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$64+ Cheap flights from Chennai (MAA) to Bandaranaike Intl (CMB)
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 11/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAA — CMB
Nov 26 — Dec 31
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Chennai to Colombo
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chennai (MAA) to Colombo (CMB). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated October 27, 2025.
Most accurate provider | Mytrip 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | Mytrip 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $144 (Booking.com) |
One-way from | $64 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | June |
Average price | $169 |
Good round-trip deal | $158 or less |
Good one-way deal | $82 or less |
Find flight deals from Chennai to Colombo
Cheapest flights from Chennai to ColomboExplore the most affordable flight options available from Chennai to Colombo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 27, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chennai to Colombo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 27, 2025.
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 12/1012:40 amMAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 20mIndiGo
Thu 12/1812:30 pmCMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 25mIndiGo
Deal found 10/27![IndiGo logo]()
$144
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/143:45 pmMAA - CMB
1 stop23h 15mAir India
Fri 11/214:00 pmCMB - MAA
1 stop6h 50mAir India
Deal found 10/26![Air India logo]()
$149
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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.
Sat 12/67:40 pmMAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 25mIndiGo
Tue 12/93:00 amCMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 30mIndiGo
Deal found 10/26![IndiGo logo]()
$153
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/16:00 pmMAA - CMB
1 stop21h 00mAir India
Sat 11/84:00 pmCMB - MAA
1 stop16h 45mAir India
Deal found 10/25![Air India logo]()
$154
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 12/42:55 pmMAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 20mIndiGo
Mon 12/812:30 pmCMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 25mIndiGo
Deal found 10/25![IndiGo logo]()
$155
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 12/212:40 amMAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 20mIndiGo
Sat 12/69:10 amCMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 25mIndiGo
Deal found 10/26![IndiGo logo]()
$157
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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.
Mon 10/279:40 pmMAA - CMB
1 stop9h 40mAir India
Sun 11/21:40 pmCMB - MAA
1 stop10h 50mAir India
Deal found 10/26![Air India logo]()
$159
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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.
Thu 11/1312:40 amMAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/234:00 pmCMB - MAA
1 stop6h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/25![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$160
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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.
Sat 11/12:55 pmMAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 20mIndiGo
Fri 11/73:00 amCMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 30mIndiGo
Deal found 10/25![IndiGo logo]()
$161
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 12/912:40 amMAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 20mIndiGo
Tue 12/163:00 amCMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 30mIndiGo
Deal found 10/25![IndiGo logo]()
$163
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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.
Sun 10/267:40 pmMAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 25mIndiGo
Sat 11/19:10 amCMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 25mIndiGo
Deal found 10/26![IndiGo logo]()
$168
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MAA - CMB
MAACMB
Chennai
Wed 12/3
12:40 am-2:00 am
Nonstop1h 20m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Sun 12/7
3:00 am-4:30 am
Nonstop1h 30m
$149
ChennaiColombo
MAA - CMB
MAACMB
Chennai
Thu 12/11
6:00 am-4:05 pm
1 stop10h 05m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Thu 12/18
4:00 pm-10:50 pm
1 stop6h 50m
$149
ChennaiColombo
MAA - CMB
MAACMB
Chennai
Fri 11/14
2:55 pm-4:15 pm
Nonstop1h 20m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Sun 11/23
9:10 am-10:35 am
Nonstop1h 25m
$149
ChennaiColombo
MAA - CMB
MAACMB
Chennai
Fri 11/14
3:45 pm-3:00 pm
1 stop23h 15m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Mon 11/24
4:00 pm-11:05 am
1 stop19h 05m
$149
ChennaiColombo
MAA - CMB
MAACMB
Chennai
Thu 12/11
7:40 pm-9:05 pm
Nonstop1h 25m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Wed 12/17
3:00 am-4:30 am
Nonstop1h 30m
$149
ChennaiColombo
MAA - CMB
MAACMB
Chennai
Sat 12/6
7:40 pm-9:05 pm
Nonstop1h 25m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Mon 12/8
3:00 am-4:30 am
Nonstop1h 30m
$149
ChennaiColombo
MAA - CMB
MAACMB
Chennai
Sat 12/6
7:40 pm-9:05 pm
Nonstop1h 25m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Tue 12/9
3:00 am-4:30 am
Nonstop1h 30m
$153
ChennaiColombo
MAA - CMB
MAACMB
Chennai
Wed 12/10
7:40 pm-9:05 pm
Nonstop1h 25m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Wed 12/17
12:30 pm-1:55 pm
Nonstop1h 25m
$154
ChennaiColombo
MAA - CMB
MAACMB
Chennai
Tue 1/20
9:10 pm-8:40 am
1 stop11h 30m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Sun 1/25
4:00 pm-10:50 pm
1 stop6h 50m
$168
ChennaiColombo
MAA - CMB
MAACMB
Chennai
Wed 2/4
7:40 pm-9:05 pm
Nonstop1h 25m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Mon 2/9
9:10 am-10:35 am
Nonstop1h 25m
$169
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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Chennai to Colombo in October.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
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| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Chennai-Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on Chennai-Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chennai-Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chennai-Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust Mytrip the most. Mytrip has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Chennai-Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Chennai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chennai to Colombo. Price data was last updated on October 24, 2025.
The best time to book flights from Chennai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is 23 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 Chennai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $118). Flying from Chennai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of $153). 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 MAA to CMB?
Find hourly flight availability from Chennai to Colombo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 27, 2025.
One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Chennai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 34% on airfare.
How often are flights from Chennai to Colombo delayed?
About 9% of weekly flights between Chennai and Colombo have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 99 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Chennai to Colombo flights?
Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Tuesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Chennai to Colombo flights?
Over the last year, Corendon Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with no flights being classified as delayed.
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Reviews of airlines servicing Colombo
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Colombo. 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 Colombo. Reviews last updated October 27, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown SriLankan Airlines, IndiGo, and Air India from Chennai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. 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.
Comfort
6.8
Overall
6.9
Boarding
6.7
Crew
7.5
Food
7.0
Entertainment
6.3
Reviews
1 / 1
8.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Jan 2024
CMB - SYD
Comfort
6.8
Overall
6.9
Boarding
6.7
Crew
7.5
Food
7.0
Entertainment
6.3
Reviews
1 / 1
8.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Jan 2024
CMB - SYD
Comfort
6.8
Overall
6.9
Boarding
6.7
Crew
7.5
Food
7.0
Entertainment
6.3
Reviews
1 / 1
8.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Jan 2024
CMB - SYD
Comfort
6.8
Overall
6.9
Boarding
6.7
Crew
7.5
Food
7.0
Entertainment
6.3
Reviews
1 / 1
8.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Jan 2024
CMB - SYD
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$129 | Average$149 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$140 | Average$161 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time80% | |
| Cheapest$147 | Average$173 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time68% | |
| Cheapest$164 | Average$170 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A |