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Flight deals from Cape Town to Colombo

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Cape Town Airport to Colombo? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from C$1,219. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Colombo.C$627 per passenger.Departing Fri., May 22.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cape Town on Fri., May 22, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$627, select.
Colombo.C$641 per passenger.Departing Thu., Jun. 11.One-way flight with Air Tanzania.Outbound indirect flight with Air Tanzania, departs from Cape Town on Thu., Jun. 11, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$641, select.
Colombo.C$644 per passenger.Departing Tue., Nov. 3.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cape Town on Tue., Nov. 3, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$644, select.
Colombo.C$649 per passenger.Departing Tue., Sep. 1.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cape Town on Tue., Sep. 1, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$649, select.
Colombo.C$726 per passenger.Departing Wed., Mar. 3.One-way flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Wed., Mar. 3, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$726, select.
Colombo.C$727 per passenger.Departing Fri., Jan. 22.One-way flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Fri., Jan. 22, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$727, select.
Colombo.C$727 per passenger.Departing Tue., Feb. 2.One-way flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Tue., Feb. 2, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$727, select.
Colombo.C$727 per passenger.Departing Fri., Oct. 23.One-way flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Fri., Oct. 23, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$727, select.
Colombo.C$789 per passenger.Departing Thu., Aug. 6.One-way flight with Air Tanzania.Outbound indirect flight with Air Tanzania, departs from Cape Town on Thu., Aug. 6, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$789, select.
Colombo.C$830 per passenger.Departing Fri., Apr. 24.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cape Town on Fri., Apr. 24, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$830, select.
Colombo.C$842 per passenger.Departing Mon., Dec. 28.One-way flight with FlySafair.Outbound indirect flight with FlySafair, departs from Cape Town on Mon., Dec. 28, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$842, select.
Colombo.C$877 per passenger.Departing Fri., Jul. 3.One-way flight with Airlink.Outbound indirect flight with Airlink, departs from Cape Town on Fri., Jul. 3, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$877, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Colombo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cape Town to Colombo flights are currently cheapest in May.
Apr.
from C$830
May
from C$627
Jun.
from C$641
Jul.
from C$877
Aug.
from C$789
Sep.
from C$649
Oct.
from C$727
Nov.
from C$644
Dec.
from C$842
Jan.
from C$727
Feb.
from C$727
Mar.
from C$726

Alternative Cape Town to Colombo routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Cape Town to Colombo? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Kelaniya

10km from central Colombo
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Colombo Ratmalana

13km from central Colombo
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Colombo Bandaranayake

27km from central Colombo
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Bentota River

52km from central Colombo
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Katugastota

72km from central Colombo
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Cape Town to Colombo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$627
Cheapest month to flyMay

Finding cheap flights from Cape Town to Colombo: Frequently asked questions

There are 5 airports in Colombo: Kelaniya, Colombo Ratmalana, Colombo Bandaranayake, Bentota River, and Katugastota.
The best price we found for a return flight from Cape Town to Colombo is C$1,155. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Cape Town to Colombo. But we found flights with one or more stops from C$1,155.
As of April 2026, there are no flights flying from Cape Town to Colombo.
The cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Colombo is usually February.
If you're flying from Cape Town Airport, the cheapest airport near Colombo is Colombo Bandaranayake – which is 27.5 km away from the centre of Colombo. We've found flights into this airport from C$1,155.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cape Town Airport to Colombo on Sunday, February 7, 2027.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Cape Town Airport and Colombo. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Colombo but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Colombo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 28°C. May is typically the warmest month in Colombo, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 25°C. The rainiest month is November.
Currently, Singapore Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Colombo.

Travelling from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Colombo: what you need to know

  • Colombo is 3 hours 30 minutes ahead of Cape Town, where Cape Town International Airport is located. Colombo operates on the UTC+5:30 timezone.

  • Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from CPT to Colombo. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Flying during a peak time such as June? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • We make it a breeze to book a flight from CPT to Colombo that includes a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:

    • Dubai Airport (DXB)

    • Hamad International Airport (DOH)

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • When travelling to Sri Lanka for tourism purposes, you will need an e-visa if you have a passport from South Africa. However, visa rules can change and you may need other documents depending on the purpose and duration of your stay. Always check the most recent guidelines before you book your cheap ticket from Cape Town International Airport to Colombo.

  • To get to CPT from central Cape Town, it takes around 21 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Searching for a convenient hotel close to CPT? If you're boarding an early flight from Cape Town International Airport to Colombo, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:

How to find the cheapest flights from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Colombo

  • C$627 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Cape Town International Airport to Colombo. A return flight starts from C$1,155. These fares may change based on demand and availability.

  • To get your hands on cheap tickets from CPT to Colombo, book early. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.

  • The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from Cape Town International Airport to Colombo across the month. It's the best way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.

  • Sign into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you straight away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you the hassle of searching for cheap tickets from CPT to Colombo every day.

  • Play around with the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Cape Town International Airport to Colombo, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.

Airports in Colombo

Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)

  • Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) to central Colombo is roughly 16 kilometres. It takes about 39 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • It typically takes 1 hour and 16 minutes to get there using public transport.

  • Consider booking a hotel near RML if you're taking a late flight from Cape Town International Airport to Colombo. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • Once your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Colombo has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in about 39 minutes by car. Central Colombo is roughly 32 kilometres from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB).

  • If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 1 hour and 31 minutes.

  • There are some great places ready to welcome you near CMB. Settle in and get cozy after your flight from CPT to Colombo at any of these well-located options:

Best time to go to Colombo

  • Carefully consider your trip dates before scheduling your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Colombo. The city buzzes during high season, but prices are usually higher and major attractions can be busy. Go to Colombo in the off-season if you prefer a more relaxed vibe.

  • The warmest month in Colombo is March, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Cape Town International Airport to Colombo in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • January sees average temperatures of between 22ºC and 32ºC. Look for cheap flights from CPT to Colombo sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about Colombo

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Colombo right here. Explore these hotels after you've booked your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Colombo:

  • All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Gangaramaya Temple, Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall and Viharamahadevi Park are attractions you won't want to skip in Colombo.

Complete your Colombo trip with a car rental

  • We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Cape Town International Airport to Colombo to track down incredible deals on car rentals. Search for your ride in seconds and easily compare your options. Plus you'll find all the info on car rentals in Colombo, from the most popular rental company to the average daily price.

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