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Cheap flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai from ₹ 7,779

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMB — MAA
7 Dec — 14 Dec1
1 adult

The best prices from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Chennai are usually found in October or September, booked 76 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Monday

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Colombo to Chennai that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 452,434 searches. Data last updated 2 December 2024.

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ColomboChennai

CMB - MAA

CMBMAA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 2/2

03:00-04:20

Nonstop1h 20m

Chennai

Sun 9/2

00:35-02:00

Nonstop1h 25m

₹ 11,923

ColomboChennai

CMB - MAA

CMBMAA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 22/1

19:15-20:35

Nonstop1h 20m

Chennai

Mon 27/1

05:55-07:10

Nonstop1h 15m

₹ 12,684

ColomboChennai

CMB - MAA

CMBMAA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 15/12

09:00-10:20

Nonstop1h 20m

Chennai

Tue 17/12

11:10-12:30

Nonstop1h 20m

₹ 13,022

ColomboChennai

CMB - MAA

CMBMAA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 12/12

17:05-18:25

Nonstop1h 20m

Chennai

Sat 14/12

11:10-12:30

Nonstop1h 20m

₹ 13,445

ColomboChennai

CMB - MAA

CMBMAA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 25/12

07:20-08:40

Nonstop1h 20m

Chennai

Tue 31/12

16:00-17:20

Nonstop1h 20m

₹ 15,389

ColomboChennai

CMB - MAA

CMBMAA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 9/12

17:05-18:25

Nonstop1h 20m

₹ 7,779

ColomboChennai

CMB - MAA

CMBMAA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 25/2

20:55-22:15

Nonstop1h 20m

₹ 8,625

ColomboChennai

CMB - MAA

CMBMAA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 24/12

07:20-08:40

Nonstop1h 20m

₹ 10,739

ColomboChennai

CMB - MAA

CMBMAA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 26/12

09:00-10:20

Nonstop1h 20m

₹ 11,162

ColomboChennai

CMB - MAA

CMBMAA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 31/1

22:45-23:30

2 stops24h 45m

₹ 14,544

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Cheap flight deals from Colombo to Chennai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Colombo (CMB) to Chennai (MAA). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 2 December 2024.

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IndiGo
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  • 2h 45m total
  • Colombo to Chennai
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Air India
  • Air India
  • 9/12
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 20m total
  • Colombo to Chennai
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Cheapest flights from Colombo to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Colombo to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 2 December 2024.

Thu 5/1217:05CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 20mAir India
Mon 9/1205:55MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 15mAir India
Deal found 1/12₹ 11,838
Thu 5/1220:55CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 20mIndiGo
Sun 8/1218:35MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 20mIndiGo
Deal found 1/12₹ 11,923
Thu 12/1217:05CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 14/1211:10MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/12₹ 13,445
Mon 2/1211:40CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 20mFitsAir
Mon 9/1214:30MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 20mFitsAir
Deal found 1/12₹ 14,882
Wed 25/1207:20CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 20mSriLankan Airlines
Tue 31/1216:00MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 20mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 1/12₹ 15,389

Best time to book a flight from Colombo to Chennai

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chennai from Colombo with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from Colombo to Chennai

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Colombo to Chennai including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Colombo to Chennai. Price data was last updated on 22 November 2024.

The best time to book flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai is 39 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai (average of ₹ 101). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai in May is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 118). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CMB to MAA?

Find hourly flight availability from Colombo to Chennai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 2 December 2024.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 9% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Colombo to Chennai. Price data was last updated on 1 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai

Explore weekly flight availability from Colombo to Chennai. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 2 December 2024.

The most flights from CMB to MAA are scheduled on a Saturday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

Rainfall in Chennai by month

Plan your trip to Chennai by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chennai ranges from 10.0 - 330.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 330.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Chennai when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Chennai by month

Plan your trip to Chennai by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chennai, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, May is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 33.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 25.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chennai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chennai. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Chennai. Reviews last updated 2 December 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Colombo to Chennai, see what other customers have to say about Air India, SriLankan Airlines and IndiGo. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,466 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,466 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,466 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,338 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,466 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Air Arabia
7.7
Good
49 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,466 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

SriLankan Airlines
7.1
Good
97 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,466 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

IndiGo
6.9
Okay
514 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,466 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Colombo to Chennai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Chennai from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl?

    If you book a flight to Chennai from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl, you will be flying to Chennai, which is the city’s only airport. Chennai (MAA) is located 16.5 km from the centre of Chennai. There are 6 flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Chennai per day from 5 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai is IndiGo. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as ₹ 11,923 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Air India and FitsAir, starting at ₹ 12,684 and ₹ 13,022 round-trip. IndiGo is 15% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai one-way?

    ₹ 7,779 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Air India. You may also be able to find cheap deals on IndiGo and SriLankan Airlines, with prices starting from ₹ 8,625 and ₹ 10,739, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai consider choosing FitsAir(97%), Air India(82%) or IndiGo(80%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai?

    While on average a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai is generally ₹ 12,645, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is ₹ 7,808. When looking at the most popular route, (Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - Chennai), you can expect to pay ₹ 11,838 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Colombo to Chennai that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Colombo to Chennai flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Colombo to Chennai?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Colombo to Chennai.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Colombo to Chennai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Colombo to Chennai by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai (average of ₹ 101). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai in May is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 118). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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FitsAirCheapest₹ 10,838Average₹ 14,408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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SpiceJetCheapest₹ 11,149Average₹ 13,385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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IndiGoCheapest₹ 11,853Average₹ 13,948FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Air IndiaCheapest₹ 11,967Average₹ 14,259FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest₹ 12,952Average₹ 14,725FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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