$71+ 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 1/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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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 January 11, 2026.
Most accurate provider | Mytrip 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | Mytrip 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $276 (Kiwi.com) |
One-way from | $71 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | May |
Average price | $323 |
Good round-trip deal | $130 or less |
Good one-way deal | $130 or less |
Find flight deals from New Delhi to Colombo
Cheapest flights from New Delhi to ColomboExplore 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 January 11, 2026.
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 January 11, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/11. 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.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/9. 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.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/9. 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.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/10. 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.
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/11. 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.
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/10. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/10. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/9. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/9. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/10. 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.
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Depart
Return
Price
New DelhiColombo
DEL - CMB
DELCMB
New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
Tue 1/27
10:30 pm-8:40 am
1 stop10h 10m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Sat 1/31
8:20 am-12:00 pm
Nonstop3h 40m
New DelhiColombo
DEL - CMB
DELCMB
New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
Tue 1/27
2:30 pm-9:05 pm
1 stop6h 35m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Sun 2/1
3:00 am-10:45 am
1 stop7h 45m
New DelhiColombo
DEL - CMB
DELCMB
New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
Tue 1/27
6:25 am-4:15 pm
2 stops9h 50m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Sat 1/31
8:20 am-12:00 pm
Nonstop3h 40m
New DelhiColombo
DEL - CMB
DELCMB
New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
Mon 2/9
3:25 am-7:20 am
Nonstop3h 55m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Thu 2/26
4:00 pm-11:15 pm
1 stop7h 15m
New DelhiColombo
DEL - CMB
DELCMB
New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
Thu 3/12
3:25 am-7:20 am
Nonstop3h 55m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Wed 3/25
7:15 pm-10:55 pm
Nonstop3h 40m
New DelhiColombo
DEL - CMB
DELCMB
New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
Tue 1/27
2:30 pm-9:05 pm
1 stop6h 35m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Wed 2/4
12:30 pm-6:50 pm
1 stop6h 20m
New DelhiColombo
DEL - CMB
DELCMB
New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
Tue 1/27
6:35 pm-10:10 pm
Nonstop3h 35m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Mon 2/2
3:00 am-8:55 am
1 stop5h 55m
New DelhiColombo
DEL - CMB
DELCMB
New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
Tue 1/27
2:30 pm-9:05 pm
1 stop6h 35m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Tue 2/3
9:10 am-3:50 pm
1 stop6h 40m
New DelhiColombo
DEL - CMB
DELCMB
New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
Sat 3/14
12:20 pm-4:05 pm
Nonstop3h 45m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Tue 3/17
5:05 pm-8:50 pm
Nonstop3h 45m
New DelhiColombo
DEL - CMB
DELCMB
New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
Tue 1/27
2:25 pm-8:40 am
2 stops18h 15m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Mon 2/2
4:00 pm-4:00 pm
1 stop24h 00m
Compare providers for flights from New Delhi to 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 New Delhi to Colombo in January.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*1 star | |
| 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 | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on New Delhi-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 New Delhi-Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from New Delhi-Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on New Delhi-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 New Delhi-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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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?
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 45 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Delhi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $216). Flying from New Delhi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $276). 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?
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 12% on airfare.
How often are flights from New Delhi to Colombo delayed?
About 13% of weekly flights between New Delhi and Colombo have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 120 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for New Delhi to Colombo flights?
Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on New Delhi to Colombo flights?
Over the last year, Air India have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 11% of flights being delayed.
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 January 11, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown SriLankan Airlines, IndiGo, 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.
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Anonymous,Jan 2024
CMB - SYD
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Anonymous,Jan 2024
CMB - SYD
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Anonymous,Jan 2024
CMB - SYD
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Anonymous,Jan 2024
CMB - SYD
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$188 | Average$279 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time80% | |
| Cheapest$227 | Average$291 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$264 | Average$329 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time68% |