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Cheap flights from Chennai to Sri Lanka from ₹ 6,079

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 7/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAA — CMB
29 Dec — 5 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chennai to Sri Lanka. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 29 November 2025.

Sun 7/1214:55MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 20mIndiGo
Wed 10/1203:00CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 30mIndiGo
Deal found 27/11₹ 15,288
Fri 12/1211:40MAA - CMB
1 stop27h 20mAir India
Mon 15/1208:20CMB - MAA
1 stop12h 40mAir India
Deal found 27/11₹ 15,466
Thu 11/1200:40MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 20mIndiGo
Thu 18/1203:00CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 30mIndiGo
Deal found 29/11₹ 15,645
Mon 15/1214:55MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 20mIndiGo
Fri 19/1209:10CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 30mIndiGo
Deal found 28/11₹ 15,824
Mon 8/1214:55MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 20mIndiGo
Tue 9/1203:00CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 30mIndiGo
Deal found 28/11₹ 15,913
Tue 9/1200:40MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 20mIndiGo
Fri 30/109:10CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 30mIndiGo
Deal found 28/11₹ 16,182
Wed 3/1200:40MAA - CMB
Nonstop1h 20mIndiGo
Thu 4/1217:15CMB - MAA
Nonstop1h 25mIndiGo
Deal found 28/11₹ 16,629

Cheap flight deals from Chennai to Sri Lanka

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Chennai to Sri Lanka flight deals. Data was last updated 29 November 2025.

Round-trip from

₹ 13,053

One-way from

₹ 6,079

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

₹ 14,572

Good round-trip deal

₹ 13,722 or less

Good one-way deal

₹ 7,931 or less
IndiGo
  • IndiGo
  • 29/1-30/1
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 50m total
  • Chennai to Sri Lanka
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IndiGo
  • IndiGo
  • 7/1
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 20m total
  • Chennai to Sri Lanka
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (₹ 21,905 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Chennai to Sri Lanka 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 29 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chennai to Sri Lanka that are best for you.

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Chennai

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Sri Lanka

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ChennaiColombo

MAA - CMB

MAACMB

Chennai

Sun 1/2

14:55-16:15

Nonstop1h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 4/2

03:00-04:30

Nonstop1h 30m

₹ 14,662

ChennaiColombo

MAA - CMB

MAACMB

Chennai

Thu 15/1

20:55-22:15

Nonstop1h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 18/1

07:20-08:40

Nonstop1h 20m

₹ 16,629

ChennaiColombo

MAA - CMB

MAACMB

Chennai

Tue 9/12

14:55-16:15

Nonstop1h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 13/12

03:00-04:30

Nonstop1h 30m

₹ 16,718

ChennaiColombo

MAA - CMB

MAACMB

Chennai

Sun 11/1

20:55-22:15

Nonstop1h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 18/1

07:20-08:40

Nonstop1h 20m

₹ 17,254

ChennaiColombo

MAA - CMB

MAACMB

Chennai

Mon 12/1

21:40-16:05

1 stop18h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 15/1

16:00-08:45

1 stop16h 45m

₹ 17,344

ChennaiColombo

MAA - CMB

MAACMB

Chennai

Fri 23/1

19:40-21:05

Nonstop1h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 25/1

03:00-04:30

Nonstop1h 30m

₹ 17,344

ChennaiColombo

MAA - CMB

MAACMB

Chennai

Sun 11/1

09:45-11:05

Nonstop1h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 17/1

03:00-04:30

Nonstop1h 30m

₹ 17,523

ChennaiColombo

MAA - CMB

MAACMB

Chennai

Wed 10/12

20:55-22:15

Nonstop1h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 11/12

18:35-19:55

Nonstop1h 20m

₹ 17,612

ChennaiColombo

MAA - CMB

MAACMB

Chennai

Mon 15/12

00:40-02:00

Nonstop1h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 20/12

17:15-18:40

Nonstop1h 25m

₹ 18,327

ChennaiColombo

MAA - CMB

MAACMB

Chennai

Thu 8/1

14:55-16:15

Nonstop1h 20m

₹ 7,152

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Best time to book a flight from Chennai to Sri Lanka

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Sri Lanka from Chennai with our price prediction graph.
Estimated return price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chennai to Sri Lanka

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chennai to Sri Lanka?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to Sri Lanka (average of ₹ 7,510). Flying from Chennai to Sri Lanka in February is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 13,321). 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 MAA to LK?

Find hourly flight availability from Chennai to Sri Lanka. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 29 November 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Chennai to Sri Lanka in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 22% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chennai to Sri Lanka?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Chennai to Sri Lanka. Price data was last updated on 29 November 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Chennai to Sri Lanka flight should consider departing on Monday mornings 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.

Weekly flight availability from Chennai to Sri Lanka

Explore weekly flight availability from Chennai to Sri Lanka. 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 29 November 2025.

The most flights from MAA to LK0 are scheduled on a Saturday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

How often are flights from Chennai to Sri Lanka delayed?

About 10% of weekly flights between Chennai and Sri Lanka have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 97 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Chennai to Sri Lanka flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Tuesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Chennai to Sri Lanka flights?

Over the past year, Corendon Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with no flights being classified as delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Sri Lanka

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sri Lanka. 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 Sri Lanka. Reviews last updated 29 November 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with SriLankan Airlines, IndiGo, andAir India from Chennai to Sri Lanka by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
SriLankan Airlines
6.9
Okay
76 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.3

Food

7.0

Boarding

6.7

Overall

6.9

Comfort

6.8

Crew

7.5

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

Entertainment

6.3

Food

7.0

Boarding

6.7

Overall

6.9

Comfort

6.8

Crew

7.5

Reviews

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
500 reviews
SriLankan Airlines
6.9
Okay
76 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.3

Food

7.0

Boarding

6.7

Overall

6.9

Comfort

6.8

Crew

7.5

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
2,949 reviews
SriLankan Airlines
6.9
Okay
76 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.3

Food

7.0

Boarding

6.7

Overall

6.9

Comfort

6.8

Crew

7.5

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 Chennai to Sri Lanka. 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 Chennai to Sri Lanka?

    Most people fly from Chennai (MAA) if they book a flight from Chennai to Sri Lanka. Chennai is conveniently located just 16.5 km from Chennai’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Chennai to Sri Lanka?

    Airlines like IndiGo and SriLankan Airlines fly from Chennai to Sri Lanka in about 1h 20m. The time it takes to get you to your destination is usually consistent. Chennai and Sri Lanka are separated by a distance of 645 km. All flights are typically direct.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chennai to Sri Lanka?

    Before booking your flight to Sri Lanka from Chennai, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Ethiopian Air (100%), Air India (95%), Singapore Airlines( 95%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chennai to Sri Lanka?

    On average you can expect to pay ₹ 12,827 for a flight from Chennai to Sri Lanka. The cheapest flight overall is ₹ 5,841 while the most popular route, (Chennai - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl) is currently priced at ₹ 13,589.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chennai to Sri Lanka that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Chennai to Sri Lanka flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Chennai to Sri Lanka?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chennai to Sri Lanka?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chennai to Sri Lanka 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 Chennai to Sri Lanka?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to Sri Lanka (average of ₹ 7,510). Flying from Chennai to Sri Lanka in February is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 13,321). 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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Top 4 airlines flying from Chennai to Sri Lanka

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Chennai to Sri Lanka. 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 29 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air IndiaCheapest₹ 11,473Average₹ 13,152FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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IndiGoCheapest₹ 12,268Average₹ 14,993FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest₹ 12,690Average₹ 15,310FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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FitsAirCheapest₹ 13,846Average₹ 15,147FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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