Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Colombo and Chennai?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $156 to $200. The lowest price recently found on this route was $149.

Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

As of November 2025, there are 41 flights per week flying from Colombo to Chennai. The most common day of the week flights depart is Tue, with 17% of flights taking off on this day.

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

In the afternoon is the cheapest time of day to fly from Colombo to Chennai when you can find flight prices for as low as $153. Flying to Chennai in the afternoon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chennai is in the morning when prices are around $174.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

IndiGo is the most popular carrier operating from Colombo to Chennai

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

The number of flights available between Colombo and Chennai is 5 per day as of November 2025. The most frequent departure time is 3:00AM, with 50% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

Question 5

What is the cheapest Colombo to Chennai flight route?

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Fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Chennai for the best Colombo - Chennai flight prices

Question 6

What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Colombo and Chennai?

Accepted Answer

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.Typical prices usually range from $156 to $200.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $149.

Question 7

What airlines fly to Chennai?

Accepted Answer

IndiGo, SriLankan Airlines and Air India are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chennai from Colombo according to our data. IndiGo is the first choice among our users, with 54% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Chennai. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Chennai on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Question 8

How often are flights from Colombo to Chennai delayed?

Accepted Answer

Historically, on average around 13% of flights between Colombo and Chennai have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 87 minutes.

Question 9

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Colombo to Chennai flights?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chennai from Colombo when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chennai for around $155 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chennai from Colombo for as low as $147 on momondo.

Question 11

What is the most punctual flight time for Colombo to Chennai flights?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 12

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 13

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Accepted Answer

Monday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Tuesday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Question 14

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chennai?

Accepted Answer

In general, June is the cheapest month to fly from Colombo to Chennai. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $137. If you’re not able to fly to Chennai in June, then July is your next best option. Flight prices from Colombo to Chennai during July average around $137.

Question 15

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

Accepted Answer

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chennai is on a Thursday when prices can be found for as low as $151. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Flights from Colombo to Chennai on a Sunday will generally be more expensive and average around $185. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

Question 16

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

Accepted Answer

Prices for flights from Colombo to Chennai Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

Question 17

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

Accepted Answer

As of November 2025, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Colombo to Chennai Airport.

Question 18

How old do you have to be to fly from Colombo to Chennai Airport?

Accepted Answer

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 from Colombo to Chennai Airport.

Question 19

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chennai Airport?

Accepted Answer

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

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Colombo and Chennai?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chennai?

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

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

What is the cheapest Colombo to Chennai flight route?

Fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Chennai for the best Colombo - Chennai flight prices

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

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

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Colombo to Chennai 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 Chennai?

IndiGo is the most popular carrier operating from Colombo to Chennai

What airlines fly to Chennai?

How often are flights from Colombo to Chennai delayed?

Historically, on average around 13% of flights between Colombo and Chennai have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 87 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Colombo to Chennai flights?

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

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Monday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Tuesday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Colombo to Chennai flights?

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

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

The number of flights available between Colombo and Chennai is 5 per day as of November 2025. The most frequent departure time is 3:00AM, with 50% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

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

As of November 2025, there are 41 flights per week flying from Colombo to Chennai. The most common day of the week flights depart is Tue, with 17% of flights taking off on this day.

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