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Cheap flights from Colombo to Chennai from ₹ 8,622

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Colombo to Chennai departing on 3/4. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Best price found

₹ 8,622

Fastest flight time

1h 05m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Chennai

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Chennai from Colombo in the past 72 hours is ₹ 8,622. The best return flight deal from Colombo to Chennai found on momondo in the last 72 hours is ₹ 14,426.
The fastest flight from Colombo to Chennai takes 1h 05m
Direct flights go from Colombo to Chennai every day.
There is 1 airport near Chennai: Chennai (MAA)

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Colombo to Chennai

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

What is the cheapest month to fly from Colombo to Chennai?

May. The cheapest time of year to fly to Chennai from Colombo is May. The most expensive is August.

What is the cheapest day to depart Colombo for Chennai?

Saturday. The cheapest day of the week is usually Saturday. The most expensive is usually Monday.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Colombo to Chennai?

In the morning. Colombo to Chennai flights are approximately 2% more expensive in the evening than in the morning

What is the cheapest airline that flies to Chennai from Colombo?

SpiceJet. Air India, FitsAir, and IndiGo are the most popular carriers operating from Colombo to Chennai

What is the cheapest Colombo to Chennai flight route?

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - Chennai. Fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Chennai for the best Colombo - Chennai flight prices

How far in advance should you book Colombo to Chennai flights?

53 days before. The cheapest time to buy a flight from Colombo to Chennai is approximately 53 days to departure

How many flights depart from Colombo to Chennai on average per day?

6 flights are operational weekly from Colombo to Chennai as of March 2024. The most popular departure time for this route is 12:00, with 56% of flights per day taking off in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from Colombo to Chennai on average per week?

As of March 2024, there are 48 flights per week flying from Colombo to Chennai. The most common day of the week flights depart is Monday, with 21% of flights taking off on this day.

Can stopping save me money on Colombo to Chennai flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Colombo to Chennai.

When you’re planning your trip from Colombo to Chennai, the most popular airport-to-airport route is Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai Airport. In March, ₹ 12,934 is typically the cheapest round trip price you’ll find from Colombo to Chennai which you can find when you fly CMB — MAA.

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (CMB) to Chennai Airport (MAA)₹ 12,934
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Easily compare return flights from Colombo to Chennai

Below you can see the best fares for your return flight route over the next six months. All fares were found on momondo this week. Browse the quickest and cheapest flights from Colombo to Chennai by changing tabs
Air India
17 Apr
CMB18:20Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
1h 25m
MAA19:45Chennai
24 Apr
MAA05:55Chennai
1h 25m
CMB07:20Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
₹ 14,426
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FitsAir
14 Apr
CMB11:45Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
1h 15m
MAA13:00Chennai
23 Apr
MAA13:45Chennai
1h 15m
CMB15:00Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
₹ 14,509
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IndiGo
15 Apr
CMB03:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
1h 20m
MAA04:50Chennai
29 Apr
MAA01:10Chennai
1h 20m
CMB02:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
₹ 15,338
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SriLankan Airlines
6 May
CMB13:40Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
1h 25m
MAA15:05Chennai
9 May
MAA03:10Chennai
1h 25m
CMB04:35Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
₹ 16,581
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Multiple Airlines
9 Apr
CMB03:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
1h 20m
MAA04:50Chennai
24 Apr
MAA12:30Chennai
1h 15m
CMB13:45Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
₹ 16,913
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FitsAir
16 Apr
CMB11:45Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
1h 15m
MAA13:00Chennai
30 Apr
MAA13:45Chennai
1h 15m
CMB15:00Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
₹ 14,592
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Find the cheapest one-way flights from Colombo to Chennai

If you're looking for one-way flights from Colombo to Chennai, view some of our deals below provided by Air India, FitsAir and IndiGo
IndiGo
3 Apr
CMB03:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
1h 20m
MAA04:50Chennai
₹ 8,622
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FitsAir
26 Mar
CMB09:00Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
1h 20m
MAA10:20Chennai
₹ 9,451
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SpiceJet
25 Mar
CMB02:25Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
1h 50m
MAA04:15Chennai
₹ 9,700
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Search last-minute flights to Chennai from Colombo

Find and compare return flight prices for your last-minute flight from Colombo to Chennai
Air India
25 Mar
CMB13:50Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
1h 30m
MAA15:20Chennai
19 Apr
MAA05:55Chennai
1h 25m
CMB07:20Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
₹ 12,187
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FitsAir
25 Mar
CMB09:00Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
1h 20m
MAA10:20Chennai
27 Mar
MAA11:05Chennai
1h 20m
CMB12:25Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
₹ 14,592
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SriLankan Airlines
24 Mar
CMB00:40Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
1h 20m
MAA02:00Chennai
27 Mar
MAA09:40Chennai
1h 20m
CMB11:00Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
₹ 15,504
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IndiGo
24 Mar
CMB13:50Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
1h 25m
MAA15:15Chennai
27 Mar
MAA00:40Chennai
1h 25m
CMB02:05Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
₹ 15,587
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Multiple Airlines
24 Mar
CMB00:40Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
1h 20m
MAA02:00Chennai
27 Mar
MAA00:10Chennai
1h 15m
CMB01:25Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
₹ 17,162
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Air India
25 Mar
CMB13:50Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
1h 30m
MAA15:20Chennai
28 Mar
MAA05:55Chennai
1h 25m
CMB07:20Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
₹ 13,265
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Best airlines flying from Colombo to Chennai

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Colombo to Chennai with momondo
Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
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SpiceJetPriceFrom ₹ 11,133Free CancellationRating
5.7
156 reviews
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SriLankan AirlinesPriceFrom ₹ 12,844Free CancellationRating
7.2
141 reviews
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FitsAirPriceFrom ₹ 13,215Free CancellationRating
0.0
0 reviews
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IndiGoPriceFrom ₹ 13,595Free CancellationRating
7.1
538 reviews
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Air IndiaPriceFrom ₹ 13,711Free CancellationRating
5.6
2,989 reviews
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IndiGo flights from Colombo to Chennai

Our best IndiGo deals on Colombo to Chennai flight tickets
IndiGo
15 Apr
CMB03:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
1h 20m
MAA04:50Chennai
29 Apr
MAA01:10Chennai
1h 20m
CMB02:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
₹ 15,338
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IndiGo
16 Apr
CMB03:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
1h 20m
MAA04:50Chennai
23 Apr
MAA01:10Chennai
1h 20m
CMB02:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
₹ 15,421
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IndiGo
9 May
CMB03:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
1h 20m
MAA04:50Chennai
16 May
MAA11:30Chennai
1h 20m
CMB12:50Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
₹ 15,504
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FitsAir flights from Colombo to Chennai

Our best FitsAir deals on Colombo to Chennai flight tickets
FitsAir
14 Apr
CMB11:45Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
1h 15m
MAA13:00Chennai
23 Apr
MAA13:45Chennai
1h 15m
CMB15:00Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
₹ 14,509
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FitsAir
16 Apr
CMB11:45Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
1h 15m
MAA13:00Chennai
30 Apr
MAA13:45Chennai
1h 15m
CMB15:00Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
₹ 14,592
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FitsAir
17 Apr
CMB10:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
1h 15m
MAA11:45Chennai
24 Apr
MAA12:30Chennai
1h 15m
CMB13:45Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
₹ 14,675
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  • How far is Colombo to Chennai by plane?

    There are 685.6 km between Colombo and Chennai. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 1h 15m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Colombo to Chennai Airport?

    Prices for flights from Colombo to Chennai Airport are updated daily.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Colombo to Chennai Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Colombo to Chennai Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Colombo to Chennai Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chennai Airport?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Chennai Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Chennai Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.


Alternative routes for Colombo to Chennai

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