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Cheapest return flight
R14 224
Typical prices: R13 466-R16 327
Qatar Airways
Thu 29/11Wed 12/12
CPT - CMB • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R7 785
Typical prices: R7 131-R10 649
Qatar Airways
Fri 12/1
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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When to travel
October
Cheapest • 11% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Doha Hamad Intl (DOH)
Cheapest • Avg R14 494 (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

Sun, Nov 29 - Sat, Dec 12
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19:25 - 16:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
17h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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10:15 - 17:25CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
34h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R14 224Qatar Airways
Tue, Feb 2 - Sat, Feb 13
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12:35 - 9:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
17h 40m1 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
R14 801Qatar Airways
Mon, Dec 7 - Sat, Dec 19
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12:35 - 9:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
17h 40m1 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
R14 833Qatar Airways
Tue, Feb 2 - Sat, Feb 13
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13:40 - 18:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
25h 15m2 stops Dubai Intl Male
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21:50 - 11:40CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 20m1 stop Dubai Intl
R14 913Emirates
Tue, Feb 2 - Sat, Feb 13
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13:50 - 5:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
35h 40m2 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 402Ethiopian Air
Thu, Nov 5 - Sun, Nov 8
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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 963Ethiopian Air
Thu, Nov 5 - Sun, Nov 8
Emirates Logo
18:30 - 18:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
20h 25m2 stops Dubai Intl Male
Emirates Logo
21:50 - 18:00CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 40m1 stop Dubai Intl
R17 764Emirates
Thu, Nov 5 - Sun, Nov 8
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18:30 - 18:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
20h 25m2 stops Dubai Intl Male
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21:50 - 18:00CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 40m1 stop Dubai Intl
R17 780Emirates
Tue, Feb 2 - Sat, Feb 13
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13:50 - 18:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
25h 05m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Dubai Intl Male
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18:40 - 14:10CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 00m2 stops Dubai Intl Addis Ababa Bole
R18 276Multiple Airlines
Mon, Dec 7 - Sat, Dec 19
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12:35 - 9:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
17h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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18:40 - 13:00CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
45h 50m2 stops Dubai Intl Addis Ababa Bole
R19 141Multiple 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 R14 224. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from R13 466 to R16 327. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R14 224 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 119 return.
  • December (R16 659) and February (R16 162) 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

R7 785
Best time to beat the crowds (7% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 4% lower on average.
Flights from Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

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 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 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

  • 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 R13 936 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R16 258, a difference of R2 323. 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 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 693. Book 16 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • 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.

  • 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 R14 224 to R95 899. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x 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 in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about R9 310.

  • 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.

  • 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 R335 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · GREEN MOTION
    · Ace
    · AcaRent
    · Xdrive Mobility
    · SR RENT A CAR

  • 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 466 to R16 327, with an average of R14 693 over the past 12 months. Anything below R13 466 counts as a good deal.

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 R13 936 – about R2 323 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 119 return in that month – typically R3 540 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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