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Cheap flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to India from ₹ 7,802

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 24/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMB — DEL
16 Dec — 23 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Colombo to India

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Colombo to India flight deals. Data was last updated 16 November 2025.

Round-trip from

₹ 11,880

One-way from

₹ 7,802

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

April

Average price

₹ 24,204

Good round-trip deal

₹ 12,338 or less

Good one-way deal

₹ 12,062 or less
IndiGo
  • IndiGo
  • 4/12-9/12
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 50m total
  • Colombo to India
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IndiGo
  • IndiGo
  • 24/11
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 30m total
  • Colombo to India
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High demand for flights, 0% potential price rise
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (₹ 20,416 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Cheapest flights from Colombo to India
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Colombo to India. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 November 2025.

Thu 4/1203:00CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 30mIndiGo
Tue 9/1200:40MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 20mIndiGo
Deal found 15/11₹ 11,880
Fri 21/1103:00CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 30mIndiGo
Tue 10/219:40MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 25mIndiGo
Deal found 16/11₹ 12,146
Tue 2/1203:00CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 30mIndiGo
Mon 8/1219:40MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 25mIndiGo
Deal found 16/11₹ 12,856
Sun 30/1103:00CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 30mIndiGo
Mon 8/1219:40MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 25mIndiGo
Deal found 14/11₹ 12,944
Mon 1/1203:00CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 30mIndiGo
Tue 9/1219:40MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 25mIndiGo
Deal found 14/11₹ 13,033
Thu 20/1103:00CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 30mIndiGo
Wed 26/1119:40MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 25mIndiGo
Deal found 16/11₹ 13,387
Sun 23/1103:00CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 30mIndiGo
Mon 8/1219:40MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 25mIndiGo
Deal found 16/11₹ 13,476
Wed 3/1203:00CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 30mIndiGo
Tue 9/1214:55MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 20mIndiGo
Deal found 15/11₹ 13,653
Mon 17/1103:00CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 30mIndiGo
Mon 24/1119:40MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 25mIndiGo
Deal found 14/11₹ 13,742
Tue 25/1103:00CMB - TRZ
1 stop18h 55mIndiGo
Wed 7/122:15TRZ - CMB
1 stop18h 00mIndiGo
Deal found 14/11₹ 16,491
Thu 20/1103:00CMB - TRZ
1 stop18h 55mIndiGo
Wed 26/1119:45TRZ - CMB
1 stop6h 15mIndiGo
Deal found 16/11₹ 16,845
Thu 27/1103:00CMB - TRZ
1 stop18h 55mIndiGo
Mon 1/1207:35TRZ - CMB
1 stop13h 30mIndiGo
Deal found 14/11₹ 16,934

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Colombo to India 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 16 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to India that are best for you.

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Colombo

Fly to

India

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Depart

Return

Price

ColomboChennai

CMB - MAA

CMBMAA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 4/12

08:20-18:30

1 stop10h 10m

Chennai

Tue 9/12

21:10-08:40

1 stop11h 30m

₹ 13,742

ColomboChennai

CMB - MAA

CMBMAA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 18/3

09:40-19:10

1 stop9h 30m

Chennai

Sat 11/4

07:15-15:00

1 stop7h 45m

₹ 14,008

ColomboChennai

CMB - MAA

CMBMAA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 2/2

03:00-04:30

Nonstop1h 30m

Chennai

Mon 9/2

00:40-02:00

Nonstop1h 20m

₹ 14,363

ColomboChennai

CMB - MAA

CMBMAA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 8/12

03:00-04:30

Nonstop1h 30m

Chennai

Mon 15/12

00:40-02:00

Nonstop1h 20m

₹ 14,717

ColomboChennai

CMB - MAA

CMBMAA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 5/12

03:00-04:30

Nonstop1h 30m

Chennai

Tue 16/12

00:40-02:00

Nonstop1h 20m

₹ 15,072

ColomboChennai

CMB - MAA

CMBMAA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 3/2

03:00-04:30

Nonstop1h 30m

Chennai

Tue 17/2

00:40-02:00

Nonstop1h 20m

₹ 15,072

ColomboChennai

CMB - MAA

CMBMAA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 11/2

07:20-08:40

Nonstop1h 20m

Chennai

Wed 11/2

15:55-17:15

Nonstop1h 20m

₹ 15,161

ColomboChennai

CMB - MAA

CMBMAA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 28/11

18:35-19:55

Nonstop1h 20m

Chennai

Mon 1/12

20:55-22:15

Nonstop1h 20m

₹ 15,604

ColomboChennai

CMB - MAA

CMBMAA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 1/12

08:20-04:55

1 stop20h 35m

Chennai

Mon 8/12

11:40-15:00

1 stop27h 20m

₹ 15,693

ColomboChennai

CMB - MAA

CMBMAA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 17/12

18:35-19:55

Nonstop1h 20m

Chennai

Wed 31/12

20:55-22:15

Nonstop1h 20m

₹ 15,781

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Best time to book a flight from Colombo to India

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to India (average of ₹ 6,472). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to India in January is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 12,856). 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 IN?

Find hourly flight availability from Colombo to India. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 16 November 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to India is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight at midday could potentially save you up to 22% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Colombo to India. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to India flight should consider departing on Sunday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday 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 India

Explore weekly flight availability from Colombo to India. 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 16 November 2025.

The most flights from CMB to IN0 are scheduled on a Friday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing India

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to India. 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 India. Reviews last updated 16 November 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with SriLankan Airlines, IndiGo, andAir India from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to India. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
SriLankan Airlines
6.9
Okay
76 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.0

Overall

6.9

Crew

7.5

Boarding

6.7

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
SriLankan Airlines
6.9
Okay
76 reviews
SriLankan Airlines
6.9
Okay
76 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.0

Overall

6.9

Crew

7.5

Boarding

6.7

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
IndiGo
6.9
Okay
497 reviews
SriLankan Airlines
6.9
Okay
76 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.0

Overall

6.9

Crew

7.5

Boarding

6.7

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
Air India
5.5
Fair
2,938 reviews
SriLankan Airlines
6.9
Okay
76 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.0

Overall

6.9

Crew

7.5

Boarding

6.7

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

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

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

    A quick flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to India can take about 1h 10m. Air India provides one of the quickest options available for as low as ₹ 23,672. Airlines will cover a distance of 507 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as ₹ 7,802 on IndiGo. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include SriLankan Airlines from ₹ 9,930 and Air India from ₹ 10,373 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to India?

    Most travellers choose Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - Chennai, Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl or Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - Bengaluru Intl when deciding on the best route from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to India.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to India are Air India (94%), Singapore Airlines (93%) and Japan Airlines (85%).

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

    While on average a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to India is generally ₹ 22,136, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is ₹ 11,261. When looking at the most popular route, (Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - Chennai), you can expect to pay ₹ 13,033 for that flight.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Colombo to India?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Colombo to India 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 India?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to India (average of ₹ 6,472). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to India in January is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 12,856). 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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Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Colombo to India. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 454,620 searches. Data last updated 16 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air IndiaCheapest₹ 11,456Average₹ 18,267FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest₹ 11,656Average₹ 23,808FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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IndiGoCheapest₹ 11,673Average₹ 16,441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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FitsAirCheapest₹ 13,111Average₹ 14,536FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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