Airlines operating flights from Chennai to Colombo
Choose from 3 airlines flying from Chennai to Colombo, including SriLankan Airlines, IndiGo and Air India. IndiGo currently offers the cheapest ticket on this route.
Flight deals from Chennai to Colombo
Find the cheapest direct flight options from Chennai to Colombo over the next three months. Book one-way tickets from NZD 122 and round-trip tickets from NZD 259.
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MAA 00:401h 20mDirectCMB 02:00Chennai - Colombo | Thu, Jan 8 | IndiGo
CMB 17:151h 25mDirectMAA 18:40Colombo - Chennai | Thu, Jan 15 | IndiGoNZD 259 NZD 38332% OFF32% OFFNZD 383 NZD 259 -
MAA 19:401h 25mDirectCMB 21:05Chennai - Colombo | Thu, Dec 18 | IndiGo
CMB 17:151h 25mDirectMAA 18:40Colombo - Chennai | Sat, Dec 20 | IndiGoNZD 266 NZD 38331% OFF31% OFFNZD 383 NZD 266 -
MAA 09:451h 20mDirectCMB 11:05Chennai - Colombo | Fri, Jan 9 | SriLankan Airlines
CMB 18:351h 20mDirectMAA 19:55Colombo - Chennai | Wed, Jan 14 | SriLankan AirlinesNZD 279 NZD 38327% OFF27% OFFNZD 383 NZD 279 -
MAA 15:551h 20mDirectCMB 17:15Chennai - Colombo | Thu, Jan 8 | SriLankan Airlines
CMB 18:351h 20mDirectMAA 19:55Colombo - Chennai | Tue, Jan 13 | SriLankan AirlinesNZD 28027% OFFNZD 383 NZD 280 -
MAA 07:157h 45m1 stopCMB 15:00Chennai - Colombo | Tue, Dec 16 | Air India
CMB 08:2020h 35m1 stopMAA 04:55Colombo - Chennai | Mon, Dec 22 | Air IndiaNZD 24736% OFFNZD 383 NZD 247 -
MAA 16:2015h1 stopCMB 07:20Chennai - Colombo | Thu, Jan 29 | Air India
CMB 16:0016h 45m1 stopMAA 08:45Colombo - Chennai | Sat, Jan 31 | Air IndiaNZD 25633% OFFNZD 383 NZD 256 -
MAA 15:4523h 15m1 stopCMB 15:00Chennai - Colombo | Mon, Jan 26 | Air India
CMB 16:009h1 stopMAA 01:00Colombo - Chennai | Mon, Feb 2 | Air IndiaNZD 26232% OFFNZD 383 NZD 262 -
MAA 06:559h 10m1 stopCMB 16:05Chennai - Colombo | Thu, Jan 22 | Air India
CMB 16:009h1 stopMAA 01:00Colombo - Chennai | Thu, Jan 29 | Air IndiaNZD 27128% OFFNZD 383 NZD 271 -
MAA 21:4018h 25m1 stopCMB 16:05Chennai - Colombo | Sun, Jan 25 | Air India
CMB 16:006h 50m1 stopMAA 22:50Colombo - Chennai | Fri, Jan 30 | Air IndiaNZD 27328% OFFNZD 383 NZD 273 -
MAA 21:1017h 50m1 stopCMB 15:00Chennai - Colombo | Thu, Jan 15 | Air India
CMB 09:409h 30m1 stopMAA 19:10Colombo - Chennai | Wed, Jan 21 | Air IndiaNZD 27428% OFFNZD 383 NZD 274 -
MAA 13:0017h 25m1 stopCMB Invalid DateChennai - Colombo | Sun, Dec 14 | Normal Airline
CMB 15:006hDirectMAA 16:00Colombo - Chennai | Tue, Dec 16 | Normal AirlineFind More FlightsFind More Flights
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Cheapest nonstop
MAA 19:401h 25mDirectCMB 21:05Chennai - Colombo | Thu, Feb 5 | IndiGoNZD 122 NZD 19337% OFF37% OFFNZD 193 NZD 122 -
MAA 19:401h 25mDirectCMB 21:05Chennai - Colombo | Fri, Jan 30 | IndiGoNZD 131 NZD 19332% OFF32% OFFNZD 193 NZD 131 -
MAA 00:401h 20mDirectCMB 02:00Chennai - Colombo | Sat, Jan 3 | IndiGoNZD 132 NZD 19332% OFF32% OFFNZD 193 NZD 132 -
MAA 19:401h 25mDirectCMB 21:05Chennai - Colombo | Sat, Feb 7 | IndiGoNZD 14127% OFFNZD 193 NZD 141 -
MAA 19:401h 25mDirectCMB 21:05Chennai - Colombo | Wed, Feb 4 | IndiGoNZD 14127% OFFNZD 193 NZD 141 -
MAA 06:0010h 5m1 stopCMB 16:05Chennai - Colombo | Fri, Jan 16 | Air IndiaNZD 13232% OFFNZD 193 NZD 132 -
MAA 06:5524h 25m1 stopCMB 07:20Chennai - Colombo | Wed, Feb 4 | Air IndiaNZD 13630% OFFNZD 193 NZD 136 -
MAA 11:4027h 20m1 stopCMB 15:00Chennai - Colombo | Sun, Jan 4 | Air IndiaNZD 13828% OFFNZD 193 NZD 138 -
MAA 16:2514h 55m1 stopCMB 07:20Chennai - Colombo | Sat, Feb 7 | Air IndiaNZD 13928% OFFNZD 193 NZD 139 -
MAA 09:3523h 5m1 stopCMB 08:40Chennai - Colombo | Tue, Jan 13 | Air IndiaNZD 14028% OFFNZD 193 NZD 140 -
MAA 13:0017h 25m1 stopCMB Invalid DateChennai - Colombo | Sun, Dec 14 | Normal AirlineFind More FlightsFind More Flights
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Displayed flight fares from Chennai to Colombo are based on average prices across airlines for the next 3 months, according to the latest Trip.com database.
Flight details for Chennai to Colombo
The distance between Chennai and Colombo is 674.94 km. It takes around 1 hour 21 minutes on average to fly from Chennai to Colombo. Based on Trip.com's data, travel demand peaks in January. The off-season for travel is October.
| Cheapest one-way flight price | NZD 122 |
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| Cheapest round-trip ticket price | NZD 247 |
| Off-season for travel | October |
| Peak season for travel | January |
| Flight distance | 674.94 km |
| Average flight time | 1 hour 21 minutes |
| Popular airline | SriLankan Airlines |
Find the best time to fly from Chennai to Colombo
The cheapest time for Chennai to Colombo flights: Feb 15 to Feb 22 — one way flight prices from NZD 95.
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Flight FAQs
What are the cheapest flights from Chennai to Colombo (MAA-CMB)?
Based on Trip.com data, IndiGo offers one-way fares as low as NZD 122 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. MAA to CMB on Thu, Feb 5), while Air India offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from NZD 247 departing on Tue, Dec 16 and returning on Mon, Dec 22.Which airlines offer direct flights from Chennai to Colombo?
At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from Chennai to Colombo with the following airlines, including: SriLankan Airlines IndiGo Air India Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.How long does it take to fly from Chennai (MAA) to Colombo (CMB) and what is the distance?
It takes around 1 hour 21 minutes to fly from Chennai (MAA) to Colombo (CMB).When is the best time to book flights from Chennai to Colombo?
By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Chennai to Colombo is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.How many flights are there per week from Chennai to Colombo?
Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 44 flight per week flying from Chennai to Colombo. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: SriLankan Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- UL122 (10:21) SriLankan Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- UL128 (16:05) SriLankan Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- UL124 (21:00)How can I find the best deals on flights from Chennai to Colombo?
To find best deals on flights from Chennai to Colombo, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
· Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Thu, Feb 5, with one-way flights priced at just NZD 122.
· Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is IndiGo.
· Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
· Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
· Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Colombo travel is around January.
· Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.When are flight tickets from Chennai (MAA) to Colombo (CMB) the cheapest?
The cheapest months to fly from Chennai to Colombo is October, when demand for travel is lower.Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Chennai to Colombo on?
After crunching the numbers on our December flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Chennai to Colombo on December 12, 2025 with Air India, with prices starting at NZD 101.Which airports can I fly to for Colombo from Chennai?
You can land at any one of the following hubs in Colombo, with Chennai International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport (MAA-CMB) is by far the most common option on this route: Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB).Is there any time difference between Chennai and Colombo?
The time difference between Colombo and Chennai is 0h.How do I change or cancel my ticket from Chennai to Colombo?
Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.