Cheap flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai from ₹ 8,642
This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 25/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMB — MAA
11 Feb — 18 Feb1
Return
1 adult
Economy
The best prices from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Chennai are usually found in October or November, booked 76 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Saturday
Cheap flight deals from Colombo to Chennai
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Colombo to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 6 February 2025.
Fri 28/217:05CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 20mAir India
Mon 31/308:00MAA - CMB
1 stop7h 00mAir India
Deal found 6/2₹ 12,744
Fri 21/203:00CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 20mIndiGo
Thu 27/200:35MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 25mIndiGo
Deal found 4/2₹ 12,832
Mon 10/211:40CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 20mFitsAir
Mon 17/214:30MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 20mFitsAir
Deal found 5/2₹ 13,094
Thu 13/209:00CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 21/208:00MAA - CMB
1 stop7h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2₹ 14,054
Mon 17/307:20CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 20mSriLankan Airlines
Sun 23/320:55MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 20mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 5/2₹ 15,887
Best flights from Colombo to Chennai
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Colombo to Chennai that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 6 February 2025.
Fri 14/316:00CMB - MAA
1 stop8h 40mAir India
Thu 20/305:55MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 15mAir India
Deal found 5/2₹ 12,744
Fri 21/203:00CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 20mIndiGo
Thu 27/200:35MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 25mIndiGo
Deal found 4/2₹ 12,832
Wed 19/209:40CMB - MAA
1 stop9h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 20/213:45MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2₹ 15,014
Sun 16/313:35CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 20mSriLankan Airlines
Thu 20/320:55MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 20mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 4/2₹ 15,625
Thu 24/700:50CMB - MAA
1 stop21h 10mSingapore Airlines
Sat 9/823:15MAA - CMB
1 stop24h 20mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 5/2₹ 54,295
Direct flights from Colombo to Chennai
Explore direct flight options from Colombo to Chennai based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 6 February 2025.
Fri 21/203:00CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 20mIndiGo
Thu 27/200:35MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 25mIndiGo
Deal found 4/2₹ 12,832
Fri 14/317:05CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 20mAir India
Tue 18/305:55MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 15mAir India
Deal found 5/2₹ 12,919
Sun 16/313:35CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 20mSriLankan Airlines
Thu 20/320:55MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 20mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 4/2₹ 15,625
Sat 15/317:05CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 23/318:35MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2₹ 17,109
Last-minute flights from Colombo to Chennai
Discover last-minute flight deals from Colombo to Chennai. Data last updated 6 February 2025 and is based on user searches.
Mon 10/211:40CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 20mFitsAir
Mon 17/214:30MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 20mFitsAir
Deal found 5/2₹ 13,094
Wed 12/220:55CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 20mIndiGo
Wed 19/200:35MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 25mIndiGo
Deal found 5/2₹ 13,530
Wed 12/200:40CMB - MAA
1 stop22h 25mMalaysia Airlines
Sat 15/200:20MAA - CMB
1 stop23h 15mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 5/2₹ 164,107
Thu 13/209:00CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 20mFitsAir
Sat 15/211:10MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 20mFitsAir
Deal found 5/2₹ 13,617
Thu 13/209:00CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 21/208:00MAA - CMB
1 stop7h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2₹ 14,054
Thu 13/220:15CMB - MAA
2 stops23h 55mEmirates
Wed 19/203:45MAA - CMB
2 stops14h 40mEmirates
Deal found 5/2₹ 74,372
Fri 14/216:00CMB - MAA
1 stop27h 05mAir India
Fri 21/208:00MAA - CMB
1 stop7h 00mAir India
Deal found 5/2₹ 12,919
Fri 21/203:00CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 20mIndiGo
Thu 27/200:35MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 25mIndiGo
Deal found 4/2₹ 12,832
Fri 28/217:05CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 20mAir India
Mon 31/308:00MAA - CMB
1 stop7h 00mAir India
Deal found 6/2₹ 12,744
Mon 17/307:20CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 20mSriLankan Airlines
Sun 23/320:55MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 20mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 5/2₹ 15,887
One-way flights from Colombo to Chennai
Search for one-way flight options from Colombo to Chennai. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 6 February 2025.
Tue 25/216:00CMB - MAA
1 stop7h 10mAir India
Deal found 5/2₹ 8,642
Tue 11/215:00CMB - MAA
1 stop15h 45mIndiGo
Deal found 5/2₹ 8,729
Sun 9/322:45CMB - MAA
2 stops10h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2₹ 11,261
Sat 29/300:45CMB - MAA
1 stop21h 15mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 5/2₹ 35,877
Fri 7/320:15CMB - MAA
2 stops23h 55mEmirates
Deal found 5/2₹ 48,010
Find flights from Colombo to Chennai within your budget
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ColomboChennai
CMB - MAA
CMBMAA
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Fri 14/3
16:00-00:40
1 stop8h 40m
Chennai
Thu 20/3
05:55-07:10
Nonstop1h 15m
₹ 12,744
ColomboChennai
CMB - MAA
CMBMAA
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Fri 21/2
03:00-04:20
Nonstop1h 20m
Chennai
Thu 27/2
00:35-02:00
Nonstop1h 25m
₹ 12,832
ColomboChennai
CMB - MAA
CMBMAA
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Wed 19/2
09:40-19:00
1 stop9h 20m
Chennai
Thu 20/2
13:45-15:00
Nonstop1h 15m
₹ 15,014
ColomboChennai
CMB - MAA
CMBMAA
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Sun 16/3
13:35-14:55
Nonstop1h 20m
Chennai
Thu 20/3
20:55-22:15
Nonstop1h 20m
₹ 15,625
ColomboChennai
CMB - MAA
CMBMAA
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Thu 24/7
00:50-22:00
1 stop21h 10m
Chennai
Sat 9/8
23:15-23:35
1 stop24h 20m
₹ 54,295
ColomboChennai
CMB - MAA
CMBMAA
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Tue 25/2
16:00-23:10
1 stop7h 10m
₹ 8,642
ColomboChennai
CMB - MAA
CMBMAA
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Tue 11/2
15:00-06:45
1 stop15h 45m
₹ 8,729
ColomboChennai
CMB - MAA
CMBMAA
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Sun 9/3
22:45-08:45
2 stops10h 00m
₹ 11,261
ColomboChennai
CMB - MAA
CMBMAA
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Sat 29/3
00:45-22:00
1 stop21h 15m
₹ 35,877
ColomboChennai
CMB - MAA
CMBMAA
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Fri 7/3
20:15-20:10
2 stops23h 55m
₹ 48,010
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Travel insights for flights from Colombo to Chennai
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Colombo to Chennai. Price data was last updated on 31 January 2025.
The best time to book flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai is 76 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai (average of ₹ 101). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai in May is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 120). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CMB to MAA?
Find hourly flight availability from Colombo to Chennai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 6 February 2025.
A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 18% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Colombo to Chennai. Price data was last updated on 2 February 2025.
Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
Weekly flight availability from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai
Explore weekly flight availability from Colombo to Chennai. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 6 February 2025.
The most flights from CMB to MAA are scheduled on a Wednesday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).
Rainfall in Chennai by month
Plan your trip to Chennai by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.
In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chennai ranges from 10.0 - 330.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 330.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Chennai when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.
Temperature in Chennai by month
Plan your trip to Chennai by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.
If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chennai, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, May is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 33.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 25.0 C).
Reviews of airlines servicing Chennai
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chennai. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Chennai. Reviews last updated 6 February 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Colombo to Chennai, see what other customers have to say about Emirates, Singapore Airlines and SriLankan Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal
Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal
Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal
Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal
Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal
Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal
Related info for your journey
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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 5 flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Chennai per day from 4 different airlines.
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 Air India. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as ₹ 12,744 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are IndiGo and SriLankan Airlines, starting at ₹ 12,832 and ₹ 15,625 round-trip. Air India is 12% 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?
₹ 8,642 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Air India. You may also be able to find cheap deals on IndiGo and Singapore Airlines, with prices starting from ₹ 8,729 and ₹ 35,877, respectively.
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 FitsAir(100%), IndiGo(91%) or Korean Air(91%), 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 ₹ 12,936, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is ₹ 8,234. When looking at the most popular route, (Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - Chennai), you can expect to pay ₹ 11,959 for that flight.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Colombo to Chennai?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Colombo to Chennai by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai (average of ₹ 101). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai in May is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 120). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
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