1 LKR to ZAR1 Sri Lankan Rupee = 0.04914 South African Rand
🏳️ 1 Sri Lankan Rupee (LKR1) is worth 🇿🇦 0.04914 South African Rand (R0.04914) at the current exchange rate of 1 LKR = 0.04914 ZAR. Rates were last updated Sep 22, 2026, 01:00 AM UTC.
Over the last 30 days, the LKR to ZAR rate rose 0.92% (high 0.04949 on September 15, 2026, low 0.04866 on September 6, 2026, average 0.04897). Over the last 90 days, the LKR to ZAR rate rose 0.03% (high 0.05008 on July 26, 2026, low 0.04828 on August 13, 2026, average 0.04893).
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Convert 1 Sri Lankan Rupee to South African Rand
1 LKR = R0.04914 ZAR
1 ZAR = LKR20.3497 LKR
- 30-day change
- +0.92%
- 90-day high
- 0.05008
- 90-day low
- 0.04828
Last updated: Sep 22, 2026, 01:00 AM UTC
Convert Sri Lankan Rupee to South African Rand
| LKR | ZAR |
|---|---|
| LKR1 LKR | R0.04914 ZAR |
| LKR5 LKR | R0.2457 ZAR |
| LKR10 LKR | R0.4914 ZAR |
| LKR25 LKR | R1.2285 ZAR |
| LKR50 LKR | R2.457 ZAR |
| LKR100 LKR | R4.9141 ZAR |
| LKR500 LKR | R24.5704 ZAR |
| LKR1,000 LKR | R49.1408 ZAR |
| LKR5,000 LKR | R245.7038 ZAR |
| LKR10,000 LKR | R491.4077 ZAR |
Convert South African Rand to Sri Lankan Rupee
| ZAR | LKR |
|---|---|
| R1 ZAR | LKR20.3497 LKR |
| R5 ZAR | LKR101.7485 LKR |
| R10 ZAR | LKR203.497 LKR |
| R25 ZAR | LKR508.7426 LKR |
| R50 ZAR | LKR1,017.49 LKR |
| R100 ZAR | LKR2,034.97 LKR |
| R500 ZAR | LKR10,174.85 LKR |
| R1,000 ZAR | LKR20,349.70 LKR |
| R5,000 ZAR | LKR101,748.51 LKR |
| R10,000 ZAR | LKR203,497.03 LKR |
LKR to ZAR exchange rate history
LKR to ZAR – last 90 days
LKR to ZAR – last 12 months
LKR to ZAR exchange rate history
Over the last 90 days, the Sri Lankan Rupee traded between 0.04828 and 0.05008 South African Rand, averaging 0.04893. The LKR/ZAR rate is up 0.03% over that period.
Over the last 12 months, the highest LKR to ZAR rate was 0.05771 (September 26, 2025) and the lowest was 0.04828 (August 13, 2026). The rate is down 14.85% year on year, meaning the Sri Lankan Rupee has lost value against the South African Rand.
| Date | 1 LKR in ZAR | Change |
|---|---|---|
| September 21, 2026 | 0.04904 | -0.35% |
| August 31, 2026 | 0.04921 | -1.38% |
| July 29, 2026 | 0.0499 | +1.97% |
| June 29, 2026 | 0.04894 | -1.79% |
| May 24, 2026 | 0.04983 | -5.23% |
| April 24, 2026 | 0.05258 | -2.59% |
| March 25, 2026 | 0.05398 | +3.87% |
| February 23, 2026 | 0.05197 | -0.24% |
| January 24, 2026 | 0.0521 | -3.23% |
| December 25, 2025 | 0.05383 | -4.15% |
| November 25, 2025 | 0.05617 | -1.25% |
| October 26, 2025 | 0.05687 | -1.45% |
| September 26, 2025 | 0.05771 | – |
Historical figures use daily reference rates: sampled every three days for the 90-day view and monthly for the 12-month view, plus today's live rate.
The Sri Lankan Rupee (LKR) is traded against the South African Rand and other world currencies. See the LKR page for its live rates against major currencies.
More about LKR →The South African Rand is the official currency of South Africa, issued under the oversight of the South African Reserve Bank. It has been in use since 1961 and is divided into 100 Cent.
South Africa has the most developed economy in Africa, and the rand is the most traded African currency. It's often used as a proxy for emerging market sentiment.
More about ZAR →How to convert Sri Lankan Rupee to South African Rand
- Enter the amount of LKR you want to convert in the “Amount” box.
- Check that LKR is selected as the source and ZAR as the target (use the swap button to reverse them).
- See the ZAR value update instantly, or press Convert to open a shareable page for that exact amount.
Frequently asked questions about LKR to ZAR
How much is 1 Sri Lankan Rupee in South African Rand?
As of September 22, 2026, 1 Sri Lankan Rupee (LKR) = 0.04914 South African Rand (ZAR). The rate comes from the mid-market reference rate and is refreshed hourly.
How much is 100 Sri Lankan Rupee in South African Rand?
As of September 22, 2026, 100 LKR is equal to 4.9141 ZAR, based on a rate of 0.04914 ZAR per LKR.
How much is 1 South African Rand in Sri Lankan Rupee?
As of September 22, 2026, 1 South African Rand (ZAR) = 20.3497 Sri Lankan Rupee (LKR).
What has the LKR to ZAR exchange rate done recently?
Over the last 30 days the LKR/ZAR rate changed by +0.92%, ranging from 0.04866 to 0.04949. Over the last 90 days it ranged from 0.04828 to 0.05008 and changed by +0.03%.
Which is stronger, the Sri Lankan Rupee or the South African Rand?
The South African Rand is currently worth more per unit than the Sri Lankan Rupee: 1 LKR = 0.04914 ZAR, and 1 ZAR = 20.3497 LKR. A higher number per unit does not by itself mean a stronger economy; it also reflects how each currency is denominated.
When is the best time to convert LKR to ZAR?
Currencies trade 24 hours a day from Monday morning in Sydney to Friday evening in New York, and rates move by the minute while markets are open. Liquidity is usually highest around 1–4 PM GMT, when the London and New York sessions overlap. Watching the 90-day range above helps you judge whether today's rate is high or low compared with recent weeks.
Is this the rate I will get at a bank or exchange service?
No. The figures on this page are mid-market reference rates used for information. Banks, cash exchanges and money-transfer services add a margin or fee, so the amount you actually receive is usually a little lower than the converted amount shown here.