How long is the flight from India to Sri Lanka?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in India you fly out of and what airport in Sri Lanka you fly into. For example, flying from New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl takes 3h 25m on average. On the other hand, flying from Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl takes 2h 30m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo to see if there are any available for your route.

₹ 9,020 Cheap Flights to Sri Lanka in 2026

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SriLankan Airlines

31 May

MAA

1h 25m

CMB

7 Jun

CMB

1h 25m

MAA

₹ 19,343

SriLankan Airlines

17 May

MAA

1h 25m

CMB

24 May

CMB

1h 25m

MAA

₹ 19,436

SriLankan Airlines

17 May

MAA

1h 25m

CMB

24 May

CMB

1h 25m

MAA

₹ 19,529

SriLankan Airlines

5 May

MAA

1h 25m

CMB

17 May

CMB

1h 25m

MAA

₹ 19,622

SriLankan Airlines

12 May

MAA

1h 25m

CMB

15 May

CMB

1h 25m

MAA

₹ 19,715

SriLankan Airlines

2 May

MAA

1h 25m

CMB

13 May

CMB

1h 25m

MAA

₹ 19,808

SriLankan Airlines

7 May

MAA

1h 25m

CMB

11 May

CMB

1h 25m

MAA

₹ 19,901

SriLankan Airlines

8 May

MAA

1h 25m

CMB

16 May

CMB

1h 25m

MAA

₹ 19,994

SriLankan Airlines

8 May

MAA

1h 25m

CMB

11 May

CMB

1h 25m

MAA

₹ 20,087

SriLankan Airlines

8 May

MAA

1h 25m

CMB

11 May

CMB

1h 25m

MAA

₹ 20,180

SriLankan Airlines

3 May

MAA

1h 25m

CMB

6 May

CMB

1h 25m

MAA

₹ 20,273

SriLankan Airlines

5 May

MAA

1h 25m

CMB

23 May

CMB

1h 25m

MAA

₹ 20,366

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09:55 - 11:20

MAA

CMB

1h 25mdirect

18:45 - 20:10

CMB

MAA

1h 25mdirect

₹ 19,343SriLankan Airlines

Sun, 31 May - Sun, 7 Jun

09:55 - 11:20

MAA

CMB

1h 25mdirect

07:25 - 08:50

CMB

MAA

1h 25mdirect

₹ 19,436SriLankan Airlines

Sun, 17 May - Sun, 24 May

15:55 - 17:20

MAA

CMB

1h 25mdirect

07:25 - 08:50

CMB

MAA

1h 25mdirect

₹ 19,529SriLankan Airlines

Sun, 17 May - Sun, 24 May

09:55 - 11:20

MAA

CMB

1h 25mdirect

07:25 - 08:50

CMB

MAA

1h 25mdirect

₹ 19,622SriLankan Airlines

Tue, 5 May - Sun, 17 May

16:00 - 17:25

MAA

CMB

1h 25mdirect

07:25 - 08:50

CMB

MAA

1h 25mdirect

₹ 19,715SriLankan Airlines

Tue, 12 May - Fri, 15 May

18:45 - 20:15

BLR

CMB

1h 30mdirect

07:35 - 09:00

CMB

BLR

1h 25mdirect

₹ 23,062Multiple Airlines

Fri, 15 May - Fri, 22 May

18:45 - 20:15

BLR

CMB

1h 30mdirect

11:30 - 13:05

CMB

BLR

1h 35mdirect

₹ 23,527IndiGo

Fri, 8 May - Mon, 11 May

06:10 - 08:45

BOM

CMB

2h 35mdirect

22:00 - 00:50

CMB

BOM

2h 50mdirect

₹ 23,527IndiGo

Thu, 4 Jun - Wed, 10 Jun

06:10 - 08:45

BOM

CMB

2h 35mdirect

22:00 - 00:50

CMB

BOM

2h 50mdirect

₹ 23,806IndiGo

Thu, 3 Sep - Thu, 10 Sep

12:00 - 14:00

HYD

CMB

2h 00mdirect

15:00 - 17:00

CMB

HYD

2h 00mdirect

₹ 23,899IndiGo

Mon, 18 May - Mon, 25 May

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ChennaiColombo

MAA - CMB

MAACMB

Chennai

Sun 31/5

09:55-11:20

Nonstop1h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 7/6

18:45-20:10

Nonstop1h 25m

₹ 19,343

ChennaiColombo

MAA - CMB

MAACMB

Chennai

Sun 17/5

09:55-11:20

Nonstop1h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 24/5

07:25-08:50

Nonstop1h 25m

₹ 19,436

ChennaiColombo

MAA - CMB

MAACMB

Chennai

Sun 17/5

15:55-17:20

Nonstop1h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 24/5

07:25-08:50

Nonstop1h 25m

₹ 19,529

ChennaiColombo

MAA - CMB

MAACMB

Chennai

Tue 5/5

09:55-11:20

Nonstop1h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 17/5

07:25-08:50

Nonstop1h 25m

₹ 19,622

ChennaiColombo

MAA - CMB

MAACMB

Chennai

Tue 12/5

16:00-17:25

Nonstop1h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 15/5

07:25-08:50

Nonstop1h 25m

₹ 19,715

BengaluruColombo

BLR - CMB

BLRCMB

Bengaluru Intl

Fri 15/5

18:45-20:15

Nonstop1h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 22/5

07:35-09:00

Nonstop1h 25m

₹ 23,062

BengaluruColombo

BLR - CMB

BLRCMB

Bengaluru Intl

Fri 8/5

18:45-20:15

Nonstop1h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 11/5

11:30-13:05

Nonstop1h 35m

₹ 23,527

MumbaiColombo

BOM - CMB

BOMCMB

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Thu 4/6

06:10-08:45

Nonstop2h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 10/6

22:00-00:50

Nonstop2h 50m

₹ 23,527

MumbaiColombo

BOM - CMB

BOMCMB

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Thu 3/9

06:10-08:45

Nonstop2h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 10/9

22:00-00:50

Nonstop2h 50m

₹ 23,806

HyderabadColombo

HYD - CMB

HYDCMB

Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl

Mon 18/5

12:00-14:00

Nonstop2h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 25/5

15:00-17:00

Nonstop2h 00m

₹ 23,899

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Sri Lanka flights insights and trends

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What is the cheapest flight to Sri Lanka?

If you are looking to fly to Sri Lanka for less, look to airlines like IndiGo, Etihad Airways, and Air India, with prices starting at ₹ 10,669, ₹ 11,236, and ₹ 11,753 respectively.

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Summary info about Sri Lanka flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	₹ 9,020
Best Round-Trip Price	₹ 19,343
Fastest flight time	0h 55m
Popular in	December

The best one-way flight price to Sri Lanka from India in the last 72 hours is ₹ 9,020 (Chennai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl).

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The best round-trip flight price to Sri Lanka from India in the last 72 hours is ₹ 19,343 (Chennai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl).

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The fastest flight to Sri Lanka from India takes 0h 55m (Madurai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl).

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December has the highest demand for flights to Sri Lanka, with a 2% price increase on average.

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Frequently asked questions about flying to Sri Lanka

What is the best airport to land at to visit Colombo World Trade Center?

Flying into Colombo Diyawanna Oya Seaplane Base Airport is typically the best way to visit Colombo World Trade Center, since it is the closest airport to the area.

Which airlines fly to Sri Lanka?

There are 3 airlines that fly to Sri Lanka on a routine basis, but IndiGo, SriLankan Airlines and Air India happen to be the most popular among our users. In the past year, 47% of those who searched for flights to Sri Lanka looked to travel with IndiGo, making this airline the top choice among momondo travellers.

What is the most popular airport in Sri Lanka to fly to?

The most popular airport in Sri Lanka to fly to is Colombo Bandaranaike Intl, based on our data. In the past 12 months, 98% of all momondo users who travelled to Sri Lanka chose to fly into Colombo Bandaranaike Intl airport, which is located in the city of Colombo.

How much are flights to Sri Lanka?

You can expect to spend an average of ₹ 34,755 for a flight to Sri Lanka. However, our users found flights to Sri Lanka for ₹ 7,150, which is the cheapest price we’ve seen in the past week. ₹ 251,693 per ticket tends to be the most expensive a flight to Sri Lanka will get, whereas anything for ₹ 28,430 or less is considered a good deal.

What is the best day of the week to fly to Sri Lanka?

Consider booking a flight to Sri Lanka on a Tuesday, which is the cheapest day of the week. You will also find that flying out on a Sunday is another low-cost option. Try to avoid booking your flight to Sri Lanka on Friday, which tends to be the most expensive day of the week.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Sri Lanka?

Prices for flights to Sri Lanka were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Sri Lanka?

The number of operators available for flights to Sri Lanka is 11 as of April 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly to Sri Lanka?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel to Sri Lanka.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Sri Lanka?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Sri Lanka 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 Sri Lanka. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Sri Lanka?

It is quick and easy to find flights to Sri Lanka on momondo. We search and return numerous flight options from various airlines and agents. You can then use our filters to narrow your search until you have found the most convenient flight to Sri Lanka that suits you.

Can I find flights to Sri Lanka with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. All flights to Sri Lanka on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

How can momondo help me find flights to Sri Lanka?

momondo offers useful filters to help you find the right flight. Choose specific flight times, airports or even what payment method you prefer. We have numerous options to help you book your ideal flight to Sri Lanka.

I’m not ready to book a flight to Sri Lanka right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

Yes. momondo can track flight prices for Sri Lanka and alert you when they change. Perform a search to set up the price alert. All that is required is a valid email address.