Cheap flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai from ₹ 7,729

This is the cheapest one-way flight price, found on 20/9. Prices may vary by date and flight preferences.
CMB — MAA
26 Sep — 3 Oct1
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How to find the cheapest flight from Colombo (CMB) to Chennai (MAA)

All the information you need to plan the best CMB to MAA flight in 2023: compare Colombo to Chennai flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in Chennai.

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Round-trip from

₹ 564,090

One-way from

₹ 10,055
High demand for flights, 3% potential price rise
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From Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Chennai
One-way flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Chennai

CMB - MAA

Price

₹ 6,788 - ₹ 11,518

MAA

Temperature

25 - 33 °C

MAA

Rainfall

10 - 330 mm

How far in advance should I book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai?

When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 15 days in advance, which can save you up to 2% on flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 15 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at ₹ 14,959. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from ₹ 15,457.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai?

November is one of the best times of the year to fly to Chennai from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. Prices for November average ₹ 15,180 per person but you can even find prices for as low as ₹ 13,961. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of July. Opting for a November flight can save you 3% on your journey compared to booking in July

When is the cheapest time to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai (CMB - MAA)?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai as you normally would.

Cheap SriLankan Airlines flights from Colombo to Chennai

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Cheap SpiceJet flights from Colombo to Chennai

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Cheap Colombo to Chennai flights in September & October 2023

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Direct flights to Chennai from Colombo

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One-way flights to Chennai from Colombo

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Colombo Bandaranaike IntlChennai

CMB - MAA

CMBMAA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 12/10

1 stop19h 45m

Chennai

Thu 19/10

1 stop15h 45m

₹ 7,729

Colombo Bandaranaike IntlChennai

CMB - MAA

CMBMAA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 12/10

1 stop19h 45m

Chennai

Thu 19/10

1 stop19h 55m

₹ 7,812

Colombo Bandaranaike IntlChennai

CMB - MAA

CMBMAA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 12/10

1 stop19h 45m

Chennai

Wed 18/10

Nonstop1h 30m

₹ 8,892

Colombo Bandaranaike IntlChennai

CMB - MAA

CMBMAA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 12/10

1 stop19h 45m

Chennai

Thu 19/10

Nonstop1h 25m

₹ 8,975

Colombo Bandaranaike IntlChennai

CMB - MAA

CMBMAA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 2/10

Nonstop1h 20m

Chennai

Thu 5/10

Nonstop1h 20m

₹ 14,211

Colombo Bandaranaike IntlChennai

CMB - MAA

CMBMAA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 5/11

Nonstop1h 20m

Chennai

Tue 7/11

Nonstop1h 10m

₹ 14,294

Colombo Bandaranaike IntlChennai

CMB - MAA

CMBMAA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 5/10

Nonstop1h 25m

Chennai

Sun 8/10

Nonstop1h 25m

₹ 15,540

Colombo Bandaranaike IntlChennai

CMB - MAA

CMBMAA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 2/10

Nonstop1h 20m

Chennai

Wed 4/10

Nonstop1h 25m

₹ 17,036

Colombo Bandaranaike IntlChennai

CMB - MAA

CMBMAA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 5/10

1 stop7h 00m

Chennai

Mon 9/10

1 stop4h 05m

₹ 23,269

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Deals found on 20/9

Reviews of airlines servicing Chennai

To help decide which airline to fly from Colombo to Chennai, see what other customers have to say about SriLankan Airlines, SpiceJet and Air India. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Vistara
8.1
Very Good
47 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Vistara is one of the best domestic flights. Got a window seat without any extra charge. Comfortable seats, decent leg space, timely landing and good food for free. Only if I could get a free upgrade to premium economy is my wish that vistara can fulfill.

Vistara
8.1
Very Good
47 reviews
Vistara
8.1
Very Good
47 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Vistara is one of the best domestic flights. Got a window seat without any extra charge. Comfortable seats, decent leg space, timely landing and good food for free. Only if I could get a free upgrade to premium economy is my wish that vistara can fulfill.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
337 reviews
Vistara
8.1
Very Good
47 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Vistara is one of the best domestic flights. Got a window seat without any extra charge. Comfortable seats, decent leg space, timely landing and good food for free. Only if I could get a free upgrade to premium economy is my wish that vistara can fulfill.

Emirates
7.9
Good
1,315 reviews
Vistara
8.1
Very Good
47 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Vistara is one of the best domestic flights. Got a window seat without any extra charge. Comfortable seats, decent leg space, timely landing and good food for free. Only if I could get a free upgrade to premium economy is my wish that vistara can fulfill.

IndiGo
7.3
Good
171 reviews
Vistara
8.1
Very Good
47 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Vistara is one of the best domestic flights. Got a window seat without any extra charge. Comfortable seats, decent leg space, timely landing and good food for free. Only if I could get a free upgrade to premium economy is my wish that vistara can fulfill.

Related info for your journey

Useful info, stats and facts about Colombo to Chennai flights.

What airport do you fly into for flights to Chennai from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl?

If you book a flight to Chennai from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl, you will be flying to Chennai, which is the city’s only airport. Chennai (MAA) is located 16.5 km from the centre of Chennai. There are 6 flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Chennai per day from 5 different airlines.

Can I find flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai for under ₹ 7,800 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai for under ₹ 7,800. The cheapest flight booked recently is on IndiGo for just ₹ 7,729, but on average you can expect to pay ₹ 12,715.

Are there direct flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai for under ₹ 13,400 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has 20 direct flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai under ₹ 13,400. A good price for a direct flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai is less than ₹ 14,543.

Are there last-minute flights available from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai for under ₹ 12,300?

There are currently 20+ open flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai within the next 7 days for less than ₹ 12,300.

What days are direct flights available from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai?

You can find direct flights on the following days: Sunday, Monday, Thursday.

How many flights depart from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai on average per day?

On average, you can expect to see 4 flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai a day.
Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 50% of flight departures
Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 50% of flight departures

How long is the flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai?

There are many flights that can get you from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai in 1h 20m. Fly via IndiGo, FitsAir, or Air India to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 650 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai round-trip?

Our cheapest airline available from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai is IndiGo. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as ₹ 7,729 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are FitsAir and Air India, starting at ₹ 14,211 and ₹ 14,294 round-trip. IndiGo is 49% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai one-way?

₹ 9,058 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from IndiGo. You may also be able to find cheap deals on FitsAir and Air India, with prices starting from ₹ 9,723 and ₹ 9,889, respectively.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai?

What are the most reliable airlines from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai?

No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai consider choosing IndiGo(95%), Air India(90%) or Ethiopian Air(85%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

What are the cheapest flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai?

While on average a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai is generally ₹ 13,486, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is ₹ 9,050. When looking at the most popular route, (Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - Chennai), you can expect to pay ₹ 9,308 for that flight.

What does CMB to MAA mean?

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is CMB and Chennai Airport is MAA. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service.

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Top 5 airlines flying from Colombo to Chennai

The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users travelling from Colombo to Chennai choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SpiceJetCheapest₹ 12,706Average₹ 13,257FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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Air IndiaCheapest₹ 13,482Average₹ 15,075FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest₹ 13,504Average₹ 16,528FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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IndiGoCheapest₹ 13,530Average₹ 14,997FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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FitsAirCheapest₹ 14,560Average₹ 16,306FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Hourly flight availability from Colombo to Chennai

See what time of day planes typically take off from Colombo to Chennai
45%of flight departuresEarly morningMidnight to 6 am
13%of flight departuresMorning6 am to noon
33%of flight departuresAfternoonNoon to 6 pm
9%of flight departuresEvening6 pm to midnight
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Noon
6 PM

Weekly flight availability from Colombo to Chennai

See how many times per day planes take to the skies headed from Colombo to Chennai
Monday10daily flights
Tuesday5daily flights
Wednesday5daily flights
Thursday9daily flights
Friday7daily flights
Saturday7daily flights
Sunday5daily flights
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