O.R. Tambo International Airport:

  • When it comes to O.R. Tambo International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77.1% of flights complete their journey on time.

Arriving in Colombo

Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)

  • Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) is approximately 13 kilometres from central Colombo. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 40 minutes.

  • It typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.

  • The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Johannesburg to Colombo. Book one of these accommodation options near RML instead:

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • Once your flight from Johannesburg to Colombo has arrived, you can get to the city centre in about 40 minutes by car. Central Colombo is roughly 27 kilometres from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB).

  • If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 1 hour 30 minutes or so.

  • Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion and Sixt make collecting a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car easy and quick. These companies are located around or in the terminal and will have you on the road before long.

  • Avoid last-minute price surges. Booking your ride two weeks before your arrival at CMB will help you save.

Best time to go to Colombo

  • Plan your trip to Johannesburg in high season if you like a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Johannesburg to Johannesburg in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.

  • The warmest month in Colombo is March, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your Johannesburg to Colombo ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.

  • January has average temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Search for cheap flights from Johannesburg to Colombo around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

More about Colombo

  • Start your Colombo trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Johannesburg to Colombo, check out our range of hotels including:

  • Gangaramaya Temple and Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall are just two of the major attractions to add to your Colombo must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Viharamahadevi Park.

Explore more of Sri Lanka

  • You've seen Colombo, now it's time to discover more of Sri Lanka. Travel about 18 kilometres south to Moratuwa to tick off its must-visit sights. From Boat House to Angulana Beach and Dilmah Conservation One Earth Arboretum, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.

  • Jaffna is another favourite destination in Sri Lanka and is around 306 kilometres north of Colombo. No trip is complete without seeing Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library.

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