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CMB - JNB

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Cheapest return flight
R13 759
Typical prices: R12 075-R18 150
Ethiopian Air
Sat 17/11Sat 24/11
CMB - JNB • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
R8 259
Typical prices: R7 571-R15 374
Ethiopian Air
Sun 11/2
CMB - JNB • 2 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 • 27% price drop
March
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Victoria Seychelles Intl (SEZ)
Cheapest • Avg R9 460 (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

Tue, Nov 17 - Tue, Nov 24
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18:40 - 20:10CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
29h 00m2 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 759Ethiopian Air
Thu, Nov 19 - Thu, Nov 26
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18:40 - 20:10CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
29h 00m2 stops Dubai Intl Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:30 - 23:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
29h 50m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Dubai Intl
R14 058Ethiopian Air
Thu, Nov 19 - Thu, Nov 26
Multiple Airlines Logo
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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23:00 - 23:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
21h 20m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Dubai Intl
R14 291Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Thu, Nov 26
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:15 - 13:30CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
20h 45m3 stops Male 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 772Multiple Airlines
Tue, Dec 15 - Mon, Dec 28
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:15 - 3:55CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 10m2 stops Dubai Intl Addis Ababa Bole
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23:00 - 23:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
21h 20m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Dubai Intl
R15 121Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Thu, Nov 26
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21:55 - 13:30CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 05m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Addis Ababa Bole
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13:45 - 2:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
33h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R15 420Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 16 - Sat, Nov 28
Ethiopian Air Logo
18:40 - 13:30CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 20m2 stops Dubai Intl Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
23:00 - 23:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
21h 20m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Dubai Intl
R15 454Ethiopian Air
Tue, Nov 17 - Tue, Nov 24
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:15 - 13:30CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
20h 45m3 stops Male Dubai Intl Addis Ababa Bole
Multiple Airlines Logo
23:00 - 23:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
21h 20m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Dubai Intl
R15 603Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 17 - Tue, Nov 24
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:40 - 13:30CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 20m2 stops Dubai Intl Addis Ababa Bole
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:20 - 2:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
26h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R15 636Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Thu, Nov 26
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19:30 - 15:35CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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20:20 - 16:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
16h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R15 936Qatar Airways
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

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How much is a return flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Return flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport typically range from R12 075 to R18 150. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R13 759 on Ethiopian Air.

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

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

R8 259
Beat the crowds with an average 68% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 29% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight 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 answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • 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.

  • 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 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.

  • 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 R12 075 to R18 150, with an average of R12 635 over the past 12 months. Anything below R12 075 counts as a good deal.

  • 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 759 to R43 852. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x 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 lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R8 440, which is 9% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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 R72 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • GREEN MOTION
    • Woodford
    • Europcar
    • Sixt
    • Budget

  • 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 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:

    • Victoria Seychelles Intl (SEZ) – 36% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 27% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 18% of one-stop connections
    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) – 9% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 61% on flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Friday is the cheapest departure day at R12 114 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at R30 425, a difference of R18 312.

    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 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 38m 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.

  • 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, Gallagher Convention Centre, and Sandton Convention Centre. These are among the most viewed places in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport on KAYAK.

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 and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Friday flights average R12 114, about R18 312 less than Sunday fares (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 R9 222 return in that month – typically R19 209 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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