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Cheap flights from Chennai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from £123

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAA — CMB
26 Feb — 5 Mar1
1 adult

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 Friday 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 21 February 2025.

Round-trip from

£123

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£135

Good round-trip deal

£128 or less

Good one-way deal

£204 or less
IndiGo
  • IndiGo
  • 3/4-9/4
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 40m total
  • Chennai to Colombo
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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 21 February 2025.

Thu 3/403:15MAA - CMB
2 stops9h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/410:30CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2£248
Fri 4/412:00MAA - CMB
2 stops9h 05mIndiGo
Tue 8/403:30CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 20mIndiGo
Deal found 20/2£255
Sun 23/311:45MAA - CMB
1 stop11h 50mMalaysia Airlines
Fri 28/300:40CMB - MAA
1 stop10h 05mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 20/2£2,000
Sat 30/801:30MAA - CMB
1 stop22h 00mCathay Pacific
Sun 7/900:50CMB - MAA
1 stop23h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 20/2£2,857
Thu 27/223:25MAA - CMB
1 stop24h 05mSingapore Airlines
Wed 5/300:45CMB - MAA
1 stop32h 10mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 20/2£2,900

Find flights from Chennai to Colombo within your budget

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 21 February 2025.

Fly from

Chennai

Fly to

Colombo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChennaiColombo

MAA - CMB

MAACMB

Chennai

Fri 4/4

06:45-15:00

1 stop8h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 9/4

09:40-17:25

1 stop7h 45m

£208

ChennaiColombo

MAA - CMB

MAACMB

Chennai

Sun 6/4

06:50-12:55

1 stop6h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 16/4

22:05-08:20

1 stop10h 15m

£211

ChennaiColombo

MAA - CMB

MAACMB

Chennai

Thu 3/4

03:15-12:55

2 stops9h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 9/4

10:30-11:45

Nonstop1h 15m

£248

ChennaiColombo

MAA - CMB

MAACMB

Chennai

Sun 23/3

11:45-23:35

1 stop11h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 28/3

00:40-10:45

1 stop10h 05m

£2,000

ChennaiColombo

MAA - CMB

MAACMB

Chennai

Sat 5/4

01:10-23:55

1 stop22h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 15/4

00:55-00:01

1 stop23h 06m

£2,114

ChennaiColombo

MAA - CMB

MAACMB

Chennai

Sun 20/4

01:30-23:50

1 stop22h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 24/4

01:10-00:15

1 stop23h 05m

£2,857

ChennaiColombo

MAA - CMB

MAACMB

Chennai

Thu 27/2

23:25-23:30

1 stop24h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 5/3

00:45-08:55

1 stop32h 10m

£2,900

ChennaiColombo

MAA - CMB

MAACMB

Chennai

Tue 11/3

14:25-21:45

2 stops7h 20m

£128

ChennaiColombo

MAA - CMB

MAACMB

Chennai

Wed 26/2

00:20-23:35

1 stop23h 15m

£459

ChennaiColombo

MAA - CMB

MAACMB

Chennai

Mon 10/3

01:30-11:00

1 stop9h 30m

£736

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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 14 February 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 £1,276). 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 21 February 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Chennai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport at midday. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 29% 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 21 February 2025.

The most flights from MAA to CMB are scheduled on a Friday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, 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 21 February 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Chennai to Colombo, see what other customers have to say about Singapore Airlines, Thai Airways and Cathay Pacific. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,299 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,299 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,299 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Thai Airways
7.8
Good
317 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,299 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
821 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,299 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Malaysia Airlines
7.4
Good
263 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,299 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

IndiGo
6.8
Okay
482 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,299 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

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 £123, IndiGo will fly you from Chennai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport and back. In addition to IndiGo, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Air India and Malaysia Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from £130 and £2,000, respectively. You may be able to fly from Chennai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport for 10% 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?

    £128 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from IndiGo. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Malaysia Airlines and Cathay Pacific, with prices starting from £437 and £1,768, 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: Air India (95%), Ethiopian Air (94%), FitsAir( 90%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chennai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £56. While the most popular route (Chennai - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl) can be booked for £110 on average our data indicates £484 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.

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    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 December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,276). 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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