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Cheap flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai from £78

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 14/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMB — MAA
18 Oct — 25 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Chennai are usually found in June or July, booked 72 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Colombo to Chennai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Colombo (CMB) to Chennai (MAA). 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 18 September 2025.

Round-trip from

£116

One-way from

£78

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

June

Average price

£107

Good round-trip deal

£101 or less

Good one-way deal

£86 or less
IndiGo
  • IndiGo
  • 20/10-25/10
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 40m total
  • Colombo to Chennai
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IndiGo
  • IndiGo
  • 14/10
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 20m total
  • Colombo to Chennai
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£2 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Colombo to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Colombo to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 September 2025.

Thu 18/903:30CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 20mIndiGo
Tue 23/917:10MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 20mIndiGo
Deal found 16/9£98
Sun 19/1003:30CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 20mIndiGo
Sat 25/1011:30MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 20mIndiGo
Deal found 15/9£116
Fri 17/1013:30CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 25mSriLankan Airlines
Tue 21/1015:55MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 25mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 17/9£126
Mon 20/1013:30CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 25mSriLankan Airlines
Sat 25/1009:55MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 25mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 16/9£127
Thu 30/1018:35CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 20mSriLankan Airlines
Thu 6/1109:45MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 20mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 15/9£128
Tue 21/1003:30CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 20mIndiGo
Sat 25/1011:30MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 20mIndiGo
Deal found 15/9£135
Thu 18/903:20CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 20mAir India
Mon 22/901:05MAA - CMB
1 stop15h 00mAir India
Deal found 16/9£136
Thu 16/1003:30CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 20mIndiGo
Tue 21/1017:10MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 20mIndiGo
Deal found 17/9£136
Wed 17/903:20CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 18/921:15MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9£138

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Colombo to Chennai 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 18 September 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai that are best for you.

Fly from

Colombo

Fly to

Chennai

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColomboChennai

CMB - MAA

CMBMAA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 31/10

07:20-08:40

Nonstop1h 20m

Chennai

Fri 7/11

20:55-22:15

Nonstop1h 20m

£127

ColomboChennai

CMB - MAA

CMBMAA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 19/10

03:20-04:40

Nonstop1h 20m

Chennai

Fri 24/10

00:55-02:20

Nonstop1h 25m

£136

ColomboChennai

CMB - MAA

CMBMAA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 16/10

03:30-04:50

Nonstop1h 20m

Chennai

Tue 21/10

17:10-18:30

Nonstop1h 20m

£136

ColomboChennai

CMB - MAA

CMBMAA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 30/10

03:00-04:20

Nonstop1h 20m

Chennai

Thu 6/11

00:35-02:00

Nonstop1h 25m

£162

ColomboChennai

CMB - MAA

CMBMAA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 20/10

13:55-21:05

1 stop7h 10m

Chennai

Sat 25/10

15:55-17:20

Nonstop1h 25m

£168

ColomboChennai

CMB - MAA

CMBMAA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 26/2

13:35-14:55

Nonstop1h 20m

Chennai

Mon 2/3

20:55-22:15

Nonstop1h 20m

£189

ColomboChennai

CMB - MAA

CMBMAA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 20/10

09:45-19:30

1 stop9h 45m

Chennai

Sat 25/10

19:30-14:00

1 stop18h 30m

£195

ColomboChennai

CMB - MAA

CMBMAA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 14/10

19:30-20:50

Nonstop1h 20m

£78

ColomboChennai

CMB - MAA

CMBMAA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 17/11

22:45-06:35

1 stop7h 50m

£103

ColomboChennai

CMB - MAA

CMBMAA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 13/10

00:35-06:15

1 stop5h 40m

£118

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Best time to book a flight from Colombo to Chennai

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Colombo to Chennai. Price data was last updated on 12 September 2025.

The best time to book flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai is 72 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai (average of £620). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,013). 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 CMB to MAA?

Find hourly flight availability from Colombo to Chennai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 18 September 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 26% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Colombo to Chennai. Price data was last updated on 14 September 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai flight should consider departing on Friday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai?

Reviews of airlines servicing Chennai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chennai. 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 Chennai. Reviews last updated 18 September 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai, such as IndiGo, SriLankan Airlines, andAir India. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
IndiGo
6.9
Okay
484 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

5.7

Food

6.3

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.9

Boarding

6.9

Crew

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Darnie,Jul 2025

LKO - MAA

Whole concept of low cost in flying does not make sense. There are so many paid add ons that eventually the cost is the same as the full fare airline
IndiGo
6.9
Okay
484 reviews
IndiGo
6.9
Okay
484 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

5.7

Food

6.3

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.9

Boarding

6.9

Crew

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Darnie,Jul 2025

LKO - MAA

Whole concept of low cost in flying does not make sense. There are so many paid add ons that eventually the cost is the same as the full fare airline
SriLankan Airlines
6.8
Okay
75 reviews
IndiGo
6.9
Okay
484 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

5.7

Food

6.3

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.9

Boarding

6.9

Crew

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Darnie,Jul 2025

LKO - MAA

Whole concept of low cost in flying does not make sense. There are so many paid add ons that eventually the cost is the same as the full fare airline
Air India
5.5
Fair
2,932 reviews
IndiGo
6.9
Okay
484 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

5.7

Food

6.3

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.9

Boarding

6.9

Crew

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Darnie,Jul 2025

LKO - MAA

Whole concept of low cost in flying does not make sense. There are so many paid add ons that eventually the cost is the same as the full fare airline

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Colombo to Chennai. 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 into for flights to Chennai from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl?

    Most people fly into Chennai (MAA) if they book a flight to Chennai from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl. On average, Chennai has 8 inbound flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl per day from 4 airlines. Chennai is conveniently located just 10.2 mi from Chennai’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai?

    For as low as £127, SriLankan Airlines can have you in Chennai from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in 1h 20m. Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport and Chennai are separated by a distance of 401 mi. All flights are typically direct.

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

    According to our current data, FitsAir (£93), IndiGo (£95), and Air India (£98) offers the cheapest pricing from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai. You may be able to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai for 17% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    Consider IndiGo (92%), Air India (92%) or Singapore Airlines (92%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai.

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

    The cheapest flight price from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai is £45. On average you can expect to pay £98. The most popular route, (Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - Chennai), can usually be booked for £133.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai (average of £620). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,013). 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£93Average£110FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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IndiGoCheapest£95Average£107FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Air IndiaCheapest£98Average£110FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest£104Average£130FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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