1 ZAR to LKR1 South African Rand = 20.3356 Sri Lankan Rupee
🇿🇦 1 South African Rand (R1) is worth 🏳️ 20.3356 Sri Lankan Rupee (LKR20.3356) at the current exchange rate of 1 ZAR = 20.3356 LKR. Rates were last updated Sep 21, 2026, 08:00 PM UTC.
Over the last 30 days, the ZAR to LKR rate fell 1.24% (high 20.5911 on August 24, 2026, low 20.258 on September 11, 2026, average 20.3949). Over the last 90 days, the ZAR to LKR rate rose 0.03% (high 20.7789 on August 9, 2026, low 19.9731 on July 25, 2026, average 20.4274).
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Convert 1 South African Rand to Sri Lankan Rupee
1 ZAR = LKR20.3356 LKR
1 LKR = R0.04917 ZAR
- 30-day change
- -1.24%
- 90-day high
- 20.7789
- 90-day low
- 19.9731
Last updated: Sep 21, 2026, 08:00 PM UTC
Convert South African Rand to Sri Lankan Rupee
| ZAR | LKR |
|---|---|
| R1 ZAR | LKR20.3356 LKR |
| R5 ZAR | LKR101.6779 LKR |
| R10 ZAR | LKR203.3559 LKR |
| R25 ZAR | LKR508.3896 LKR |
| R50 ZAR | LKR1,016.78 LKR |
| R100 ZAR | LKR2,033.56 LKR |
| R500 ZAR | LKR10,167.79 LKR |
| R1,000 ZAR | LKR20,335.59 LKR |
| R5,000 ZAR | LKR101,677.93 LKR |
| R10,000 ZAR | LKR203,355.85 LKR |
Convert Sri Lankan Rupee to South African Rand
| LKR | ZAR |
|---|---|
| LKR1 LKR | R0.04917 ZAR |
| LKR5 LKR | R0.2459 ZAR |
| LKR10 LKR | R0.4917 ZAR |
| LKR25 LKR | R1.2294 ZAR |
| LKR50 LKR | R2.4587 ZAR |
| LKR100 LKR | R4.9175 ZAR |
| LKR500 LKR | R24.5874 ZAR |
| LKR1,000 LKR | R49.1749 ZAR |
| LKR5,000 LKR | R245.8744 ZAR |
| LKR10,000 LKR | R491.7488 ZAR |
ZAR to LKR exchange rate history
ZAR to LKR – last 90 days
ZAR to LKR – last 12 months
ZAR to LKR exchange rate history
Over the last 90 days, the South African Rand traded between 19.9731 and 20.7789 Sri Lankan Rupee, averaging 20.4274. The ZAR/LKR rate is up 0.03% over that period.
Over the last 12 months, the highest ZAR to LKR rate was 20.7789 (August 9, 2026) and the lowest was 17.465 (September 25, 2025). The rate is up 16.44% year on year, meaning the South African Rand has gained value against the Sri Lankan Rupee.
| Date | 1 ZAR in LKR | Change |
|---|---|---|
| September 20, 2026 | 20.3195 | +0.18% |
| August 30, 2026 | 20.2835 | +0.02% |
| July 31, 2026 | 20.2787 | -0.63% |
| June 28, 2026 | 20.407 | +0.38% |
| May 23, 2026 | 20.3299 | +5.43% |
| April 23, 2026 | 19.282 | +4.24% |
| March 24, 2026 | 18.4975 | -4.13% |
| February 22, 2026 | 19.2948 | +0.46% |
| January 23, 2026 | 19.2067 | +3.54% |
| December 24, 2025 | 18.5496 | +4.88% |
| November 24, 2025 | 17.6872 | +0.97% |
| October 25, 2025 | 17.5173 | +0.30% |
| September 25, 2025 | 17.465 | – |
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 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 →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 →How to convert South African Rand to Sri Lankan Rupee
- Enter the amount of ZAR you want to convert in the “Amount” box.
- Check that ZAR is selected as the source and LKR as the target (use the swap button to reverse them).
- See the LKR value update instantly, or press Convert to open a shareable page for that exact amount.
Frequently asked questions about ZAR to LKR
How much is 1 South African Rand in Sri Lankan Rupee?
As of September 21, 2026, 1 South African Rand (ZAR) = 20.3356 Sri Lankan Rupee (LKR). The rate comes from the mid-market reference rate and is refreshed hourly.
How much is 100 South African Rand in Sri Lankan Rupee?
As of September 21, 2026, 100 ZAR is equal to 2,033.56 LKR, based on a rate of 20.3356 LKR per ZAR.
How much is 1 Sri Lankan Rupee in South African Rand?
As of September 21, 2026, 1 Sri Lankan Rupee (LKR) = 0.04917 South African Rand (ZAR).
What has the ZAR to LKR exchange rate done recently?
Over the last 30 days the ZAR/LKR rate changed by -1.24%, ranging from 20.258 to 20.5911. Over the last 90 days it ranged from 19.9731 to 20.7789 and changed by +0.03%.
Which is stronger, the South African Rand or the Sri Lankan Rupee?
The South African Rand is currently worth more per unit than the Sri Lankan Rupee: 1 ZAR = 20.3356 LKR, and 1 LKR = 0.04917 ZAR. 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 ZAR to LKR?
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.