Cheap flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai from £97
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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport and Chennai?
What is the cheapest month to fly to Chennai?
The month of May is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chennai from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, with most prices found around £109. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of May, then book flights to Chennai from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport during October instead. Flights to Chennai in October, while not as cheap as those in May, still average around £111.
What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chennai?
The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chennai is on a Friday when prices can be found for as low as £116. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Sunday because tickets tend to average around £134. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Chennai.
What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Chennai?
Flying to Chennai from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in the afternoon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as £117 when looking at flights departing in the afternoon. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chennai is in the evening when prices are around £161.
What is the cheapest Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Chennai flight route?
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How far in advance should I book a flight to Chennai?
You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chennai from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport when booking 4 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chennai for around £117 when searching 4 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chennai from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport for as low as £113 on momondo.
What cabin class options are available on Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Chennai flights?
There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Colombo Bandaranaike Intl 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 Bandaranaike Intl to Chennai?
Singapore Airlines and Etihad Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Chennai
Which airlines fly to Chennai?
Air India, IndiGo and SriLankan Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chennai from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport according to our data. Air India is the first choice among our users, with 35% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling 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.
How many flights depart from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai on average per day?
8 flights are operational daily from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai as of June 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 17:00, with 49% of flights per day taking off in the afternoon.
How many flights depart from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai on average per week?
As of June 2025, there are 57 flights per week flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai. The most common day of the week flights depart is Wed, with 18% of flights taking off on this day.
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How far is Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Chennai by plane?
There are 408.7 mi between Colombo Bandaranaike Intl and Chennai. 1h 20m is a normal flight duration for this route.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai Airport?
Prices for flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai Airport?
As of June 2025, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai Airport?
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 Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chennai Airport?
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.
What is the most popular plane model from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai is Airbus A320-100/200, representing 28.12% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Airbus A321-100/200 at 19.86%, Airbus A321neo at 16.48%, and Airbus A330-300 at 13.90%.
What is the most popular airline from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai is Air India (35% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are IndiGo (26%), SriLankan Airlines (20%), and FitsAir (19%).
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Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai with momondo
| Airline | Rating | Free Cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom £97 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.8 477 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom £103 | Free Cancellation | Rating 5.5 2,914 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom £103 | Free Cancellation | Rating 0.0 0 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom £126 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.8 74 reviews |
IndiGo Flights From Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai
Across 21 IndiGo flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai this week, the average price was £154, with the best IndiGo deals starting from £132 round-trip. 477 users have rated IndiGo on momondo, with an average score of 6.8/10.
SriLankan Airlines Flights From Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai
The best SriLankan Airlines deal for Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Chennai flight tickets found on momondo in the last 72 hours was £171, round-trip. It should be noted that an average SriLankan Airlines flight deal for this route in this time was higher, at £179 round-trip. SriLankan Airlines operates 13 flights out of Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport into Chennai in an average week, so prices vary by time and availability. 74 SriLankan Airlines reviews by users on momondo have scored the airline at 6.8/10.
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