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Cheap flights from New Delhi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from ₹ 11,089

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 7/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DEL — CMB
30 Oct — 6 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

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 Friday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

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 30 September 2025.

Round-trip from

₹ 22,798

One-way from

₹ 11,089

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

₹ 25,104

Good round-trip deal

₹ 25,778 or less

Good one-way deal

₹ 14,073 or less
Air India
  • Air India
  • 11/10-15/10
  • Nonstop
  • 7h 30m total
  • New Delhi to Colombo
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IndiGo
  • IndiGo
  • 7/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 7h 55m total
  • New Delhi to Colombo
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (₹ 212,407 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (₹ 38,993 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
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Cheapest flights from New Delhi to Colombo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Delhi to Colombo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 30 September 2025.

Sat 11/1003:25DEL - CMB
Nonstop3h 55mAir India
Wed 15/1008:20CMB - DEL
Nonstop3h 35mAir India
Deal found 28/9₹ 22,798
Thu 9/1002:15DEL - CMB
1 stop12h 45mAir India
Thu 16/1017:05CMB - DEL
Nonstop3h 40mAir India
Deal found 30/9₹ 22,887
Wed 3/1203:25DEL - CMB
Nonstop3h 55mAir India
Sat 6/1208:20CMB - DEL
Nonstop3h 45mAir India
Deal found 30/9₹ 23,153
Wed 12/1105:10DEL - CMB
Nonstop3h 35mSriLankan Airlines
Wed 19/1114:00CMB - DEL
Nonstop3h 35mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 28/9₹ 23,419
Sun 28/923:00DEL - CMB
1 stop16h 00mAir India
Thu 2/1008:20CMB - DEL
Nonstop3h 35mAir India
Deal found 28/9₹ 23,508
Wed 8/1003:25DEL - CMB
Nonstop3h 55mAir India
Sun 12/1008:20CMB - DEL
Nonstop3h 35mAir India
Deal found 29/9₹ 23,596
Wed 8/1002:30DEL - CMB
1 stop10h 20mIndiGo
Sun 12/1019:30CMB - DEL
1 stop9h 30mIndiGo
Deal found 29/9₹ 23,774
Thu 16/1003:25DEL - CMB
Nonstop3h 55mAir India
Mon 20/1017:05CMB - DEL
Nonstop3h 40mAir India
Deal found 29/9₹ 23,951
Wed 1/1014:30DEL - CMB
Nonstop3h 45mAir India
Wed 8/1008:20CMB - DEL
Nonstop3h 35mAir India
Deal found 30/9₹ 24,040
Wed 1/1002:30DEL - CMB
1 stop23h 50mAir India
Thu 9/1008:20CMB - DEL
Nonstop3h 35mAir India
Deal found 28/9₹ 24,129

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Customise your flight search to find flights from New Delhi to Colombo that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 454,620 searches. Data last updated 30 September 2025.
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 DelhiColombo

DEL - CMB

DELCMB

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Thu 19/2

12:20-16:05

Nonstop3h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 23/2

17:05-20:50

Nonstop3h 45m

₹ 25,814

New DelhiColombo

DEL - CMB

DELCMB

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Wed 12/11

04:45-14:00

1 stop9h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 19/11

00:35-04:10

Nonstop3h 35m

₹ 26,967

New DelhiColombo

DEL - CMB

DELCMB

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Thu 13/11

23:00-15:00

1 stop16h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 20/11

08:20-12:05

Nonstop3h 45m

₹ 27,854

New DelhiColombo

DEL - CMB

DELCMB

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Wed 29/10

23:00-12:50

1 stop13h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 5/11

14:00-17:35

Nonstop3h 35m

₹ 30,072

New DelhiColombo

DEL - CMB

DELCMB

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Thu 22/1

21:00-06:25

1 stop9h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 25/1

03:00-10:50

1 stop7h 50m

₹ 34,508

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

₹ 47,015

New DelhiColombo

DEL - CMB

DELCMB

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Fri 24/10

04:40-04:25

1 stop23h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 27/10

02:50-17:40

1 stop14h 50m

₹ 56,862

New DelhiColombo

DEL - CMB

DELCMB

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Wed 31/12

10:55-00:45

1 stop13h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 4/1

11:15-09:55

2 stops22h 40m

₹ 63,693

New DelhiColombo

DEL - CMB

DELCMB

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Thu 1/1

10:55-00:45

1 stop13h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 31/1

11:15-09:55

2 stops22h 40m

₹ 67,507

New DelhiColombo

DEL - CMB

DELCMB

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Sun 4/1

10:55-00:45

1 stop13h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 30/1

01:45-09:55

1 stop32h 10m

₹ 67,507

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Best time to book a flight from New Delhi to Colombo

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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 26 September 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Delhi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of ₹ 204). Flying from New Delhi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 265). 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 30 September 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 23% 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 28 September 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their New Delhi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday 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 30 September 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with IndiGo, SriLankan Airlines, 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.
IndiGo
6.9
Okay
485 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.3

Overall

6.9

Entertainment

5.7

Comfort

6.8

Crew

7.4

Boarding

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Darnie,Jul 2025

LKO - MAA

Whole concept of low cost in flying does not make sense. There are so many paid add ons that eventually the cost is the same as the full fare airline
IndiGo
6.9
Okay
485 reviews
IndiGo
6.9
Okay
485 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.3

Overall

6.9

Entertainment

5.7

Comfort

6.8

Crew

7.4

Boarding

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Darnie,Jul 2025

LKO - MAA

Whole concept of low cost in flying does not make sense. There are so many paid add ons that eventually the cost is the same as the full fare airline
SriLankan Airlines
6.8
Okay
75 reviews
IndiGo
6.9
Okay
485 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.3

Overall

6.9

Entertainment

5.7

Comfort

6.8

Crew

7.4

Boarding

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Darnie,Jul 2025

LKO - MAA

Whole concept of low cost in flying does not make sense. There are so many paid add ons that eventually the cost is the same as the full fare airline
Air India
5.5
Fair
2,935 reviews
IndiGo
6.9
Okay
485 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.3

Overall

6.9

Entertainment

5.7

Comfort

6.8

Crew

7.4

Boarding

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Darnie,Jul 2025

LKO - MAA

Whole concept of low cost in flying does not make sense. There are so many paid add ons that eventually the cost is the same as the full fare airline

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Delhi to Colombo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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 6 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 3h 45m. The distance between New Delhi and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is about 2393 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    Currently priced at ₹ 19,140, 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 ₹ 19,325 and ₹ 22,376, respectively. Air India is priced at 26% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • 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 (95%), Japan Airlines (92%), Singapore Airlines( 90%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for ₹ 11,983. While the most popular route (New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl) can be booked for ₹ 22,088 on average, our data indicates ₹ 34,181 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?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New Delhi to Colombo.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Delhi to Colombo 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 New Delhi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Delhi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of ₹ 204). Flying from New Delhi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 265). 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₹ 19,140Average₹ 23,475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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IndiGoCheapest₹ 19,325Average₹ 24,170FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest₹ 22,376Average₹ 29,672FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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