Cheap flights from Chennai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from £79
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 17/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAA — CMB
25 Dez — 1 Jan1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chennai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl are usually found in June or July, booked 42 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday 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 25 November 2025.
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 25 November 2025.
Di 25/1109:35MAA - CMB
1 stop23h 05mAir India
Sa 20/1216:00CMB - MAA
1 stop6h 50mAir India
Deal found 23/11£134
Mi 10/1209:45MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 20mSriLankan Airlines
Do 11/1207:20CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 20mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 23/11£150
Di 25/1120:55MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 20mSriLankan Airlines
Sa 20/1213:35CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 20mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 23/11£150
Mi 10/1208:05MAA - CMB
1 stop23h 15mAir India
Do 11/1216:00CMB - MAA
1 stop6h 50mAir India
Deal found 23/11£186
Fr 26/1215:45MAA - CMB
1 stop23h 15mAir India
Mi 31/1209:40CMB - MAA
1 stop23h 05mAir India
Deal found 24/11£260
Fr 26/1215:55MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 20mSriLankan Airlines
Mi 31/1213:35CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 20mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 24/11£317
Do 25/1201:00MAA - CMB
1 stop23h 01mThai Airways
Di 30/1201:00CMB - MAA
1 stop23h 01mThai Airways
Deal found 24/11£936
Do 25/1200:20MAA - CMB
1 stop9h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mi 31/1207:30CMB - MAA
1 stop15h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/11£1,495
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 25 November 2025.
Mo 2/220:55MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 20mSriLankan Airlines
Mo 9/218:35CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 20mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 23/11£144
Mo 2/219:40MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 25mMultiple Airlines
Di 10/216:00CMB - MAA
1 stop6h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/11£179
Mi 10/1208:05MAA - CMB
1 stop23h 15mAir India
Do 11/1216:00CMB - MAA
1 stop9h 00mAir India
Deal found 22/11£186
Mi 10/1209:45MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 20mSriLankan Airlines
Do 11/1213:35CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 20mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 24/11£151
So 22/309:45MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sa 28/303:30CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/11£185
Fr 26/1215:45MAA - CMB
1 stop23h 15mAir India
Mi 31/1209:40CMB - MAA
1 stop23h 05mAir India
Deal found 24/11£260
Di 10/200:40MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mi 25/209:40CMB - MAA
2 stops11h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/11£549
Mi 11/211:45MAA - CMB
1 stop11h 50mMalaysia Airlines
Sa 21/200:40CMB - MAA
1 stop10h 05mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 23/11£2,375
So 1/200:40MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 20mMultiple Airlines
Do 12/216:30CMB - MAA
1 stop10h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/11£1,130
So 4/100:20MAA - CMB
1 stop9h 25mMalaysia Airlines
Mi 21/100:40CMB - MAA
1 stop10h 05mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 23/11£2,375
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 25 November 2025.
So 22/320:55MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 20mSriLankan Airlines
So 29/313:30CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 25mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 23/11£140
Mo 2/220:55MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 20mSriLankan Airlines
Mo 9/218:35CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 20mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 23/11£144
Mi 11/209:45MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 20mSriLankan Airlines
Mi 25/218:35CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 20mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 23/11£146
Mi 10/1209:45MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 20mSriLankan Airlines
Do 11/1207:20CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 20mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 23/11£150
Fr 13/215:55MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 20mSriLankan Airlines
Do 26/218:35CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 20mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 23/11£156
Do 12/220:55MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 20mSriLankan Airlines
So 22/213:35CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 20mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 23/11£163
So 1/200:40MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 20mIndiGo
Di 10/203:00CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 30mIndiGo
Deal found 23/11£164
So 1/200:40MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 20mIndiGo
So 8/209:10CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 30mIndiGo
Deal found 23/11£166
Sa 21/300:40MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 20mMultiple Airlines
So 29/313:30CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/11£166
Mo 2/220:55MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 20mSriLankan Airlines
Do 12/207:20CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 20mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 23/11£167
Last-minute flights from Chennai to Colombo
Discover last-minute flight deals from Chennai to Colombo. Data last updated 25 November 2025 and is based on user searches.
Di 25/1109:35MAA - CMB
1 stop23h 05mAir India
Sa 20/1216:00CMB - MAA
1 stop6h 50mAir India
Deal found 23/11£134
Di 25/1120:55MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 20mSriLankan Airlines
Sa 20/1213:35CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 20mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 23/11£150
Mi 10/1209:45MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 20mSriLankan Airlines
Do 11/1207:20CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 20mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 23/11£150
Mi 10/1208:05MAA - CMB
1 stop23h 15mAir India
Do 11/1216:00CMB - MAA
1 stop6h 50mAir India
Deal found 23/11£186
Do 25/1201:00MAA - CMB
1 stop23h 01mThai Airways
Di 30/1201:00CMB - MAA
1 stop23h 01mThai Airways
Deal found 24/11£936
Do 25/1200:20MAA - CMB
1 stop9h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mi 31/1207:30CMB - MAA
1 stop15h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/11£1,495
Fr 26/1215:45MAA - CMB
1 stop23h 15mAir India
Mi 31/1209:40CMB - MAA
1 stop23h 05mAir India
Deal found 24/11£260
Fr 26/1215:55MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 20mSriLankan Airlines
Mi 31/1213:35CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 20mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 24/11£317
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 25 November 2025.
Mi 17/1200:40MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 20mIndiGo
Deal found 24/11£79
Do 18/1207:15MAA - CMB
1 stop7h 45mAir India
Deal found 24/11£80
Do 18/1209:45MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 20mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 24/11£86
Do 18/1210:20MAA - CMB
2 stops12h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/11£173
Mi 17/1200:20MAA - CMB
1 stop15h 30mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 24/11£440
Mi 17/1201:00MAA - CMB
1 stop23h 01mThai Airways
Deal found 24/11£457
Mi 7/100:20MAA - CMB
1 stop9h 25mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 24/11£507
Cheapflights Fare Finder
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 25 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chennai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport that are best for you.
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Chennai
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Route
Depart
Return
Price
ChennaiColombo
MAA - CMB
MAACMB
Chennai
Mo 2/2
20:55-22:15
Nonstop1h 20m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Mo 9/2
18:35-19:55
Nonstop1h 20m
£144
ChennaiColombo
MAA - CMB
MAACMB
Chennai
Mi 10/12
09:45-11:05
Nonstop1h 20m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Do 11/12
13:35-14:55
Nonstop1h 20m
£151
ChennaiColombo
MAA - CMB
MAACMB
Chennai
Mo 2/2
19:40-21:05
Nonstop1h 25m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Di 10/2
16:00-22:50
1 stop6h 50m
£179
ChennaiColombo
MAA - CMB
MAACMB
Chennai
So 22/3
09:45-11:05
Nonstop1h 20m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Sa 28/3
03:30-04:50
Nonstop1h 20m
£185
ChennaiColombo
MAA - CMB
MAACMB
Chennai
Mi 10/12
08:05-07:20
1 stop23h 15m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Do 11/12
16:00-01:00
1 stop9h 00m
£186
ChennaiColombo
MAA - CMB
MAACMB
Chennai
Fr 26/12
15:45-15:00
1 stop23h 15m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Mi 31/12
09:40-08:45
1 stop23h 05m
£260
ChennaiColombo
MAA - CMB
MAACMB
Chennai
Di 10/2
00:40-02:00
Nonstop1h 20m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Mi 25/2
09:40-21:30
2 stops11h 50m
£549
ChennaiColombo
MAA - CMB
MAACMB
Chennai
So 1/2
00:40-02:00
Nonstop1h 20m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Do 12/2
16:30-02:30
1 stop10h 00m
£1,130
ChennaiColombo
MAA - CMB
MAACMB
Chennai
Mi 11/2
11:45-23:35
1 stop11h 50m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Sa 21/2
00:40-10:45
1 stop10h 05m
£2,375
ChennaiColombo
MAA - CMB
MAACMB
Chennai
So 4/1
00:20-09:45
1 stop9h 25m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Mi 21/1
00:40-10:45
1 stop10h 05m
£2,375
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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 21 November 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 42 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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of £90). Flying from Chennai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of £116). 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 25 November 2025.
A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Chennai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 5% 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 25 November 2025.
The most flights from MAA to CMB are scheduled on a Monday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).
How often are flights from Chennai to Colombo delayed?
About 10% of weekly flights between Chennai and Colombo have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 97 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Chennai to Colombo flights?
Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Tuesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Chennai to Colombo flights?
Over the past year, Corendon Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with no flights being classified as delayed.
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 25 November 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chennai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, such as SriLankan Airlines, IndiGo, andAir India. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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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 6 outbound flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl per day. 3 airlines have flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl from Chennai on a regular basis.
How long is the flight from Chennai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Departing from Chennai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport will take you 1h 20m. There are 401 mi between Chennai and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. Generally, flights for this route are direct.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chennai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport round-trip?
Currently priced at £90, 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 £106 and £119, respectively. You may be able to fly from Chennai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport for 27% 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?
£80 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Air India. You may also be able to find cheap deals on SriLankan Airlines and IndiGo, with prices starting from £86 and £89, 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: Ethiopian Air (100%), Air India (95%), Singapore Airlines( 95%).
What are the cheapest flights from Chennai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £41. While the most popular route (Chennai - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl) can be booked for £106 on average, our data indicates £451 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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of £90). Flying from Chennai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of £116). 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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