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$127+ Cheap flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

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 3/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMB — DEL
apr 11 — apr 181
sab 4/11
sab 4/18
1 adult, Economy
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What to know about flights from Colombo

Discover essential information about flights departing from Colombo, including flight schedules, destinations, airlines operating at the Colombo airport, and any specific guidelines or requirements for travelers. Please note that the information is based on the most recent updates available. Data last updated marzo 12, 2026.

Cheapest one-way flight

$117

Cheapest round-trip flight

$171

Cheapest airline

IndiGo

Most popular destination

Doha Hamad Intl (DOH)

Good round-trip deal

$179 or less

Good one-way deal

$144 or less
The cheapest one-way flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl is currently to Bengaluru Intl.
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The cheapest round-trip flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl is currently to Chennai.
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On average, IndiGo currently has the cheapest one-way flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (avg. price of $224).
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Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) is currently the most popular flight destination from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (average round-trip price of $789).
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl.
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl.
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Cheapest flights from Colombo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Colombo. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on marzo 12, 2026.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom 3/2911:20 pm
CMB
-
DEL
Nonstop3h 35m
IndiGo
mar 4/76:40 pm
DEL
-
CMB
Nonstop3h 40m
IndiGo
Deal found 3/12$272
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mer 4/82:10 pm
CMB
-
DEL
Nonstop3h 35m
SriLankan Airlines
mer 4/156:45 pm
DEL
-
CMB
Nonstop3h 35m
SriLankan Airlines
Deal found 3/11$274
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sab 3/286:35 am
CMB
-
MLE
Nonstop1h 25m
FitsAir
dom 3/299:05 am
MLE
-
CMB
Nonstop1h 35m
FitsAir
Deal found 3/9$276
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar 5/55:05 pm
CMB
-
DEL
Nonstop3h 40m
Air India
ven 5/812:15 pm
DEL
-
CMB
Nonstop3h 50m
Air India
Deal found 3/10$277
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom 4/512:40 am
CMB
-
DEL
Nonstop3h 35m
SriLankan Airlines
lun 4/136:45 pm
DEL
-
CMB
Nonstop3h 35m
SriLankan Airlines
Deal found 3/9$280
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar 4/282:10 pm
CMB
-
DEL
Nonstop3h 35m
SriLankan Airlines
gio 4/306:45 pm
DEL
-
CMB
Nonstop3h 35m
SriLankan Airlines
Deal found 3/11$281
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sab 4/255:05 pm
CMB
-
DEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Air India
sab 5/212:40 pm
DEL
-
CMB
Nonstop3h 25m
Air India
Deal found 3/11$282
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mer 4/87:45 am
CMB
-
DEL
1 stop8h 10m
IndiGo
mer 4/153:15 pm
DEL
-
CMB
1 stop5h 45m
IndiGo
Deal found 3/9$283
This flydubai deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure flydubai is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ven 3/2711:15 am
CMB
-
MLE
Nonstop1h 30m
flydubai
gio 4/28:15 am
MLE
-
CMB
Nonstop1h 30m
flydubai
Deal found 3/10$284
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mer 4/87:15 pm
CMB
-
DEL
Nonstop3h 40m
Multiple Airlines
ven 4/104:15 pm
DEL
-
CMB
1 stop10h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/11$286
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar 3/313:45 am
CMB
-
DEL
1 stop8h 25m
IndiGo
dom 4/128:30 pm
DEL
-
CMB
1 stop6h 10m
IndiGo
Deal found 3/8$287
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar 4/75:05 pm
CMB
-
DEL
Nonstop3h 40m
Multiple Airlines
mar 4/145:00 am
DEL
-
CMB
2 stops11h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/10$288

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Find flights departing from Colombo that match your specified budget. Filter results by price range, allowing you to narrow down options and find flights that fit within your financial constraints. Please note that the search results are based on data from user searches, with fares last updated on marzo 12, 2026. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

ColomboNew Delhi

CMB - DEL

CMBDEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

lun 3/30

3:45 am-1:55 pm

1 stop10h 10m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

lun 8/17

2:55 am-11:30 am

1 stop8h 35m

$283

ColomboNew Delhi

CMB - DEL

CMBDEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

sab 8/1

12:30 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop9h 25m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

sab 8/8

2:55 am-11:30 am

1 stop8h 35m

$288

ColomboMalé

CMB - MLE

CMBMLE

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

mar 4/7

4:40 pm-5:50 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

Male

mar 4/14

6:50 pm-9:00 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$292
Quickest round-trip

ColomboMalé

CMB - MLE

CMBMLE

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

mer 4/8

11:15 am-12:15 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

Male

mar 4/14

8:15 am-10:15 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$300

ColomboMalé

CMB - MLE

CMBMLE

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

sab 4/11

11:15 am-12:15 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

Male

mar 4/14

8:15 am-10:15 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$300

ColomboMalé

CMB - MLE

CMBMLE

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

gio 4/16

11:15 am-12:15 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

Male

dom 4/19

8:15 am-10:15 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$300

ColomboMalé

CMB - MLE

CMBMLE

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

ven 4/17

11:15 am-12:15 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

Male

lun 4/20

8:15 am-10:15 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$320

ColomboMalé

CMB - MLE

CMBMLE

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

ven 7/3

11:15 am-12:15 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

Male

lun 7/6

8:15 am-10:15 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$320

ColomboMalé

CMB - MLE

CMBMLE

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

gio 7/2

11:15 am-12:15 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

Male

mer 7/15

8:15 am-10:15 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$323

ColomboNew Delhi

CMB - DEL

CMBDEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

mer 4/8

9:40 am-6:00 pm

1 stop8h 20m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

mar 4/14

3:25 am-7:00 am

Nonstop3h 35m

$326

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Compare providers for flights from Colombo

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Colombo in March
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OneTravelPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: Among all the travel providers offering deals on flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, FlightHub has been found to have the most accurate pricing. Users can find the same prices on deals on Cheapflights as FlightHub about >95% of the time. This is based on searches for flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport made on Cheapflights over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: In terms of trustworthiness, Cheapflights users rate FlightHub the highest out of those offering flight deals from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. FlightHub has a user feedback rating of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best) and has received the most positive sentiment from Cheapflights users searching for flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. This info is gathered from Cheapflights searches over the past month.

Best time to book a flight from Colombo

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Estimated round-trip price
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Travel insights for flights from Colombo

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Colombo including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

When is the best time to book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Colombo to New Delhi. Price data was last updated on March 6, 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, you should look to book at least 82 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 Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $139). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in January will prove the most costly (average of $270). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Colombo to New Delhi. Price data was last updated on February 21, 2026.

Those who are seeking the cheapest fare on flights departing from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport would be wise to consider leaving during Wednesday afternoons when prices are typically at their lowest. When considering other options, price-conscious travelers should avoid Friday afternoons when fares are usually the most expensive.

Which airlines fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

For flights departing from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport check dates and pricing for the following: SriLankan Airlines, Air India, IndiGo. These airlines depart to the following popular destinations: New Delhi.

SriLankan Airlines
SriLankan Airlines
From $73
Thai AirAsia
Thai AirAsia
From $156
AirAsia
AirAsia
From $120
IndiGo
IndiGo
From $130

What are popular destinations to fly to from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Some of the most frequent flights departing from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport everyday are: Doha (306 flights per day), Dubai (112 flights per day), and Malé (110 flights per day).

Doha Hamad Intl
Doha Hamad Intl
From $364
Kuala Lumpur Intl
Kuala Lumpur Intl
From $130
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
From $129
Dubai Intl
Dubai Intl
From $220

What is the cheapest place to fly to from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

The cheapest city to fly to from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is Bangalore, with prices starting at $117. Explore other affordable destinations below.

Bangalore
Bangalore
From $117
Chennai
Chennai
From $118
Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
From $127
Male
Male
From $129

Airline reviews for flights from Colombo

Read reviews and ratings of airlines operating flights from Colombo. Gain insights into the quality of service, in-flight amenities, customer experiences, and overall satisfaction to choose the best airline for your Colombo travel. Please note that the reviews are sourced from user searches and were last updated on marzo 12, 2026. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with SriLankan Airlines,IndiGo, andAir India from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
SriLankan Airlines
6.8
Okay
81 reviews

Crew

7.6

Entertainment

6.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

6.7

Overall

6.8

Boarding

6.7

Reviews

1 / 1
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2024

CMB - SYD

It was ok. Not an excellent service for the cost paid
SriLankan Airlines
6.8
Okay
81 reviews
SriLankan Airlines
6.8
Okay
81 reviews

Crew

7.6

Entertainment

6.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

6.7

Overall

6.8

Boarding

6.7

Reviews

1 / 1
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2024

CMB - SYD

It was ok. Not an excellent service for the cost paid
IndiGo
6.8
Okay
542 reviews
SriLankan Airlines
6.8
Okay
81 reviews

Crew

7.6

Entertainment

6.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

6.7

Overall

6.8

Boarding

6.7

Reviews

1 / 1
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2024

CMB - SYD

It was ok. Not an excellent service for the cost paid
Air India
5.5
Fair
2,969 reviews
SriLankan Airlines
6.8
Okay
81 reviews

Crew

7.6

Entertainment

6.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

6.7

Overall

6.8

Boarding

6.7

Reviews

1 / 1
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2024

CMB - SYD

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

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  • What are the most popular destinations to fly to from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    This month, the top selected destinations from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport are Malé, Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport, Chennai. Throughout the year, Malé, Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport, Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport are some of the top choices made by users flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to anywhere?

    Users have flown out of Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport for as low as $117 to Bengaluru (prices may vary depending on the airline and departure time). On average, users have booked flights for $664 to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to anywhere?

    Over the past few days, we've found that SriLankan Airlines, Etihad Airways, and Air Arabia Abu Dhabi have the cheapest prices from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. SriLankan Airlines flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl ($73), Etihad Airways flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol ($78), and Air Arabia Abu Dhabi flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl ($90).

  • What is the cheapest premium economy flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Options for some of the cheapest premium economy flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport we have found on Cheapflights are as follows:
    Fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Mumbai starting at $192
    Fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Chennai starting at $310
    Fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport starting at $477
    Fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Malé starting at $514

  • What is the cheapest first class flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    If you’re looking for a cheap first-class flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, consider Malé. Prices start at $2,016 so you can fly first-class even on a budget.

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    November is currently the cheapest month to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. At this moment in time January is the most expensive month. These prices are determined by multiple factors and booking in advance can help keep costs down if your schedule is not as flexible.

  • Where are the cheapest places to fly to from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Check out the cheapest flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to embark to:
    Fly from Colombo to New Delhi from $425 round trip

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