฿2,278 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 ฿2,278 for one-way flights and ฿6,295 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

SriLankan Airlines
Fri, 27 Mar - Fri, 3 Apr
MAA
Chennai
CMB
Colombo
฿6,295 Return, found 1 day ago
฿6,295
Return
found 1 day ago
Select SriLankan Airlines flight, departing Fri, 27 Mar from Chennai to Colombo, returning Fri, 3 Apr, priced at ฿6,295 found 1 day ago
SriLankan Airlines
Fri, 21 Aug - Mon, 31 Aug
MAA
Chennai
CMB
Colombo
฿6,305 Return, found 4 days ago
฿6,305
Return
found 4 days ago
Select SriLankan Airlines flight, departing Fri, 21 Aug from Chennai to Colombo, returning Mon, 31 Aug, priced at ฿6,305 found 4 days ago
SriLankan Airlines
Thu, 17 Sept - Mon, 21 Sept
MAA
Chennai
CMB
Colombo
฿6,330 Return, found 6 days ago
฿6,330
Return
found 6 days ago
Select SriLankan Airlines flight, departing Thu, 17 Sept from Chennai to Colombo, returning Mon, 21 Sept, priced at ฿6,330 found 6 days ago
SriLankan Airlines
Sat, 14 Feb - Wed, 4 Mar
MAA
Chennai
CMB
Colombo
฿6,500 Return, found 2 days ago
฿6,500
Return
found 2 days ago
Select SriLankan Airlines flight, departing Sat, 14 Feb from Chennai to Colombo, returning Wed, 4 Mar, priced at ฿6,500 found 2 days ago
SriLankan Airlines
Thu, 15 Jan - Mon, 19 Jan
MAA
Chennai
CMB
Colombo
฿6,595 Return, found 4 days ago
฿6,595
Return
found 4 days ago
Select SriLankan Airlines flight, departing Thu, 15 Jan from Chennai to Colombo, returning Mon, 19 Jan, priced at ฿6,595 found 4 days ago
SriLankan Airlines
Sat, 14 Feb - Wed, 4 Mar
MAA
Chennai
CMB
Colombo
฿6,695 Return, found 2 days ago
฿6,695
Return
found 2 days ago
Select SriLankan Airlines flight, departing Sat, 14 Feb from Chennai to Colombo, returning Wed, 4 Mar, priced at ฿6,695 found 2 days ago
SriLankan Airlines
Mon, 12 Jan - Tue, 20 Jan
MAA
Chennai
CMB
Colombo
฿7,085 Return, found 6 days ago
฿7,085
Return
found 6 days ago
Select SriLankan Airlines flight, departing Mon, 12 Jan from Chennai to Colombo, returning Tue, 20 Jan, priced at ฿7,085 found 6 days ago
SriLankan Airlines
Thu, 15 Jan - Mon, 19 Jan
MAA
Chennai
CMB
Colombo
฿7,100 Return, found 4 days ago
฿7,100
Return
found 4 days ago
Select SriLankan Airlines flight, departing Thu, 15 Jan from Chennai to Colombo, returning Mon, 19 Jan, priced at ฿7,100 found 4 days ago
IndiGo
Thu, 15 Jan - Mon, 19 Jan
MAA
Chennai
CMB
Colombo
฿7,227 Return, found 4 days ago
฿7,227
Return
found 4 days ago
Select IndiGo flight, departing Thu, 15 Jan from Chennai to Colombo, returning Mon, 19 Jan, priced at ฿7,227 found 4 days ago
Air India
Fri, 27 Mar - Fri, 3 Apr
MAA
Chennai
CMB
Colombo
฿16,540 Return, found 1 day ago
฿16,540
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Air India flight, departing Fri, 27 Mar from Chennai to Colombo, returning Fri, 3 Apr, priced at ฿16,540 found 1 day ago

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

September is typically the cheapest month to fly

From ฿4,373 - ฿6,267 per traveller.
Flight from Chennai to Colombo route information
Origin airport
Chennai Intl.
Destination airport
Bandaranaike Intl.
Airlines serving
Air India, IndiGo, SriLankan Airlines
Return price
฿6,295
Distance
642 km
Average flight time
1 hour 20 mins

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from Chennai Airport to Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB)?
Based on fares offered within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year, round-trip flights from Chennai Intl. Airport (MAA) to Colombo International Airport start from ฿6,295. Make your booking ASAP to secure the best price for your big 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 Colombo International Airport?
Every air carrier has its own set of terms and conditions. If you do decide to cancel, follow the easy instructions on our Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from MAA to CMB that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for MAA to Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from MAA to CMB?
With a flight distance of 650 kilometres, it's only a hop from Chennai Airport to Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB). It might be a quick one, but it's still worth packing a good book to read.
Which airlines fly direct from Chennai Intl. Airport (MAA) to Colombo International Airport?
There are a few airlines that fly directly from Chennai Intl. Airport (MAA) to Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB). IndiGo (6E) is a great choice, offering 91 flights each month. Love some more options? Check out the ticket prices from SriLankan Airlines (UL). This carrier offers 82 fights monthly between these airports.
Are MAA to Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Booking last minute from Chennai Airport to Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) can be hit-or-miss. You may be able to score a great bargain, but you could also completely miss out! If you'd prefer to play it safe and start planning your trip early on, Expedia compares flight deals up to a year in advance. Just bear in mind that not all airlines issue their prices that far in advance. Our advice? Check back often as prices are updated regularly.
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