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Cheap flights from Chennai to Sri Lanka from ₹ 9,039

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 12/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAA — CMB
17 May — 24 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Chennai to Sri Lanka
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 17 April 2026.

Mon 17/814:55
MAA
-
CMB
Nonstop1h 20m
IndiGo
Thu 20/812:30
CMB
-
MAA
Nonstop1h 15m
IndiGo
Deal found 15/4₹ 19,290
Sun 31/509:55
MAA
-
CMB
Nonstop1h 25m
SriLankan Airlines
Sun 7/618:45
CMB
-
MAA
Nonstop1h 25m
SriLankan Airlines
Deal found 16/4₹ 19,383
Sun 17/521:15
MAA
-
CMB
Nonstop1h 25m
SriLankan Airlines
Thu 28/507:25
CMB
-
MAA
Nonstop1h 25m
SriLankan Airlines
Deal found 13/4₹ 19,476
Tue 19/516:00
MAA
-
CMB
Nonstop1h 25m
SriLankan Airlines
Sun 24/507:25
CMB
-
MAA
Nonstop1h 25m
SriLankan Airlines
Deal found 12/4₹ 19,569
Tue 5/509:55
MAA
-
CMB
Nonstop1h 25m
SriLankan Airlines
Mon 11/513:30
CMB
-
MAA
Nonstop1h 25m
SriLankan Airlines
Deal found 15/4₹ 19,663
Wed 29/421:15
MAA
-
CMB
Nonstop1h 25m
SriLankan Airlines
Wed 6/507:25
CMB
-
MAA
Nonstop1h 25m
SriLankan Airlines
Deal found 12/4₹ 19,756
Tue 12/516:00
MAA
-
CMB
Nonstop1h 25m
SriLankan Airlines
Tue 19/507:25
CMB
-
MAA
Nonstop1h 25m
SriLankan Airlines
Deal found 14/4₹ 19,849
Sat 25/421:15
MAA
-
CMB
Nonstop1h 25m
SriLankan Airlines
Sun 26/407:25
CMB
-
MAA
Nonstop1h 25m
SriLankan Airlines
Deal found 14/4₹ 19,942
Tue 21/409:55
MAA
-
CMB
Nonstop1h 25m
SriLankan Airlines
Thu 23/407:25
CMB
-
MAA
Nonstop1h 25m
SriLankan Airlines
Deal found 15/4₹ 20,035
Thu 21/509:55
MAA
-
CMB
Nonstop1h 25m
SriLankan Airlines
Thu 28/507:25
CMB
-
MAA
Nonstop1h 25m
SriLankan Airlines
Deal found 16/4₹ 20,129
Fri 1/521:15
MAA
-
CMB
Nonstop1h 25m
SriLankan Airlines
Sat 2/507:25
CMB
-
MAA
Nonstop1h 25m
SriLankan Airlines
Deal found 15/4₹ 20,222
Wed 22/421:15
MAA
-
CMB
Nonstop1h 25m
SriLankan Airlines
Sat 25/407:25
CMB
-
MAA
Nonstop1h 25m
SriLankan Airlines
Deal found 15/4₹ 20,315

Find 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 17 April 2026.

Round-trip from

₹ 19,290

One-way from

₹ 9,039

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

₹ 14,910

Good round-trip deal

₹ 16,405 or less

Good one-way deal

₹ 8,888 or less
IndiGo
  • IndiGo
  • 17/8-20/8
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 35m total
  • Chennai to Sri Lanka
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IndiGo
  • IndiGo
  • 5/5
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 20m total
  • Chennai to Sri Lanka
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (₹ 137,482 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (₹ 21,497 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 17 April 2026.
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ChennaiColombo

MAA - CMB

MAACMB

Chennai

Tue 4/8

21:15-22:40

Nonstop1h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 17/8

13:30-14:55

Nonstop1h 25m

₹ 21,247

ChennaiColombo

MAA - CMB

MAACMB

Chennai

Thu 7/5

14:35-20:15

1 stop5h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 11/5

11:30-21:25

1 stop9h 55m

₹ 29,727

ChennaiColombo

MAA - CMB

MAACMB

Chennai

Wed 29/4

10:55-20:15

1 stop9h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 6/5

11:30-19:15

1 stop7h 45m

₹ 31,311

ChennaiColombo

MAA - CMB

MAACMB

Chennai

Tue 12/5

07:00-15:00

1 stop8h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 16/5

16:00-22:35

1 stop6h 35m

₹ 37,555

ChennaiColombo

MAA - CMB

MAACMB

Chennai

Fri 8/5

05:55-15:00

1 stop9h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 11/5

16:00-01:05

1 stop9h 05m

₹ 37,555

ChennaiColombo

MAA - CMB

MAACMB

Chennai

Sun 17/5

10:55-20:15

1 stop9h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 28/5

16:00-07:40

2 stops15h 40m

₹ 37,648

ChennaiColombo

MAA - CMB

MAACMB

Chennai

Thu 7/5

21:25-15:00

2 stops17h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 11/5

16:00-07:40

2 stops15h 40m

₹ 38,207

ChennaiColombo

MAA - CMB

MAACMB

Chennai

Mon 25/5

21:25-15:00

2 stops17h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 29/5

16:00-07:40

2 stops15h 40m

₹ 38,207

ChennaiColombo

MAA - CMB

MAACMB

Chennai

Tue 4/8

15:20-08:40

2 stops17h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 17/8

17:05-04:55

1 stop11h 50m

₹ 39,139

ChennaiColombo

MAA - CMB

MAACMB

Chennai

Thu 28/5

07:00-15:00

1 stop8h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 31/5

16:00-01:05

1 stop9h 05m

₹ 42,028

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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
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to Sri Lanka (average of ₹ 2,423). Flying from Chennai to Sri Lanka in May is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 18,638). 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 17 April 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Chennai to Sri Lanka in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 15% 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 11 April 2026.

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 17 April 2026.

The most flights from MAA to LK0 are scheduled on a Sunday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 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 96 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?

Monday 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 9% of flights being 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 17 April 2026.
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
82 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

6.8

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.8

Entertainment

6.1

Food

7.0

Crew

7.6

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
82 reviews
SriLankan Airlines
6.8
Okay
82 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

6.8

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.8

Entertainment

6.1

Food

7.0

Crew

7.6

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
551 reviews
SriLankan Airlines
6.8
Okay
82 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

6.8

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.8

Entertainment

6.1

Food

7.0

Crew

7.6

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
2,967 reviews
SriLankan Airlines
6.8
Okay
82 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

6.8

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.8

Entertainment

6.1

Food

7.0

Crew

7.6

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 SriLankan Airlines, IndiGo, and Air India fly from Chennai to Sri Lanka in about 1h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 6h 35m. Chennai and Sri Lanka are separated by a distance of 645 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • 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 ₹ 5,492. Users have also found prices from ₹ 5,793 and ₹ 6,918 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 (95%), SriLankan Airlines (87%), Air India( 86%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay ₹ 15,680 for a flight from Chennai to Sri Lanka. The cheapest flight overall is ₹ 6,781 while the most popular route, (Chennai - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl) is currently priced at ₹ 19,290.

  • 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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to Sri Lanka (average of ₹ 2,423). Flying from Chennai to Sri Lanka in May is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 18,638). 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

Discover the top 3 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 17 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air IndiaCheapest₹ 11,784Average₹ 13,024FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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IndiGoCheapest₹ 12,739Average₹ 16,118FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest₹ 13,342Average₹ 17,257FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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