CPT - CMB

R7 243 Find Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Colombo – Compare and Save

1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Save 29% or more on flights. Compare deals from all over the web.

Never overpay with our price tracking tools.

Filter searches by price, airline and more to find your best flights.

Everything you should know

Cheapest return flight
R13 611
Typical prices: R13 927-R16 962
Qatar Airways
Thu 15/11Mon 3/12
CPT - CMB • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R7 243
Typical prices: R7 744-R11 041
Qatar Airways
Thu 22/11
CPT - CMB • 1 stop
When to book
26 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 11% compared to booking last minute.
Insights
Insights
When to travel
November
Cheapest • 8% price drop
January
Most popular
Good to know
+1
Good to know
+1
Top stopover airports
Doha Hamad Intl (DOH)
Cheapest • Avg R14 966 (return)
Dubai Intl (DXB)
Shortest trip • 17h 10m (one-way)
Insights
Insights
Start a new search
KAYAK searches hundreds of sites at once to find you the best travel deals.
We hope you enjoy your trip to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport!
Flight Deals
Booking Insights
Flight Deals

Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Bandaranaike Intl (CPT-CMB)

 
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals from Cape Town to Bandaranaike Intl

Sun, Nov 15 - Thu, Dec 3
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 - 16:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
24h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
3:25 - 17:25CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R13 611Qatar Airways
Mon, Feb 1 - Tue, Feb 16
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 - 9:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
17h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
3:25 - 17:25CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R13 677Qatar Airways
Sat, Jan 16 - Wed, Feb 3
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 - 16:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
24h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
11:15 - 10:30CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R14 617Qatar Airways
Sun, Nov 15 - Fri, Dec 4
Emirates Logo
18:30 - 18:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
20h 25m2 stops Dubai Intl Male
Emirates Logo
20:15 - 16:45CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 00m2 stops Male Dubai Intl
R15 640Emirates
Sun, Nov 15 - Fri, Dec 4
Emirates Logo
20:00 - 15:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
16h 25m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
20:15 - 16:45CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 00m2 stops Male Dubai Intl
R15 640Emirates
Mon, Feb 1 - Wed, Feb 17
Emirates Logo
18:30 - 18:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
20h 25m2 stops Dubai Intl Male
Emirates Logo
21:45 - 11:35CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 20m1 stop Dubai Intl
R15 739Emirates
Thu, Feb 11 - Mon, Feb 15
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 - 8:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
16h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
11:15 - 10:30CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R16 514Qatar Airways
Mon, Dec 21 - Thu, Dec 31
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 23:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
30h 30m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Dubai Intl
Ethiopian Air Logo
18:40 - 14:10CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 00m2 stops Dubai Intl Addis Ababa Bole
R17 356Ethiopian Air
Thu, Feb 11 - Mon, Feb 15
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 23:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
30h 30m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Dubai Intl
Ethiopian Air Logo
18:40 - 14:10CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 00m2 stops Dubai Intl Addis Ababa Bole
R17 471Ethiopian Air
Thu, Feb 11 - Mon, Feb 15
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 23:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
30h 30m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Dubai Intl
Ethiopian Air Logo
18:40 - 14:10CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 00m2 stops Dubai Intl Addis Ababa Bole
R17 504Ethiopian Air
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

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

Return flights from Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport typically range from R13 927 to R16 962. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R13 611 on Qatar Airways.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. It’s 3% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 10% higher.

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

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport at R13 924 return.
•December (R17 818) and February (R16 745) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 27% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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

Flights from Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 11% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Find deals

Key details for Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

R7 243
Beat the crowds with an average 49% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 72% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight 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.
Estimated return price

Your Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • 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 10m 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 927 to R16 962, with an average of R15 101 over the past 12 months. Anything below R13 927 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 two weeks of departure) run 1% above the R15 101 route average. Book 26 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 611 to R82 682. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x 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 lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R8 518, which is 13% below 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 R347 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • GREEN MOTION
    • Xdrive Mobility
    • Ace
    • AcaRent
    • 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

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 12% on flights from Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at R14 749 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R16 745, a difference of R1 996.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three 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 10m, compared to 18h 59m 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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Wednesday flights average R14 749, about R1 996 less than Saturday fares (12% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 11% 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 November. Fares historically average R13 924 return in that month – typically R3 894 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

More options for your flight from Cape Town to Bandaranaike Intl

Complete your trip to Colombo with a hotel stay or car hire

Car hire in Colombo
Hotels in Colombo