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Cheap flights from Chennai to Sri Lanka from ₹ 8,172

MAA — CMB
2 Nov — 9 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Chennai to Sri Lanka

Sat 10/1014:55 -
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Tue 13/1003:45 -
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Deal found 28/9₹ 19,035
Thu 29/1010:25 -
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Sun 1/1112:30 -
Nonstop1h 15m
Deal found 2/10₹ 19,131
Wed 7/1001:20 -
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Sat 10/1003:45 -
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Deal found 28/9₹ 19,131
Thu 29/1010:25 -
Nonstop1h 20m
Mon 2/1112:30 -
Nonstop1h 15m
Deal found 30/9₹ 19,323
Sat 17/1014:55 -
Nonstop1h 20m
Sun 18/1003:45 -
Nonstop1h 20m
Deal found 28/9₹ 19,323
Thu 15/1001:20 -
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Sun 18/1003:45 -
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Deal found 29/9₹ 19,516
Wed 7/1010:10 -
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Sun 11/1003:45 -
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Deal found 30/9₹ 19,612
Fri 13/1110:25 -
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Sat 14/1112:30 -
Nonstop1h 15m
Deal found 29/9₹ 19,708
Sat 3/1019:40 -
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Sat 10/1009:45 -
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Deal found 30/9₹ 19,996
Fri 13/1120:55 -
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Fri 20/1113:30 -
Nonstop1h 20m
Deal found 29/9₹ 20,092
Thu 10/1220:55 -
Nonstop1h 20m
Mon 21/1217:15 -
Nonstop1h 25m
Deal found 1/10₹ 20,285
Wed 2/1210:10 -
Nonstop1h 20m
Thu 10/1217:15 -
Nonstop1h 25m
Deal found 28/9₹ 20,381

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Round-trip from

₹ 19,035

One-way from

₹ 8,172

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

₹ 19,708

Good round-trip deal

₹ 19,505 or less

Good one-way deal

₹ 8,694 or less
SriLankan Airlines
  • SriLankan Airlines
  • 4/12-13/12
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 40m total
  • Chennai to Sri Lanka
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IndiGo
  • IndiGo
  • 7/12-31/12
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 20m total
  • Chennai to Sri Lanka
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ChennaiJaffna

MAA Chennai - JAF Jaffna Kankesanturai

MAAJAF

Chennai

Mon 7/12

10:25-11:45

Nonstop1h 20m

Jaffna Kankesanturai

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

₹ 8,172
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ChennaiJaffna

MAA Chennai - JAF Jaffna Kankesanturai

MAAJAF

Chennai

Sat 24/10

10:30-11:40

Nonstop1h 10m

Jaffna Kankesanturai

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

₹ 8,845

ChennaiJaffna

MAA Chennai - JAF Jaffna Kankesanturai

MAAJAF

Chennai

Thu 24/12

10:25-11:45

Nonstop1h 20m

Jaffna Kankesanturai

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

₹ 9,517

ChennaiJaffna

MAA Chennai - JAF Jaffna Kankesanturai

MAAJAF

Chennai

Sun 1/11

10:25-11:45

Nonstop1h 20m

Jaffna Kankesanturai

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

₹ 9,517

ChennaiJaffna

MAA Chennai - JAF Jaffna Kankesanturai

MAAJAF

Chennai

Tue 8/12

08:20-14:15

1 stop5h 55m

Jaffna Kankesanturai

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

₹ 9,710

ChennaiColombo

MAA Chennai - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

MAACMB

Chennai

Wed 25/11

20:55-22:15

Nonstop1h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

₹ 10,287

ChennaiColombo

MAA Chennai - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

MAACMB

Chennai

Tue 1/12

10:10-11:30

Nonstop1h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

₹ 10,287

ChennaiColombo

MAA Chennai - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

MAACMB

Chennai

Sat 14/11

20:55-22:15

Nonstop1h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

₹ 10,383

ChennaiColombo

MAA Chennai - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

MAACMB

Chennai

Sun 27/12

20:55-22:15

Nonstop1h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

₹ 10,383

ChennaiColombo

MAA Chennai - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

MAACMB

Chennai

Tue 13/10

01:20-02:40

Nonstop1h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

₹ 10,479

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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.
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Cheapflights Insights

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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to Sri Lanka (average of ₹ 17,593). Flying from Chennai to Sri Lanka in August is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 22,688). 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?

It’s optimal to fly from Chennai to Sri Lanka at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 17% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

Weekly flight availability from Chennai to Sri Lanka

The most flights from MAA to LK0 are scheduled on a Wednesday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

How often are flights from Chennai to Sri Lanka delayed?

About 12% of weekly flights between Chennai and Sri Lanka have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 95 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 early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

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

Friday 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, IndiGo have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 7% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chennai to Sri Lanka?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Chennai to Sri Lanka, you should look to book at least 81 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Chennai to Sri Lanka flight should consider departing on Tuesday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Sri Lanka

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
6.8
Okay
87 reviews
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Food

7.0

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.8

Crew

7.6

Boarding

6.8

Entertainment

6.2

Reviews

1 / 1
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2024

CMB - SYD

It was ok. Not an excellent service for the cost paid
SriLankan Airlines
6.8
Okay
87 reviews
SriLankan Airlines
6.8
Okay
87 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.0

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.8

Crew

7.6

Boarding

6.8

Entertainment

6.2

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
581 reviews
SriLankan Airlines
6.8
Okay
87 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.0

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.8

Crew

7.6

Boarding

6.8

Entertainment

6.2

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
2,917 reviews
SriLankan Airlines
6.8
Okay
87 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.0

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.8

Crew

7.6

Boarding

6.8

Entertainment

6.2

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

  • 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 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 356 km. All flights are typically direct.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chennai to Sri Lanka one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Air India. According to our data, you can fly for as low as ₹ 5,460. Users have also found prices from ₹ 6,353 and ₹ 8,808 on IndiGo and SriLankan Airlines, respectively.

  • 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: IndiGo (91%), SriLankan Airlines (83%), Air India( 83%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay ₹ 18,993 for a flight from Chennai to Sri Lanka. The cheapest flight overall is ₹ 9,434 while the most popular route, (Chennai - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl) is currently priced at ₹ 19,708.

  • 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to Sri Lanka (average of ₹ 17,593). Flying from Chennai to Sri Lanka in August is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 22,688). 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 3 airlines flying from Chennai to Sri Lanka

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air IndiaCheapest₹ 11,809Average₹ 14,740FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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IndiGoCheapest₹ 14,014Average₹ 20,695FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest₹ 16,981Average₹ 20,843FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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