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Cheapest return flight
R13 909
Typical prices: R13 367-R16 407
Qatar Airways
Thu 25/1Thu 1/2
JNB - CMB • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R8 223
Typical prices: R7 190-R10 741
Air Seychelles
Thu 20/12
JNB - CMB • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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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
April
Cheapest • 10% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Singapore Changi (SIN)
Cheapest • Avg R13 661 (return)
Victoria Seychelles Intl (SEZ)
Shortest trip • 12h 20m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Colombo (JNB-CMB)

 
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Recent return flight deals from OR Tambo to Bandaranaike Intl

Mon, Jan 25 - Mon, Feb 1
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20:20 - 16:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
16h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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11:15 - 8:40CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
24h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R13 909Qatar Airways
3+ days ago
Tue, Nov 24 - Mon, Nov 30
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20:20 - 19:20JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
19h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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4:15 - 15:35CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
14h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R13 925Qatar Airways
3+ days ago
Sun, Mar 28 - Mon, Apr 26
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9:45 - 3:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
13h 45m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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21:50 - 8:15CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
13h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R14 716Etihad Airways
3+ days ago
Sun, Feb 28 - Sun, Mar 7
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:50 - 3:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
10h 30m1 stop Victoria Seychelles Intl
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23:15 - 15:50CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
20h 05m2 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
R14 947Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Mon, Jan 25 - Mon, Feb 1
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18:50 - 18:25JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
20h 05m2 stops Dubai Intl Male
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9:55 - 20:30CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
14h 05m1 stop Dubai Intl
R15 095Emirates
3+ days ago
Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1
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22:15 - 18:25JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
16h 40m2 stops Dubai Intl Male
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20:15 - 16:40CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 55m2 stops Male Dubai Intl
R15 095Emirates
3+ days ago
Sun, Dec 6 - Sun, Dec 13
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:45 - 16:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
23h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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14:35 - 13:30CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 25m3 stops Sharjah Manama Bahrain Intl Addis Ababa Bole
R15 557Multiple Airlines
2 days ago
Sun, Mar 28 - Mon, Apr 26
Etihad Airways Logo
9:45 - 3:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
13h 45m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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10:00 - 8:15CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 45m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R15 804Etihad Airways
1 day ago
Mon, Mar 15 - Sun, Mar 28
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23:00 - 5:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
26h 30m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Dubai Intl
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18:30 - 20:10CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
29h 10m2 stops Dubai Intl Addis Ababa Bole
R16 809Ethiopian Air
5 hours ago
Wed, Dec 9 - Wed, Dec 16
Ethiopian Air Logo
23:00 - 5:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
26h 30m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Dubai Intl
Ethiopian Air Logo
18:40 - 20:10CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
29h 00m2 stops Dubai Intl Addis Ababa Bole
R17 007Ethiopian Air
3+ days ago
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights

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

Return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport typically range from R13 367 to R16 407. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R13 909 on Qatar Airways.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. It's 8% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 5% higher.

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

•April is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport at R13 365 return.
•December (R17 617) and May (R15 689) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 31% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

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Beat the crowds with an average 35% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 44% increase in travellers.
One-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

When to book flights from OR Tambo to Bandaranaike Intl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from OR Tambo 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

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

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

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight?

    Return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport range from R13 367 to R16 407, with an average of R14 784 over the past 12 months. Anything below R13 367 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 3% above the R14 784 route average. Book 16 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 909 to R90 156. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R10 962, which is 34% above 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 averaging R708 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Xdrive Mobility
    • GREEN MOTION
    • AcaRent
    • Ace
    • CarWiz

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

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

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

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

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 49% of one-stop connections
    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) – 16% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 14% of one-stop connections
    • Singapore Changi (SIN) – 12% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 12% on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at R13 727 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at R15 557, a difference of R1 829.

    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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Flying via Victoria Seychelles Intl (SEZ) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 12h 20m, compared to 15h 43m via Dubai Intl (DXB) and 16h 04m via Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH).

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

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

Your guide to booking Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average R13 727, which is about R1 829 less than Friday fares (12% 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport trip for April. Fares historically average R13 365 return in that month – typically R4 252 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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