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Cheap flights from New Delhi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from £145

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 16/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DEL — CMB
3 Nov — 10 Nov1
1 adult

The best prices from New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl are usually found in May or August, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Monday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from New Delhi to Colombo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New Delhi (DEL) 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 29 October 2024.

Round-trip from

£202

One-way from

£145

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May
IndiGo
  • IndiGo
  • 13/12-17/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 18h 15m total
  • New Delhi to Colombo
Air India
  • Air India
  • 16/1
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 45m total
  • New Delhi to Colombo
High demand for flights, 21% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 15% potential price drop

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Cheapest flights from New Delhi to Colombo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Delhi to Colombo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 29 October 2024.

Fri 13/1212:15DEL - CMB
1 stop7h 40mIndiGo
Tue 17/1203:00CMB - DEL
1 stop10h 35mIndiGo
Deal found 28/10£202
Fri 13/1212:15DEL - CMB
1 stop7h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 18/1214:00CMB - DEL
Nonstop3h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/10£221
Fri 13/1205:10DEL - CMB
Nonstop3h 35mSriLankan Airlines
Tue 17/1200:35CMB - DEL
Nonstop3h 35mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 28/10£245
Wed 30/1018:20DEL - CMB
1 stop19h 35mAir Arabia
Sat 9/1103:40CMB - DEL
1 stop14h 00mAir Arabia
Deal found 28/10£488
Wed 27/1110:50DEL - CMB
1 stop13h 40mflydubai
Sat 30/1110:30CMB - DEL
2 stops23h 20mflydubai
Deal found 28/10£568
Fri 13/1214:30DEL - CMB
2 stops24h 30mAir India
Wed 18/1219:15CMB - DEL
1 stop18h 50mAir India
Deal found 28/10£569
Wed 6/1101:30DEL - CMB
1 stop22h 00mCathay Pacific
Sat 23/1100:45CMB - DEL
1 stop20h 50mCathay Pacific
Deal found 28/10£2,827
Fri 13/1209:45DEL - CMB
1 stop13h 45mSingapore Airlines
Tue 17/1200:45CMB - DEL
2 stops14h 25mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 28/10£3,321

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New Delhi Indira Gandhi IntlColombo Bandaranaike Intl

DEL - CMB

DELCMB

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Fri 13/12

1 stop7h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 17/12

1 stop10h 35m

£202

New Delhi Indira Gandhi IntlColombo Bandaranaike Intl

DEL - CMB

DELCMB

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Fri 13/12

1 stop7h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 18/12

Nonstop3h 35m

£221

New Delhi Indira Gandhi IntlColombo Bandaranaike Intl

DEL - CMB

DELCMB

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Fri 13/12

Nonstop3h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 17/12

Nonstop3h 35m

£245

New Delhi Indira Gandhi IntlColombo Bandaranaike Intl

DEL - CMB

DELCMB

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Tue 10/12

1 stop24h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 15/12

1 stop22h 40m

£477

New Delhi Indira Gandhi IntlColombo Bandaranaike Intl

DEL - CMB

DELCMB

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Wed 27/11

1 stop29h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 4/12

2 stops23h 20m

£568

New Delhi Indira Gandhi IntlColombo Bandaranaike Intl

DEL - CMB

DELCMB

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Fri 8/11

1 stop24h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 26/11

1 stop20h 50m

£2,827

New Delhi Indira Gandhi IntlColombo Bandaranaike Intl

DEL - CMB

DELCMB

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Fri 13/12

1 stop13h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 17/12

2 stops14h 25m

£3,321

New Delhi Indira Gandhi IntlColombo Bandaranaike Intl

DEL - CMB

DELCMB

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Wed 12/2

1 stop31h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 21/2

2 stops38h 10m

£10,094

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Travel insights for flights from New Delhi to Colombo

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How far ahead should I book a flight from New Delhi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from New Delhi to Colombo. Price data was last updated on 25 October 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from New Delhi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, you should look to book at least 90 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 New Delhi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Delhi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of £854). Flying from New Delhi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,068). 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 DEL to CMB?

Find hourly flight availability from New Delhi 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 29 October 2024.

When flying from New Delhi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 17% versus a flight at midday.

Weekly flight availability from New Delhi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from New Delhi 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 29 October 2024.

The most flights from DEL to CMB are scheduled on a Thursday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 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 29 October 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Air Arabia and flydubai from New Delhi to Colombo. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very Good
1,340 reviews

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything was poor and I had asked for some food and they told me to go to the serving place and get it . They weren’t very friendly and again I wanted upgrade to business and seats were empty and they said it was full . Will never fly with Singapore airlines

8.1
Very Good
1,340 reviews
8.1
Very Good
1,340 reviews

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything was poor and I had asked for some food and they told me to go to the serving place and get it . They weren’t very friendly and again I wanted upgrade to business and seats were empty and they said it was full . Will never fly with Singapore airlines

7.9
Good
51 reviews
8.1
Very Good
1,340 reviews

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything was poor and I had asked for some food and they told me to go to the serving place and get it . They weren’t very friendly and again I wanted upgrade to business and seats were empty and they said it was full . Will never fly with Singapore airlines

7.6
Good
874 reviews
8.1
Very Good
1,340 reviews

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything was poor and I had asked for some food and they told me to go to the serving place and get it . They weren’t very friendly and again I wanted upgrade to business and seats were empty and they said it was full . Will never fly with Singapore airlines

7.6
Good
1,640 reviews
8.1
Very Good
1,340 reviews

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything was poor and I had asked for some food and they told me to go to the serving place and get it . They weren’t very friendly and again I wanted upgrade to business and seats were empty and they said it was full . Will never fly with Singapore airlines

7.3
Good
103 reviews
8.1
Very Good
1,340 reviews

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything was poor and I had asked for some food and they told me to go to the serving place and get it . They weren’t very friendly and again I wanted upgrade to business and seats were empty and they said it was full . Will never fly with Singapore airlines

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Delhi to Colombo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly from for flights from New Delhi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl?

    Located just 7.8 mi from the city center, New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl from New Delhi. Booking flights from Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL) to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl should be relatively easy as there are 4 daily outbound flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl from 3 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from New Delhi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from New Delhi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport round-trip from £202. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are SriLankan Airlines, from £245, and Air Arabia, from £477. IndiGo is currently priced 9% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New Delhi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as £145 on Air India. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air Arabia from £261 and flydubai from £335 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from New Delhi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from New Delhi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport consider choosing Japan Airlines (94%), SriLankan Airlines (87%) or ITA Airways (82%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    The cheapest flight price from New Delhi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is £97. On average you can expect to pay £188. The most popular route, (New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl), can usually be booked for £167.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New Delhi to Colombo that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from New Delhi to Colombo?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New Delhi to Colombo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Delhi 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 New Delhi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Delhi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of £854). Flying from New Delhi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,068). 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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