Cheap flights from India to Sri Lanka from £73

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 8/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DEL — CMB
17 Jun — 24 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from India to Sri Lanka

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Cheapest flights from India to Sri Lanka
Explore the most affordable flight options available from India to Sri Lanka. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 May 2026.

Thu 9/721:15
MAA
-
CMB
Nonstop1h 25m
SriLankan Airlines
Sun 12/713:30
CMB
-
MAA
Nonstop1h 25m
SriLankan Airlines
Deal found 17/5£153
Fri 31/721:15
MAA
-
CMB
Nonstop1h 25m
SriLankan Airlines
Sun 2/807:25
CMB
-
MAA
Nonstop1h 25m
SriLankan Airlines
Deal found 16/5£154
Thu 30/721:15
MAA
-
CMB
Nonstop1h 25m
SriLankan Airlines
Sun 2/807:25
CMB
-
MAA
Nonstop1h 25m
SriLankan Airlines
Deal found 16/5£155
Wed 17/609:55
MAA
-
CMB
Nonstop1h 25m
SriLankan Airlines
Tue 23/613:35
CMB
-
MAA
Nonstop1h 25m
SriLankan Airlines
Deal found 14/5£158
Wed 17/612:25
MAA
-
CMB
1 stop26h 35m
Air India
Tue 23/605:00
CMB
-
MAA
1 stop7h 45m
Air India
Deal found 14/5£160
Mon 22/619:40
MAA
-
CMB
Nonstop1h 20m
IndiGo
Tue 23/603:45
CMB
-
MAA
Nonstop1h 20m
IndiGo
Deal found 16/5£163
Thu 9/714:00
MAA
-
CMB
1 stop14h 00m
Air India
Sun 12/716:00
CMB
-
MAA
1 stop9h 05m
Air India
Deal found 17/5£164
Mon 22/611:00
MAA
-
CMB
1 stop29h 05m
Air India
Wed 24/605:00
CMB
-
MAA
1 stop7h 45m
Air India
Deal found 16/5£167
Fri 5/621:15
MAA
-
CMB
Nonstop1h 25m
SriLankan Airlines
Sun 7/607:25
CMB
-
MAA
Nonstop1h 25m
SriLankan Airlines
Deal found 15/5£167
Tue 23/608:05
MAA
-
CMB
1 stop19h 55m
Air India
Thu 25/605:00
CMB
-
MAA
1 stop14h 10m
Air India
Deal found 15/5£168
Fri 5/608:05
MAA
-
CMB
1 stop19h 55m
Air India
Sun 7/605:00
CMB
-
MAA
1 stop7h 45m
Air India
Deal found 15/5£174
Tue 24/1103:10
BOM
-
CMB
Nonstop2h 25m
SriLankan Airlines
Sat 28/1117:05
CMB
-
BOM
Nonstop2h 40m
SriLankan Airlines
Deal found 13/5£191

Find flight deals from India to Sri Lanka

Keep the following information in mind while searching for India to Sri Lanka flight deals. Data was last updated 18 May 2026.

Round-trip from

£153

One-way from

£73

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

£221

Good round-trip deal

£98 or less

Good one-way deal

£80 or less
SriLankan Airlines
  • SriLankan Airlines
  • 9/7-12/7
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 50m total
  • India to Sri Lanka
IndiGo
  • IndiGo
  • 8/6
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 20m total
  • India to Sri Lanka
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (£8 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£3 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from India to Sri Lanka.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from India to Sri Lanka.

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Customise your flight search to find flights from India to Sri Lanka 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 May 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from India to Sri Lanka that are best for you.

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Price

Cheapest return flight

New DelhiColombo

DEL - CMB

DELCMB

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Tue 16/6

12:40-16:05

Nonstop3h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 22/6

16:00-22:50

1 stop6h 50m

£206

MumbaiColombo

BOM - CMB

BOMCMB

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Fri 29/5

14:30-20:15

1 stop5h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 1/6

00:55-00:05

2 stops23h 10m

£257
Fastest return journey

MumbaiColombo

BOM - CMB

BOMCMB

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Fri 12/6

20:30-04:00

1 stop7h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 22/6

16:00-18:40

Nonstop2h 40m

£265

MumbaiColombo

BOM - CMB

BOMCMB

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Tue 23/6

20:30-04:00

1 stop7h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 27/6

16:00-18:40

Nonstop2h 40m

£279

ChennaiColombo

MAA - CMB

MAACMB

Chennai

Fri 26/6

06:55-16:05

1 stop9h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 4/7

16:00-01:05

1 stop9h 05m

£284

MumbaiColombo

BOM - CMB

BOMCMB

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Mon 21/9

12:25-15:00

Nonstop2h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 23/9

08:00-18:20

2 stops10h 20m

£297

MumbaiColombo

BOM - CMB

BOMCMB

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Thu 17/9

07:30-16:05

1 stop8h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 20/9

17:05-01:25

1 stop8h 20m

£310

MumbaiColombo

BOM - CMB

BOMCMB

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Wed 30/9

06:10-08:40

Nonstop2h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 4/10

08:00-15:50

1 stop7h 50m

£313

New DelhiColombo

DEL - CMB

DELCMB

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Wed 1/7

22:30-15:00

1 stop16h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 7/7

17:05-20:50

Nonstop3h 45m

£329

MumbaiColombo

BOM - CMB

BOMCMB

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Fri 26/6

20:30-04:00

1 stop7h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 1/7

05:00-12:50

1 stop7h 50m

£341

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Best time to book a flight from India to Sri Lanka

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Sri Lanka from India with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from India to Sri Lanka

How far ahead should I book a flight from India to Sri Lanka?

The best time to book flights from India to Sri Lanka is 6 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 India to Sri Lanka?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from India to Sri Lanka (average of £152). Flying from India to Sri Lanka in January is currently the most expensive (average of £218). 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 IN to LK?

Find hourly flight availability from India to Sri Lanka. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 18 May 2026.

When flying from India to Sri Lanka, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 25% versus a flight at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from India to Sri Lanka?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from India to Sri Lanka. Price data was last updated on 9 May 2026.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their India to Sri Lanka flight should consider departing on Sunday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from India to Sri Lanka

Explore weekly flight availability from India to Sri Lanka. 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 18 May 2026.

The most flights from IN0 to LK0 are scheduled on a Saturday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

How often are flights from India to Sri Lanka delayed?

About 17% of weekly flights between India and Sri Lanka have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 109 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for India to Sri Lanka flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Thursday 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 India to Sri Lanka flights?

Over the past year, IndiGo have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 8% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Sri Lanka

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sri Lanka. 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 Sri Lanka. Reviews last updated 18 May 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with SriLankan Airlines,IndiGo, andAir India from India to Sri Lanka have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

6.8

Crew

7.6

Entertainment

6.2

Overall

6.8

Food

7.0

Comfort

6.8

Reviews

1 / 1
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2024

CMB - SYD

It was ok. Not an excellent service for the cost paid

Boarding

6.8

Crew

7.6

Entertainment

6.2

Overall

6.8

Food

7.0

Comfort

6.8

Reviews

1 / 1
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2024

CMB - SYD

It was ok. Not an excellent service for the cost paid

Boarding

6.8

Crew

7.6

Entertainment

6.2

Overall

6.8

Food

7.0

Comfort

6.8

Reviews

1 / 1
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2024

CMB - SYD

It was ok. Not an excellent service for the cost paid

Boarding

6.8

Crew

7.6

Entertainment

6.2

Overall

6.8

Food

7.0

Comfort

6.8

Reviews

1 / 1
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2024

CMB - SYD

It was ok. Not an excellent service for the cost paid

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from India to Sri Lanka. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How long is the flight from India to Sri Lanka?

    A quick flight from India to Sri Lanka can take about 3h 25m. Air India provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £206. The distance between India and Sri Lanka is about 1487 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from India to Sri Lanka one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as £40 on Air India. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include IndiGo from £48 and SriLankan Airlines from £50 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from India to Sri Lanka that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on India to Sri Lanka flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from India to Sri Lanka?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from India to Sri Lanka?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from India to Sri Lanka 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 India to Sri Lanka?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from India to Sri Lanka (average of £152). Flying from India to Sri Lanka in January is currently the most expensive (average of £218). 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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Top 3 airlines flying from India to Sri Lanka

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from India to Sri Lanka. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 18 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air IndiaCheapest£78Average£200FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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IndiGoCheapest£104Average£190FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest£117Average£195FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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