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Cheapest return flight
R13 343
Typical prices: R14 028-R17 084
Qatar Airways
Sat 17/11Sat 24/11
CPT - CMB • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R7 611
Typical prices: R7 799-R11 121
Qatar Airways
Sat 27/1
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.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 8% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Doha Hamad Intl (DOH)
Cheapest • Avg R15 073 (return)
Dubai Intl (DXB)
Shortest trip • 17h 10m (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 17 - Tue, Nov 24
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12:35 - 2:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
34h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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18:50 - 10:30CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
19h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R13 343Qatar Airways
Thu, Mar 11 - Wed, Mar 17
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12:35 - 8:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
16h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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20:50 - 10:30CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R13 775Qatar Airways
Sun, Nov 8 - Sat, Nov 28
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12:35 - 8:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
16h 40m1 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 875Qatar Airways
Tue, Nov 17 - Tue, Nov 24
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20:00 - 18:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
18h 55m2 stops Dubai Intl Male
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9:55 - 18:00CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
35h 35m1 stop Dubai Intl
R14 955Emirates
Thu, Mar 11 - Wed, Mar 17
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20:00 - 18:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
18h 55m2 stops Dubai Intl Male
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21:45 - 16:45CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 30m1 stop Dubai Intl
R14 955Emirates
Thu, Mar 11 - Wed, Mar 17
Emirates Logo
20:00 - 18:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
18h 55m2 stops Dubai Intl Male
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20:15 - 11:35CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 50m2 stops Male Dubai Intl
R14 955Emirates
Sat, Oct 31 - Sat, Nov 7
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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 - 13:00CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
21h 50m2 stops Dubai Intl Addis Ababa Bole
R17 032Ethiopian Air
Wed, Dec 16 - Thu, Dec 31
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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
R17 082Ethiopian Air
Wed, Jan 27 - Sat, Feb 27
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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 821Singapore Airlines
Sat, Jan 30 - Tue, Feb 23
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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 821Singapore 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 typically range from R14 028 to R17 084. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R13 343 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 R14 025 return.
•December (R17 946) and February (R16 866) 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.

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Key details for Cape Town to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

R7 611
Beat the crowds with an average 87% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 37% 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.
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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 R14 028 to R17 084, with an average of R15 210 over the past 12 months. Anything below R14 028 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 210 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 343 to R35 117. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x 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 864.

  • 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 R350 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 855 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R16 866, a difference of R2 011.

    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 855, about R2 011 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 R14 025 return in that month – typically R3 922 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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