Popular airlines from Colombo to Chennai
IndiGo
Srilankan Airlines Cheap Flights from Colombo to Chennai starting at S$ 132
Explore the cheapest flights from Colombo to Chennai in the next three months. Based on Trip.com's data from the latest 7 days, one-way direct flights start at S$ 132, and round-trip direct tickets start at S$ 203.
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CMB 13:351h 20mDirectMAA 14:55Colombo - Chennai | Mon, Mar 2 | Srilankan Airlines
MAA 09:451h 20mDirectCMB 11:05Chennai - Colombo | Sat, Mar 7 | Srilankan AirlinesS$ 203 S$ 31636% off36% offS$ 316 S$ 203 -
CMB 07:201h 20mDirectMAA 08:40Colombo - Chennai | Sun, Mar 15 | Srilankan Airlines
MAA 09:451h 20mDirectCMB 11:05Chennai - Colombo | Fri, Mar 20 | Srilankan AirlinesS$ 203 S$ 31636% off36% offS$ 316 S$ 203 -
CMB 07:201h 20mDirectMAA 08:40Colombo - Chennai | Sun, Mar 22 | Srilankan Airlines
MAA 20:551h 20mDirectCMB 22:15Chennai - Colombo | Fri, Mar 27 | Srilankan AirlinesS$ 203 S$ 31636% off36% offS$ 316 S$ 203 -
CMB 13:351h 20mDirectMAA 14:55Colombo - Chennai | Mon, Feb 16 | Srilankan Airlines
MAA 20:551h 20mDirectCMB 22:15Chennai - Colombo | Mon, Feb 23 | Srilankan AirlinesS$ 20635% offS$ 316 S$ 206 -
CMB 07:251h 25mDirectMAA 08:50Colombo - Chennai | Wed, Apr 8 | Srilankan Airlines
MAA 09:551h 25mDirectCMB 11:20Chennai - Colombo | Mon, Apr 13 | Srilankan AirlinesS$ 20635% offS$ 316 S$ 206 -
CMB 07:201h 20mDirectMAA 08:40Colombo - Chennai | Wed, Mar 18 | Srilankan Airlines
MAA 20:551h 20mDirectCMB 22:15Chennai - Colombo | Fri, Mar 20 | Srilankan AirlinesS$ 22030% offS$ 316 S$ 220 -
CMB 07:201h 20mDirectMAA 08:40Colombo - Chennai | Mon, Feb 23 | Srilankan Airlines
MAA 09:451h 20mDirectCMB 11:05Chennai - Colombo | Mon, Mar 2 | Srilankan AirlinesS$ 24024% offS$ 316 S$ 240 -
CMB 09:4015h 20m1 stopMAA 01:00Colombo - Chennai | Sat, Feb 14 | Air India
MAA 18:0014h 40m1 stopCMB 08:40Chennai - Colombo | Fri, Feb 20 | Air IndiaS$ 19738% offS$ 316 S$ 197 -
CMB 16:0016h 45m1 stopMAA 08:45Colombo - Chennai | Thu, Feb 12 | Air India
MAA 15:4523h 15m1 stopCMB 15:00Chennai - Colombo | Wed, Feb 18 | Air IndiaS$ 19937% offS$ 316 S$ 199 -
CMB 16:006h 50m1 stopMAA 22:50Colombo - Chennai | Sun, Feb 22 | Air India
MAA 07:157h 45m1 stopCMB 15:00Chennai - Colombo | Thu, Feb 26 | Air IndiaS$ 20934% offS$ 316 S$ 209 -
CMB 13:0017h 25m1 stopMAA Invalid DateColombo - Chennai | Sat, Feb 14 | Normal Airline
MAA 15:006hDirectCMB 16:00Chennai - Colombo | Mon, Feb 16 | Normal AirlineFind more flightsFind more flights
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CMB 03:001h 30mDirectMAA 04:30Colombo - Chennai | Tue, Mar 17 | IndiGoS$ 132 S$ 18127% off27% offS$ 181 S$ 132 -
CMB 12:301h 25mDirectMAA 13:55Colombo - Chennai | Wed, Mar 18 | IndiGoS$ 134 S$ 18126% off26% offS$ 181 S$ 134 -
CMB 09:101h 30mDirectMAA 10:40Colombo - Chennai | Wed, Mar 25 | IndiGoS$ 134 S$ 18126% off26% offS$ 181 S$ 134 -
CMB 17:151h 25mDirectMAA 18:40Colombo - Chennai | Mon, Mar 16 | IndiGoS$ 13426% offS$ 181 S$ 134 -
CMB 12:301h 25mDirectMAA 13:55Colombo - Chennai | Sun, Mar 22 | IndiGoS$ 13426% offS$ 181 S$ 134 -
CMB 17:151h 25mDirectMAA 18:40Colombo - Chennai | Sat, Mar 28 | IndiGoS$ 13426% offS$ 181 S$ 134 -
CMB 09:101h 30mDirectMAA 10:40Colombo - Chennai | Sun, Mar 29 | IndiGoS$ 13426% offS$ 181 S$ 134 -
CMB 12:301h 20mDirectMAA 13:50Colombo - Chennai | Fri, Apr 3 | IndiGoS$ 13426% offS$ 181 S$ 134 -
CMB 17:151h 20mDirectMAA 18:35Colombo - Chennai | Mon, Apr 13 | IndiGoS$ 13625% offS$ 181 S$ 136 -
CMB 17:151h 25mDirectMAA 18:40Colombo - Chennai | Sat, Mar 21 | IndiGoS$ 13724% offS$ 181 S$ 137 -
CMB 13:0017h 25m1 stopMAA Invalid DateColombo - Chennai | Sat, Feb 14 | Normal AirlineFind more flightsFind more flights
Crossed out prices are calculated based on the average price of the corresponding route on Trip.com.
Flying from Colombo to Chennai
The distance between Colombo and Chennai is approximately 674.94km. It takes around 1 hour 22 minutes on average to fly from Colombo to Chennai. Based on Trip.com's data, travel demand peaks in January. The off-season for travel is August.
| Cheapest one-way flight price | S$ 132 |
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| Cheapest return ticket price | S$ 197 |
| Off-season for travel | August |
| Peak season for travel | January |
| Flight distance | 674.94km |
| Average flight time | 1 hour 22 minutes |
| Popular airline | IndiGo |
Trip.com Price Insights on Flights from Colombo to Chennai.
What is the cheapest month for one-way flights from Colombo to Chennai?
Based on Trip.com’s data, the cheapest month for flights from Colombo to Chennai is Jul, with an average price of S$ 134, and the most expensive month is Jan, with an average price of up to S$ 173.
What is the cheapest month for round-trip flights from Colombo to Chennai?
Based on Trip.com’s data, the cheapest month for round-trip flights from Colombo to Chennai is Sep, with an average price of S$ 176, and the most expensive month is Jan, with an average price of up to S$ 298.
Which day of the week has the lowest fares for flights from Colombo to Chennai?
Based on Trip.com’s data from the past 12 months, Sat offers the lowest fares for flights from Colombo to Chennai, while Sun typically has the highest fares.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which airlines offer the cheapest flights from Colombo (CMB) to Chennai (MAA)?
Based on Trip.com data, IndiGo offers one-way fares as low as S$ 132 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. CMB to MAA on Tue, Mar 17), while Air India offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from S$ 197 departing on Sat, Feb 14 and returning on Fri, Feb 20.Which airlines offer direct flights from Colombo to Chennai?
At the moment, you can catch a direct flight from Colombo to Chennai with the following airlines, including: IndiGo Srilankan Airlines Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.How long is a flight from Colombo (CMB) to Chennai (MAA)?
It takes about 1 hour 22 minutes to fly from Colombo (CMB) to Chennai (MAA).When is the best time to book flights from Colombo to Chennai?
By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Colombo to Chennai is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.How many flights are there per week from Colombo to Chennai?
Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 46 flight per week flying from Colombo to Chennai. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: IndiGo: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- 6E1174 (09:30) IndiGo: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- 6E1180 (12:35) Srilankan Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- UL123 (18:49)How can I find the best deals on flights from Colombo to Chennai?
To find best deals on flights from Colombo to Chennai, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
· Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Tue, Mar 17, with one-way flights priced at just S$ 132.
· Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is IndiGo.
· Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
· Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
· Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Chennai travel is around January.
· Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.When is the best time to book a flight from Colombo to Chennai to get the best price?
The cheapest months to fly from Colombo to Chennai is August, when demand for travel is lower.Which upcoming date is the cheapest for flights from Colombo to Chennai?
After crunching the numbers on our February flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Colombo to Chennai on February 26, 2026 with IndiGo, with prices starting at S$ 120.Which airports can I fly through when travelling to Chennai from Colombo?
You can land at any one of the following hubs in Chennai, with Bandaranaike International Airport to Chennai International Airport (CMB-MAA) is by far the most common option on this route: Chennai International Airport (MAA).What is the time difference between Colombo and Chennai?
The time difference between Chennai and Colombo is 0h.How can I change or cancel my flight ticket from Colombo to Chennai?
Tickets can only be changed or cancelled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.
Trip.com Airline Insights on Flights from Colombo to Chennai
Which airline offers the cheapest direct flights from Colombo to Chennai?
Based on Trip.com’s data from the past 12 months, FitsAir offers the cheapest direct flights from Colombo to Chennai, with prices starting from S$ 133.
Which airline operates the most frequent flights from Colombo to Chennai?
Based on Trip.com’s data from the past month, IndiGo operates the most frequent flights from Colombo to Chennai, with 30 flights per week.
How many flights operate daily from Colombo to Chennai?
Based on Trip.com’s data from the past month, Friday is the day with the most flights from Colombo to Chennai, while Tuesday has the fewest.
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