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$157+ Cheap flights from Bandaranaike Intl (CMB) to New Delhi (DEL)

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 5/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMB — DEL
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl are usually found in September or June, booked 39 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Colombo to New Delhi

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Colombo (CMB) to New Delhi (DEL). 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 May 1, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$247
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$157
(Booking.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$276

Good round-trip deal

$267 or less

Good one-way deal

$237 or less
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Cheapest flights from Colombo to New Delhi
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Colombo to New Delhi. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Sat 6/141:50 pmCMB - DEL
1 stop10h 15mIndiGo
Sat 6/215:30 pmDEL - CMB
1 stop9h 00mIndiGo
Deal found 4/30$247
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 5/288:20 amCMB - DEL
Nonstop3h 40mAir India
Wed 6/49:20 pmDEL - CMB
1 stop10h 00mAir India
Deal found 4/30$265
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Thu 6/512:40 amCMB - DEL
Nonstop3h 35mSriLankan Airlines
Fri 6/66:45 pmDEL - CMB
Nonstop3h 35mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 4/30$285
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Sun 5/182:40 pmCMB - DEL
1 stop11h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/212:30 pmDEL - CMB
Nonstop3h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$288
This Singapore Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Singapore Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/2512:50 amCMB - DEL
1 stop19h 20mSingapore Airlines
Thu 5/299:55 pmDEL - CMB
1 stop25h 40mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 4/30$874
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/1410:05 amCMB - DEL
1 stop10h 20mEmirates
Sat 6/214:20 pmDEL - CMB
1 stop16h 15mEmirates
Deal found 4/30$893
This flydubai deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Fri 5/22:05 amCMB - DEL
1 stop25h 05mflydubai
Sun 5/114:10 amDEL - CMB
2 stops29h 20mflydubai
Deal found 4/30$1,196
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/146:25 pmCMB - DEL
2 stops30h 40mEthiopian Air
Fri 6/202:30 amDEL - CMB
2 stops50h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/30$2,160
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/251:10 amCMB - DEL
1 stop20h 00mCathay Pacific
Wed 5/281:00 amDEL - CMB
1 stop22h 50mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/30$3,358

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Colombo to New Delhi 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 May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to New Delhi that are best for you.

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Colombo

Fly to

New Delhi

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColomboNew Delhi

CMB - DEL

CMBDEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 6/14

1:50 pm-12:05 am

1 stop10h 15m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Sat 6/21

5:30 pm-2:30 am

1 stop9h 00m

$247

ColomboNew Delhi

CMB - DEL

CMBDEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 5/28

8:20 am-12:00 pm

Nonstop3h 40m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Wed 6/4

9:20 pm-7:20 am

1 stop10h 00m

$265

ColomboNew Delhi

CMB - DEL

CMBDEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 6/13

8:20 am-12:00 pm

Nonstop3h 40m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Tue 7/1

4:00 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$277

ColomboNew Delhi

CMB - DEL

CMBDEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 5/27

12:40 am-4:15 am

Nonstop3h 35m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Wed 6/4

6:45 pm-10:20 pm

Nonstop3h 35m

$283

ColomboNew Delhi

CMB - DEL

CMBDEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 5/25

12:50 am-8:10 pm

1 stop19h 20m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Thu 5/29

9:55 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop25h 40m

$874

ColomboNew Delhi

CMB - DEL

CMBDEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 6/14

10:05 am-8:25 pm

1 stop10h 20m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Sat 6/21

4:20 pm-8:35 am

1 stop16h 15m

$893

ColomboNew Delhi

CMB - DEL

CMBDEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 6/14

6:25 pm-1:05 am

2 stops30h 40m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Fri 6/20

2:30 am-4:55 am

2 stops50h 25m

$2,160

ColomboNew Delhi

CMB - DEL

CMBDEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 5/25

1:10 am-9:10 pm

1 stop20h 00m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Wed 5/28

1:00 am-11:50 pm

1 stop22h 50m

$3,358

ColomboNew Delhi

CMB - DEL

CMBDEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 6/15

10:30 am-3:10 am

2 stops16h 40m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Wed 6/18

4:10 am-9:30 am

2 stops29h 20m

$5,878

ColomboNew Delhi

CMB - DEL

CMBDEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 5/14

7:30 pm-2:00 am

1 stop6h 30m

$157

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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 to New Delhi in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OneTravelPrice 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: When it comes to deals on Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport-New Delhi flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport-New Delhi flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport-New Delhi flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport-New Delhi 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 Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport-New Delhi flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Colombo to New Delhi

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to New Delhi 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 New Delhi

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

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 April 25, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to New Delhi, you should look to book at least 39 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 New Delhi?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to New Delhi (average of $831). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to New Delhi in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,347). 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 DEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Colombo to New Delhi. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 1, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to New Delhi in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 21% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Colombo to New Delhi. Price data was last updated on March 30, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to New Delhi flight should consider departing on Sunday mornings 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.

Weekly flight availability from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to New Delhi

Explore weekly flight availability from Colombo to New Delhi. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated May 1, 2025.

The most flights from CMB to DEL are scheduled on a Monday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

Rainfall in New Delhi by month

Plan your trip to New Delhi by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New Delhi ranges from 0.3 - 9.8 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 9.8 in. November is typically the driest time to visit New Delhi when rainfall is around 0.3 in.

Temperature in New Delhi by month

Plan your trip to New Delhi by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New Delhi, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, June is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 93.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing New Delhi

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New Delhi. 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 New Delhi. Reviews last updated May 1, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Emirates and Cathay Pacific from Colombo to New Delhi to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,292 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,292 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,292 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,215 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,292 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
855 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,292 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
769 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,292 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.
SriLankan Airlines
6.8
Okay
73 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,292 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Colombo to New Delhi. 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 New Delhi from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl?

    New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL), located 7.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to New Delhi. 4 airlines have flights to Indira Gandhi Intl from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl on a regular basis. Booking flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 4 inbound flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl per day.

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

    Flying on IndiGo is currently your cheapest option to New Delhi, with prices starting at $247. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Air India and SriLankan Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $265 and $283, respectively. These flights start at 13% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to New Delhi one-way?

    $157 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from IndiGo. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Air India and SriLankan Airlines, with prices starting from $159 and $173, respectively.

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

    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 Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to New Delhi on time: Japan Airlines (93%), Singapore Airlines (91%), SriLankan Airlines (89%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to New Delhi is $168. On average you can expect to pay $1,851. The most popular route, (Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl), can usually be booked for $425.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Colombo to New Delhi?

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to New Delhi (average of $831). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to New Delhi in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,347). 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 New Delhi

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Colombo to New Delhi. 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$168Average$329FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
VistaraCheapest$175Average$294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air IndiaCheapest$180Average$267FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
IndiGoCheapest$204Average$260FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%

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