Cheap flights from Chiang Mai to Colombo
One-way fares from $191, found recently by travellers. Plus what 5 days in Colombo costs once you land.
Cheapest dates we found
- 19 Nov2026CNX → CMBThai AirAsia · 1 stop · 4h 35m$191one way
- 24 Nov2026CNX → CMBThai AirAsia · 1 stop · 4h 30m$193one way
- 14 Dec2026CNX → CMBVietJet Air · 1 stop · 7h 30m$199one way
- 18 Dec2026CNX → CMBVietJet Air · 1 stop · 7h 30m$200one way
- 30 Dec2026CNX → CMBVietJet Air · 1 stop · 7h 30m$216one way
- 20 Jan2027CNX → CMBThai Lion Air · 1 stop · 4h 35m$217one way
- 15 Dec2026CNX → CMBThai AirAsia · 1 stop · 4h 30m$241one way
- 17 Dec2026CNX → CMBChina Eastern · 1 stop · 6h 40m$252one 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 Thai AirAsia, VietJet Air, Thai Lion Air, China Eastern, AirAsia. 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 Chiang Mai to Colombo?
The cheapest one-way fare we found recently was $191 with Thai AirAsia on 19 Nov 2026. Most of the fares we saw were between $191 and $252 one way. Prices change daily, so open the fare to see today's price.
How long is the flight from Chiang Mai to Colombo?
The quickest flight in our recent results took 4h 30m with 1 stop.
Are there direct flights from Chiang Mai to Colombo?
The cheapest fares we found all had at least one stop. Non-stop flights may exist at higher prices, so check the flight search.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Chiang Mai to Colombo?
In our recent results, November had the lowest fare ($191 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 $382 per person for a return flight from Chiang Mai.
More flights from Chiang Mai
- Return: Colombo → Chiang Mai
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- Chiang Mai → Mumbai
- Chiang Mai → Goa
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Fares are recent prices found by travellers, cached for a few hours. Trip costs are planning estimates checked 2026-10-11. Always confirm the final price when you book. Some links are affiliate links; they never change your price.