S$197 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$197 for one-way flights and S$248 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

IndiGo
Thu, 10 Jul - Sun, 13 Jul
CMB
Colombo
MAA
Chennai
S$248 Return, found 18 hours ago
S$248
Return
found 18 hours ago
Select IndiGo flight, departing Thu, 10 Jul from Colombo to Chennai, returning Sun, 13 Jul, priced at S$248 found 18 hours ago
IndiGo
Thu, 10 Jul - Sun, 13 Jul
CMB
Colombo
MAA
Chennai
S$258 Return, found 18 hours ago
S$258
Return
found 18 hours ago
Select IndiGo flight, departing Thu, 10 Jul from Colombo to Chennai, returning Sun, 13 Jul, priced at S$258 found 18 hours ago
Air India
Mon, 7 Jul - Mon, 14 Jul
CMB
Colombo
MAA
Chennai
S$261 Return, found 4 days ago
S$261
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Air India flight, departing Mon, 7 Jul from Colombo to Chennai, returning Mon, 14 Jul, priced at S$261 found 4 days ago
Air India
Fri, 18 Jul - Thu, 31 Jul
CMB
Colombo
MAA
Chennai
S$267 Return, found 6 days ago
S$267
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Air India flight, departing Fri, 18 Jul from Colombo to Chennai, returning Thu, 31 Jul, priced at S$267 found 6 days ago
IndiGo
Sun, 29 Jun - Thu, 3 Jul
CMB
Colombo
MAA
Chennai
S$268 Return, found 1 day ago
S$268
Return
found 1 day ago
Select IndiGo flight, departing Sun, 29 Jun from Colombo to Chennai, returning Thu, 3 Jul, priced at S$268 found 1 day ago
Air India
Fri, 18 Jul - Sun, 20 Jul
CMB
Colombo
MAA
Chennai
S$269 Return, found 2 days ago
S$269
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Air India flight, departing Fri, 18 Jul from Colombo to Chennai, returning Sun, 20 Jul, priced at S$269 found 2 days ago
IndiGo
Tue, 5 Aug - Wed, 6 Aug
CMB
Colombo
MAA
Chennai
S$273 Return, found 1 day ago
S$273
Return
found 1 day ago
Select IndiGo flight, departing Tue, 5 Aug from Colombo to Chennai, returning Wed, 6 Aug, priced at S$273 found 1 day ago
IndiGo
Thu, 10 Jul - Sun, 13 Jul
CMB
Colombo
MAA
Chennai
S$275 Return, found 18 hours ago
S$275
Return
found 18 hours ago
Select IndiGo flight, departing Thu, 10 Jul from Colombo to Chennai, returning Sun, 13 Jul, priced at S$275 found 18 hours ago
IndiGo
Sun, 29 Jun - Thu, 3 Jul
CMB
Colombo
MAA
Chennai
S$278 Return, found 1 day ago
S$278
Return
found 1 day ago
Select IndiGo flight, departing Sun, 29 Jun from Colombo to Chennai, returning Thu, 3 Jul, priced at S$278 found 1 day ago
SriLankan Airlines
Sat, 8 Nov - Wed, 12 Nov
CMB
Colombo
MAA
Chennai
S$297 Return, found 12 hours ago
S$297
Return
found 12 hours ago
Select SriLankan Airlines flight, departing Sat, 8 Nov from Colombo to Chennai, returning Wed, 12 Nov, priced at S$297 found 12 hours ago

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

June is typically the cheapest month to fly

From S$168 - S$288 per traveller.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Colombo to Chennai route information
Origin airport
Bandaranaike Intl.
Destination airport
Chennai Intl.
Airlines serving
Air India, IndiGo, SriLankan Airlines
Return price
S$247
Distance
642 km
Average flight time
1 hour 22 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$248. 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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