Johannesburg to Colombo: low-cost flights

Opodo pulls up both direct and indirect flight options for Johannesburg to Colombo (Sri Lanka) side by side. Rank them however suits you, by price or by schedule, and lock in the one that works.

Going direct between Johannesburg and Colombo takes around 12 h and 25 m. Choosing an indirect route will add to that travel time.

A clear picture of your departure and arrival points makes planning simpler. Here's a rundown of the relevant airports and the carriers that fly between them:

• Departure airport: O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
• Arrival airport: Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

Personal weather preference really drives the best time to fly out to Colombo. Average readings there climb to roughly 32ºC across the hottest spell and sink to about 23ºC when it's coldest. These numbers are worth weighing up as you pack and plan your days.

• Highs: up around 32ºC
• Lows: down around 22ºC
• Hottest month: April
• Coldest month: January
• Driest month: January
• Wettest month: November

Looking to pay less for your flight from Johannesburg to Colombo? Try these:

• Flexible dates: price up two or three alternative departure days. Moving your flight by just a day can sometimes cut the cost noticeably.
• Baggage allowance: review exactly what comes with each fare before you pay, to dodge any surprise fees once you're at check-in.
• Airports on your route: pin down which airport you'll use at both ends of the trip, particularly where a city has several, as it shapes your transfer time and overall spend.

There's more to shave off the total too: pairing your flight with a hotel in an Opodo Flight + Hotel package unlocks exclusive savings on your stay in Colombo, and tacking on a hire car can cut the cost further still.