S$198 Cheap Flights from Colombo to Chennai

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Cheap Flights from Colombo to Chennai (CMB-MAA)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at S$198 for one-way flights and S$266 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

IndiGo
Sat, 24 Jan - Fri, 30 Jan
CMB
Colombo
MAA
Chennai
S$266 Return, found 17 hours ago
S$266
Return
found 17 hours ago
Select IndiGo flight, departing Sat, 24 Jan from Colombo to Chennai, returning Fri, 30 Jan, priced at S$266 found 17 hours ago
IndiGo
Mon, 9 Feb - Sun, 15 Feb
CMB
Colombo
MAA
Chennai
S$271 Return, found 1 day ago
S$271
Return
found 1 day ago
Select IndiGo flight, departing Mon, 9 Feb from Colombo to Chennai, returning Sun, 15 Feb, priced at S$271 found 1 day ago
IndiGo
Sat, 24 Jan - Fri, 30 Jan
CMB
Colombo
MAA
Chennai
S$278 Return, found 17 hours ago
S$278
Return
found 17 hours ago
Select IndiGo flight, departing Sat, 24 Jan from Colombo to Chennai, returning Fri, 30 Jan, priced at S$278 found 17 hours ago
IndiGo
Sat, 24 Jan - Fri, 30 Jan
CMB
Colombo
MAA
Chennai
S$283 Return, found 17 hours ago
S$283
Return
found 17 hours ago
Select IndiGo flight, departing Sat, 24 Jan from Colombo to Chennai, returning Fri, 30 Jan, priced at S$283 found 17 hours ago
IndiGo
Fri, 20 Feb - Sat, 28 Feb
CMB
Colombo
MAA
Chennai
S$285 Return, found 2 hours ago
S$285
Return
found 2 hours ago
Select IndiGo flight, departing Fri, 20 Feb from Colombo to Chennai, returning Sat, 28 Feb, priced at S$285 found 2 hours ago
IndiGo
Sat, 24 Jan - Fri, 30 Jan
CMB
Colombo
MAA
Chennai
S$290 Return, found 17 hours ago
S$290
Return
found 17 hours ago
Select IndiGo flight, departing Sat, 24 Jan from Colombo to Chennai, returning Fri, 30 Jan, priced at S$290 found 17 hours ago
IndiGo
Fri, 27 Mar - Sun, 5 Apr
CMB
Colombo
MAA
Chennai
S$290 Return, found 2 hours ago
S$290
Return
found 2 hours ago
Select IndiGo flight, departing Fri, 27 Mar from Colombo to Chennai, returning Sun, 5 Apr, priced at S$290 found 2 hours ago
IndiGo
Mon, 23 Feb - Tue, 3 Mar
CMB
Colombo
MAA
Chennai
S$292 Return, found 2 days ago
S$292
Return
found 2 days ago
Select IndiGo flight, departing Mon, 23 Feb from Colombo to Chennai, returning Tue, 3 Mar, priced at S$292 found 2 days ago
SriLankan Airlines
Fri, 27 Mar - Sun, 5 Apr
CMB
Colombo
MAA
Chennai
S$309 Return, found 2 hours ago
S$309
Return
found 2 hours ago
Select SriLankan Airlines flight, departing Fri, 27 Mar from Colombo to Chennai, returning Sun, 5 Apr, priced at S$309 found 2 hours ago
Air India
Thu, 8 Jan - Thu, 15 Jan
CMB
Colombo
MAA
Chennai
S$528 Return, found 3 days ago
S$528
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Air India flight, departing Thu, 8 Jan from Colombo to Chennai, returning Thu, 15 Jan, priced at S$528 found 3 days ago

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

July is typically the cheapest month to fly

From S$169 - S$310 per traveller.
Colombo to Chennai route information
Origin airport
Bandaranaike Intl.
Destination airport
Chennai Intl.
Airlines serving
Air India, IndiGo, SriLankan Airlines
Return price
S$265
Distance
642 km
Average flight time
1 hour 24 mins

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from Colombo International Airport to Chennai Airport?
Start packing your bags, because round-trip flights from Colombo International Airport to Chennai Intl. Airport (MAA) start from S$266. That's based on fares listed within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year. Prices can rise quickly, so book today to secure the best deal. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) to MAA?
Most flights can be conveniently cancelled online, but whether you incur a fee all comes down to your airline. If you do need to cancel your getaway, follow the easy instructions in the Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from CMB to Chennai Intl. Airport (MAA) 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 Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) to MAA flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) to MAA?
That movie you've been desperate to see will just have to wait — the flight distance between Colombo International Airport and Chennai Intl. Airport (MAA) is only 650 kilometres. The captain will be instructing you to put your seat upright for touchdown before you know it.
Which airlines fly direct from Colombo International Airport to MAA?
IndiGo (6E) is one of the top choices for many travellers flying between Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) and MAA. Select from the 91 flights it offers on this route each month. You could also take a look at the airfares with SriLankan Airlines (UL). This carrier operates 82 flights a month between Seeduwa - Katunayake and Chennai.
Are CMB to Chennai Intl. Airport (MAA) flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Late planners can occasionally find a bargain, with some of the cheapest fares from Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) to Chennai Airport cropping up a few weeks prior to the departure date. If you'd rather plan ahead, Expedia compares and updates the best flight deals continually — as early as a year in advance in some cases. It depends on the carrier though, as not every airline releases prices so far in advance.

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