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Lowest fare₹11,431IndiGo
Fastest1h 20mgate to gate
Options found71flights on this route
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IndiGo
IndiGo
6E-1173
19:40
2026-10-03
CHENNAI (MAA)IndiaMadras International [Meenambakkam]
1H :20 M
Non Stop
21:00
2026-10-03
Colombo (CMB)Sri LankaBandaranayake
Refundable 70 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 30 KGCabin: 7 KG
IndiGo
IndiGo
6E-1171
01:20
2026-10-03
CHENNAI (MAA)IndiaMadras International [Meenambakkam]
1H :20 M
Non Stop
02:40
2026-10-03
Colombo (CMB)Sri LankaBandaranayake
Refundable 57 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 30 KGCabin: 7 KG
IndiGo
IndiGo
6E-1179
14:55
2026-10-03
CHENNAI (MAA)IndiaMadras International [Meenambakkam]
1H :20 M
Non Stop
16:15
2026-10-03
Colombo (CMB)Sri LankaBandaranayake
Refundable 44 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 30 KGCabin: 7 KG
IndiGo
IndiGo
6E-1175
10:10
2026-10-03
CHENNAI (MAA)IndiaMadras International [Meenambakkam]
1H :20 M
Non Stop
11:30
2026-10-03
Colombo (CMB)Sri LankaBandaranayake
Refundable 36 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 30 KGCabin: 7 KG
Sri Lankan Airlines
Sri Lankan Airlines
UL-122
09:55
2026-10-03
CHENNAI (MAA)IndiaMadras International [Meenambakkam]
1H :25 M
Non Stop
11:20
2026-10-03
Colombo (CMB)Sri LankaBandaranayake
Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 30 KGCabin: 7KG (7 KG X 1 pcs)
Sri Lankan Airlines
Sri Lankan Airlines
UL-128
16:00
2026-10-03
CHENNAI (MAA)IndiaMadras International [Meenambakkam]
1H :25 M
Non Stop
17:25
2026-10-03
Colombo (CMB)Sri LankaBandaranayake
Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 30 KGCabin: 7KG (7 KG X 1 pcs)
Sri Lankan Airlines
Sri Lankan Airlines
UL-124
21:15
2026-10-03
CHENNAI (MAA)IndiaMadras International [Meenambakkam]
1H :25 M
Non Stop
22:40
2026-10-03
Colombo (CMB)Sri LankaBandaranayake
Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 30 KGCabin: 7KG (7 KG X 1 pcs)
IndiGo
IndiGo
6E-6081
07:05
2026-10-03
CHENNAI (MAA)IndiaMadras International [Meenambakkam]
13H :10 M
1 Stop
BLR · 10h 40m Bangalore (BLR), India
20:15
2026-10-03
Colombo (CMB)Sri LankaBandaranayake
Refundable 47 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 30 KGCabin: 7 KG
IndiGo
IndiGo
6E-6815
08:55
2026-10-03
CHENNAI (MAA)IndiaMadras International [Meenambakkam]
11H :20 M
1 Stop
BLR · 8h 40m Bangalore (BLR), India
20:15
2026-10-03
Colombo (CMB)Sri LankaBandaranayake
Refundable 11 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 30 KGCabin: 7 KG
IndiGo
IndiGo
6E-6815
08:55
2026-10-03
CHENNAI (MAA)IndiaMadras International [Meenambakkam]
25H :35 M
1 Stop
BLR · 23h 00m Bangalore (BLR), India
10:30
2026-10-04
Colombo (CMB)Sri LankaBandaranayake
Refundable 11 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 30 KGCabin: 7 KG
IndiGo
IndiGo
6E-6892
10:55
2026-10-03
CHENNAI (MAA)IndiaMadras International [Meenambakkam]
9H :20 M
1 Stop
BLR · 6h 45m Bangalore (BLR), India
20:15
2026-10-03
Colombo (CMB)Sri LankaBandaranayake
Refundable 22 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 30 KGCabin: 7 KG
IndiGo
IndiGo
6E-6892
10:55
2026-10-03
CHENNAI (MAA)IndiaMadras International [Meenambakkam]
23H :35 M
1 Stop
BLR · 21h 05m Bangalore (BLR), India
10:30
2026-10-04
Colombo (CMB)Sri LankaBandaranayake
Refundable 22 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 30 KGCabin: 7 KG
IndiGo
IndiGo
6E-6209
14:35
2026-10-03
CHENNAI (MAA)IndiaMadras International [Meenambakkam]
5H :40 M
1 Stop
BLR · 3h 05m Bangalore (BLR), India
20:15
2026-10-03
Colombo (CMB)Sri LankaBandaranayake
Refundable 59 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 30 KGCabin: 7 KG
IndiGo
IndiGo
6E-6209
14:35
2026-10-03
CHENNAI (MAA)IndiaMadras International [Meenambakkam]
19H :55 M
1 Stop
BLR · 17h 25m Bangalore (BLR), India
10:30
2026-10-04
Colombo (CMB)Sri LankaBandaranayake
Refundable 59 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 30 KGCabin: 7 KG
IndiGo
IndiGo
6E-847
16:15
2026-10-03
CHENNAI (MAA)IndiaMadras International [Meenambakkam]
18H :15 M
1 Stop
BLR · 15h 45m Bangalore (BLR), India
10:30
2026-10-04
Colombo (CMB)Sri LankaBandaranayake
Refundable 11 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 30 KGCabin: 7 KG
IndiGo
IndiGo
6E-365
17:45
2026-10-03
CHENNAI (MAA)IndiaMadras International [Meenambakkam]
16H :45 M
1 Stop
BLR · 14h 20m Bangalore (BLR), India
10:30
2026-10-04
Colombo (CMB)Sri LankaBandaranayake
Refundable 47 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 30 KGCabin: 7 KG
IndiGo
IndiGo
6E-189
19:05
2026-10-03
CHENNAI (MAA)IndiaMadras International [Meenambakkam]
15H :25 M
1 Stop
BLR · 12h 55m Bangalore (BLR), India
10:30
2026-10-04
Colombo (CMB)Sri LankaBandaranayake
Refundable 36 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 30 KGCabin: 7 KG
IndiGo
IndiGo
6E-189
19:05
2026-10-03
CHENNAI (MAA)IndiaMadras International [Meenambakkam]
25H :10 M
1 Stop
BLR · 22h 35m Bangalore (BLR), India
20:15
2026-10-04
Colombo (CMB)Sri LankaBandaranayake
Refundable 36 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 30 KGCabin: 7 KG
IndiGo
IndiGo
6E-796
22:00
2026-10-03
CHENNAI (MAA)IndiaMadras International [Meenambakkam]
12H :30 M
1 Stop
BLR · 10h 05m Bangalore (BLR), India
10:30
2026-10-04
Colombo (CMB)Sri LankaBandaranayake
Refundable 42 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 30 KGCabin: 7 KG
IndiGo
IndiGo
6E-796
22:00
2026-10-03
CHENNAI (MAA)IndiaMadras International [Meenambakkam]
22H :15 M
1 Stop
BLR · 19h 45m Bangalore (BLR), India
20:15
2026-10-04
Colombo (CMB)Sri LankaBandaranayake
Refundable 42 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 30 KGCabin: 7 KG
IndiGo
IndiGo
6E-495
07:10
2026-10-03
CHENNAI (MAA)IndiaMadras International [Meenambakkam]
6H :50 M
1 Stop
HYD · 3h 35m Hyderabad (HYD), India
14:00
2026-10-03
Colombo (CMB)Sri LankaBandaranayake
Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 30 KGCabin: 7 KG
IndiGo
IndiGo
6E-834
09:05
2026-10-03
CHENNAI (MAA)IndiaMadras International [Meenambakkam]
4H :55 M
1 Stop
HYD · 1h 40m Hyderabad (HYD), India
14:00
2026-10-03
Colombo (CMB)Sri LankaBandaranayake
Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 30 KGCabin: 7 KG

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Air India
Air India
AI-2740
16:00
2026-10-03
CHENNAI (MAA)IndiaMadras International [Meenambakkam]
23H :05 M
1 Stop
BOM · 18h 20m Mumbai (BOM), India
15:05
2026-10-04
Colombo (CMB)Sri LankaBandaranayake
Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 30 KGCabin: 7 KG
Air India
Air India
AI-640
17:00
2026-10-03
CHENNAI (MAA)IndiaMadras International [Meenambakkam]
22H :05 M
1 Stop
BOM · 17h 20m Mumbai (BOM), India
15:05
2026-10-04
Colombo (CMB)Sri LankaBandaranayake
Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 30 KGCabin: 7 KG
Air India
Air India
AI-436
21:05
2026-10-03
CHENNAI (MAA)IndiaMadras International [Meenambakkam]
18H :00 M
1 Stop
BOM · 13h 10m Mumbai (BOM), India
15:05
2026-10-04
Colombo (CMB)Sri LankaBandaranayake
Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 30 KGCabin: 7 KG
IndiGo
IndiGo
6E-6925
12:00
2026-10-03
CHENNAI (MAA)IndiaMadras International [Meenambakkam]
26H :00 M
1 Stop
HYD · 22h 45m Hyderabad (HYD), India
14:00
2026-10-04
Colombo (CMB)Sri LankaBandaranayake
Refundable 3 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 30 KGCabin: 7 KG
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Today's Airfare Highlights

Selected flight highlights for 03 Oct 2026.

Lowest fare ₹11,431 IndiGo 19:40
Earliest departure ₹210,761 Cathay Pacific 00:50
Shortest duration ₹11,431 IndiGo 19:40
Night 00:00-05:59 ₹11,982 IndiGo at 01:20
Morning 06:00-11:59 ₹14,424 IndiGo at 10:10
Afternoon 12:00-17:59 ₹11,982 IndiGo at 14:55
Evening 18:00-23:59 ₹11,431 IndiGo at 19:40

Departure & Arrival Airport Details

Chennai (MAA)

Madras International [Meenambakkam]

India

GMT 5.5

Latitude: 12.990005493164062

Longitude: 80.16929626464844

Colombo (CMB)

Bandaranayake

Sri Lanka

GMT 5.5

Latitude: 7.180759906768799

Longitude: 79.88410186767578

Distance: Chennai (MAA), India to Colombo (CMB), Sri Lanka - 646.71 km
Flights shown for 03 Oct 2026. View all flights opens the complete search result.
Route forecast

Weather in Chennai and Colombo

Live forecast for both cities, 14 Sep to 17 Sep.

Departure city

Chennai

Thu, 17 Sep
33°CRain expectedLow 26°
55% humidity 11 km/h wind 0.5 mm rain
  • Mon30° / 27°
  • Tue31° / 26°
  • Wed32° / 26°
Arrival city

Colombo

Thu, 17 Sep
28°CRain expectedLow 24°
81% humidity 19 km/h wind 5.5 mm rain
  • Mon27° / 25°
  • Tue29° / 25°
  • Wed26° / 24°

Forecast data from MET Norway, CC BY 4.0.

Smart travel dates

Holidays and peak dates for Colombo

Fares and hotel rates usually run higher around these dates. Booking earlier — or shifting a day or two — often costs less.

Busiest periods: West-coast dry season (01 Dec – 31 Mar).

Fixed-date national holidays. Festivals that follow the lunar calendar shift each year and are not listed here — check the exact date for your travel year.

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How to travel Chennai to Colombo

Every option we can actually book for you, compared on price and journey time.

OptionFromJourney timeAvailability
Non-stop flight Fastest₹11,4311h 20m7 flights today
Connecting flight₹15,216Longer — includes a stop64 options

Air distance is about 647 km. FlyX does not currently sell a bus on this pair. 8 airlines operate this route.

Road distance and coach duration are approximate estimates from the air distance, not a timetable.

Airlines flying from Chennai to Colombo

Compare fares, stops, baggage and refundability across the airlines flying this route.

IndiGo Flights

from ₹11,43124 flights
Fares from
₹11,431
Non-stop
4 in these results
Departures
24 — compare timings in the list above

Air India Flights

from ₹18,87519 flights
Fares from
₹18,875
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
19 — compare timings in the list above

Etihad Airways Flights

from ₹244,24111 flights
Fares from
₹244,241
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
11 — compare timings in the list above

Malaysia Airlines Flights

from ₹83,6088 flights
Fares from
₹83,608
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
8 — compare timings in the list above

Singapore Airlines Flights

from ₹177,2524 flights
Fares from
₹177,252
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
4 — compare timings in the list above

Route Overview & Flight Facts

Fastest flight duration1h 20m · IndiGo
First departure of the day00:50 · Cathay Pacific
Last departure of the day23:55 · Malaysia Airlines
Options in this snapshot71
Direct / non-stop options7
Airport codesChennai–MAA, Colombo–CMB

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Flight Schedule, Timings & Airfare Insights

Daily Flight Schedule & Travel Duration

Around 71 flights appear in the dated route snapshot, including 7 non-stop options. Departures run through the day — the first flight leaves around 00:50 and the last around 23:55. The fastest flight takes about 1h 20m.

Morning vs Evening Departure Fares

Lowest fare by departure window: Evening from ₹11,431, Night from ₹11,982, Afternoon from ₹11,982, Morning from ₹14,424. These observations do not predict the cheapest departure window on other dates.

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Destination & City Travel Guide

About Chennai

Chennai is South India's coastal metropolis — temples, Marina Beach, classical music and a major auto/IT hub.

Best time to visit Chennai

November to February (20-30°C)

Places to visit in Chennai

Marina BeachKapaleeshwarar TempleFort St. GeorgeSan Thome BasilicaMahabalipuram (day trip)

Travelling in and around Chennai

Chennai Metro links the airport to the city; suburban trains, buses and app cabs cover the rest.

Chennai airport information

Chennai International Airport (MAA). ~16 km southwest of the centre at Meenambakkam, with direct metro access from both terminals.

About Colombo

Colombo is one of the finest cities in Sri Lanka. Being the largest city in the terms of population, Colombo is also the commercial and financial heart of the country. The warm hospitality and deep rooted culture will surely grab your attention and offer you a pleasant stay here. The natural surroundings, fascinating beaches and long standing palm trees add a touch of excitement in your life while moving in and around the city with your loved ones. Colombo is also a tourist hub of the country as it has a number of attractions which not only attract travelers of neighboring countries but also from different corner of the world. Here, you will find vast historical past which makes it a multi-ethnic as well as multi-cultural city. The scenic charm of this magnificent metropolis will offer peace to the mind and pleasure to the heart. The Fort, Pettah, Galle Face Green, Slave Island, Mount Lavinia, Kelaniya Raja Maha Vihara, Dehiwala Zoo, National Museum, The Viharamahadevi Park, Wolvendaal Church, and Hindu Temples are some of the best places of this city where you can enjoy a fabulous time. All these attractions will give you an excellent blend of its present and past. Don't forget to have an evening walk with your beloved at Beach Waadiya. It will be an amazing to see the sunset evening at this beach. The sea cuisines give you a lip smacking taste. The beach side resorts and Colombo's hotels are quite famous for their ultra modern amenities.

Read more about Colombo

Tourists love to visit this part of the country during the tome of winter as the summers are quite hot and humid. From the months of October to January, the climate remains pleasant. The best thing about this alluring and tempting city is that it is well connected to all the major parts of the world. All the leading airlines land their flights here.

flyx.in, a leading online travel portal of India, offers you some of the best deals on your Colombo tour packages. To book your Colombo flights or hotels, you just need to follow few steps on this portal. It is quite easy to book your entire package here.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is it worth booking Chennai to Colombo flights in advance?

There is no guaranteed cheapest booking window. Compare your planned dates early, check nearby dates and consider baggage, connection time and change conditions as well as price. Across the dates currently loaded for Chennai to Colombo, Saturday shows the lowest fare at ₹11,431. That is an observed snapshot for these dates, not a rule that holds every week.

How far is Chennai from Colombo by air?

The direct air distance between Chennai (MAA) and Colombo (CMB) is about 647 km. Actual flight time varies with the routing the airline files and with winds on the day.

Are there non-stop flights from MAA to CMB?

Yes. 7 non-stop flights are showing on Chennai to Colombo for the dates currently loaded. Use the Stops filter to see only those.

Which airlines fly Chennai to Colombo?

IndiGo, Air India, Etihad Airways, Malaysia Airlines and 1 other are showing on this route for the dates currently loaded. Fares, baggage allowance and refund rules differ by airline and by fare type, so compare the fare conditions and not only the headline price.

How long is the flight from Chennai to Colombo?

The quickest non-stop Chennai to Colombo flight currently loaded takes about 1h 20m. Across the non-stop options showing, block time ranges from 1h 20m to 1h 25m. Journeys with a stop take longer, since the total includes the layover.

What is the baggage allowance on Chennai to Colombo flights?

Allowance is set by the airline and the fare you pick, not by the route. Fares showing right now include 30 KG, 1 Pieces and 35 KG. Cabin baggage is counted separately, and the exact allowance for the fare you choose is shown in the fare conditions before payment.

What is the cheapest Chennai to Colombo flight fare?

The lowest fare showing on Chennai to Colombo for the dates currently loaded is ₹11,431. Fares on the same dates run up to ₹244,241, depending on airline, timing and fare type. Airline pricing moves continuously, so treat this as a dated observation rather than a fixed price.

What time do Chennai to Colombo flights depart?

For the dates currently loaded the first departure is around 00:50 and the last is around 23:55, local time at Chennai. Use the departure-time filter on the results above to narrow to a morning, afternoon or evening slot.

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Sri Lanka travel guide for Indian travellers

Planning more than the flight? Our Sri Lanka guide covers the visa process for Indian passport holders, best time to go, how long to plan for, and which places are worth the days you have. Short-haul beaches, culture and hill country.

Read the Sri Lanka travel guide

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Approx route distance: 646.71 km.

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Lowest Chennai to Colombo airfare today, in 30 days and in 90 days

Cheapest Fare Fare Date Airline Departure
Lowest Airfare Today ₹11,431 03/10/2026 IndiGo 19:40
Cheapest Airfare Within 30 Days ₹11,202 12/10/2026 IndiGo 19:40
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Planning to fly from Chennai to Colombo? FlyX lets you compare flight rates, airline timings, layovers, and baggage allowances all in one simple list. From quick non-stop routes to flexible connecting options, finding and booking cheap air tickets has never been easier.

Chennai to Colombo Flight Distance, Duration and Time

The aerial distance between Chennai and Colombo is approximately 647 KM. The flight duration ranges from 1H :20 M up to 30H :20 M depending on whether you book a non-stop flight or a connecting schedule with layovers.

Chennai to Colombo Flight Schedule and Timing

Around 71 flights operate on this route, providing plenty of choices for your travel window. The earliest morning flight departs from Chennai at 00:50, while the last night flight leaves at 23:55. Flights depart from Madras International [Meenambakkam] and land at Bandaranayake.

Flight Route Details & Analysis

Flight Details Information
Route Chennai to Colombo
Aerial Distance 647 KM
Flight Duration 1H :20 M - 30H :20 M
Airport Codes Chennai - MAA, Colombo - CMB
Total Flights Available 71 flights (7 direct)
First Flight Departure Departs at 00:50
Last Flight Departure Departs at 23:55
Early Morning Flights (12 AM - 8 AM) 12 direct/indirect flights
Morning Flights (8 AM - 12 PM) 21 direct/indirect flights
Afternoon Flights (12 PM - 4 PM) 6 direct/indirect flights
Evening Flights (4 PM - 8 PM) 12 direct/indirect flights
Night Flights (8 PM - 12 AM) 20 direct/indirect flights

Airport Information & Terminals

MAA: Madras airport. Madras airport planning should be based on the actual terminal, traffic pattern and the first stop after landing. For Indian domestic routes, keep extra time around festivals, long weekends, wedding dates and early morning airport entry.

CMB: Colombo airport. Airport access in Colombo depends on arrival time, terminal, hotel location and local traffic. Confirm the airport name on the ticket, then choose between official taxi, app cab, airport bus, rail or hotel transfer based on luggage and time of day.