¥12,003 Cheap Flights from Chennai (MAA) to Colombo (CMB)

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Cheap Flights from Chennai to Colombo (MAA-CMB)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at ¥12,003 for one-way flights and ¥22,970 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Air India
Air India
Air India
Air India
SriLankan Airlines
SriLankan Airlines
SriLankan Airlines
IndiGo
Thai Airways International
Cathay Pacific

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

September is typically the cheapest month to fly

From ¥20,136 - ¥24,382 per traveler.

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from Chennai Intl. Airport (MAA) to Colombo International Airport?
Based on fares available 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 ¥22,970. Make your booking today to secure 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 Airport to Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB)?
This differs from airline to airline, as each has its own terms and conditions. Head to the Customer Service Portal, where there are instructions on how to cancel online.
How do I find cheap flights from MAA to Colombo International Airport 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 Colombo International Airport flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How many hours is the flight from Chennai Airport to CMB?
Get comfortable, select an in-flight TV show and 1 hour and 25 minutes will whiz by in a jiffy. That's how long it'll take you to reach Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) from Chennai Airport.
How far is the flight from Chennai Intl. Airport (MAA) to Colombo International Airport?
It's only 650 kilometers from Chennai Intl. Airport (MAA) to Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB). Chances are you'll spend more time traveling to and from the airport than actually flying!
Which airlines fly direct from Chennai Airport to Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB)?
With so many great airlines to select from, you'll be able to find the perfect flight from Chennai Intl. Airport (MAA) to Colombo International Airport in just a few easy clicks. These are some of the top carriers that fly between these airports:

  • SriLankan Airlines - (UL) with 78 monthly flights
  • IndiGo - (6E) with 60 monthly flights
  • Air India - (AI) with 43 monthly flights
  • FitsAir - (8D) with 30 monthly flights

Are Chennai Intl. Airport (MAA) to Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Late planners can sometimes nab a bargain, with some super cheap airfares from Chennai Intl. Airport (MAA) to Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) showing up a few weeks before the departure date. If you'd rather book ahead of time, Expedia compares and updates the best flight deals continually — as early as 12 months in advance in some cases. It does depend on the carrier though, as not all airlines quote prices so far in advance.

Travel information

Travel information

Origin airport
Chennai Intl.
Destination airport
Bandaranaike Intl.
Airlines serving
Air India, Cathay Pacific, IndiGo, SriLankan Airlines, Thai Airways International
Roundtrip price
¥22,970
Distance
642 km
Average flight time
1 hour 23 mins

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