Cheap flights from Chennai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from £131
This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 13/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAA — CMB
24 Dec — 31 Dec1
Return
1 adult
Economy
The best prices from Chennai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl are usually found in September or October, booked 64 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 19 December 2024.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chennai to Colombo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 19 December 2024.
Mon 30/1215:55MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 20mSriLankan Airlines
Sun 5/107:20CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 20mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 18/12£190
Sat 21/1205:55MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 21/1220:55CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/12£196
Fri 20/1200:35MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 25mIndiGo
Sat 21/1220:55CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 20mIndiGo
Deal found 17/12£205
Mon 30/1205:55MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 15mAir India
Sun 5/116:00CMB - MAA
1 stop7h 10mAir India
Deal found 18/12£1,400
Best flights from Chennai to Colombo
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Chennai to Colombo that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 19 December 2024.
Mon 13/105:55MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 15mAir India
Mon 20/117:05CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 20mAir India
Deal found 18/12£131
Mon 13/118:35MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 20mIndiGo
Sun 19/103:00CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 20mIndiGo
Deal found 18/12£133
Fri 25/421:15MAA - CMB
1 stop17h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/503:30CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12£180
Mon 30/1215:55MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 20mSriLankan Airlines
Sun 5/107:20CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 20mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 18/12£190
Sun 12/101:30MAA - CMB
1 stop22h 31mThai Airways
Sun 19/101:00CMB - MAA
1 stop23h 30mThai Airways
Deal found 18/12£2,149
Wed 12/200:20MAA - CMB
1 stop23h 15mMalaysia Airlines
Tue 25/200:40CMB - MAA
1 stop10h 05mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 18/12£2,596
Direct flights from Chennai to Colombo
Explore direct flight options from Chennai to Colombo based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 19 December 2024.
Mon 13/105:55MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 15mAir India
Mon 20/117:05CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 20mAir India
Deal found 18/12£131
Mon 13/118:35MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 20mIndiGo
Sun 19/103:00CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 20mIndiGo
Deal found 18/12£133
Mon 30/1215:55MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 20mSriLankan Airlines
Sun 5/107:20CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 20mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 18/12£190
Last-minute flights from Chennai to Colombo
Discover last-minute flight deals from Chennai to Colombo. Data last updated 19 December 2024 and is based on user searches.
Sat 21/1205:55MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 21/1220:55CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/12£196
Sun 29/1200:20MAA - CMB
1 stop15h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 4/100:05CMB - MAA
1 stop10h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12£2,661
Mon 30/1215:55MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 20mSriLankan Airlines
Sun 5/107:20CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 20mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 18/12£190
Sun 12/100:35MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 25mIndiGo
Mon 20/122:45CMB - MAA
1 stop9h 15mIndiGo
Deal found 18/12£168
Sun 12/101:30MAA - CMB
1 stop22h 31mThai Airways
Sun 19/101:00CMB - MAA
1 stop23h 30mThai Airways
Deal found 18/12£2,149
Sun 26/100:20MAA - CMB
1 stop23h 15mMalaysia Airlines
Fri 7/200:40CMB - MAA
1 stop10h 05mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 18/12£3,964
Mon 27/105:55MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 15mAir India
Sat 8/216:00CMB - MAA
1 stop19h 00mAir India
Deal found 18/12£1,135
One-way flights from Chennai to Colombo
Search for one-way flight options from Chennai to Colombo. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 19 December 2024.
Fri 7/300:20MAA - CMB
2 stops22h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12£521
Sun 26/111:45MAA - CMB
1 stop11h 50mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 18/12£642
Tue 28/103:45MAA - CMB
2 stops14h 40mEmirates
Deal found 18/12£1,589
Sat 25/103:50MAA - CMB
1 stop11h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 18/12£1,598
Find flights from Chennai to Colombo within your budget
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ChennaiColombo
MAA - CMB
MAACMB
Chennai
Mon 30/12
15:55-17:15
Nonstop1h 20m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Sun 5/1
07:20-08:40
Nonstop1h 20m
£190
ChennaiColombo
MAA - CMB
MAACMB
Chennai
Fri 25/4
21:15-15:00
1 stop17h 45m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Wed 7/5
22:45-05:55
1 stop7h 10m
£210
ChennaiColombo
MAA - CMB
MAACMB
Chennai
Mon 27/1
05:55-07:10
Nonstop1h 15m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Sat 8/2
16:00-11:00
1 stop19h 00m
£1,135
ChennaiColombo
MAA - CMB
MAACMB
Chennai
Sun 12/1
01:30-00:01
1 stop22h 31m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Sun 19/1
01:00-00:30
1 stop23h 30m
£2,149
ChennaiColombo
MAA - CMB
MAACMB
Chennai
Wed 12/2
00:20-23:35
1 stop23h 15m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Tue 25/2
00:40-10:45
1 stop10h 05m
£2,596
ChennaiColombo
MAA - CMB
MAACMB
Chennai
Fri 7/3
00:20-22:30
2 stops22h 10m
£521
ChennaiColombo
MAA - CMB
MAACMB
Chennai
Sun 26/1
11:45-23:35
1 stop11h 50m
£642
ChennaiColombo
MAA - CMB
MAACMB
Chennai
Tue 28/1
03:45-18:25
2 stops14h 40m
£1,589
ChennaiColombo
MAA - CMB
MAACMB
Chennai
Sat 25/1
03:50-15:10
1 stop11h 20m
£1,598
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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 13 December 2024.
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 33 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 July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,067). 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 19 December 2024.
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 19 December 2024.
The most flights from MAA to CMB are scheduled on a Wednesday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 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 19 December 2024.
Airplane staff were very rude. They didn’t help parents with kids and were not even considerate.
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What airport do you fly from for flights from Chennai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl?
For a flight from Chennai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl, you will be flying from Chennai. Chennai (MAA) is just 10.2 mi from the center of the city. Chennai is the only Chennai airport and it handles 7 outbound flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl per day. 4 airlines have flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl from Chennai on a regular basis.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chennai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport round-trip?
Currently priced at £131, Air India will fly you from Chennai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport and back. In addition to Air India, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from IndiGo and SriLankan Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from £133 and £190, respectively. You may be able to fly from Chennai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport for 5% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chennai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport one-way?
£642 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Malaysia Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Emirates and Etihad Airways, with prices starting from £1,589 and £1,598, respectively.
What are the most reliable airlines from Chennai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Before booking your flight to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from Chennai, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: FitsAir (100%), Ethiopian Air (90%), Air India( 88%).
What are the cheapest flights from Chennai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £54. While the most popular route (Chennai - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl) can be booked for £110 on average our data indicates £122 when flying from Chennai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Chennai to Colombo?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chennai to Colombo by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.
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 July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,067). 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.
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