Cheap flights from Colombo to Chennai
Flights overview
Prices shown are for one adult in Economy class flights from Zürich to New York. This includes the cheapest Business class options where available.
Prices reflect the lowest available in the next three months, though they are subject to change and availability.
Last-minute deals apply to the cheapest weekend trips available in the next seven days, with weekend trips being flights departing between Thursday and Saturday and returning on Sunday or Monday.
Flight duration shown is based on nonstop flights or those with the fewest stops available.
Prices reflect the lowest available in the next three months, though they are subject to change and availability.
Last-minute deals apply to the cheapest weekend trips available in the next seven days, with weekend trips being flights departing between Thursday and Saturday and returning on Sunday or Monday.
Flight duration shown is based on nonstop flights or those with the fewest stops available.
Useful information for finding cheap flights from Colombo to Chennai and booking your next trip
| Cheapest round-trip flights | HK$1,264 | IndiGoNonstop2 hrThu, Jan 29 — Mon, Feb 2 | The cheapest round-trip flight from Colombo to Chennai is currently HK$1,264 | |
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| Cheapest one-way flight | HK$757 | IndiGoNonstop2 hrSat, Dec 20 | The cheapest one-way flight from Colombo to Chennai is currently HK$757 | |
| Last-minute weekend getaway | HK$1,343 | IndiGoNonstop2 hrThu, Dec 25 — Mon, Dec 29 | The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Colombo to Chennai is currently HK$1,343 | |
| Cheapest business class flights | HK$4,034 | SriLankanNonstop2 hrThu, Jan 15 — Sun, Jan 18 | The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Colombo to Chennai is currently HK$4,034 |
| Fastest flight | 1 hr 20 min | The fastest nonstop flight from Colombo to Chennai takes 1 hr 20 min |
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| Nonstop flights | Every day | There are direct flights on this route every day. |
When is the cheapest time to fly?
Typical prices for the least expensive flights for weekend trips from Colombo to Chennai per month. Insights are based on fares observed in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ.
The cheapest month to fly from Colombo to Chennai is typically July. The most expensive month to fly is typically January.
| July Cheapest | Typical prices: HK$960–1,050 |
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| January Most expensive | Typical prices: HK$1,050–1,950 |
Popular airlines from Colombo to Chennai
Popularity is based on the number of weekly nonstop and connecting flights the airline operates. Connecting flights do not include interline routes.
Flight suggestions are based on an airline's cheapest round-trip fares from Colombo to Chennai in the next 3 months. Prices include required taxes + fees for one adult. Optional charges and bag fees may apply.
Typical prices are based on fares observed in the past year for one-week round trips with the same origin, destination, and airline.
- IndiGoNonstopfrom HK$1,264Typical price: HK$980–1,45027 weekly nonstop flightsCMB - MAAEvery day432 weekly connecting flightsCMB - MAAEvery day
- SriLankanNonstopfrom HK$1,393Typical price: HK$1,300–1,80021 weekly nonstop flightsCMB - MAAEvery day
- Air Indiafrom HK$2,690Typical price: HK$1,050–2,100106 weekly connecting flightsCMB - MAAEvery day
- Etihad40 weekly connecting flightsCMB - MAAEvery day
- EmiratesTypical price: HK$6,100–7,30028 weekly connecting flightsCMB - MAAEvery day
- AirAsia21 weekly connecting flightsCMB - MAAEvery day
Popular airports near Colombo
Distance and driving time are relative to the city center. Airports are listed based on distance from Colombo center and popularity with travelers.
- Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)ColomboSri Lanka40 min28 km
- Koggala Air Force Base (KCT)KoggalaSri Lanka2 hr 18 min115 km
- Weerawila Airport (WRZ)WeerawilaSri Lanka3 hr 38 min169 km
- Sigiriya Airport (GIU)SigiriyaSri Lanka3 hr 41 min149 km
Popular airports near Chennai
Distance and driving time are relative to the city center. Airports are listed based on distance from Chennai center and popularity with travelers.
- Chennai International Airport (MAA)ChennaiIndia45 min14 km
- Tirupati International Airport (TIR)TirupatiIndia2 hr 58 min99 km
- Puducherry Airport (PNY)PuducherryIndia3 hr 21 min133 km
Frequently asked questions about flying from Colombo to Chennai
The cheapest flights from Colombo to Chennai are usually in July. Typical ticket prices in July range from HK$960 to HK$1,050.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Colombo to Chennai recently found on Google Flights was with IndiGo from HK$1,264. The cheapest one-way flight was with IndiGo from HK$757.
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
- The cheapest IndiGo flight from Colombo to Chennai is HK$1,264, flying from Jan 29 to Feb 2.
- The cheapest SriLankan flight from Colombo to Chennai is HK$1,393, flying from Jan 29 to Feb 1.
- The cheapest Air India flight from Colombo to Chennai is HK$2,690, flying from Jan 29 to Feb 2.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Colombo to Chennai starts at HK$1,264 from Thu, Jan 29 to Mon, Feb 2. The cheapest one-way flight starts at HK$757 and departs on Sat, Dec 20.
1 hr 20 min is the shortest flight time from Colombo to Chennai.
Peak travel periods include May–Jun and Dec–Jan. Chennai has a hot and humid climate. Generally, there is very little rain Jan–May. Torrential rains arrive during the northeast monsoon, usually around Oct–Nov. The Marghazi Festival of Music & Dance (Dec–Jan) focuses on classical South Indian Carnatic music and Bharatanatyam dances. The Pongal Festival (Jan), is a traditional harvest celebration, typical of Tamil Nadu, with sweet rice delicacies, ornamented cattle and streets decorated with powdered chalk designs.
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Colombo to Chennai.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.
You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.
You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
What counts as the best airline for your flights from Colombo to Chennai really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from Colombo to Chennai.
In terms of nonstop flights, IndiGo is the most popular. IndiGo offers 27 nonstop flights and 432 connecting flights per week. IndiGo flies from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Chennai International Airport (MAA).
Other popular airlines flying from Colombo to Chennai are:
In terms of nonstop flights, IndiGo is the most popular. IndiGo offers 27 nonstop flights and 432 connecting flights per week. IndiGo flies from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Chennai International Airport (MAA).
Other popular airlines flying from Colombo to Chennai are:
- SriLankan offers 21 nonstop flights per week. SriLankan flies from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Chennai International Airport (MAA).
- Air India offers 106 connecting flights per week. Air India flies from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Chennai International Airport (MAA).
- Etihad offers 40 connecting flights per week. Etihad flies from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Chennai International Airport (MAA).
- Emirates offers 28 connecting flights per week. Emirates flies from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Chennai International Airport (MAA).
- AirAsia offers 21 connecting flights per week. AirAsia flies from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Chennai International Airport (MAA).
The cheapest round-trip flight from Colombo to Chennai recently found on Google Flights was with IndiGo from HK$1,264. The cheapest one-way flight was with IndiGo from HK$757.
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
- The cheapest IndiGo flight from Colombo to Chennai is HK$1,264, flying from Jan 29 to Feb 2.
- The cheapest SriLankan flight from Colombo to Chennai is HK$1,393, flying from Jan 29 to Feb 1.
- The cheapest Air India flight from Colombo to Chennai is HK$2,690, flying from Jan 29 to Feb 2.
IndiGo and SriLankan fly direct from Colombo to Chennai.
- There are 27 IndiGo direct flights from Colombo to Chennai per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 21 SriLankan direct flights from Colombo to Chennai per week. Flights are available every day.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Colombo and Chennai at price HK$1,343 is offered by IndiGo from Thu, Dec 25 to Mon, Dec 29.
IndiGo and SriLankan fly direct from Colombo to Chennai.
- There are 27 IndiGo direct flights from Colombo to Chennai per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 21 SriLankan direct flights from Colombo to Chennai per week. Flights are available every day.
There are direct flights from Colombo to Chennai on a daily basis.
The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Colombo and Chennai start at HK$1,264 from Thu, Jan 29 to Mon, Feb 2 with IndiGo.
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Colombo to Chennai, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Colombo and Chennai start at HK$4,034 from Thu, Jan 15 to Sun, Jan 18 with SriLankan.
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Colombo and Chennai start at HK$1,264 from Thu, Jan 29 to Mon, Feb 2.
To book business class trips from Colombo to Chennai, look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.
You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Colombo and Chennai starts at HK$1,343 from Thu, Dec 25 to Mon, Dec 29 with IndiGo.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Colombo and Chennai at price HK$1,343 is offered by IndiGo from Thu, Dec 25 to Mon, Dec 29.
To find last-minute flight deals from Colombo to Chennai, start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.
You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.
You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.
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Popular trips from Colombo
These suggestions are based on the cheapest fares to popular destinations in the next six months.
Prices include required taxes + fees for 1 adult. Optional charges and bag fees may apply.
- SydneyHK$4,577Mar 7 — Mar 91 stop16 hr 15 minAirAsia, AirAsia X
- SingaporeHK$2,258Jan 29 — Feb 21 stop7 hr 50 minIndiGo
- DubaiHK$2,642May 14 — May 17Nonstop4 hr 25 minAir Arabia
- LondonHK$5,263May 7 — May 111 stop17 hr 50 minAir Arabia
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