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  1. Flights
  2. Sri Lanka
  3. Colombo
  4. Chennai - Colombo

Book cheap flights from Chennai to Colombo from 94 $

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Fri, 22 May - Tue, 26 May
Srilankan Airlines
Srilankan AirlinesDirect
MAA - CMB
Srilankan Airlines
Srilankan AirlinesDirect
CMB - MAA
283$
266$
Prime price per passenger
Fri, 8 May - Wed, 13 May
IndiGo
IndiGoDirect
MAA - CMB
IndiGo
IndiGoDirect
CMB - MAA
288$
267$
Prime price per passenger
Sat, 30 May - Fri, 5 Jun
Srilankan Airlines
Srilankan AirlinesDirect
MAA - CMB
Srilankan Airlines
Srilankan AirlinesDirect
CMB - MAA
286$
268$
Prime price per passenger
Sun, 12 Apr - Tue, 14 Apr
Srilankan Airlines
Srilankan AirlinesDirect
MAA - CMB
Srilankan Airlines
Srilankan AirlinesDirect
CMB - MAA
286$
269$
Prime price per passenger
Wed, 17 Jun - Sun, 21 Jun
Srilankan Airlines
Srilankan AirlinesDirect
MAA - CMB
Srilankan Airlines
Srilankan AirlinesDirect
CMB - MAA
299$
274$
Prime price per passenger
Thu, 30 Apr - Sun, 3 May
Srilankan Airlines
Srilankan AirlinesDirect
MAA - CMB
Srilankan Airlines
Srilankan AirlinesDirect
CMB - MAA
296$
276$
Prime price per passenger
Wed, 29 Apr
IndiGo
IndiGoDirect
MAA - CMB
-12 %
107$
94$
Prime price per passenger
Thu, 28 May
IndiGo
IndiGoDirect
MAA - CMB
104$
94$
Prime price per passenger
Wed, 22 Apr
IndiGo
IndiGoDirect
MAA - CMB
-12 %
113$
99$
Prime price per passenger
Mon, 22 Jun
IndiGo
IndiGoDirect
MAA - CMB
-12 %
112$
99$
Prime price per passenger
The prices shown on this page were available within the last 20 days for the specified periods and should not be considered the final price offered. Please note that availability and prices are subject to change.

Cheapest time to fly from Chennai to Colombo

If you’re planning to fly this route soon, keep in mind that the lowest fares are usually available in the middle of June. Take advantage of this period to save on your flight tickets and make the most of your trip. Please note that prices may change after your search.
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Currency and cost comparison

TrainLocal, one-way ticket
49%Trains in Colombo are 49% cheaper than in Chennai.
Chennai$0.41
Colombo$0.21
MealMid-priced restaurant
190%The average meal is 190% more expensive in Colombo than in Chennai.
Chennai$2.03
Colombo$5.89
TaxiStandard daytime start rate
73%A taxi fare in Colombo is 73% cheaper than in Chennai.
Chennai$1.96
Colombo$0.53
CoffeeRegular cappuccino
50%Coffee is 50% more expensive in Colombo than in Chennai.
Chennai$2.31
Colombo$3.40
Exchange rate
1 SGD = 246.23 LKR
1 LKR = 0.01 SGD
Last checked on Fri, 27/03
Distance: 687 kms
Chennai airports
Chennai International Airport (MAA)How far from city centre: 16 kms
Colombo airports
Katunayake International (CMB)How far from city centre: 27 kms

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Are you ready to fly with eDreams? Check the last minute airfares or book the lowest route price departing from Chennai to Colombo. Stop spending a lot of money to the flight ticket and start enjoying your holiday. No worries, we got your back! eDreams is on your side for a hassle-free and convenient booking experience. You have the privilege to reach the top airline carriers and the cheapest prices. When do you want to depart from Chennai? Adjust your travel dates now and explore the dozens of options to Colombo at great prices. Choose a well-suited flight to Colombo amongst the large selection of options, as everything you are looking for is what eDreams offer. You can even book a hotel and rent a car for the perfect vacation mix. It is much easier to book a flight and hotel together, even cheaper! Go ahead; select the best offer from Colombo to Chennai and you're done! Enjoy your holiday, but first, fasten your seatbelt. We are flying!

Frequently asked questions about flights from Chennai to Colombo

Is it safe to travel from Chennai to Colombo during the Covid-19 situation?
At eDreams we do our best to ensure that your travel plans won't be affected by restrictions or possible cancellations that Sri Lanka may apply. Using the flexible ticket gurantee you can decide if you rather rebook or get a refund!
On average, how much is the price of a flight from Chennai to Colombo?
When you fly from Chennai to Colombo the average price is $204. However, this price depends on many other factors such as seasonality or how far in advance the route has been booked.
For flights from Chennai to Colombo, how can I find the cheapest price?
The cheapest price for a flight from Chennai to Colombo is 94$. At eDreams we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.
Is Colombo more expensive than Chennai to visit?
Looking at cab fares, a ride in Colombo costs an average of 0.53 SGD , 73% cheaper than Chennai, with a fare of 1.96 SGD,
while train tickets cost 49% less at Colombo: $ 0.21 SGD versus $ 0.41 SGD at Chennai.
If you compare the price of a lunch meal, however, you can find it from 5.89 SGD in Colombo, 190% more than the 2.03 SGD in Chennai.
The price of the coffee is around 47% more expensive in Colombo, with an average of 3.40 SGD , while in Chennai the coffee costs 2.31 SGD.
How long does the flight from Chennai to Colombo take?
Flight length from Chennai to Colombo is around 1 h and 20 m on average, at an average distance of 686.5 km, for flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
How is the weather in Colombo compared to Chennai?
While in Chennai the temperatures can reach an average of 31.85 ºC in summer, Colombo's temperatures can go up to 27.6 ºC during the hot season. In winter, however, weather indicators show around 26.68 ºC in Colombo, compared to the 25.07 ºC average degrees reported in Chennai.

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