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Cheap flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai from ₹ 7,708

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 1/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMB — MAA
27 Feb — 6 Mar1
1 adult

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

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 22 February 2025.

Round-trip from

₹ 12,472

One-way from

₹ 7,708

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

October

Average price

₹ 14,464

Good round-trip deal

₹ 13,396 or less

Good one-way deal

₹ 8,917 or less
IndiGo
  • IndiGo
  • 9/4-16/4
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 40m total
  • Colombo to Chennai
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FitsAir
  • FitsAir
  • 1/4
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 15m total
  • Colombo to Chennai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (₹ 72,457 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (₹ 12,335 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 22 February 2025.

Wed 26/320:55CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 20mIndiGo
Mon 14/411:30MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 20mIndiGo
Deal found 21/2₹ 12,472
Mon 3/317:05CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 20mAir India
Fri 7/305:55MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 15mAir India
Deal found 21/2₹ 12,559
Sun 20/711:45CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 15mFitsAir
Tue 22/713:45MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 15mFitsAir
Deal found 21/2₹ 12,992
Sat 22/309:00CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 23/311:40MAA - CMB
1 stop27h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/2₹ 14,204
Tue 25/213:40CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 20mSriLankan Airlines
Wed 26/220:55MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 20mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 21/2₹ 15,244

Find flights from Colombo to Chennai within your budget

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 454,620 searches. Data last updated 22 February 2025.

Fly from

Colombo

Fly to

Chennai

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColomboChennai

CMB - MAA

CMBMAA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 9/4

13:50-15:10

Nonstop1h 20m

Chennai

Wed 16/4

11:30-12:50

Nonstop1h 20m

₹ 12,472

ColomboChennai

CMB - MAA

CMBMAA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 3/3

17:05-18:25

Nonstop1h 20m

Chennai

Fri 7/3

05:55-07:10

Nonstop1h 15m

₹ 12,559

ColomboChennai

CMB - MAA

CMBMAA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 20/7

11:45-13:00

Nonstop1h 15m

Chennai

Tue 22/7

13:45-15:00

Nonstop1h 15m

₹ 12,992

ColomboChennai

CMB - MAA

CMBMAA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 22/3

09:00-10:20

Nonstop1h 20m

Chennai

Sun 23/3

11:40-15:00

1 stop27h 20m

₹ 14,204

ColomboChennai

CMB - MAA

CMBMAA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 9/3

13:35-14:55

Nonstop1h 20m

Chennai

Sun 9/3

20:55-22:15

Nonstop1h 20m

₹ 15,244

ColomboChennai

CMB - MAA

CMBMAA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 19/7

00:50-22:00

1 stop21h 10m

Chennai

Tue 22/7

23:15-23:35

1 stop24h 20m

₹ 55,344

ColomboChennai

CMB - MAA

CMBMAA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 1/4

11:45-13:00

Nonstop1h 15m

₹ 7,708

ColomboChennai

CMB - MAA

CMBMAA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 26/3

20:55-22:15

Nonstop1h 20m

₹ 8,748

ColomboChennai

CMB - MAA

CMBMAA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 7/3

17:05-18:25

Nonstop1h 20m

₹ 8,834

ColomboChennai

CMB - MAA

CMBMAA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 3/3

11:45-13:00

Nonstop1h 15m

₹ 8,921

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Best time to book a flight from Colombo to Chennai

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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 14 February 2025.

The best time to book flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai is 76 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai (average of ₹ 100). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai in May is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 120). 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 22 February 2025.

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 20% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

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 16 February 2025.

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 22 February 2025.

The most flights from CMB to MAA are scheduled on a Monday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 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 22 February 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Colombo to Chennai, see what other customers have to say about Emirates, Singapore Airlines and Malaysia Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,276 reviews
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Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Siddharth,Jan 2024

JFK - DXB

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,276 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,276 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Siddharth,Jan 2024

JFK - DXB

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,297 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,276 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Siddharth,Jan 2024

JFK - DXB

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

Malaysia Airlines
7.4
Good
263 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,276 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Siddharth,Jan 2024

JFK - DXB

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

SriLankan Airlines
6.9
Okay
74 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,276 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Siddharth,Jan 2024

JFK - DXB

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

IndiGo
6.8
Okay
481 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,276 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Siddharth,Jan 2024

JFK - DXB

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

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 7 flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Chennai per day from 4 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 ₹ 12,472 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Air India and FitsAir, starting at ₹ 12,559 and ₹ 12,992 round-trip. IndiGo is 13% 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?

    ₹ 7,708 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from FitsAir. You may also be able to find cheap deals on IndiGo and Air India, with prices starting from ₹ 8,748 and ₹ 8,834, 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(100%), IndiGo(91%) or Korean Air(87%), 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 ₹ 12,154, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is ₹ 8,149. When looking at the most popular route, (Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - Chennai), you can expect to pay ₹ 12,212 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai (average of ₹ 100). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai in May is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 120). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FitsAirCheapest₹ 9,702Average₹ 14,271FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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IndiGoCheapest₹ 12,107Average₹ 13,623FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Air IndiaCheapest₹ 12,212Average₹ 13,672FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest₹ 13,540Average₹ 14,962FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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