Cheap flights from Chennai to Colombo
One-way fares from $95, found recently by travellers. Plus what 5 days in Colombo costs once you land.
Cheapest dates we found
- 14 Oct2026MAA → CMBSriLankan · Non-stop · 1h 25m$95one way
- 19 Oct2026MAA → CMBIndiGo · Non-stop · 1h 20m$110one way
- 21 Sep2027MAA → CMBSriLankan · Non-stop · 1h 25m$114one way
- 1 Nov2026MAA → CMBIndiGo · Non-stop · 1h 15m$119one way
- 4 Nov2026MAA → CMBIndiGo · Non-stop · 1h 15m$119one way
- 1 Dec2026MAA → CMBIndiGo · Non-stop · 1h 20m$121one way
- 5 Jan2027MAA → CMBIndiGo · Non-stop · 1h 20m$121one way
One-way economy prices travellers found on Aviasales in the last few days. They change often, so open a fare to see today's price.
Lowest fare by month
Lowest one-way fare seen for each month. Months with no price had no recent searches.
Airlines on this route
Recent cheap fares were with SriLankan, IndiGo. Low-cost airlines often charge extra for checked bags and seats, so compare the full price.
When to go to Colombo
December to March for the west coast. Sri Lanka has two monsoons, so another region is always in season.
Money-saving tips for Colombo
- Tuk-tuk apps (PickMe, Uber) give fair prices.
- Rice and curry at local eateries and kottu roti are cheap and filling.
- Trains to Kandy and Galle are scenic and inexpensive; book reserved seats early.
Questions
How much is a flight from Chennai to Colombo?
The cheapest one-way fare we found recently was $95 with SriLankan on 14 Oct 2026. Most of the fares we saw were between $95 and $121 one way. Prices change daily, so open the fare to see today's price.
How long is the flight from Chennai to Colombo?
The quickest flight in our recent results took 1h 15m non-stop.
Are there direct flights from Chennai to Colombo?
Yes. SriLankan, IndiGo had non-stop fares in our recent results, from $95.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Chennai to Colombo?
In our recent results, October had the lowest fare ($95 one way). This is based on prices other travellers found, not a forecast.
How much money do I need for 5 days in Colombo?
About $155 for one backpacker, or $740 for two people travelling mid-range (hotel, food, transport and sights, flights not included). Add about $190 per person for a return flight from Chennai.
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