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Cheap flights from Chennai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from £48
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 22/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAA — CMB
14 Nov — 21 Nov1
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chennai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl are usually found in June or July, booked 23 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday 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 15 October 2025.
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Cheapest flights from Chennai to ColomboExplore 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 15 October 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 15 October 2025.
Wed 15/1001:05MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 25mIndiGo
Sun 19/1013:50CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 20mIndiGo
Deal found 14/10£106
Thu 27/1119:40MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 25mIndiGo
Wed 3/1203:00CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 30mIndiGo
Deal found 13/10£109
Thu 27/1106:15MAA - CMB
1 stop8h 45mAir India
Thu 4/1216:00CMB - MAA
1 stop9h 00mAir India
Deal found 13/10£115
Wed 15/1000:55MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 25mAir India
Wed 22/1008:20CMB - MAA
1 stop15h 35mAir India
Deal found 14/10£120
Fri 7/1107:10MAA - CMB
1 stop7h 50mAir India
Sun 9/1108:20CMB - MAA
1 stop26h 00mAir India
Deal found 14/10£122
Thu 16/1021:15MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 25mSriLankan Airlines
Wed 22/1007:25CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 25mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 13/10£132
Wed 15/1000:55MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 25mAir India
Sun 19/1016:00CMB - MAA
1 stop16h 55mAir India
Deal found 14/10£133
Wed 12/1120:55MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 20mSriLankan Airlines
Sun 16/1118:35CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 20mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 14/10£138
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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 15 October 2025.
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Chennai
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Colombo
Route
Depart
Return
Price
ChennaiColombo
MAA - CMB
MAACMB
Chennai
Thu 27/11
06:15-15:00
1 stop8h 45m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Thu 4/12
16:00-01:00
1 stop9h 00m
£115
ChennaiColombo
MAA - CMB
MAACMB
Chennai
Wed 26/11
00:40-02:00
Nonstop1h 20m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Thu 4/12
09:10-10:35
Nonstop1h 25m
£125
ChennaiColombo
MAA - CMB
MAACMB
Chennai
Fri 7/11
09:45-11:05
Nonstop1h 20m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Sun 9/11
13:35-14:55
Nonstop1h 20m
£138
ChennaiColombo
MAA - CMB
MAACMB
Chennai
Thu 27/11
15:45-15:00
1 stop23h 15m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Wed 3/12
03:00-04:30
Nonstop1h 30m
£148
ChennaiColombo
MAA - CMB
MAACMB
Chennai
Fri 13/2
15:55-17:15
Nonstop1h 20m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Tue 17/2
13:35-14:55
Nonstop1h 20m
£148
ChennaiColombo
MAA - CMB
MAACMB
Chennai
Fri 13/2
07:10-15:00
1 stop7h 50m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Tue 17/2
16:00-22:50
1 stop6h 50m
£153
ChennaiColombo
MAA - CMB
MAACMB
Chennai
Thu 6/11
00:40-02:00
Nonstop1h 20m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Sun 9/11
08:20-19:10
1 stop10h 50m
£154
ChennaiColombo
MAA - CMB
MAACMB
Chennai
Fri 26/12
21:00-15:00
1 stop18h 00m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Wed 31/12
09:40-20:10
1 stop10h 30m
£163
ChennaiColombo
MAA - CMB
MAACMB
Chennai
Wed 22/10
00:55-02:20
Nonstop1h 25m
£50
ChennaiColombo
MAA - CMB
MAACMB
Chennai
Sat 22/11
19:40-21:05
Nonstop1h 25m
£58
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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 10 October 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 23 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 £89). Flying from Chennai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of £115). 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 15 October 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 5% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.
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 15 October 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.
Comfort
6.8
Food
7.0
Boarding
6.7
Crew
7.5
Entertainment
6.3
Overall
6.9
Reviews
1 / 1
8.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Jan 2024
CMB - SYD
Comfort
6.8
Food
7.0
Boarding
6.7
Crew
7.5
Entertainment
6.3
Overall
6.9
Reviews
1 / 1
8.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Jan 2024
CMB - SYD
Comfort
6.8
Food
7.0
Boarding
6.7
Crew
7.5
Entertainment
6.3
Overall
6.9
Reviews
1 / 1
8.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Jan 2024
CMB - SYD
Comfort
6.8
Food
7.0
Boarding
6.7
Crew
7.5
Entertainment
6.3
Overall
6.9
Reviews
1 / 1
8.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Jan 2024
CMB - SYD
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