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Cheap flights from Chennai to Sri Lanka from ₹ 12,255

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 14/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAA — CMB
30 Mar — 6 Apr1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Chennai to Sri Lanka

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Chennai to Sri Lanka flight deals. Data was last updated 25 March 2025.

Round-trip from

₹ 12,255

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

₹ 14,397

Good round-trip deal

₹ 13,239 or less

Good one-way deal

₹ 6,787 or less
SriLankan Airlines
  • SriLankan Airlines
  • 2/6-8/6
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 50m total
  • Chennai to Sri Lanka
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Cheapest flights from Chennai to Sri Lanka
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chennai to Sri Lanka. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 25 March 2025.

Thu 10/705:45MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 25mAir India
Sun 20/716:00CMB - MAA
1 stop8h 55mAir India
Deal found 25/3₹ 12,341
Mon 7/421:15MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 25mSriLankan Airlines
Thu 10/413:30CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 25mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 25/3₹ 12,855
Thu 10/401:05MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 25mIndiGo
Mon 14/413:50CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 20mIndiGo
Deal found 24/3₹ 13,198
Tue 22/401:05MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 26/417:05CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/3₹ 14,655

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Chennai to Sri Lanka 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 25 March 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chennai to Sri Lanka that are best for you.

Fly from

Chennai

Fly to

Sri Lanka

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChennaiColombo

MAA - CMB

MAACMB

Chennai

Wed 14/5

21:15-22:40

Nonstop1h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 21/5

13:30-14:55

Nonstop1h 25m

₹ 12,255

ChennaiColombo

MAA - CMB

MAACMB

Chennai

Fri 18/4

05:45-07:10

Nonstop1h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 16/5

17:05-18:25

Nonstop1h 20m

₹ 12,341

ChennaiColombo

MAA - CMB

MAACMB

Chennai

Sun 20/4

01:05-02:30

Nonstop1h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 28/4

13:50-15:10

Nonstop1h 20m

₹ 12,683

ChennaiColombo

MAA - CMB

MAACMB

Chennai

Sat 5/4

01:05-02:30

Nonstop1h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 13/4

17:05-18:25

Nonstop1h 20m

₹ 14,997

ChennaiColombo

MAA - CMB

MAACMB

Chennai

Wed 25/6

16:50-13:40

2 stops20h 50m

₹ 14,055

ChennaiColombo

MAA - CMB

MAACMB

Chennai

Thu 8/5

23:45-11:10

2 stops11h 25m

₹ 17,311

ChennaiColombo

MAA - CMB

MAACMB

Chennai

Fri 18/7

11:45-22:55

1 stop11h 10m

₹ 54,248

ChennaiColombo

MAA - CMB

MAACMB

Chennai

Tue 29/4

16:55-08:40

2 stops15h 45m

₹ 101,468

ChennaiColombo

MAA - CMB

MAACMB

Chennai

Sun 11/5

01:10-23:55

1 stop22h 45m

₹ 144,489

ChennaiColombo

MAA - CMB

MAACMB

Chennai

Sun 20/7

01:30-23:30

1 stop22h 00m

₹ 193,766

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Deals found on 24/3

Best time to book a flight from Chennai to Sri Lanka

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Sri Lanka from Chennai with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chennai to Sri Lanka

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chennai to Sri Lanka?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to Sri Lanka (average of ₹ 204). Flying from Chennai to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 264). 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 MAA to LK?

Find hourly flight availability from Chennai to Sri Lanka. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 25 March 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Chennai to Sri Lanka in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 3% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chennai to Sri Lanka?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Chennai to Sri Lanka. Price data was last updated on 23 March 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Chennai to Sri Lanka flight should consider departing on Saturday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Sri Lanka by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Sri Lanka ranges from 60.0 - 350.0 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 350.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Sri Lanka when rainfall is around 60.0 mm.

Temperature in Sri Lanka by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Sri Lanka, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, March is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 27.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Sri Lanka

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sri Lanka. 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 Sri Lanka. Reviews last updated 25 March 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Thai Airways, Cathay Pacific and Malaysia Airlines from Chennai to Sri Lanka have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Thai Airways
7.8
Good
316 reviews
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Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

ROBERT,Nov 2024

SGN - BKK

Very professional crew and food were excellent and seats were comfortable. Good choice on screen and relaxed flight
Thai Airways
7.8
Good
316 reviews
Thai Airways
7.8
Good
316 reviews
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Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

ROBERT,Nov 2024

SGN - BKK

Very professional crew and food were excellent and seats were comfortable. Good choice on screen and relaxed flight
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
834 reviews
Thai Airways
7.8
Good
316 reviews
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Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

ROBERT,Nov 2024

SGN - BKK

Very professional crew and food were excellent and seats were comfortable. Good choice on screen and relaxed flight
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
252 reviews
Thai Airways
7.8
Good
316 reviews
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Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

ROBERT,Nov 2024

SGN - BKK

Very professional crew and food were excellent and seats were comfortable. Good choice on screen and relaxed flight
IndiGo
6.8
Okay
471 reviews
Thai Airways
7.8
Good
316 reviews
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Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

ROBERT,Nov 2024

SGN - BKK

Very professional crew and food were excellent and seats were comfortable. Good choice on screen and relaxed flight
SriLankan Airlines
6.8
Okay
73 reviews
Thai Airways
7.8
Good
316 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

ROBERT,Nov 2024

SGN - BKK

Very professional crew and food were excellent and seats were comfortable. Good choice on screen and relaxed flight

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chennai to Sri Lanka. 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 from for flights from Chennai to Sri Lanka?

    Most people fly from Chennai (MAA) if they book a flight from Chennai to Sri Lanka. Chennai is conveniently located just 16.5 km from Chennai’s city centre.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chennai to Sri Lanka one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for IndiGo. According to our data, you can fly for as low as ₹ 14,055. Users have also found prices from ₹ 54,248 and ₹ 101,468 on Malaysia Airlines and Air India, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chennai to Sri Lanka?

    Before booking your flight to Sri Lanka from Chennai, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Air India (97%), Ethiopian Air (94%), Singapore Airlines( 93%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chennai to Sri Lanka?

    On average you can expect to pay ₹ 28,816 for a flight from Chennai to Sri Lanka. The cheapest flight overall is ₹ 5,498 while the most popular route, (Chennai - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl) is currently priced at ₹ 10,198.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Chennai to Sri Lanka?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chennai to Sri Lanka 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 Chennai to Sri Lanka?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to Sri Lanka (average of ₹ 204). Flying from Chennai to Sri Lanka in December is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 264). 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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Top 5 airlines flying from Chennai to Sri Lanka

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Chennai to Sri Lanka. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 454,620 searches. Data last updated 25 March 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FitsAirCheapest₹ 10,429Average₹ 14,494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Alliance AirCheapest₹ 12,021Average₹ 15,074FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air IndiaCheapest₹ 12,394Average₹ 14,170FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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IndiGoCheapest₹ 12,543Average₹ 15,090FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest₹ 13,110Average₹ 14,909FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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