S$96 Cheap Flights from Chennai to Colombo

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Cheap Flights from Chennai to Colombo (MAA-CMB)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at S$96 for one-way flights and S$254 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Air India
Fri, 5 Dec - Mon, 8 Dec
MAA
Chennai
CMB
Colombo
S$254 Return, found 6 days ago
S$254
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Air India flight, departing Fri, 5 Dec from Chennai to Colombo, returning Mon, 8 Dec, priced at S$254 found 6 days ago
Air India
Wed, 11 Mar - Mon, 16 Mar
MAA
Chennai
CMB
Colombo
S$257 Return, found 6 days ago
S$257
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Air India flight, departing Wed, 11 Mar from Chennai to Colombo, returning Mon, 16 Mar, priced at S$257 found 6 days ago
SriLankan Airlines
Fri, 22 May - Thu, 28 May
MAA
Chennai
CMB
Colombo
S$260 Return, found 17 hours ago
S$260
Return
found 17 hours ago
Select SriLankan Airlines flight, departing Fri, 22 May from Chennai to Colombo, returning Thu, 28 May, priced at S$260 found 17 hours ago
SriLankan Airlines
Thu, 29 Jan - Wed, 4 Feb
MAA
Chennai
CMB
Colombo
S$260 Return, found 2 days ago
S$260
Return
found 2 days ago
Select SriLankan Airlines flight, departing Thu, 29 Jan from Chennai to Colombo, returning Wed, 4 Feb, priced at S$260 found 2 days ago
SriLankan Airlines
Thu, 4 Dec - Fri, 12 Dec
MAA
Chennai
CMB
Colombo
S$262 Return, found 4 days ago
S$262
Return
found 4 days ago
Select SriLankan Airlines flight, departing Thu, 4 Dec from Chennai to Colombo, returning Fri, 12 Dec, priced at S$262 found 4 days ago
SriLankan Airlines
Wed, 17 Dec - Fri, 19 Dec
MAA
Chennai
CMB
Colombo
S$264 Return, found 6 days ago
S$264
Return
found 6 days ago
Select SriLankan Airlines flight, departing Wed, 17 Dec from Chennai to Colombo, returning Fri, 19 Dec, priced at S$264 found 6 days ago
Air India
Fri, 5 Dec - Thu, 15 Jan
MAA
Chennai
CMB
Colombo
S$264 Return, found 2 days ago
S$264
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Air India flight, departing Fri, 5 Dec from Chennai to Colombo, returning Thu, 15 Jan, priced at S$264 found 2 days ago
SriLankan Airlines
Thu, 4 Dec - Sat, 6 Dec
MAA
Chennai
CMB
Colombo
S$265 Return, found 2 days ago
S$265
Return
found 2 days ago
Select SriLankan Airlines flight, departing Thu, 4 Dec from Chennai to Colombo, returning Sat, 6 Dec, priced at S$265 found 2 days ago
SriLankan Airlines
Thu, 4 Dec - Fri, 12 Dec
MAA
Chennai
CMB
Colombo
S$266 Return, found 4 days ago
S$266
Return
found 4 days ago
Select SriLankan Airlines flight, departing Thu, 4 Dec from Chennai to Colombo, returning Fri, 12 Dec, priced at S$266 found 4 days ago
IndiGo
Thu, 12 Feb - Wed, 18 Feb
MAA
Chennai
CMB
Colombo
S$279 Return, found 5 days ago
S$279
Return
found 5 days ago
Select IndiGo flight, departing Thu, 12 Feb from Chennai to Colombo, returning Wed, 18 Feb, priced at S$279 found 5 days ago

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From S$178 - S$227 per traveller.

Alternative airports near Colombo

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Select flight to Bandaranaike Intl. CMB. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city centre is 28 minutes. Flights from S$264
CMB
Bandaranaike Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city centre28 min
Flights from S$264
Chennai to Colombo route information
Origin airport
Chennai Intl.
Destination airport
Bandaranaike Intl.
Airlines serving
Air India, IndiGo, SriLankan Airlines
Return price
S$254
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 S$254. 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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