Cheap flights from Chennai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from £82
This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAA — CMB
3 Oct — 10 Oct1
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 November or September, booked 72 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Thursday and return on a Sunday
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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 3 September 2026.
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Deal found 31/8£155
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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 3 September 2026.
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Deal found 31/8£1,023
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Deal found 1/9£1,985
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 3 September 2026.
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Deal found 3/9£173
Last-minute flights from Chennai to Colombo
Discover last-minute flight deals from Chennai to Colombo. Data last updated 3 September 2026 and is based on user searches.
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Deal found 1/9£248
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Deal found 31/8£242
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 3 September 2026.
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Deal found 30/8£631
Find 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 3 September 2026.
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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated 3 September 2026.
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MAA Chennai - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
MAACMB
Chennai
Tue 2/2
16:00-17:20
Nonstop1h 20m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£83
ChennaiColombo
MAA Chennai - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
MAACMB
Chennai
Tue 2/2
20:00-07:20
1 stop11h 20m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£192
ChennaiColombo
MAA Chennai - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
MAACMB
Chennai
Sat 12/9
20:10-16:35
2 stops20h 25m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£604
ChennaiColombo
MAA Chennai - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
MAACMB
Chennai
Thu 25/2
06:00-00:45
2 stops18h 45m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£605
ChennaiColombo
MAA Chennai - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
MAACMB
Chennai
Tue 15/9
20:10-18:15
2 stops22h 05m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£605
ChennaiColombo
MAA Chennai - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
MAACMB
Chennai
Sat 31/10
06:00-00:45
2 stops18h 45m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£605
ChennaiColombo
MAA Chennai - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
MAACMB
Chennai
Sat 17/10
20:10-16:35
2 stops20h 25m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£607
ChennaiColombo
MAA Chennai - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
MAACMB
Chennai
Wed 21/10
14:00-16:35
2 stops26h 35m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£607
ChennaiColombo
MAA Chennai - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
MAACMB
Chennai
Mon 26/10
06:00-10:15
3 stops28h 15m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£631
ChennaiColombo
MAA Chennai - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
MAACMB
Chennai
Sun 4/10
21:40-16:35
2 stops18h 55m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£631
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chennai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Chennai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
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 71 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of £124). Flying from Chennai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £172). 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 3 September 2026.
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 7% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Chennai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Airfare is above average for this route at the moment.
Chennai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights typically cost between £108 and £154 in October.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £155 on SriLankan Airlines (15 Oct–22 Oct).
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 3 September 2026.
The most flights from MAA to CMB are scheduled on a Wednesday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).
How often are flights from Chennai to Colombo delayed?
About 11% 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?
Monday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Wednesday 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, IndiGo have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 7% of flights being 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 3 September 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chennai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, such as SriLankan Airlines and IndiGo. 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 4 outbound flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl per day. 2 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 £117, 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. Check Cheapflights for deals on SriLankan Airlines for as low as £131. You may be able to fly from Chennai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport for 20% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.
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: IndiGo (93%), SriLankan Airlines (86%), Air India( 86%).
What are the cheapest flights from Chennai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £74. While the most popular route (Chennai - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl) can be booked for £103 on average, our data indicates £140 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of £124). Flying from Chennai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £172). 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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