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$161+ 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 9/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMB — DEL
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
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 April or October, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Sunday and return on a Wednesday

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 September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$232
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$161
(CheapOair)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$275

Good round-trip deal

$287 or less

Good one-way deal

$257 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 September 11, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Mon 10/135:05 pmCMB - DEL
Nonstop3h 40mAir India
Tue 10/147:35 pmDEL - CMB
1 stop6h 45mAir India
Deal found 9/11$232
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Tue 10/145:05 pmCMB - DEL
Nonstop3h 40mAir India
Wed 10/157:35 pmDEL - CMB
1 stop6h 45mAir India
Deal found 9/11$236
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/187:30 pmCMB - DEL
1 stop6h 30mIndiGo
Sat 9/202:30 amDEL - CMB
1 stop10h 20mIndiGo
Deal found 9/11$251
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/223:30 amCMB - DEL
1 stop10h 10mIndiGo
Mon 9/299:30 amDEL - CMB
1 stop9h 00mIndiGo
Deal found 9/10$270
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/173:20 amCMB - DEL
1 stop6h 30mAir India
Sat 9/203:25 amDEL - CMB
Nonstop3h 55mAir India
Deal found 9/11$283
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/102:10 pmCMB - DEL
Nonstop3h 35mSriLankan Airlines
Fri 10/175:15 amDEL - CMB
Nonstop3h 35mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 9/10$284
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Fri 10/102:10 pmCMB - DEL
Nonstop3h 35mSriLankan Airlines
Sun 10/195:15 amDEL - CMB
Nonstop3h 35mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 9/11$295

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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 September 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to New Delhi that are best for you.

Fly from

Colombo

Fly to

New Delhi

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColomboNew Delhi

CMB - DEL

CMBDEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 10/31

3:00 am-1:35 pm

1 stop10h 35m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Thu 11/6

12:15 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop7h 40m

$325

ColomboNew Delhi

CMB - DEL

CMBDEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 10/8

8:20 am-11:55 am

Nonstop3h 35m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Wed 10/15

5:15 am-8:50 am

Nonstop3h 35m

$326

ColomboNew Delhi

CMB - DEL

CMBDEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 10/8

7:15 pm-10:55 pm

Nonstop3h 40m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Wed 10/15

5:55 pm-2:20 am

1 stop8h 25m

$345

ColomboNew Delhi

CMB - DEL

CMBDEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 10/31

3:00 am-10:50 am

1 stop7h 50m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Thu 11/6

5:10 am-8:45 am

Nonstop3h 35m

$351

ColomboNew Delhi

CMB - DEL

CMBDEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 11/11

3:00 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop8h 50m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Wed 11/26

5:15 pm-2:00 am

1 stop8h 45m

$355

ColomboNew Delhi

CMB - DEL

CMBDEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 10/10

5:05 pm-8:45 pm

Nonstop3h 40m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Fri 10/17

5:45 am-3:25 pm

1 stop9h 40m

$361

ColomboNew Delhi

CMB - DEL

CMBDEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 11/10

12:35 am-4:10 am

Nonstop3h 35m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Wed 11/26

5:10 am-8:45 am

Nonstop3h 35m

$362

ColomboNew Delhi

CMB - DEL

CMBDEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 10/31

12:35 am-4:10 am

Nonstop3h 35m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Thu 11/6

5:10 am-8:45 am

Nonstop3h 35m

$368

ColomboNew Delhi

CMB - DEL

CMBDEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 9/21

2:10 pm-5:45 pm

Nonstop3h 35m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Sat 9/27

6:45 pm-10:20 pm

Nonstop3h 35m

$369

ColomboNew Delhi

CMB - DEL

CMBDEL

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 2/8

12:35 am-4:10 am

Nonstop3h 35m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Mon 2/16

5:10 am-8:45 am

Nonstop3h 35m

$370

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Best time to book a flight from Colombo to New Delhi

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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 August 29, 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 60 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 $765). 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 September 11, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to New Delhi in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 53% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, 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 September 7, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to New Delhi flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 September 11, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with IndiGo, SriLankan Airlines, and Air India from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to New Delhi have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
IndiGo
6.9
Okay
484 reviews

Overall

6.9

Comfort

6.8

Boarding

6.9

Crew

7.4

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

Comfort

6.8

Boarding

6.9

Crew

7.4

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

Comfort

6.8

Boarding

6.9

Crew

7.4

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

Comfort

6.8

Boarding

6.9

Crew

7.4

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

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. 3 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 5 inbound flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl per day.

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

    Departing from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to New Delhi will take you 3h 35m. The distance from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to New Delhi is about 1487 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Flying on Air India is currently your cheapest option to New Delhi, with prices starting at $187. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by IndiGo and SriLankan Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $212 and $267, respectively. These flights start at 35% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • 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: Singapore Airlines (92%), Air India (86%), Japan Airlines (85%).

  • 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 $183. On average you can expect to pay $334. 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 $765). 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 3 airlines flying from Colombo to New Delhi

Discover the top 3 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air IndiaCheapest$187Average$270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
IndiGoCheapest$212Average$263FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$267Average$313FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%

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