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

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

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Historically, on average around 13% of flights between $[0, place:'genitive'] and $[1, place:'genitive'] have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 87 minutes.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on $[0,article:'genitive ']$[0,place:'genitive'] $[1, preposition:'to ']$[1, article:'to ']$[1, place:'to'] flights?

According to our data, FitsAir have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with no flights being classified as delayed.

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 38% 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.

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

31 flights are operational daily from Colombo to India as of November 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 14:00, with 44% of flights per day taking off in the afternoon.

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

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

What is the most punctual flight time for $[0,article:'genitive ']$[0,place:'genitive'] $[1, preposition:'to ']$[1, article:'to ']$[1, place:'to'] flights?

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the morning have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

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

Prices for flights from Colombo to India refresh daily.

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As of November 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

₹ 13,352IndiGo

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03:00 - 04:30CMB-MAA

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19:40 - 21:05MAA-CMB

1h 25mdirect

₹ 13,800IndiGo

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09:10 - 10:40CMB-MAA

1h 30mdirect

00:40 - 02:00MAA-CMB

1h 20mdirect

₹ 14,069IndiGo

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Wed, 4 Feb - Sat, 7 Feb

09:40 - 01:00CMB-MAA

15h 20m1 stop

07:15 - 15:00MAA-CMB

7h 45m1 stop

₹ 14,337Air India

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Wed, 18 Feb - Mon, 23 Feb

08:20 - 18:30CMB-MAA

10h 10m1 stop

07:15 - 15:00MAA-CMB

7h 45m1 stop

₹ 15,144Air India

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07:30 - 08:55CMB-BLR

1h 25mdirect

21:20 - 22:50BLR-CMB

1h 30mdirect

₹ 18,549SriLankan Airlines

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01:05 - 02:30CMB-BLR

1h 25mdirect

18:15 - 19:55BLR-CMB

1h 40mdirect

₹ 18,728Multiple Airlines

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16:00 - 01:20CMB-BLR

9h 20m1 stop

18:15 - 19:55BLR-CMB

1h 40mdirect

₹ 18,907Multiple Airlines

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23:40 - 02:10CMB-BOM

2h 30mdirect

20:45 - 23:15BOM-CMB

2h 30mdirect

₹ 20,520SriLankan Airlines

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00:45 - 22:40CMB-CJB

21h 55m1 stop

02:10 - 23:30CJB-CMB

21h 20m1 stop

₹ 66,400Singapore Airlines

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SriLankan Airlines

6 Dec

CMB07:20Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

1h 20m

MAA08:40Chennai

7 Dec

MAA09:45Chennai

1h 20m

CMB11:05Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

₹ 15,771

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25 Nov

CMB13:35Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

1h 20m

MAA14:55Chennai

28 Nov

MAA09:45Chennai

1h 20m

CMB11:05Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

₹ 15,861

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15 Dec

CMB18:35Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

1h 20m

MAA19:55Chennai

17 Dec

MAA20:55Chennai

1h 20m

CMB22:15Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

₹ 16,578

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3 Feb

CMB03:00Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

1h 30m

MAA04:30Chennai

7 Feb

MAA00:40Chennai

1h 20m

CMB02:00Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

₹ 13,352

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3 Feb

CMB03:00Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

1h 30m

MAA04:30Chennai

8 Feb

MAA19:40Chennai

1h 25m

CMB21:05Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

₹ 13,800

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IndiGo

28 Nov

CMB09:10Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

1h 30m

MAA10:40Chennai

30 Nov

MAA00:40Chennai

1h 20m

CMB02:00Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

₹ 13,889

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ColomboChennai

CMB - MAA

CMBMAA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 3/2

03:00-04:30

Nonstop1h 30m

Chennai

Sat 7/2

00:40-02:00

Nonstop1h 20m

₹ 13,352

ColomboChennai

CMB - MAA

CMBMAA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 3/2

03:00-04:30

Nonstop1h 30m

Chennai

Sun 8/2

19:40-21:05

Nonstop1h 25m

₹ 13,800

ColomboChennai

CMB - MAA

CMBMAA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 4/2

09:10-10:40

Nonstop1h 30m

Chennai

Sat 7/2

00:40-02:00

Nonstop1h 20m

₹ 14,069

ColomboChennai

CMB - MAA

CMBMAA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 18/2

09:40-01:00

1 stop15h 20m

Chennai

Mon 23/2

07:15-15:00

1 stop7h 45m

₹ 14,337

ColomboChennai

CMB - MAA

CMBMAA

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 9/12

08:20-18:30

1 stop10h 10m

Chennai

Sat 17/1

07:15-15:00

1 stop7h 45m

₹ 15,144

ColomboBengaluru

CMB - BLR

CMBBLR

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 4/12

07:30-08:55

Nonstop1h 25m

Bengaluru Intl

Mon 8/12

21:20-22:50

Nonstop1h 30m

₹ 18,549

ColomboBengaluru

CMB - BLR

CMBBLR

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 3/12

01:05-02:30

Nonstop1h 25m

Bengaluru Intl

Mon 8/12

18:15-19:55

Nonstop1h 40m

₹ 18,728

ColomboBengaluru

CMB - BLR

CMBBLR

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 4/12

16:00-01:20

1 stop9h 20m

Bengaluru Intl

Mon 8/12

18:15-19:55

Nonstop1h 40m

₹ 18,907

ColomboMumbai

CMB - BOM

CMBBOM

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 11/12

23:40-02:10

Nonstop2h 30m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Sun 14/12

20:45-23:15

Nonstop2h 30m

₹ 20,520

ColomboCoimbatore

CMB - CJB

CMBCJB

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 13/1

00:45-22:40

1 stop21h 55m

Coimbatore Peelamedu

Mon 19/1

02:10-23:30

1 stop21h 20m

₹ 66,400

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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 ₹ 24,194. 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 ₹ 24,284.

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 ₹ 21,101. Flights from Colombo to India on a Saturday will generally be more expensive and average around ₹ 35,497. 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 ₹ 25,886. 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 ₹ 34,067.

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 ₹ 26,584 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 ₹ 21,237 on momondo.

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

Direct flights go from Colombo to India every day.

There are 4 airports near India: Thiruvananthapuram (TRV), Tiruchirappalli Civil (TRZ), Kochi (COK), Madurai (IXM)

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As of November 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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Air India	PriceFrom ₹ 11,578	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.5 2,946 reviews	Search Air India flights
SriLankan Airlines	PriceFrom ₹ 11,781	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.9 76 reviews	Search SriLankan Airlines flights
IndiGo	PriceFrom ₹ 11,798	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.9 497 reviews	Search IndiGo flights
FitsAir	PriceFrom ₹ 13,251	Free Cancellation	Rating 0.0 0 reviews	Search FitsAir flights

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What is the cheapest month to fly to India?

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What is the cheapest Colombo to India flight route?

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

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.

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

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

Which airlines fly to India?

How often are flights $[0, preposition:'from ']$[0, article:'from ']$[0, place:'from'] $[1, preposition:'to ']$[1, article:'to ']$[1, place:'to'] delayed?

Historically, on average around 13% of flights between $[0, place:'genitive'] and $[1, place:'genitive'] have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 87 minutes.

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Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the morning have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on $[0,article:'genitive ']$[0,place:'genitive'] $[1, preposition:'to ']$[1, article:'to ']$[1, place:'to'] flights?

According to our data, FitsAir have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with no flights being classified as delayed.

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

31 flights are operational daily from Colombo to India as of November 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 14:00, with 44% of flights per day taking off in the afternoon.

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

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

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