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$94+ Cheap flights from Bandaranaike Intl (CMB) to Chennai (MAA)

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 9/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMB — MAA
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Fri 10/17
Fri 10/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Colombo to Chennai

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$134
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One-way from

$94
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Popular in

January

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$146

Good round-trip deal

$137 or less

Good one-way deal

$128 or less
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Cheapest flights from Colombo to Chennai
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Wed 9/173:20 amCMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 20mAir India
Sat 9/2012:55 amMAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 25mAir India
Deal found 9/15$131
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Wed 9/246:45 pmCMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 25mSriLankan Airlines
Wed 10/19:15 pmMAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 25mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 9/17$132
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Wed 9/171:50 pmCMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 20mIndiGo
Fri 9/191:05 amMAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 25mIndiGo
Deal found 9/15$134
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Wed 9/171:30 pmCMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 25mSriLankan Airlines
Mon 9/223:55 pmMAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 25mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 9/15$135
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Thu 9/187:25 amCMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 25mSriLankan Airlines
Sun 9/219:15 pmMAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 25mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 9/16$138
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Thu 9/187:30 pmCMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 20mIndiGo
Sat 9/201:05 amMAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 25mIndiGo
Deal found 9/15$139
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Tue 9/303:30 amCMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 20mIndiGo
Mon 10/61:05 amMAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 25mIndiGo
Deal found 9/15$142
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Tue 9/233:30 amCMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 20mIndiGo
Sun 9/285:10 pmMAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 20mIndiGo
Deal found 9/15$145
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Sun 10/123:30 amCMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 20mIndiGo
Sun 10/191:05 amMAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 25mIndiGo
Deal found 9/16$147
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Wed 9/173:30 amCMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 20mIndiGo
Wed 9/241:05 amMAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 25mIndiGo
Deal found 9/17$149

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Colombo to Chennai 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai that are best for you.

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Colombo

Fly to

Chennai

Route

Depart

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Price

ColomboChennai

CMB - MAA

CMBMAA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 9/30

3:30 am-4:50 am

Nonstop1h 20m

Chennai

Wed 10/8

11:30 am-12:50 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$142

ColomboChennai

CMB - MAA

CMBMAA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 9/29

7:30 pm-8:50 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Chennai

Thu 10/2

1:05 am-2:30 am

Nonstop1h 25m

$150

ColomboChennai

CMB - MAA

CMBMAA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 10/12

3:30 am-4:50 am

Nonstop1h 20m

Chennai

Mon 10/20

5:10 pm-6:30 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$154

ColomboChennai

CMB - MAA

CMBMAA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 10/10

3:30 am-4:50 am

Nonstop1h 20m

Chennai

Tue 10/14

1:05 am-2:30 am

Nonstop1h 25m

$155

ColomboChennai

CMB - MAA

CMBMAA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 10/18

7:30 pm-8:50 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Chennai

Thu 10/23

5:10 pm-6:30 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$164

ColomboChennai

CMB - MAA

CMBMAA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 10/10

3:20 am-4:40 am

Nonstop1h 20m

Chennai

Wed 10/15

12:55 am-2:20 am

Nonstop1h 25m

$171

ColomboChennai

CMB - MAA

CMBMAA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 10/7

1:30 pm-2:55 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

Chennai

Sat 10/18

9:55 am-11:20 am

Nonstop1h 25m

$176

ColomboChennai

CMB - MAA

CMBMAA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 10/18

7:30 pm-8:50 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Chennai

Sat 11/1

6:35 pm-7:55 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$177

ColomboChennai

CMB - MAA

CMBMAA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 10/2

7:25 am-8:50 am

Nonstop1h 25m

Chennai

Wed 10/8

9:15 pm-10:40 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$181

ColomboChennai

CMB - MAA

CMBMAA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 11/3

1:35 pm-2:55 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Chennai

Wed 11/12

8:55 pm-10:15 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$181

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The best insider tips for Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai flights

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IndiGo

IndiGo's punctuality makes it ideal for short-haul flights, ensuring timely arrivals.


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Air India

Air India offers hot meals in all classes, enhancing short-haul flight comfort.


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Best time to book a flight from Colombo to Chennai

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chennai from Colombo with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai

How far ahead should I book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Colombo to Chennai. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai, you should look to book at least 72 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 to Chennai?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai (average of $932). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,531). 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 CMB to MAA?

Find hourly flight availability from Colombo to Chennai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 17, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 13% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Colombo to Chennai. Price data was last updated on September 14, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai?

Reviews of airlines servicing Chennai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chennai. 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 Chennai. Reviews last updated September 17, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown IndiGo, SriLankan Airlines, and Air India from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
IndiGo
6.9
Okay
484 reviews

Boarding

6.9

Overall

6.9

Comfort

6.8

Crew

7.4

Entertainment

5.7

Food

6.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Darnie,Jul 2025

LKO - MAA

Whole concept of low cost in flying does not make sense. There are so many paid add ons that eventually the cost is the same as the full fare airline
IndiGo
6.9
Okay
484 reviews
IndiGo
6.9
Okay
484 reviews

Boarding

6.9

Overall

6.9

Comfort

6.8

Crew

7.4

Entertainment

5.7

Food

6.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Darnie,Jul 2025

LKO - MAA

Whole concept of low cost in flying does not make sense. There are so many paid add ons that eventually the cost is the same as the full fare airline
SriLankan Airlines
6.8
Okay
75 reviews
IndiGo
6.9
Okay
484 reviews

Boarding

6.9

Overall

6.9

Comfort

6.8

Crew

7.4

Entertainment

5.7

Food

6.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Darnie,Jul 2025

LKO - MAA

Whole concept of low cost in flying does not make sense. There are so many paid add ons that eventually the cost is the same as the full fare airline
Air India
5.5
Fair
2,932 reviews
IndiGo
6.9
Okay
484 reviews

Boarding

6.9

Overall

6.9

Comfort

6.8

Crew

7.4

Entertainment

5.7

Food

6.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Darnie,Jul 2025

LKO - MAA

Whole concept of low cost in flying does not make sense. There are so many paid add ons that eventually the cost is the same as the full fare airline

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Colombo to Chennai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Chennai from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl?

    Chennai (MAA) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Chennai. You should not have trouble finding flights to Chennai from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl; the airport handles an average of 8 inbound flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 4 airlines have flights to the Chennai airport from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl. It is only a 10.2 mi journey from Chennai (MAA) to Chennai’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai?

    There are many flights that can get you from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai in 1h 20m. Fly via IndiGo to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 401 mi. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai round-trip?

    IndiGo, at $131, was found to be the cheapest airline from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Air India and FitsAir. IndiGo is currently priced 14% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai are IndiGo (92%), Air India (92%) and Singapore Airlines (92%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai?

    The cheapest flight price from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai is $98. On average you can expect to pay $151. The most popular route, (Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - Chennai), can usually be booked for $182.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Colombo to Chennai that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Colombo to Chennai flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Colombo to Chennai?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Colombo to Chennai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Colombo to Chennai 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 Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai (average of $932). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,531). 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 4 airlines flying from Colombo to Chennai

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Colombo to Chennai. 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
IndiGoCheapest$131Average$147FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Air IndiaCheapest$135Average$148FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FitsAirCheapest$136Average$160FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$137Average$174FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%

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