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$137+ Cheap flights from New Delhi (DEL) 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 9/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DEL — CMB
Oct 16 — Oct 231
Thu 10/16
Thu 10/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl are usually found in May or June, booked 76 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Friday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New Delhi (DEL) 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 September 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$274
(Air India)

One-way from

$137
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$283

Good round-trip deal

$291 or less

Good one-way deal

$148 or less
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Delhi to Colombo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 16, 2025.

This Trip.com 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/173:25 amDEL - CMB
Nonstop3h 55mAir India
Fri 9/193:20 amCMB - DEL
1 stop6h 30mAir India
Deal found 9/16$255
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Sat 9/203:25 amDEL - CMB
Nonstop3h 55mAir India
Thu 9/255:05 pmCMB - DEL
Nonstop3h 40mAir India
Deal found 9/14$260
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Sun 9/215:15 amDEL - CMB
Nonstop3h 35mSriLankan Airlines
Wed 9/2412:40 amCMB - DEL
Nonstop3h 35mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 9/14$269
This Trip.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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/143:25 amDEL - CMB
Nonstop3h 55mAir India
Mon 12/228:20 amCMB - DEL
Nonstop3h 40mAir India
Deal found 9/15$284
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Wed 9/172:30 amDEL - CMB
1 stop10h 20mIndiGo
Sat 9/201:50 pmCMB - DEL
1 stop10h 15mIndiGo
Deal found 9/16$290

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Customize your flight search to find flights from New Delhi to Colombo 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 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Delhi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport that are best for you.

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New Delhi

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Colombo

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Depart

Return

Price

New DelhiColombo

DEL - CMB

DELCMB

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Wed 2/18

3:25 am-7:20 am

Nonstop3h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 2/23

5:05 pm-8:45 pm

Nonstop3h 40m

$274

New DelhiColombo

DEL - CMB

DELCMB

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Sat 12/13

6:35 pm-10:10 pm

Nonstop3h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 12/17

12:35 am-4:10 am

Nonstop3h 35m

$383

New DelhiColombo

DEL - CMB

DELCMB

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Sat 12/13

3:15 am-2:35 am

1 stop23h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 12/19

3:25 am-5:40 pm

1 stop14h 15m

$644

New DelhiColombo

DEL - CMB

DELCMB

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Sun 10/19

4:10 am-9:30 am

2 stops29h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 10/20

2:05 am-3:10 am

1 stop25h 05m

$714

New DelhiColombo

DEL - CMB

DELCMB

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Wed 12/17

10:55 am-12:45 am

1 stop13h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 12/27

11:15 am-9:55 am

2 stops22h 40m

$715

New DelhiColombo

DEL - CMB

DELCMB

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Thu 10/2

4:10 am-9:30 am

2 stops29h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 10/5

10:30 am-3:10 am

2 stops16h 40m

$737

New DelhiColombo

DEL - CMB

DELCMB

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Sun 2/1

10:55 am-8:15 am

1 stop21h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 3/1

5:20 pm-9:55 am

1 stop16h 35m

$757

New DelhiColombo

DEL - CMB

DELCMB

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Sat 1/31

10:55 am-12:45 am

1 stop13h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 2/28

11:15 am-9:55 am

2 stops22h 40m

$757

New DelhiColombo

DEL - CMB

DELCMB

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Sat 1/31

10:55 am-12:45 am

1 stop13h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 3/1

11:15 am-9:55 am

2 stops22h 40m

$757

New DelhiColombo

DEL - CMB

DELCMB

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Thu 1/29

10:55 am-8:15 am

1 stop21h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 2/28

5:20 pm-9:55 am

1 stop16h 35m

$757

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Delhi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

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

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

The price you pay for your flight from New Delhi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 76 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Delhi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Delhi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $1,016). Flying from New Delhi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,731). 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 DEL to CMB?

Find hourly flight availability from New Delhi 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 September 16, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from New Delhi 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 in the evening could potentially save you up to 15% on airfare.

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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 September 16, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown IndiGo, SriLankan Airlines, and Air India from New Delhi 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.
IndiGo
6.9
Okay
484 reviews

Overall

6.9

Crew

7.4

Boarding

6.9

Comfort

6.8

Food

6.3

Entertainment

5.7

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

Overall

6.9

Crew

7.4

Boarding

6.9

Comfort

6.8

Food

6.3

Entertainment

5.7

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

Overall

6.9

Crew

7.4

Boarding

6.9

Comfort

6.8

Food

6.3

Entertainment

5.7

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
2,930 reviews
IndiGo
6.9
Okay
484 reviews

Overall

6.9

Crew

7.4

Boarding

6.9

Comfort

6.8

Food

6.3

Entertainment

5.7

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

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from New Delhi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl?

    New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL), located 7.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from New Delhi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl. 3 airlines have flights from Indira Gandhi Intl to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl on a regular basis. Booking flights from New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 5 outbound flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl per day.

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

    For as low as $371, Air India can have you in Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from New Delhi in 3h 35m. The distance from New Delhi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is about 1487 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from New Delhi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport round-trip from $188. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Air India, from $227, and SriLankan Airlines, from $264. IndiGo is currently priced 35% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from New Delhi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport on time: Air India (95%), Japan Airlines (92%), Singapore Airlines (90%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $130. While the most popular route (New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl) can be booked for $217 on average, our data indicates $238 when flying from New Delhi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Delhi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $1,016). Flying from New Delhi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,731). 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 3 airlines flying from New Delhi to Colombo

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from New Delhi to Colombo. 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 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
IndiGoCheapest$188Average$266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Air IndiaCheapest$227Average$298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$264Average$329FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%

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