Cheap Flights from Colombo to Chennai from S$ 159

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$ 159 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. CMB to MAA on Sat, Sep 26), while Srilankan Airlines offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from S$ 257 departing on Sat, Sep 12 and returning on Sat, Sep 19.

• 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 23 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 62 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 -- 6E1180 (12:55) Srilankan Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- UL121 (07:51) Srilankan Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- UL123 (19:01)

• 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 Sat, Sep 26, with one-way flights priced at just S$ 159.
  · 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 August flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Colombo to Chennai on August 20, 2026 with IndiGo, with prices starting at S$ 155.

• 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 0m.

• 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.

• What is the average cost of a one-way flight from Colombo to Chennai?

  Based on Trip.com data for flights departing in the next 30 days, the average one-way fare from Colombo to Chennai is S$ 346. Fares vary by travel date, airline and availability.

• What is the average cost of a round-trip flight from Colombo to Chennai?

  Based on Trip.com data for travel in the next 30 days, the average round-trip fare from Colombo to Chennai is S$ 652. The final price depends on the outbound and return dates, airline and fare conditions.

• How do I book flights from Colombo to Chennai on Trip.com?

  Enter Colombo and Chennai, choose your travel dates and passengers, then compare flights by price, duration and baggage. Select a fare, review the change and cancellation rules, enter traveller details and complete payment to receive your confirmation.

• Are there budget airlines on the Colombo to Chennai route?

  IndiGoare the most popular budget airlines flying from Colombo to Chennai. Check baggage, seat and payment fees before comparing the final price.