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Flying from Johannesburg to Colombo: things to know

The most popular route is from O.R. Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg to Bandaranaike International Airport in Colombo. On average this flight takes 16 hours 28 minutes one way and costs US$2,295 for the round trip.

Most popular route
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Average flight time
16 hours 28 minutes
Average round-trip price
US$2,295
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Airlines that fly from Johannesburg to Colombo

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  • Qatar Airways
  • Emirates
  • Air Seychelles
  • Etihad Airways
  • Ethiopian Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • South African Airways
  • Kenya Airways

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