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

196 flights are operational weekly from Colombo to India as of October 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Sat, with 19% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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

28 flights are operational daily from Colombo to India as of October 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 13:00, with 37% of flights per day taking off in the afternoon.

Which airlines fly to India?

IndiGo, SriLankan Airlines and Air India are the top three most popular airlines that fly to India from Colombo according to our data. IndiGo is the first choice among our users, with 35% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to India. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to India on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Air India, IndiGo, and SriLankan Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Colombo to India

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Colombo to India?

Prices for flights from Colombo to India refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Colombo to India?

As of October 2025, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Colombo to India.

How old do you have to be to fly from Colombo to India?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Colombo to India.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to India?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to India can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at India. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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03:00 - 04:30CMB-MAA

1h 30mdirect

00:40 - 02:00MAA-CMB

1h 20mdirect

₹ 11,527IndiGo

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Sun, 2 Nov - Sun, 9 Nov

09:10 - 10:35CMB-MAA

1h 25mdirect

14:55 - 16:15MAA-CMB

1h 20mdirect

₹ 11,615IndiGo

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Thu, 27 Nov - Sat, 29 Nov

16:00 - 22:50CMB-MAA

6h 50m1 stop

07:15 - 15:00MAA-CMB

7h 45m1 stop

₹ 13,375Air India

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Tue, 4 Nov - Sun, 9 Nov

16:00 - 01:00CMB-MAA

9h 00m1 stop

21:10 - 08:40MAA-CMB

11h 30m1 stop

₹ 13,463Air India

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Tue, 4 Nov - Tue, 11 Nov

08:20 - 18:30CMB-MAA

10h 10m1 stop

00:40 - 02:00MAA-CMB

1h 20mdirect

₹ 15,047Multiple Airlines

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Fri, 31 Oct - Sat, 1 Nov

08:20 - 18:30CMB-MAA

10h 10m1 stop

00:40 - 02:00MAA-CMB

1h 20mdirect

₹ 15,223Multiple Airlines

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Fri, 31 Oct - Sat, 1 Nov

07:20 - 08:40CMB-MAA

1h 20mdirect

20:55 - 22:15MAA-CMB

1h 20mdirect

₹ 15,311SriLankan Airlines

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Thu, 30 Oct - Sun, 2 Nov

18:35 - 19:55CMB-MAA

1h 20mdirect

09:45 - 11:05MAA-CMB

1h 20mdirect

₹ 15,399SriLankan Airlines

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Fri, 31 Oct - Sun, 2 Nov

00:45 - 22:40CMB-CJB

21h 55m1 stop

23:40 - 23:30CJB-CMB

23h 50m1 stop

₹ 91,513Singapore Airlines

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Sun, 8 Feb - Fri, 13 Feb

00:45 - 22:40CMB-CJB

21h 55m1 stop

23:40 - 23:30CJB-CMB

23h 50m1 stop

₹ 91,601Singapore Airlines

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SriLankan Airlines flights from Colombo to India

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SriLankan Airlines

30 Oct

CMB07:20Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

1h 20m

MAA08:40Chennai

2 Nov

MAA20:55Chennai

1h 20m

CMB22:15Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

₹ 15,311

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SriLankan Airlines

31 Oct

CMB18:35Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

1h 20m

MAA19:55Chennai

2 Nov

MAA09:45Chennai

1h 20m

CMB11:05Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

₹ 15,399

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SriLankan Airlines

10 Apr

CMB18:45Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

1h 25m

MAA20:10Chennai

16 Apr

MAA21:15Chennai

1h 25m

CMB22:40Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

₹ 15,575

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IndiGo flights from Colombo to India

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IndiGo

2 Nov

CMB03:00Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

1h 30m

MAA04:30Chennai

9 Nov

MAA00:40Chennai

1h 20m

CMB02:00Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

₹ 11,527

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IndiGo

27 Nov

CMB09:10Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

1h 25m

MAA10:35Chennai

29 Nov

MAA14:55Chennai

1h 20m

CMB16:15Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

₹ 11,615

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IndiGo

31 Oct

CMB09:10Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

1h 25m

MAA10:35Chennai

1 Nov

MAA00:40Chennai

1h 20m

CMB02:00Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

₹ 11,703

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ColomboChennai

CMB - MAA

CMBMAA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 2/11

03:00-04:30

Nonstop1h 30m

Chennai

Sun 9/11

00:40-02:00

Nonstop1h 20m

₹ 11,527

ColomboChennai

CMB - MAA

CMBMAA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 27/11

09:10-10:35

Nonstop1h 25m

Chennai

Sat 29/11

14:55-16:15

Nonstop1h 20m

₹ 11,615

ColomboChennai

CMB - MAA

CMBMAA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 4/11

16:00-22:50

1 stop6h 50m

Chennai

Sun 9/11

07:15-15:00

1 stop7h 45m

₹ 13,375

ColomboChennai

CMB - MAA

CMBMAA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 4/11

16:00-01:00

1 stop9h 00m

Chennai

Tue 11/11

21:10-08:40

1 stop11h 30m

₹ 13,463

ColomboChennai

CMB - MAA

CMBMAA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 31/10

08:20-18:30

1 stop10h 10m

Chennai

Sat 1/11

00:40-02:00

Nonstop1h 20m

₹ 15,047

ColomboChennai

CMB - MAA

CMBMAA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 31/10

08:20-18:30

1 stop10h 10m

Chennai

Sat 1/11

00:40-02:00

Nonstop1h 20m

₹ 15,223

ColomboChennai

CMB - MAA

CMBMAA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 30/10

07:20-08:40

Nonstop1h 20m

Chennai

Sun 2/11

20:55-22:15

Nonstop1h 20m

₹ 15,311

ColomboChennai

CMB - MAA

CMBMAA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 31/10

18:35-19:55

Nonstop1h 20m

Chennai

Sun 2/11

09:45-11:05

Nonstop1h 20m

₹ 15,399

ColomboCoimbatore

CMB - CJB

CMBCJB

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 8/2

00:45-22:40

1 stop21h 55m

Coimbatore Peelamedu

Fri 13/2

23:40-23:30

1 stop23h 50m

₹ 91,513

ColomboCoimbatore

CMB - CJB

CMBCJB

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 8/2

00:45-22:40

1 stop21h 55m

Coimbatore Peelamedu

Fri 13/2

23:40-23:30

1 stop23h 50m

₹ 91,601

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What is the cheapest month to fly to India?

The month of April is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to India from Colombo, with most prices found around ₹ 23,758. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of April, then book flights to India from Colombo during November instead. Flights to India in November, while not as cheap as those in April, still average around ₹ 24,198.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to India?

The cheapest day to depart from Colombo to India is on a Wednesday. Travellers who choose to depart for India on a Wednesday will often find tickets for as low as ₹ 20,721. Flights from Colombo to India on a Saturday will generally be more expensive and average around ₹ 38,374. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to India?

In the morning is the cheapest time of day to fly from Colombo to India when you can find flight prices for as low as ₹ 26,547. Flying to India in the morning is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Flights in the evening are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of ₹ 33,453.

What is the cheapest Colombo to India flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to India?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to India from Colombo when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to India for around ₹ 26,002 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to India from Colombo for as low as ₹ 23,230 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Colombo to India flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Colombo to India flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Fastest flight time	0h 55m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in India	6 airports

The fastest flight from Colombo to India takes 0h 55m

Direct flights go from Colombo to India every day.

There are 6 airports near India: Bengaluru Intl (BLR), Thiruvananthapuram (TRV), Chennai (MAA), Tiruchirappalli Civil (TRZ), Kochi (COK), Madurai (IXM)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Colombo to India?
Prices for flights from Colombo to India refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Colombo to India?
As of October 2025, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Colombo to India.
How old do you have to be to fly from Colombo to India?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Colombo to India.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to India?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to India can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at India. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from Colombo to India

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Air India	PriceFrom ₹ 11,370	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.5 2,937 reviews	Search Air India flights
SriLankan Airlines	PriceFrom ₹ 11,569	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.9 76 reviews	Search SriLankan Airlines flights
IndiGo	PriceFrom ₹ 11,585	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.9 487 reviews	Search IndiGo flights
FitsAir	PriceFrom ₹ 11,729	Free Cancellation	Rating 0.0 0 reviews	Search FitsAir flights

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