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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Cape Town to Colombo? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Colombo.£614 per passenger.Departing Sun, 3 May, returning Mon, 18 May.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cape Town on Sun, 3 May, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 18 May, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From £614, select.
Colombo.£620 per passenger.Departing Fri, 31 Jul, returning Fri, 14 Aug.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Fri, 31 Jul, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Fri, 14 Aug, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From £620, select.
Colombo.£622 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Sep, returning Mon, 28 Sep.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Wed, 16 Sep, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 28 Sep, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From £622, select.
Colombo.£644 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Sep, returning Fri, 30 Oct.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Fri, 30 Oct, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From £644, select.
Colombo.£644 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Jun, returning Thu, 25 Jun.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Thu, 11 Jun, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, 25 Jun, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From £644, select.
Colombo.£646 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Apr, returning Sun, 3 May.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cape Town on Thu, 30 Apr, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sun, 3 May, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From £646, select.
Colombo.£667 per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Feb, returning Thu, 5 Mar.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Thu, 26 Feb, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, 5 Mar, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From £667, select.
Colombo.£669 per passenger.Departing Tue, 23 Jun, returning Wed, 22 Jul.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 23 Jun, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, 22 Jul, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From £669, 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.
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Mar
from £686
Apr
from £675
May
from £614
Jun
from £644
Jul
from £766
Aug
from £705
Sep
from £622
Oct
from £690
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Jan
from £920

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

6 miles from central Colombo
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Colombo Ratmalana

8 miles from central Colombo
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Colombo Bandaranayake

17 miles from central Colombo
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Bentota River

32 miles from central Colombo
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Katugastota

45 miles from central Colombo
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Cape Town to Colombo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£614
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 £614. 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 £614.
As of February 2026, there are no flights flying from Cape Town to Colombo.
The cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Colombo is usually May.
If you're flying from Cape Town Airport, the cheapest airport near Colombo is Colombo Bandaranayake – which is 17.1 miles away from the centre of Colombo. We've found flights into this airport from £614.
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, 3 May 2026.
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 February, the average temperature is usually around 27°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, Qatar Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to Colombo.

Travelling 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.

  • Leave enough time to get on your CPT to Colombo flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow some extra breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.

  • Think about adding a stopover to potentially unlock a cheaper plane ticket from CPT to Colombo. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these popular options:

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Dubai Airport (DXB)

    • Hamad International Airport (DOH)

  • Central Cape Town to CPT is around 11 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to reach there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • Planning to catch an early flight from Cape Town International Airport to Colombo? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near CPT:

  • 81.65% of flights leaving Cape Town International Airport touch down at their destination according to schedule. Given its strong on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when flying out of CPT.

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

  • £297 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 £614. 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)

  • Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) is around 10 miles from the centre of Colombo. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 40 minutes.

  • It'll take around 1 hour 15 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.

  • If you're arriving on a late flight from Cape Town International Airport to Colombo, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near RML:

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • The centre of Colombo is around 20 miles from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB). After your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Colombo has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 40 minutes.

  • The trip will take about 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.

  • Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to CMB. Here are a few options where you can check in after your CPT to Colombo flight:

  • Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion and Sixt make picking up a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car simple. These companies are located in or around the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.

  • Get the lowest price by reserving your ride from CMB two weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a greater range 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 plane 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 rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Colombo right here. Explore these hotels after locking in your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Colombo:

  • There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall, Gangaramaya Temple and Viharamahadevi Park are popular attractions which should feature on every 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 190 miles 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 150 miles north-east of Colombo, Trincomalee is another essential stop in Sri Lanka. Experience major highlights starting with Koneswaram Temple, Fort Frederick and Marble Beach.

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