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USD 663 USD 6,800

Duration

15 h 15 m 38 h 0 m

Stops From Cape Town

Departure From Cape Town

Before 6 AM

USD 985

6 AM - 12 PM

USD 761

12 PM - 6 PM

USD 663

After 6 PM

USD 897

Arrival at Colombo

Before 6 AM

USD 698

6 AM - 12 PM

USD 816

12 PM - 6 PM

USD 720

After 6 PM

USD 663

Alliances & Airlines

Oneworld

( 41 )

SkyTeam

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Star Alliance

( 14 )

+ 8 more

Layover Airports

+ 5 more

Layover Duration

1 h 35 m 24 h 0 m

Cape Town (CPT) to Colombo (CMB) Cheap Flights

Book Cape Town to Colombo cheap flight tickets ✈ at lowest price. Get best deals on your upcoming Cape Town (CPT)to Colombo (CMB) flights only on MakeMyTrip. Also Book Colombo to Cape Town Cheap Flights. Currently 48 flights flying from Cape Town to Colombo. To save maximum on flight booking click on below Fare Calendar button and choose your dates.

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Ethiopian Airlines, Srilankan Airlines

USD 663

Re Check-in of Baggage required

Cape Town to Colombo , 16 Mar

Ethiopian Airlines ET | 844

13:50

Sun, 16 Mar 25

Cape Town, South Africa

06 h 25 m

21:15

Sun, 16 Mar 25

Terminal T2

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

Ethiopian Airlines ET | 610

23:05

Sun, 16 Mar 25

Terminal T2

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

05 h 40 m

07:15

Mon, 17 Mar 25

Terminal T2

Mumbai, India

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

Srilankan Airlines UL | 144

20:45

Mon, 17 Mar 25

Terminal T2

Mumbai, India

02 h 30 m

23:15

Mon, 17 Mar 25

Colombo, Sri Lanka

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

FARES
Cabin bag Check-in Cancellation Date Change

Fare Option 1

Fare offered by airlines.

7 kg
46 kg (2 Pc.)
Cancellation Fee starting
USD 200
Date Change Fee starting
USD 150

USD 663

Srilankan Airlines

USD 698

Cape Town to Colombo , 16 Mar

Srilankan Airlines UL | 3058 | Operated By Qatar Airways

12:35

Sun, 16 Mar 25

Cape Town, South Africa

09 h 30 m

23:05

Sun, 16 Mar 25

Doha, Qatar

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

Srilankan Airlines UL | 218

22:40

Mon, 17 Mar 25

Doha, Qatar

04 h 35 m

05:45

Tue, 18 Mar 25

Colombo, Sri Lanka

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

FARES
Cabin bag Check-in Cancellation Date Change

Fare Option 1

Fare offered by airline.

7 kg
30 kg
Cancellation Fee starting
USD 120
Date Change Fee starting
USD 110

USD 698

Ethiopian Airlines, Air India

USD 720

Re Check-in of Baggage required

Cape Town to Colombo , 16 Mar

Ethiopian Airlines ET | 844

13:50

Sun, 16 Mar 25

Cape Town, South Africa

06 h 25 m

21:15

Sun, 16 Mar 25

Terminal T2

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

Ethiopian Airlines ET | 610

23:05

Sun, 16 Mar 25

Terminal T2

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

05 h 40 m

07:15

Mon, 17 Mar 25

Terminal T2

Mumbai, India

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

Air India AI | 276

12:25

Mon, 17 Mar 25

Terminal T2

Mumbai, India

02 h 35 m

15:00

Mon, 17 Mar 25

Colombo, Sri Lanka

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

FARES
Cabin bag Check-in Cancellation Date Change

Eco value

Fare offered by airlines.

7 kg
46 kg (2 Pc.)
Cancellation Fee starting
USD 200
Date Change Fee starting
USD 150

USD 720

Qatar Airways, Srilankan Airlines

USD 761

Re Check-in of Baggage required

Cape Town to Colombo , 16 Mar

Qatar Airways QR | 5676 | Operated By South African Airlink

06:50

Sun, 16 Mar 25

Cape Town, South Africa

02 h 05 m

08:55

Sun, 16 Mar 25

Terminal B

Johannesburg, South Africa

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

Qatar Airways QR | 1364

13:20

Sun, 16 Mar 25

Terminal A

Johannesburg, South Africa

08 h 25 m

22:45

Sun, 16 Mar 25

Doha, Qatar

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

Qatar Airways QR | 4784 | Operated By IndiGo

02:10

Mon, 17 Mar 25

Doha, Qatar

03 h 25 m

08:05

Mon, 17 Mar 25

Terminal T2

Mumbai, India

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

Srilankan Airlines UL | 144

20:45

Mon, 17 Mar 25

Terminal T2

Mumbai, India

02 h 30 m

23:15

Mon, 17 Mar 25

Colombo, Sri Lanka

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

FARES
Cabin bag Check-in Cancellation Date Change Seat Meal

Economy classic

Fare offered by airlines.

7 kg
46 kg (2 Pc.)
Cancellation Fee starting
USD 155
Date Change Fee starting
USD 85
Chargeable
Complimentary meals (No meal will be served if flight duration is less than 2 hours)

USD 761

Qatar Airways

USD 780

Cape Town to Colombo , 16 Mar

Qatar Airways QR | 5676 | Operated By South African Airlink

06:50

Sun, 16 Mar 25

Cape Town, South Africa

02 h 05 m

08:55

Sun, 16 Mar 25

Terminal B

Johannesburg, South Africa

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

Qatar Airways QR | 1364

13:20

Sun, 16 Mar 25

Terminal A

Johannesburg, South Africa

08 h 25 m

22:45

Sun, 16 Mar 25

Doha, Qatar

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

Qatar Airways QR | 654

09:20

Mon, 17 Mar 25

Doha, Qatar

04 h 40 m

16:30

Mon, 17 Mar 25

Colombo, Sri Lanka

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

FARES
Cabin bag Check-in Cancellation Date Change Seat Meal

Economy classic

Fare offered by airline.

7 kg
46 kg (2 Pc.)
Cancellation Fee starting
USD 155
Date Change Fee starting
USD 85
Chargeable
Complimentary meals (No meal will be served if flight duration is less than 2 hours)

USD 780

Economy convenience

Fare offered by airline.

7 kg
46 kg (2 Pc.)
Cancellation Fee starting
USD 85
Date Change Fee starting
USD 50
Free seats available
Complimentary meals (No meal will be served if flight duration is less than 2 hours)

USD 868

Economy comfort

Fare offered by airline.

7 kg
46 kg (2 Pc.)
No airline cancellation fee
Date Change Fee starting
USD 35
Free seats available
Complimentary meals (No meal will be served if flight duration is less than 2 hours)

USD 1,415

Cape Town to Colombo Flights Information:-

Looking for Cape Town to Colombo Flight? Here’s all you need to know! For convenience and to save time, pick the airport that is closest to your destination. The nearest airport to Colombo is Colombo Bandaranaike Airport and the IATA code for the same is CMB.
Currently, there are 14 airlines operating flights between the two destinations and approximately 48 flights take off from Cape Town to Colombo every week.

Need information on Cape Town to Colombo airfare?

The minimum airfare for a Cape Town to Colombo flight would be 663, which may go up to 6740 depending on the route, booking time and availability.
It is recommended that you book a round-trip, since it always works out to be more economical.

Flight Details for Cape Town to Colombo

If you are looking for Cape Town to Colombo flights, there is no dearth of options to choose from. Several reputed airlines currently offer both direct and indirect flights between the two destinations. Some of these are Ethiopian Airlines, Flydubai, Singapore Airlines, Emirates, Air India, Cathay Pacific, South African Airlink, FlySafair, South African Airways, Srilankan Airlines, Qatar Airways, Malaysia Airlines, British Airways, Etihad Airways. Out of these, only 0 airlines operate direct flights. Indirect flights may involve more travel time, but they usually cost lesser than direct flights.

The number of flights operated by each airline is as follows:Ethiopian Airlines: 7, Flydubai: 7, Singapore Airlines: 7, Emirates: 7, Air India: 7, Cathay Pacific: 7, South African Airlink: 7, FlySafair: 7, South African Airways: 7, Srilankan Airlines: 7, Qatar Airways: 7, Malaysia Airlines: 7, British Airways: 7, Etihad Airways: 7

To board the first Cape Town to Colombo flight, choose FlySafair, Qatar Airways, which departs at 05:45 The last flight for this route is Qatar Airways, departing at 19:10

Colombo Airport Information

Colombo Bandaranaike Airport
Katunayake, Sri Lanka
Tel: 197 33 2424 (General Information) | 197 33 1377/2377 (Flight Information)

About Cape Town (CPT)

The second largest city in South Africa, Cape Town is the capital of the Western Cape Province, and is also the legislative capital of South Africa. Located in the south-west corner, the place is a mix of modern values and an ancestral culture values. Also named as the Mother City in South Africa, Cape Town is in the list of world class metropolitan cities, with historical and cultural significance to woo visitors. Being the home place of one of the seven wonders of nature, ‘Table Mountain’, the charisma gets glorified to a greater extent with Cape Peninsula's wonder. It holds the tag of the affluent 'floral kingdom' in the whole world. The peninsula is among the few masterpieces carved by the Mother Nature. It dominates the area by imposing an edgy mountain spine, criss-cross valleys, constrained by cliffs. The climate is generally moderate, but the best time to visit the place is between October and November, December to February or March to May. You can have an easy reach to this place through different transport mediums. If coming by air, you can land at Cape Town International Airport, which is the second largest airport in the South Africa. You can also reach the place by either opting a train or bus facility, or simply enter the place, driving through the wide roads of the city in your own car or bike. There are numerous attractions which you can explore at the place, like Bo-Kaap, the castle of good hop Robben Island, Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, Rhodes Memorial. Do not forget to witness the magnificent opportunity of seeing the great white shark and witness the thrill of the ocean predators. You can also visit the artistic museums, galleries and theatres for a deep dive into the culture of the city. The city offers multiple dining options to their visitors with delectable cuisines and par-class services. When planning for such an outrageous trip, you need to be sure of some things in advance, which are your tickets, proper accommodation and the conveyance picked to roam around the city. MakeMyTrip ensures proper customer satisfaction and offers you the best deals and offers. The online ticket booking is no more a hectic task and with that you can also decide on your accommodation arrangements for the trip.

Important Information about Cape Town to Colombo Flight

Lowest Fare to Travel with Date $ - 16 Mar
Total flights from Cape Town to Colombo in a week 48 Flights
First Flight FlySafair, Qatar Airways, departs at 05:45
Last Flight Qatar Airways, departs at 19:10
Non-Stop Flights from Cape Town to Colombo 0
Airport Name & codes of Cape Town & Colombo Cape Town International Airport, Cape Town-CPT, Colombo Bandaranaike Airport,Colombo-CMB

Cape Town Address

Airports Company South Africa, Private Bag X9002, Cape Town International Airport, 7525, South Africa
Tel: (021) 937 1200

About Colombo (CMB)

Colombo is one of the finest cities in Sri Lanka. Being the largest city in the terms of population, Colombo is also the commercial and financial heart of the country. The warm hospitality and deep rooted culture will surely grab your attention and offer you a pleasant stay here. The natural surroundings, fascinating beaches and long standing palm trees add a touch of excitement in your life while moving in and around the city with your loved ones. Colombo is also a tourist hub of the country as it has a number of attractions which not only attract travelers of neighboring countries but also from different corner of the world. Here, you will find vast historical past which makes it a multi-ethnic as well as multi-cultural city. The scenic charm of this magnificent metropolis will offer peace to the mind and pleasure to the heart. The Fort, Pettah, Galle Face Green, Slave Island, Mount Lavinia, Kelaniya Raja Maha Vihara, Dehiwala Zoo, National Museum, The Viharamahadevi Park, Wolvendaal Church, and Hindu Temples are some of the best places of this city where you can enjoy a fabulous time. All these attractions will give you an excellent blend of its present and past. Don't forget to have an evening walk with your beloved at Beach Waadiya. It will be an amazing to see the sunset evening at this beach. The sea cuisines give you a lip smacking taste. The beach side resorts and Colombo's hotels are quite famous for their ultra modern amenities. Tourists love to visit this part of the country during the tome of winter as the summers are quite hot and humid. From the months of October to January, the climate remains pleasant. The best thing about this alluring and tempting city is that it is well connected to all the major parts of the world. All the leading airlines land their flights here. MakeMyTrip.com, a leading online travel portal of India, offers you some of the best deals on your Colombo tour packages. To book your Colombo flights or hotels, you just need to follow few steps on this portal. It is quite easy to book your entire package here.

Colombo Address

Katunayake, Sri Lanka
Tel: 197 33 2424 (General Information) | 197 33 1377/2377 (Flight Information)

Frequently Asked Questions - Cape Town to Colombo Flights

Is there a way to make flexible departure date bookings for your Cape Town to Colombo flight tickets?

Some travel portals like MakeMyTrip offer flexible departure and arrival booking option with certain air carrier when booking from Cape Town to Colombo. You can check the flexible booking flight options once you get the results filters based on your search and make the booking accordingly. Please note, some airlines make charge extra for flexible travel dates.

Can I find cheap accommodation near to airport when travelling from Cape Town to Colombo?

There are several accommodation options available near the Colombo Bandaranaike Airport. You can check for both budget friendly and well as five star accommodation near the airport depending on your requirement and budget. These hotels are mostly suitable for business travellers.

Can I cancel my ticket from Cape Town to Colombo without cancellation charges?

To avoid cancellation charges on your air tickets, you need to make a selection at the time of booking for ZERO cancellation. Please note, the zero cancellation facility is chargeable with minimum amount and can help you save a lot at the time sudden cancellations.

Is passport mandatory to travel from Cape Town to Colombo?

When making an international trip, passport is mandatory as it defines your identity to the other nation officials. The VISA norms may differ from country to country, which means some would allow Visa on arrival and others may require you to obtain visa in advance. But the availability of passport is mandatory at the time of departure and arrival as well.

How do MakeMyTrip finds the lowest available dare for flights from Cape Town to Colombo?

MakeMyTrip is a popular travel portal that also works as a travel search engine that allows you to see best available results for your flight search. Every time you make search for flights to any destination, the MMT algorithm picks all the available air carriers for the route and filter rates basis on the cheapest fare available in their system. At MMT, you can not only search flights on the basis of the fare, but you can also see which flight offers direct route, which has multiple stop-overs, baggage allowance, in-flight meal options, cancellation policy, etc. You can also check available discounts offered by payments partners and air carriers when booking the flight.

What is the best time to book cheap flight tickets from Cape Town to Colombo?

To get cheap flight tickets from Cape Town to Colombo, the best time would be to plan your trip during the off season. At that time the flight tickets are usually cheaper than the peak season and the accommodation booking is also available at the affordable price. The other way of booking cheap flight tickets from Cape Town (CPT) to Colombo (CMB) is to book atleast 4 weeks in advance before your departure date to get competitive pricing on your tickets even during the peak season.

Which airlines offer cheapest airfare from Cape Town to Colombo?

There is no set pricing for airlines to offer cheap flight fare from Cape Town to Colombo. These fares are mostly decided on the basis of algorithms followed by air carriers to final the prizing based on demand. However, some multiple route flights with stop-overs offer cheap flights as compared to direct flight departing from Cape Town to Colombo.