Cheap flights from New Delhi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from ₹ 11,976

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 10/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DEL — CMB
14 Dec — 21 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl are usually found in May or June, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

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Mon 15/1221:50DEL - CMB
1 stop7h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 17/1219:15CMB - DEL
Nonstop3h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11₹ 22,977
Wed 10/1215:40DEL - CMB
1 stop7h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 17/1208:20CMB - DEL
Nonstop3h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11₹ 23,065
Tue 25/1119:30DEL - CMB
1 stop6h 30mIndiGo
Thu 27/1103:00CMB - DEL
1 stop7h 45mIndiGo
Deal found 11/11₹ 23,420
Wed 26/1117:30DEL - CMB
1 stop8h 30mIndiGo
Thu 27/1103:00CMB - DEL
1 stop7h 45mIndiGo
Deal found 11/11₹ 23,598
Tue 18/1101:00DEL - CMB
1 stop7h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/1203:00CMB - DEL
1 stop10h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11₹ 23,686
Thu 27/1109:30DEL - CMB
1 stop6h 45mIndiGo
Mon 1/1203:00CMB - DEL
1 stop7h 45mIndiGo
Deal found 14/11₹ 23,775
Wed 10/1217:30DEL - CMB
1 stop8h 30mIndiGo
Sat 13/1209:10CMB - DEL
1 stop6h 40mIndiGo
Deal found 13/11₹ 23,864
Tue 25/1123:00DEL - CMB
1 stop6h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/1208:20CMB - DEL
Nonstop3h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/11₹ 23,953
Tue 18/1114:30DEL - CMB
1 stop6h 35mIndiGo
Mon 24/1103:00CMB - DEL
1 stop10h 35mIndiGo
Deal found 12/11₹ 24,041
Thu 27/1102:00DEL - CMB
1 stop13h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/1208:20CMB - DEL
Nonstop3h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/11₹ 24,130
Fri 14/1102:30DEL - CMB
1 stop8h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 22/1117:05CMB - DEL
Nonstop3h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11₹ 24,219
Sun 16/1121:00DEL - CMB
1 stop8h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 18/1117:05CMB - DEL
Nonstop3h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/11₹ 24,307

Cheap flight deals from New Delhi to Colombo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New Delhi (DEL) to Colombo (CMB). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 14 November 2025.

Round-trip from

₹ 22,977

One-way from

₹ 11,976

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

₹ 25,993

Good round-trip deal

₹ 25,913 or less

Good one-way deal

₹ 14,646 or less
Air India
  • Air India
  • 15/12-17/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 11h 25m total
  • New Delhi to Colombo
IndiGo
  • IndiGo
  • 10/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 8h 30m total
  • New Delhi to Colombo
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (₹ 233,391 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (₹ 46,589 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl.

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Delhi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport that are best for you.

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New Delhi

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Colombo

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Return

Price

New DelhiColombo

DEL - CMB

DELCMB

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Fri 28/11

12:20-21:05

1 stop8h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 4/12

09:10-15:50

1 stop6h 40m

₹ 25,195

New DelhiColombo

DEL - CMB

DELCMB

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Wed 26/11

02:30-12:45

1 stop10h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 1/12

03:00-10:45

1 stop7h 45m

₹ 25,727

New DelhiColombo

DEL - CMB

DELCMB

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Tue 17/2

16:00-23:15

1 stop7h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 21/2

08:20-12:00

Nonstop3h 40m

₹ 26,525

New DelhiColombo

DEL - CMB

DELCMB

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Thu 15/1

09:15-19:55

1 stop10h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 22/1

03:00-13:35

1 stop10h 35m

₹ 26,791

New DelhiColombo

DEL - CMB

DELCMB

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Wed 18/2

03:25-07:20

Nonstop3h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 23/2

17:05-20:50

Nonstop3h 45m

₹ 28,033

New DelhiColombo

DEL - CMB

DELCMB

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Wed 14/1

03:25-07:20

Nonstop3h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 23/1

08:20-12:00

Nonstop3h 40m

₹ 28,300

New DelhiColombo

DEL - CMB

DELCMB

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Tue 25/11

05:10-08:45

Nonstop3h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 1/12

00:35-04:10

Nonstop3h 35m

₹ 28,388

New DelhiColombo

DEL - CMB

DELCMB

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Thu 19/2

05:10-08:45

Nonstop3h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 22/2

00:35-04:10

Nonstop3h 35m

₹ 28,477

New DelhiColombo

DEL - CMB

DELCMB

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Fri 28/11

05:15-15:25

2 stops10h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 1/12

09:10-18:50

1 stop9h 40m

₹ 29,009

New DelhiColombo

DEL - CMB

DELCMB

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Wed 26/11

11:00-02:00

1 stop15h 00m

₹ 12,242

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Delhi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from New Delhi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from New Delhi to Colombo. Price data was last updated on 7 November 2025.

Booking 90 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from New Delhi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Delhi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Delhi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of ₹ 19,162). Flying from New Delhi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 22,356). 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 DEL to CMB?

Find hourly flight availability from New Delhi to Colombo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 14 November 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 22% on flights from New Delhi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New Delhi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from New Delhi to Colombo. Price data was last updated on 2 November 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their New Delhi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Friday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost for a return flight from New Delhi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Reviews of airlines servicing Colombo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Colombo. 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 Colombo. Reviews last updated 14 November 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with SriLankan Airlines, IndiGo, andAir India from New Delhi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

6.7

Food

7.0

Crew

7.5

Overall

6.9

Comfort

6.8

Entertainment

6.3

Reviews

1 / 1
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2024

CMB - SYD

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

Boarding

6.7

Food

7.0

Crew

7.5

Overall

6.9

Comfort

6.8

Entertainment

6.3

Reviews

1 / 1
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2024

CMB - SYD

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

Boarding

6.7

Food

7.0

Crew

7.5

Overall

6.9

Comfort

6.8

Entertainment

6.3

Reviews

1 / 1
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2024

CMB - SYD

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

Boarding

6.7

Food

7.0

Crew

7.5

Overall

6.9

Comfort

6.8

Entertainment

6.3

Reviews

1 / 1
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2024

CMB - SYD

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

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from New Delhi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl?

    For a flight from New Delhi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl, you will be flying from Indira Gandhi Intl. New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL) is just 12.5 km from the centre of the city. Indira Gandhi Intl is the only New Delhi airport and it handles 5 outbound flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl per day. 3 airlines have flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl from New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from New Delhi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Departing from New Delhi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport will take you 8h 45m. The distance between New Delhi and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is about 2393 km.

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

    Currently priced at ₹ 19,228, Air India will fly you from New Delhi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport and back. In addition to Air India, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from IndiGo and SriLankan Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from ₹ 19,497 and ₹ 23,031, respectively. Air India is priced at 26% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is IndiGo, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as ₹ 12,242. However, be on the lookout for offers from SriLankan Airlines and Air India, as they are both options that can get you from New Delhi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from New Delhi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Before booking your flight to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from New Delhi, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Air India (93%), Singapore Airlines (90%), Japan Airlines( 87%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from New Delhi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for ₹ 12,406. While the most popular route (New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl) can be booked for ₹ 22,090 on average, our data indicates ₹ 33,503 when flying from New Delhi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New Delhi to Colombo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on New Delhi to Colombo flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from New Delhi to Colombo?

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New Delhi to Colombo?

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Delhi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Delhi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of ₹ 19,162). Flying from New Delhi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 22,356). 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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Air IndiaCheapest₹ 19,228Average₹ 23,949FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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IndiGoCheapest₹ 19,497Average₹ 24,519FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest₹ 23,031Average₹ 29,887FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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