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Explore the cheapest one-way and round-trip flights from Chennai International Airport to Colombo over the next 90 days, with one-way fares from THB 2,770 and round-trip from THB 6,910. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

      • Cheapest nonstop
        MAA 20:55
        1h 20m
        Nonstop
        CMB 22:15
        Chennai - Colombo | Sat, Nov 14 | SriLankan Airlines
        CMB 07:25
        1h 20m
        Nonstop
        MAA 08:45
        Colombo - Chennai | Wed, Nov 18 | SriLankan Airlines
        THB 6,910 THB 9,920
        30% off
        30% off
        THB 9,920 THB 6,910
      • MAA 09:50
        1h 20m
        Nonstop
        CMB 11:10
        Chennai - Colombo | Thu, Nov 19 | SriLankan Airlines
        CMB 07:25
        1h 20m
        Nonstop
        MAA 08:45
        Colombo - Chennai | Thu, Nov 26 | SriLankan Airlines
        THB 6,910 THB 9,920
        30% off
        30% off
        THB 9,920 THB 6,910
      • MAA 20:55
        1h 20m
        Nonstop
        CMB 22:15
        Chennai - Colombo | Sat, Nov 21 | SriLankan Airlines
        CMB 07:25
        1h 20m
        Nonstop
        MAA 08:45
        Colombo - Chennai | Tue, Nov 24 | SriLankan Airlines
        THB 6,920 THB 9,920
        30% off
        30% off
        THB 9,920 THB 6,920
      • MAA 09:50
        1h 20m
        Nonstop
        CMB 11:10
        Chennai - Colombo | Fri, Nov 20 | SriLankan Airlines
        CMB 07:25
        1h 20m
        Nonstop
        MAA 08:45
        Colombo - Chennai | Thu, Nov 26 | SriLankan Airlines
        THB 6,930
        30% off
        THB 9,920 THB 6,930
      • MAA 09:50
        1h 20m
        Nonstop
        CMB 11:10
        Chennai - Colombo | Fri, Oct 30 | SriLankan Airlines
        CMB 18:35
        1h 20m
        Nonstop
        MAA 19:55
        Colombo - Chennai | Sun, Nov 1 | SriLankan Airlines
        THB 6,930
        30% off
        THB 9,920 THB 6,930
      • MAA 15:55
        1h 20m
        Nonstop
        CMB 17:15
        Chennai - Colombo | Wed, Dec 2 | SriLankan Airlines
        CMB 07:25
        1h 20m
        Nonstop
        MAA 08:45
        Colombo - Chennai | Sat, Dec 5 | SriLankan Airlines
        THB 6,930
        30% off
        THB 9,920 THB 6,930
      • MAA 09:50
        1h 20m
        Nonstop
        CMB 11:10
        Chennai - Colombo | Sun, Nov 15 | SriLankan Airlines
        CMB 18:35
        1h 20m
        Nonstop
        MAA 19:55
        Colombo - Chennai | Thu, Nov 19 | SriLankan Airlines
        THB 6,930
        30% off
        THB 9,920 THB 6,930
      • MAA 09:50
        1h 20m
        Nonstop
        CMB 11:10
        Chennai - Colombo | Sun, Nov 1 | SriLankan Airlines
        CMB 07:25
        1h 20m
        Nonstop
        MAA 08:45
        Colombo - Chennai | Tue, Nov 3 | SriLankan Airlines
        THB 6,930
        30% off
        THB 9,920 THB 6,930
      • MAA 21:15
        1h 25m
        Nonstop
        CMB 22:40
        Chennai - Colombo | Mon, Oct 12 | SriLankan Airlines
        CMB 13:30
        1h 25m
        Nonstop
        MAA 14:55
        Colombo - Chennai | Wed, Oct 14 | SriLankan Airlines
        THB 6,930
        30% off
        THB 9,920 THB 6,930
      • MAA 09:55
        1h 25m
        Nonstop
        CMB 11:20
        Chennai - Colombo | Thu, Oct 15 | SriLankan Airlines
        CMB 18:45
        1h 25m
        Nonstop
        MAA 20:10
        Colombo - Chennai | Sat, Oct 17 | SriLankan Airlines
        THB 6,930
        30% off
        THB 9,920 THB 6,930
      • MAA 16:00
        1h 20m
        Nonstop
        CMB 17:20
        Chennai - Colombo | Sat, Oct 31 | SriLankan Airlines
        CMB 07:25
        1h 20m
        Nonstop
        MAA 08:45
        Colombo - Chennai | Wed, Nov 4 | SriLankan Airlines
        THB 6,930
        30% off
        THB 9,920 THB 6,930
      • MAA 20:55
        1h 20m
        Nonstop
        CMB 22:15
        Chennai - Colombo | Mon, Nov 16 | SriLankan Airlines
        CMB 07:25
        1h 20m
        Nonstop
        MAA 08:45
        Colombo - Chennai | Fri, Nov 20 | SriLankan Airlines
        THB 6,940
        30% off
        THB 9,920 THB 6,940
      • MAA 13:00
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        CMB 14:00
        Chennai - Colombo | Mon, Oct 5 | Normal Airline
        CMB 15:00
        6h
        Nonstop
        MAA 16:00
        Colombo - Chennai | Wed, Oct 7 | Normal Airline
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      • Cheapest nonstop
        MAA 20:55
        1h 20m
        Nonstop
        CMB 22:15
        Chennai - Colombo | Mon, Oct 26 | IndiGo
        THB 2,770 THB 4,820
        43% off
        43% off
        THB 4,820 THB 2,770
      • MAA 01:20
        1h 20m
        Nonstop
        CMB 02:40
        Chennai - Colombo | Sat, Oct 24 | IndiGo
        THB 2,770 THB 4,820
        43% off
        43% off
        THB 4,820 THB 2,770
      • MAA 19:40
        1h 20m
        Nonstop
        CMB 21:00
        Chennai - Colombo | Mon, Oct 5 | IndiGo
        THB 2,840 THB 4,820
        41% off
        41% off
        THB 4,820 THB 2,840
      • MAA 14:55
        1h 20m
        Nonstop
        CMB 16:15
        Chennai - Colombo | Fri, Oct 23 | IndiGo
        THB 3,010
        38% off
        THB 4,820 THB 3,010
      • MAA 00:40
        1h 20m
        Nonstop
        CMB 02:00
        Chennai - Colombo | Fri, Oct 30 | IndiGo
        THB 3,020
        37% off
        THB 4,820 THB 3,020
      • MAA 19:40
        1h 20m
        Nonstop
        CMB 21:00
        Chennai - Colombo | Wed, Oct 7 | IndiGo
        THB 3,220
        33% off
        THB 4,820 THB 3,220
      • MAA 14:55
        1h 20m
        Nonstop
        CMB 16:15
        Chennai - Colombo | Sun, Oct 25 | IndiGo
        THB 3,280
        32% off
        THB 4,820 THB 3,280
      • MAA 01:20
        1h 20m
        Nonstop
        CMB 02:40
        Chennai - Colombo | Thu, Oct 22 | IndiGo
        THB 3,320
        31% off
        THB 4,820 THB 3,320
      • MAA 19:40
        1h 20m
        Nonstop
        CMB 21:00
        Chennai - Colombo | Sat, Oct 10 | IndiGo
        THB 3,340
        31% off
        THB 4,820 THB 3,340
      • MAA 10:10
        1h 20m
        Nonstop
        CMB 11:30
        Chennai - Colombo | Sat, Oct 31 | IndiGo
        THB 3,350
        30% off
        THB 4,820 THB 3,350
      • MAA 00:40
        1h 20m
        Nonstop
        CMB 02:00
        Chennai - Colombo | Sun, Nov 15 | IndiGo
        THB 3,350
        30% off
        THB 4,820 THB 3,350
      • MAA 19:40
        1h 20m
        Nonstop
        CMB 21:00
        Chennai - Colombo | Mon, Oct 12 | IndiGo
        THB 3,370
        30% off
        THB 4,820 THB 3,370
      • MAA 13:00
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        CMB 14:00
        Chennai - Colombo | Mon, Oct 5 | Normal Airline
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Displayed flight fares from Chennai International Airport to Colombo are based on average prices across airlines for the next 3 months, according to the latest Trip.com database.

Trip.com Price Insights: Flights from Chennai International Airport to Colombo

What is the cheapest month for one-way flights from Chennai International Airport to Colombo?

Data is based on average one-way flight prices from Chennai International Airport to Colombo in Trip.com's database over the past 12 months.

According to Trip.com's data from the past 12 months, the cheapest month for one-way flights from Chennai International Airport to Colombo is October, with an average price of THB 3,190. In contrast, the most expensive month is usually August, with an average price of THB 4,960.

THB 4,960
THB 4,075
THB 3,190
THB 2,305
    Cheapest
  • THB 4,610
    Sep
  • THB 3,190
    Oct
  • THB 3,250
    Nov
  • THB 3,750
    Dec
  • THB 3,480
    Jan
  • THB 3,540
    Feb
  • THB 3,440
    Mar
  • THB 4,130
    Apr
  • THB 4,120
    May
  • THB 3,660
    Jun
  • THB 4,370
    Jul
  • THB 4,960
    Aug

What’s the cheapest month to book a round-trip flight from Chennai International Airport to Colombo?

The data is based on the past 12 months and shows the average monthly round-trip fares from Chennai International Airport to Colombo in the Trip.com database.

Based on Trip.com’s data from the past 12 months, October is usually the cheapest month to find flights from Chennai International Airport to Colombo, with an average price of THB 6,090. In contrast, December is typically the most expensive month, with average fares reaching THB 7,830.

THB 7,830
THB 6,960
THB 6,090
THB 5,220
    Cheapest
  • THB 7,420
    Sep
  • THB 6,090
    Oct
  • THB 6,450
    Nov
  • THB 7,830
    Dec
  • THB 6,820
    Jan
  • THB 7,550
    Feb
  • THB 6,880
    Mar
  • THB 6,920
    Apr
  • THB 7,120
    May
  • THB 7,660
    Jun
  • THB 7,220
    Jul
  • THB 7,430
    Aug

What is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chennai International Airport to Colombo?

The data is based on the past 12 months and shows the average ticket prices from Chennai International Airport to Colombo for each day of the week in the Trip.com database.

Based on Trip.com’s data from the past 12 months, the cheapest day to depart from Chennai International Airport to Colombo is Tuesday, with average fares usually lower than on other days. Avoid flying on Wednesday, as ticket prices are typically highest that day.

THB 4,040
THB 3,820
THB 3,600
THB 3,380
  • THB 3,770
    Mon
  • THB 3,600
    Tue
  • THB 4,040
    Wed
  • THB 3,710
    Thu
  • THB 3,890
    Fri
  • THB 3,990
    Sat
  • THB 3,890
    Sun

Which airlines are the most popular for Chennai International Airport to Colombo flights?

See which airlines fly from Chennai International Airport to Colombo. Find the airline that best meets your travel needs by comparing prices and treat yourself to an enjoyable journey.
SriLankan Airlines logo SriLankan Airlines
IndiGo logo IndiGo

Flight Schedule from Chennai International Airport to Colombo

Check the schedule for flights from Chennai International Airport to Colombo and find the flight that best matches your travel plans.

Flight info.
Departure
Arrival
Weekly Schedule

  1. 6E1171

    Chennai International Airport

    01:20

    MAA

    1h 20m

    02:40

    CMB

    S M T W T F S
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  2. 6E1173

    Chennai International Airport

    19:40

    MAA

    1h 20m

    21:00

    CMB

    S M T W T F S
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  3. 6E1179

    Chennai International Airport

    14:55

    MAA

    1h 20m

    16:15

    CMB

    S M - W T F S
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  4. 6E1175

    Chennai International Airport

    10:10

    MAA

    1h 20m

    11:30

    CMB

    S M T W T F S
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  5. UL124

    Chennai International Airport

    21:15

    MAA

    1h 25m

    22:40

    CMB

    S M T W T F S
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What to know about flights from Chennai International Airport to Colombo?

Cheapest return ticket price THB 6,880
Cheapest one-way flight price THB 2,770
Off-season for travel October
Peak season for travel January

FAQs for Chennai International Airport to Colombo Flights

  • When is peak season for travel to Colombo?

    ؜The peak travel time for visiting Colombo is October. During this time, flights from Chennai International Airport to Colombo are the most expensive. Cheap tickets can still be booked on Trip.com.
  • Flights from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) take around 1 hour 20 minutes.
  • There are 1 airport(s) near Colombo (CMB): Bandaranaike International Airport.
  • IndiGo is a very popular airline operating an average of 2896 flights per month.
  • The earliest flight departs from Chennai International Airport (MAA) at 09:55 and arrives in Colombo (CMB) at 11:20.
  • The latest flight departs from Chennai International Airport (MAA) at 21:15 and arrives in Colombo (CMB) at 22:40.
    • The distance from Bandaranaike International Airport to downtown is about 29 km, by taxi about 40 minutes.
  • Yes. IndiGo and SriLankan Airlines operate direct flights from Chennai International Airport to Colombo. The average flight time is approximately 1 hour 3 minutes, with about 5 flights per week. Actual schedules may vary by season.
  • The cheapest one-way flight from Chennai International Airport to Colombo currently starts from THB 2,770, with round-trip fares from THB 6,910. The lowest fare is offered by IndiGo departing on Mon, Oct 26; prices are subject to availability.
  • Yes. The average flight time from Chennai International Airport to Colombo is about 1 hour 3 minutes. Actual flight time may vary due to routing, weather, and air traffic.
  • Currently, multiple airlines offer flights from Chennai International Airport to Colombo, including: SriLankan Airlines IndiGo Air India The selected airlines are based on Trip.com user booking data from the past 90 days.
  • Based on Trip.com flight data for departures within the next 30 days, the average one-way fare from Chennai International Airport to Colombo is THB 7,310, and the average round-trip fare is THB 13,760. Prices may vary depending on the departure date, airline, and availability.
  • Flights from Chennai International Airport to Colombo are usually cheapest in October, with an average one-way fare of about THB 7,310. Prices may vary depending on the departure date, airline, and availability.
  • The earliest flight from Chennai International Airport to Colombo departs at 01:20, and the latest one departs at 21:15. There are approximately 7 flights per day. Flight times may change, so please check the latest departure and arrival times before your trip.
  • Flights from Chennai International Airport to Colombo usually arrive at Bandaranaike International Airport. Bandaranaike International Airport is the most convenient option for this route.
  • IndiGo are the most popular budget airlines flying from Chennai International Airport to Colombo. Basic fares start from THB 2,770. Before comparing final prices, watch out for baggage, seat selection, and payment surcharges.

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