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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Colombo to Cape Town Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £719. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Cape Town.£681 per passenger.Departing Fri, 24 Apr, returning Thu, 7 May.Return flight with IndiGo and Air Tanzania.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Fri, 24 Apr, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Air Tanzania, departs from Cape Town on Thu, 7 May, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From £681, select.
Cape Town.£698 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 May, returning Fri, 8 May.Return flight with SriLankan Airlines and Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with SriLankan Airlines, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Fri, 1 May, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cape Town on Fri, 8 May, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From £698, select.
Cape Town.£719 per passenger.Departing Sun, 19 Apr, returning Sun, 26 Apr.Return flight with Air India and FlySafair.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sun, 19 Apr, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with FlySafair, departs from Cape Town on Sun, 26 Apr, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From £719, select.
Cape Town.£741 per passenger.Departing Wed, 7 Oct, returning Sat, 17 Oct.Return flight with SriLankan Airlines and Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with SriLankan Airlines, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, 7 Oct, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cape Town on Sat, 17 Oct, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From £741, select.
Cape Town.£797 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Dec, returning Wed, 6 Jan.Return flight with SriLankan Airlines and Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with SriLankan Airlines, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, 16 Dec, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cape Town on Wed, 6 Jan, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From £797, select.
Cape Town.£812 per passenger.Departing Fri, 14 Aug, returning Sun, 23 Aug.Return flight with SriLankan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with SriLankan Airlines, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Fri, 14 Aug, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with SriLankan Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Sun, 23 Aug, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From £812, select.
Cape Town.£828 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Dec, returning Wed, 23 Dec.Return flight with SriLankan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with SriLankan Airlines, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, 9 Dec, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with SriLankan Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Wed, 23 Dec, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From £828, select.
Cape Town.£854 per passenger.Departing Tue, 31 Mar, returning Tue, 14 Apr.Return flight with SriLankan Airlines and Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with SriLankan Airlines, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 31 Mar, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 14 Apr, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From £854, select.
Cape Town.£869 per passenger.Departing Thu, 19 Mar, returning Thu, 26 Mar.Return flight with SriLankan Airlines and Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with SriLankan Airlines, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, 19 Mar, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Cape Town on Thu, 26 Mar, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From £869, select.

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Colombo to Cape Town: Alternative routes

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Colombo to Cape Town: Flight information

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Colombo to Cape Town is £681. 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 Colombo to Cape Town. But we found flights with one stop from £681.
As of March 2026, there are no flights flying from Colombo to Cape Town.
The cheapest month to fly from Colombo to Cape Town is usually April.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Colombo to Cape Town Airport on Friday, 24 April 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Colombo and Cape Town Airport. 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 Cape Town 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 Cape Town is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Cape Town is IndiGo .

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

  • Cape Town is three hours 30 minutes behind Colombo. Cape Town International Airport is located in Cape Town, which operates on the UTC+2 timezone.

  • To ensure you catch your flight from Colombo to CPT, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • During popular months like February, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.

Airports in Colombo

Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • We make it a piece of cake to book cheap flights from Colombo to CPT that include a stopover. To explore all your options departing from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers between CMB and CPT include:

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Dubai International Airport (DXB)

    • Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

  • CMB is about 32 kms (20 miles) from central Colombo. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.

  • Planning to catch an early flight from Colombo to Cape Town International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport:

  • 74% of flights leaving from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport touch down at their destination on time.

About Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

  • If you have a late flight from Colombo to Cape Town International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near CPT:

  • Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Cape Town International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Carwiz or First - Car Hire and experience the lesser-explored corners of Cape Town and beyond.

  • To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle around one week in advance of your Colombo to Cape Town International Airport flight.

Getting from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town

  • Cape Town International Airport is around 19 kms (12 miles) from the centre of Cape Town. It takes around 25 minutes or so to get to the city by car.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes.

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

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Colombo to Cape Town International Airport is £344. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £681. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.

  • Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Colombo to CPT if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.

  • If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when searching for your Colombo to Cape Town International Airport ticket.

  • Stay on top of deals for plane tickets from Colombo to CPT by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.

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

The best time to fly from Colombo to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

  • December is when most people book flights from Colombo to Cape Town International Airport (CPT). Visit Cape Town in August for a more laid-back experience.

  • The warmest month in Cape Town is February, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC and 27ºC. Lock in your Colombo to CPT plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.

  • If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Colombo to Cape Town International Airport in July when temperatures are between 9ºC and 19ºC.

More about Cape Town

  • Start your Cape Town trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Colombo to Cape Town International Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:

  • There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be difficult to know where to start. Table Mountain, Cecilia, Table Mountain and The Rock are top sights which should feature on any well-planned Cape Town itinerary.

Explore more of South Africa

  • You've visited Cape Town, now it's time to explore other corners of South Africa. Travel around 121 kms (75 miles) northwest to Saldanha to tick off its must-visit sights. From North Head Lighthouse to Saldanha Bay Harbour and NG Kerk Saldanha, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.

  • Around 97 kms (60 miles) northeast of Cape Town, Ceres is another essential stop in South Africa. Start your sightseeing at Ceres Mountain Fynbos Nature Reserve, Ceres Mosque and Ceres Sportgronde.

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