Cheap flights from Chennai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from £65
This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 24/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
The best prices from Chennai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl are usually found in September or October, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Friday
Cheap flight deals from Chennai to Colombo
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chennai (MAA) to Colombo (CMB). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 17 January 2025.
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Price
ChennaiColombo
MAA - CMB
MAACMB
Chennai
Fri 11/7
13:45-15:00
Nonstop1h 15m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Tue 5/8
14:40-01:25
1 stop10h 45m
ChennaiColombo
MAA - CMB
MAACMB
Chennai
Fri 28/2
11:15-21:45
1 stop10h 30m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Mon 17/3
15:00-06:45
1 stop15h 45m
ChennaiColombo
MAA - CMB
MAACMB
Chennai
Mon 27/1
06:45-15:00
1 stop8h 15m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Sat 8/2
17:05-18:25
Nonstop1h 20m
ChennaiColombo
MAA - CMB
MAACMB
Chennai
Mon 14/4
11:45-22:55
1 stop11h 10m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Sat 19/4
00:05-10:45
1 stop10h 40m
ChennaiColombo
MAA - CMB
MAACMB
Chennai
Tue 11/3
10:00-23:30
1 stop13h 30m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Mon 17/3
00:45-22:10
1 stop21h 25m
ChennaiColombo
MAA - CMB
MAACMB
Chennai
Fri 24/1
08:00-15:00
1 stop7h 00m
ChennaiColombo
MAA - CMB
MAACMB
Chennai
Tue 11/2
00:35-02:00
Nonstop1h 25m
ChennaiColombo
MAA - CMB
MAACMB
Chennai
Fri 24/1
20:55-22:15
Nonstop1h 20m
ChennaiColombo
MAA - CMB
MAACMB
Chennai
Wed 19/2
01:00-21:45
2 stops20h 45m
ChennaiColombo
MAA - CMB
MAACMB
Chennai
Thu 23/1
03:45-18:25
2 stops14h 40m
Best time to book a flight from Chennai to Colombo
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Travel insights for flights from Chennai to Colombo
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Chennai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Chennai to Colombo. Price data was last updated on 10 January 2025.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Chennai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, you should look to book at least 60 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chennai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of £853). Flying from Chennai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,264). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MAA to CMB?
Find hourly flight availability from Chennai to Colombo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 17 January 2025.
A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Chennai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 19% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.
Weekly flight availability from Chennai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport
Explore weekly flight availability from Chennai to Colombo. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 17 January 2025.
The most flights from MAA to CMB are scheduled on a Wednesday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).
Rainfall in Colombo by month
Plan your trip to Colombo by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.
In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport ranges from 60.0 - 350.0 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 350.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport when rainfall is around 60.0 mm.
Temperature in Colombo by month
Plan your trip to Colombo by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.
If weather is an important factor for your trip to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, March is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 27.0 C).
Reviews of airlines servicing Colombo
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Colombo. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Colombo. Reviews last updated 17 January 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Chennai to Colombo, see what other customers have to say about Malaysia Airlines, Air India and Singapore Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Airplane staff were very rude. They didn’t help parents with kids and were not even considerate.
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Airplane staff were very rude. They didn’t help parents with kids and were not even considerate.
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Airplane staff were very rude. They didn’t help parents with kids and were not even considerate.
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Airplane staff were very rude. They didn’t help parents with kids and were not even considerate.
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Airplane staff were very rude. They didn’t help parents with kids and were not even considerate.
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