Can I find cheaper flights to Colombo if I am willing to have stopovers?

Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Colombo on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

What is the best airline to fly to Colombo?

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Air India is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Colombo.

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Colombo?

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Colombo. One-way flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl typically cost ₹ 9,016, while return flights cost around ₹ 16,808.

How much is a return flight to Colombo?

A return flight to Colombo will typically cost around ₹ 33,615, however they can be found for as little as ₹ 16,808.

Where does the fastest flight to Colombo depart from?

For those looking to save time traveling to Colombo, Madurai offers the quickest one-way flight (0 hours 55 minutes).

Does Colombo Bandaranaike Intl have rental cars?

Yes. Those touching down at Colombo Bandaranaike Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Are there hotels close to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl?

Yes. Colombo Bandaranaike Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Bleu Pearl in Katunayake Srilanka is the closest property to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (0.0 km away from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl).

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Colombo?

The most popular airlines flying from New Delhi to Colombo are SriLankan Airlines, Air India and IndiGo.

How long is the flight to Colombo?

On average, a flight from New Delhi to Colombo takes 3 hours 25 minutes. Flights to Colombo from other popular cities in India will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

Weekly flight availability to Colombo

The most flights from New Delhi to Colombo are scheduled on a Wednesday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Colombo?

The cheapest airlines flying from New Delhi to Colombo are IndiGo, Air India and SriLankan Airlines.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Colombo ranges from 60.0 - 350.0 mm per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 350.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Colombo when rainfall is around 60.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Colombo, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, March is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 27.0 C).

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Cheapest flights to Bandaranaike Intl Airport
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Bandaranaike Intl Airport. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 26 September 2026.

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Deal found 25/9₹ 30,288

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Deal found 25/9₹ 30,480

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Deal found 21/9₹ 30,863

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Popular in	December
Cheapest in	April
Average price	₹ 34,601
Good round-trip deal	₹ 32,283 or less
Good one-way deal	₹ 18,600 or less

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1/11-31/12
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3h 35m total
New Delhi to Colombo

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DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

DELCMB

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Sat 10/10

20:00-08:45

1 stop12h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

₹ 16,678

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DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

DELCMB

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Tue 27/10

21:00-08:10

1 stop11h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

₹ 16,773

New DelhiColombo

DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

DELCMB

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Tue 6/10

20:45-08:45

1 stop12h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

₹ 16,773

New DelhiColombo

DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

DELCMB

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Thu 15/10

02:55-16:15

1 stop13h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

₹ 18,786

New DelhiColombo

DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

DELCMB

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Wed 25/11

13:00-02:00

1 stop13h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

₹ 19,553

New DelhiColombo

DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

DELCMB

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Sun 15/11

09:00-02:00

1 stop17h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

₹ 21,182

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New DelhiColombo

DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

DELCMB

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Sat 12/12

14:50-18:30

Nonstop3h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

₹ 21,278

New DelhiColombo

DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

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New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Mon 11/1

16:15-02:00

1 stop9h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

₹ 21,470

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DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

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New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Sun 14/2

10:40-22:15

1 stop11h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

₹ 21,470

New DelhiColombo

DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

DELCMB

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Fri 12/2

16:15-22:15

1 stop6h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

₹ 21,566

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Booking 89 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to Colombo. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Reviews of airlines servicing Colombo

See what other customers who have flown with SriLankan Airlines,IndiGo, andAir India to Sri Lanka have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

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CMB - SYD

It was ok. Not an excellent service for the cost paid

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6.8

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6.8

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87 reviews

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1 / 1

8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2024

CMB - SYD

It was ok. Not an excellent service for the cost paid

IndiGo

6.8

Okay

582 reviews

SriLankan Airlines

6.8

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87 reviews

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1 / 1

8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2024

CMB - SYD

It was ok. Not an excellent service for the cost paid

Air India

5.5

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SriLankan Airlines

6.8

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87 reviews

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1 / 1

8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2024

CMB - SYD

It was ok. Not an excellent service for the cost paid

FAQs about flying to Colombo

Can I find cheaper flights to Colombo if I am willing to have stopovers?
Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Colombo on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.
What is the best airline to fly to Colombo?
Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Air India is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Colombo.
What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Colombo?
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Colombo. One-way flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl typically cost ₹ 9,016, while return flights cost around ₹ 16,808.
How much is a return flight to Colombo?
A return flight to Colombo will typically cost around ₹ 33,615, however they can be found for as little as ₹ 16,808.
Where does the fastest flight to Colombo depart from?
For those looking to save time traveling to Colombo, Madurai offers the quickest one-way flight (0 hours 55 minutes).
Does Colombo Bandaranaike Intl have rental cars?
Yes. Those touching down at Colombo Bandaranaike Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.
Are there hotels close to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl?
Yes. Colombo Bandaranaike Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Bleu Pearl in Katunayake Srilanka is the closest property to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (0.0 km away from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl).

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What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Colombo?

The cheapest airlines flying from New Delhi to Colombo are IndiGo, Air India and SriLankan Airlines.

Weekly flight availability to Colombo

The most flights from New Delhi to Colombo are scheduled on a Wednesday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

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In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Colombo ranges from 60.0 - 350.0 mm per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 350.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Colombo when rainfall is around 60.0 mm.

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