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Cheapest return flight
R13 532
Typical prices: R13 641-R16 539
Qatar Airways
Sat 3/11Sat 10/11
CPT - CMB • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R8 437
Typical prices: R7 223-R10 787
Qatar Airways
Wed 28/2
CPT - CMB • 1 stop
When to book
16 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 16 weeks in advance save around 15% compared to booking last minute.
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October
Cheapest • 11% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Doha Hamad Intl (DOH)
Cheapest • Avg R14 682 (return)
Dubai Intl (DXB)
Shortest trip • 17h 11m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Bandaranaike Intl (CPT-CMB)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Cape Town to Bandaranaike Intl

Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10
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12:35 - 19:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
27h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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3:25 - 17:25CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R13 532Qatar Airways
Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 27
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13:15 - 9:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
16h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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19:30 - 17:25CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R13 565Qatar Airways
Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 27
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20:00 - 19:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
19h 45m1 stop Dubai Intl
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20:15 - 16:45CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 00m2 stops Male Dubai Intl
R15 139Emirates
Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 27
Emirates Logo
18:25 - 18:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
20h 35m2 stops Dubai Intl Male
Emirates Logo
20:15 - 18:00CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 15m2 stops Male Dubai Intl
R15 139Emirates
Sat, Dec 19 - Fri, Feb 5
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13:50 - 23:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
30h 30m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Dubai Intl
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18:40 - 14:10CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 00m2 stops Dubai Intl Addis Ababa Bole
R16 794Ethiopian Air
Thu, Dec 24 - Wed, Feb 24
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 23:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
30h 30m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Dubai Intl
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18:40 - 14:10CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 00m2 stops Dubai Intl Addis Ababa Bole
R16 826Ethiopian Air
Mon, Jan 25 - Sun, Feb 14
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0:55 - 7:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
27h 20m1 stop Istanbul
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9:15 - 23:00CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
41h 15m1 stop Istanbul
R17 021Turkish Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 27
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:20 - 5:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
18h 50m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
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17:10 - 23:35CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
33h 55m3 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
R17 264Multiple Airlines
Sun, Jan 31 - Tue, Feb 16
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10:40 - 23:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
33h 20m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Singapore Changi
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0:45 - 9:25CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
36h 10m2 stops Singapore Changi Johannesburg OR Tambo
R20 234Singapore Airlines
Sun, Jan 31 - Mon, Feb 15
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10:40 - 23:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
33h 20m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Singapore Changi
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0:45 - 9:25CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
36h 10m2 stops Singapore Changi Johannesburg OR Tambo
R20 234Singapore Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights

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How much is a return flight from Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Return flights from Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport start at R13 532. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from R13 641 to R16 539. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R13 532 on Qatar Airways.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport and is 6% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 10% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

•October is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport at R13 289 return.
•December (R16 875) and February (R16 372) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 26% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport are cheapest 16 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 15% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

R8 437
Best time to beat the crowds (7% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 4% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Cape Town to Bandaranaike Intl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cape Town to Bandaranaike Intl based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    There are currently no direct flights available from Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. Flights with 1 stopover take between 17h 11m and 32h 38m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight?

    Return flights from Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport range from R13 641 to R16 539, with an average of R14 884 over the past 12 months. Anything below R13 641 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 0% above the route average of R14 884. Book 16 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about R13 532 to R27 146. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R9 783, which is 8% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (CMB)?

    Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (CMB) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R339 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Ace
    • AcaRent
    • Xdrive Mobility
    • SR RENT A CAR

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Flights from Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport usually depart from Cape Town Intl (CPT) and arrive at Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 72% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 27% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 1% of one-stop connections

    Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 15% on the Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at R14 116 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R16 469, a difference of R2 353. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Flying via Dubai Intl (DXB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 17h 11m, compared to 19h 00m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) and 32h 38m via Istanbul (IST).

  • What is the time difference between Cape Town and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is 3 hours ahead of Cape Town (India Time vs South Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Monday flights average R14 116 – about R2 353 less than Saturday (14% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 16 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 15% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport trip for October. Fares historically average R13 289 return in that month – typically R3 586 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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