CA $95 Cheap Flights from Chennai (MAA) to Colombo (CMB)

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Cheap flights from Chennai (MAA) to Colombo (CMB)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at CA $95 for one-way flights and CA $195 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Air India
Air India
IndiGo
Air India
IndiGo
IndiGo
IndiGo
IndiGo
Air India
SriLankan Airlines

Find the cheapest month to fly from Chennai (MAA) to Colombo (CMB)

July is typically the cheapest month to fly

From CA $192 - CA $197 per traveller.

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Flight from Chennai to Colombo (MAA - CMB) route information
Origin airport
Chennai Intl.
Destination airport
Bandaranaike Intl.
Airlines serving
Air India, IndiGo, SriLankan Airlines
Roundtrip price
CA $194
Distance
642 km
Average flight time
1 hour 23 mins

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With Expedia, it’s simple to find and book flights to Colombo from Chennai whether you’re traveling for business or pleasure. Enter your travel dates, hit search, and choose your flight from 20 airlines that cover this route. There are nonstop flights to Bandaranaike Intl., too.  

Choose your preferred carrier and cabin class with the advanced search tool and select your ideal departure time. Then, if you want, you can see just nonstop or refundable flights. And if you’re traveling last minute, just enter the date to check out flights from Chennai to Colombo today, tomorrow, or this week.  

 

Save dollars with cheap flights from Chennai Intl., MAA to Bandaranaike Intl., CMB 

Sort your search results by price to find great deals on your flight from Chennai to Colombo—you get all your cheapest options first. Grab yourself a bargain now—the lowest price on flights to Colombo from Chennai currently is just CA $195 rising to CA $229.  

Here are more money-saving tips: 

  • Fly in August when flight prices are normally at their lowest 
  • Book about a month to 6 weeks before you travel for the best prices to Colombo  
  • Avoid peak season and weekends when flights can cost more
  • Early morning and late-night flights are sometimes cheaper, so try varying your travel times 
  • One surefire way to save money on your flight is to book your flight and hotel together with Expedia. Sometimes, the savings are so large that the flight is basically free! 

 

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Whatever your destination, budget, or reason to travel, in just one quick search, you can choose from loads of flights, airlines, and cabin classes. The filters make it quick and easy to find your ideal flights, and if you choose one of the flexible options, you won’t be charged to change your flight. So book your flight to Colombo with Expedia today.

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from Chennai Airport to Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB)?
Based on airfares listed within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year, round-trip flights from Chennai Intl. Airport (MAA) to Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) start from CA $195. Make your booking today to score the best price for your exciting adventure. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from Chennai Intl. Airport (MAA) to CMB?
Each airline has its own terms and conditions. If you decide to cancel your vacation, head to our Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from MAA to Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) that have flexible change policies?
Flights from MAA to CMB offering flexible change policies are available with many carriers. Simply use our "No change fees" filter while searching. You'll only need to cover the fare difference, with no extra fees to worry about.
How many hours is the flight from MAA to CMB?
Get comfortable, choose an in-flight TV show and 1 hour and 20 minutes will pass by in the blink of an eye. That's how long it takes to travel to Colombo International Airport from Chennai Airport.
How far is the flight from Chennai Intl. Airport (MAA) to Colombo International Airport?
It's only 650 kilometres from Chennai Intl. Airport (MAA) to CMB. It's quite possible that you'll spend more time getting to and from the airport than actually flying!
Which airlines fly direct from Chennai Airport to Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB)?
Getting from MAA to Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) is easy when you have a nice range of airlines to choose from. These are some of the best:

  • SriLankan Airlines - (UL) with 91 monthly flights
  • IndiGo - (6E) with 91 monthly flights
  • Air India - (AI) with 30 monthly flights
  • FitsAir - (8D) with 13 monthly flights

Are Chennai Airport to CMB flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Flight tickets from Chennai Airport to Colombo International Airport are available up to a year prior to departure on Expedia. And although you may occasionally pick up a great last-minute deal, it's not something you should bank on. Also, booking your flights ahead of time means you'll have more options — and you can avoid landing the dreaded middle seat! We frequently update our fares to make sure you get the biggest bargains, so keep checking in for all the latest specials.

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