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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
1 adult

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.

Round-trip from

£131

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£158
Air India
  • Air India
  • 13/1-20/1
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 35m total
  • Chennai to Colombo
High demand for flights, 3% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 2% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in December 2024

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Cheapest flights from Chennai to Colombo
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

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Chennai to Colombo that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 19 December 2024.

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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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Deals found on 18/12

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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.
8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Airplane staff were very rude. They didn’t help parents with kids and were not even considerate.

8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Airplane staff were very rude. They didn’t help parents with kids and were not even considerate.

7.8
Good
357 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Airplane staff were very rude. They didn’t help parents with kids and were not even considerate.

7.4
Good
1,206 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Airplane staff were very rude. They didn’t help parents with kids and were not even considerate.

7.4
Good
290 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Airplane staff were very rude. They didn’t help parents with kids and were not even considerate.

7.1
Good
92 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Airplane staff were very rude. They didn’t help parents with kids and were not even considerate.

Related info for your journey

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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 flights from Chennai to Colombo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Chennai to Colombo flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Chennai to Colombo?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Chennai to Colombo.

  • 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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FitsAirCheapest£96Average£141FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air IndiaCheapest£120Average£131FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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IndiGoCheapest£122Average£151FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest£126Average£142FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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