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Cheapest return flight
R13 407
Typical prices: R11 593-R15 677
Multiple Airlines
Fri 12/10Fri 19/10
CMB - JNB • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
R7 897
Typical prices: R7 242-R13 945
Multiple Airlines
Sat 10/2
CMB - JNB • 3 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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August
Cheapest • 26% price drop
March
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Victoria Seychelles Intl (SEZ)
Cheapest • Avg R9 119 (return)
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH)
Shortest trip • 13h 49m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Colombo to Johannesburg (CMB-JNB)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Bandaranaike Intl to OR Tambo

Mon, Oct 12 - Mon, Oct 19
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23:40 - 8:20CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
36h 10m2 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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9:45 - 23:10JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
33h 55m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
R13 407Multiple Airlines
Sun, Dec 6 - Thu, Dec 17
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9:55 - 3:55CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
21h 30m2 stops Dubai Intl Addis Ababa Bole
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14:30 - 18:25JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
24h 25m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Dubai Intl Male
R13 503Multiple Airlines
Sun, Dec 6 - Sun, Dec 13
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9:55 - 3:55CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
21h 30m2 stops Dubai Intl Addis Ababa Bole
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14:30 - 15:55JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
21h 55m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Dubai Intl
R13 743Multiple Airlines
Sun, Dec 6 - Tue, Dec 15
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9:55 - 3:55CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
21h 30m2 stops Dubai Intl Addis Ababa Bole
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14:30 - 18:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
24h 45m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Dubai Intl
R13 775Multiple Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 12
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18:40 - 3:55CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
36h 45m2 stops Dubai Intl Addis Ababa Bole
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23:00 - 5:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
26h 30m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Dubai Intl
R13 823Ethiopian Air
Mon, Oct 12 - Mon, Oct 19
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10:05 - 3:55CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
21h 20m2 stops Dubai Intl Addis Ababa Bole
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14:30 - 18:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
24h 30m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Dubai Intl Male
R14 000Multiple Airlines
Sun, Dec 6 - Wed, Dec 16
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21:50 - 13:30CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 10m2 stops Dubai Intl Addis Ababa Bole
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14:30 - 18:25JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
24h 25m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Dubai Intl Male
R14 288Multiple Airlines
Sun, Dec 6 - Sat, Dec 12
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18:40 - 13:30CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 20m2 stops Dubai Intl Addis Ababa Bole
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23:00 - 5:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
26h 30m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Dubai Intl
R14 320Ethiopian Air
Sun, Dec 6 - Sun, Dec 13
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9:55 - 3:55CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
21h 30m2 stops Dubai Intl Addis Ababa Bole
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14:30 - 18:25JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
24h 25m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Dubai Intl Male
R14 544Multiple Airlines
Sun, Dec 6 - Thu, Dec 17
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17:00 - 13:30CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
24h 00m3 stops Male Manama Bahrain Intl Addis Ababa Bole
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14:30 - 18:25JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
24h 25m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Dubai Intl Male
R14 560Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

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What is the cheapest airline to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Ethiopian Air (R13 823) offered the cheapest return ticket from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in the last 5 days.

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Key details for Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

R7 897
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 82% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 2% lower on average.
Flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

When to book flights from Bandaranaike Intl to OR Tambo

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

    Flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport usually depart from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB) and arrive at Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB).

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 36% of one-stop connections
    • Victoria Seychelles Intl (SEZ) – 36% of one-stop connections
    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) – 9% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 9% of one-stop connections

    Dubai Intl (DXB) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 61% on the Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at R11 677 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at R29 329, a difference of R17 652. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are Gold Reef City, Eastgate Shopping Centre, and Gallagher Convention Centre. These are among the most viewed places in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    A direct flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport takes 0h 00m, covering 10 758 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo 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 Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo 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 407 to R55 172. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about R9 077.

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

    Flying via Victoria Seychelles Intl (SEZ) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 10h 50m, compared to 13h 49m via Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) and 14h 34m via Dubai Intl (DXB).

  • What is the time difference between Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is 3 hours behind Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (South Africa Time vs India Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which car hire options are available at Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB)?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R109 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Europcar
    • Woodford
    • Alamo
    • Sixt

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight?

    Return flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport range from R11 593 to R15 677, with an average of R11 965 over the past 12 months. Anything below R11 593 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo 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 Friday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Friday flights average R11 677 – about R17 652 less than Sunday (60% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport trip for August. Fares historically average R8 890 return in that month – typically R18 517 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.
    - Southern Sun Or Tambo International Airport
    - Garden Court Or Tambo International Airport
    - Aero Guest Lodge

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