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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 RM3,505. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Colombo.RM1,642 per passenger.Departing Fri, 22 May.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cape Town on Fri, 22 May, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,642, select.
Colombo.RM1,852 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Nov.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 3 Nov, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,852, select.
Colombo.RM1,865 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Sep.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,865, select.
Colombo.RM2,077 per passenger.Departing Fri, 3 Jul.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cape Town on Fri, 3 Jul, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,077, select.
Colombo.RM2,087 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Mar.One-way flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Wed, 3 Mar, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,087, select.
Colombo.RM2,089 per passenger.Departing Fri, 22 Jan.One-way flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Fri, 22 Jan, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,089, select.
Colombo.RM2,089 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Feb.One-way flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 2 Feb, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,089, select.
Colombo.RM2,091 per passenger.Departing Fri, 23 Oct.One-way flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Fri, 23 Oct, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,091, select.
Colombo.RM2,194 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Jun.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 16 Jun, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,194, select.
Colombo.RM2,384 per passenger.Departing Thu, 23 Apr.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cape Town on Thu, 23 Apr, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,384, select.
Colombo.RM2,405 per passenger.Departing Thu, 6 Aug.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cape Town on Thu, 6 Aug, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,405, select.
Colombo.RM2,559 per passenger.Departing Thu, 31 Dec.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cape Town on Thu, 31 Dec, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,559, 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 RM2,384
May
from RM1,642
Jun
from RM2,194
Jul
from RM2,077
Aug
from RM2,405
Sep
from RM1,865
Oct
from RM2,091
Nov
from RM1,852
Dec
from RM2,559
Jan
from RM2,089
Feb
from RM2,089
Mar
from RM2,087

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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from RM1,642
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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 foundRM1,642
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 RM3,319. 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 RM3,319.
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 RM3,319.
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, 7 February 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.

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

  • The timezone in Colombo is UTC+5:30. The city is three hours 30 minutes ahead of Cape Town, where Cape Town International Airport is located.

  • To avoid rushing for your CPT to Colombo flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • During popular months like June, it's wise to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.

  • Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even tick off a new city. When browsing for plane tickets from CPT to Colombo, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Dubai Airport (DXB)

    • Hamad International Airport (DOH)

  • To get to CPT from central Cape Town, it takes around 20 minutes if you're going by car. It's roughly 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Want a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near CPT. Whether you have an early flight from Cape Town International Airport to Colombo or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are a convenient choice:

  • Cape Town International Airport maintains a solid on-time performance, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from CPT make it to their destination as scheduled 81.65% of the time.

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

  • RM1,642 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Cape Town International Airport to Colombo flight. A round-trip ticket right now is RM3,319. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.

  • Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from CPT to Colombo if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Cape Town International Airport to Colombo across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.

  • Finding a cheap flight from CPT to Colombo is easy with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic notifications and we'll let you know as soon as a deal gets even better.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Cape Town International Airport to Colombo.

Airports in Colombo

Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)

  • The distance from Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) to central Colombo is roughly 16 kilometres. It'll take you about 40 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • It takes around 1 hour 15 minutes to get there by public transport.

  • Look into staying at a hotel near RML if you're coming in on a late flight from Cape Town International Airport to Colombo. Settle into one of these options and make arrival day easier:

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is about 32 kilometres from central Colombo. After your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Colombo, it'll take you around 40 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.

  • If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre takes 1 hour 30 minutes or so.

  • You'll find some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near CMB. Settle in and get cosy after your CPT to Colombo flight at one of these perfectly located options:

  • The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion or Sixt and be off and running.

  • Call dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from CMB two weeks ahead of time often means lower prices and a wider choice of vehicles.

Best time to go to Colombo

  • Carefully consider your trip dates before securing your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Colombo. The city buzzes in high season, but hotel rates are generally higher and attractions can be crowded. Visit Colombo in the off-season if you want a more relaxed vibe.

  • Lock in a Cape Town International Airport to Colombo flight ticket with a departure in March to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from CPT to Colombo in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) on average.

More about Colombo

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Colombo right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Colombo:

  • There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall, Gangaramaya Temple and Viharamahadevi Park are major attractions which should be on any good Colombo itinerary.

Explore more of Sri Lanka

  • Colombo will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Sri Lanka waiting to be discovered. About 306 kilometres north of Colombo, a visit to Jaffna will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library.

  • Around 241 kilometres north-east of Colombo, Trincomalee is another essential stop in Sri Lanka. Experience major highlights starting with Koneswaram Temple, Fort Frederick and Marble Beach.

Plan the rest of your trip from Cape Town to Colombo

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.