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CMBMAAFri, 30 Oct
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Lowest fareLKR44,606IndiGo
Fastest1h 20mgate to gate
Options found79flights on this route
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Night
00:00-05:59
LKR 44,606IndiGo at 03:00Morning
06:00-11:59
LKR 44,606IndiGo at 09:10Afternoon
12:00-17:59
LKR 44,606IndiGo at 17:15Evening
18:00-23:59
LKR 49,231Sri Lankan Airlines at 18:35
Departure & Arrival Airport Details
Colombo (CMB)
Bandaranayake
Sri Lanka
GMT 5.5
Latitude: 7.180759906768799
Longitude: 79.88410186767578
Chennai (MAA)
Madras International [Meenambakkam]
India
GMT 5.5
Latitude: 12.990005493164062
Longitude: 80.16929626464844
Distance: Colombo (CMB), Sri Lanka to Chennai (MAA), India - 646.71 km
Flights shown for 30 Oct 2026. View all flights opens the complete search result.
Fares and hotel rates usually run higher around these dates. Booking earlier or moving your trip by a day or two often costs less.
Busiest periods: Summer school holidays (15 Apr – 15 Jun), Festive season (01 Oct – 30 Nov), Winter break and New Year (20 Dec – 05 Jan).
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How to travel Colombo to Chennai
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OptionFromJourney timeAvailabilityAction
Non-stop flight Fastest₹13,0101h 20m7 flights
Connecting flight₹17,523Longer, includes a stop72 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 Colombo to Chennai
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IN
IndiGo Flights
from LKR 44,60631 flights
Fares from
LKR 44,606
Non-stop
4 in these results
Departures
31 in the list above
AI
Air India Flights
from LKR 69,66925 flights
Fares from
LKR 69,669
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
25 in the list above
ET
Etihad Airways Flights
from LKR 515,55812 flights
Fares from
LKR 515,558
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
12 in the list above
SR
Sri Lankan Airlines Flights
from LKR 49,2313 flights
Fares from
LKR 49,231
Non-stop
3 in these results
Departures
3 in the list above
MA
Malaysia Airlines Flights
from LKR 326,3663 flights
Fares from
LKR 326,366
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
3 in the list above
Route Overview & Flight Facts
Fastest flight duration
1h 20m · Sri Lankan Airlines
First departure of the day
00:40 · Malaysia Airlines
Last departure of the day
21:50 · IndiGo
Flight options found
79
Direct / non-stop options
7
Airport codes
Colombo–CMB, Chennai–MAA
Fares and timings are indicative. The exact price is confirmed with the airline when you search.
Flight Schedule, Timings & Airfare Insights
Daily Flight Schedule & Travel Duration
The search for Fri, 30 Oct found 79 flight options, 7 of them non-stop. The first flight leaves around 00:40 and the last around 21:50. The fastest flight takes about 1h 20m.
Morning vs Evening Departure Fares
Lowest fare by departure window: Night from LKR 44,606, Morning from LKR 44,606, Afternoon from LKR 44,606, Evening from LKR 49,231. These observations do not predict the cheapest departure window on other dates.
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Destination & City Travel Guide
About Colombo
Colombo is often the first Sri Lankan stop after landing at Bandaranaike International Airport near Katunayake. Pettah’s market streets, the Gangaramaya temple and Galle Face Green show different parts of the city within a compact area, although road traffic changes the pace. The National Museum adds an indoor visit, and Colombo Fort remains an important transport point. Indian travellers can spend a day here before taking a train south or beginning a wider island route.
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Tips for travellers from India
Fort is the practical choice when a rail departure forms part of a short stay; Galle Face instead puts the seafront within easy reach. Cinnamon Gardens suits the National Museum and Independence Square. Bandaranaike Airport is at Katunayake, outside Colombo, so an airport hotel and a central city hotel serve different purposes. A late arrival followed by an early flight may favour the airport area, whereas a day of sightseeing needs the road transfer into Colombo itself.
Pettah and Fort fit together as a market-and-architecture walk, while Gangaramaya and the nearby lake area belong to another circuit. The National Museum is a collection visit rather than a brief stop on the way to a train, so pair it with Cinnamon Gardens. Galle Face Green is a flexible evening endpoint after those indoor sights. City of Dreams Sri Lanka opened in August 2025, adding hotel, dining and entertainment facilities to the central waterfront area; it is separate from the older museum district. For onward rail travel, identify Colombo Fort station on the ticket rather than treating every Colombo station as interchangeable. Pettah’s commercial lanes can be awkward with wheeled luggage, making Fort accommodation useful when combining a market visit with an onward train.
Best time to visit Colombo
December to March, around 23–32°C, with comparatively drier west-coast weather.
Places to visit in Colombo
Galle Face GreenPettah MarketGangaramaya TempleNational Museum of ColomboIndependence SquareColombo Fort
How to reach Colombo
By Air: Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is about 32 km north of Colombo; allow roughly 45–75 minutes by road. Airport bus 187, taxis and hired cars connect with the city.
By Rail: Colombo Fort is the main rail hub for routes towards Kandy, Galle and other destinations.
By Road: Airport bus 187 uses the Colombo-Katunayake Expressway; long-distance buses leave from city terminals.
What to do in Colombo
Walk the Galle Face Green seafront.
Explore market lanes in Pettah.
Visit Gangaramaya Temple near Beira Lake.
See Sri Lankan collections at the National Museum of Colombo.
Colombo airport information
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB).
About Madras
Chennai, called Madras until 1996, is one of India's largest metropolitan areas, with car plants along the Sriperumbudur and Oragadam belt, a busy container port and a large share of the country's medical travel. Its December music and dance season is the biggest event in the Carnatic calendar. Visitors use the city as the gateway to the Shore Temple at Mahabalipuram, the silk and temple town of Kanchipuram and the former French enclave of Puducherry along the East Coast Road.
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Tips for travellers
For a short trip, Egmore, Nungambakkam and T. Nagar are central and well served by the metro, while Mylapore and Besant Nagar put you close to the older temples and the beach. Chennai Metro's Blue Line runs from the airport through the city to Chennai Central, and the Green Line links Chennai Central with St. Thomas Mount via Koyambedu. South India's first air-conditioned suburban train started on the Beach to Chengalpattu line in April 2025, and the older suburban trains and MTC buses are inexpensive but crowded at peak hours. App cabs and auto-rickshaws fill the gaps.
The weather is kindest from November to February. The north-east monsoon brings most of Chennai's rain in October and November, and cyclones in those months can disrupt flights and flood roads. The Margazhi music and dance season runs through December into January, with concerts at sabhas across Mylapore and T. Nagar, and Pongal in mid-January closes many offices for several days. At the Kapaleeshwarar Temple and other Hindu temples, remove footwear and dress modestly with shoulders and knees covered. Marina Beach is for walking rather than swimming, as the currents are strong. For Mahabalipuram, leave early to see the Shore Temple before the midday heat, and combine it with the Pancha Rathas and Arjuna's Penance nearby.
Best time to visit Madras
November to February, with days of about 24-30°C and lower humidity. October and November bring the north-east monsoon rains.
Places to visit in Madras
Marina BeachKapaleeshwarar TempleFort St. GeorgeGovernment Museum, EgmoreSan Thome Cathedral BasilicaGuindy National ParkElliot's Beach, Besant Nagar
How to reach Madras
By Air: Chennai International Airport (MAA) is at Tirusulam, about 21 km south-west of the city centre; allow 45-75 minutes by road. The Blue Line metro stops at the airport, Tirusulam suburban station is linked to the terminals, and MTC buses, prepaid taxis and app cabs are available.
By Rail: Chennai Central (MGR Central) and Chennai Egmore are the main terminals. Vande Bharat trains run to Mysuru via Bengaluru, to Coimbatore and to Tirunelveli, and the Tamil Nadu Express links Central with New Delhi.
By Road: The East Coast Road leads to Mahabalipuram and Puducherry, and NH 48 runs west to Bengaluru. TNSTC and SETC buses for the southern districts leave from the Kalaignar Centenary Bus Terminus at Kilambakkam.
What to do in Madras
Walk Marina Beach at sunrise and see the lighthouse at its southern end.
Explore the Chola bronzes in the Bronze Gallery of the Government Museum, Egmore.
Attend a December concert at the Music Academy or a sabha in Mylapore.
Visit the Shore Temple and Pancha Rathas at Mahabalipuram on a day trip.
Eat a banana-leaf meal in the lanes around the Kapaleeshwarar Temple tank.
Madras airport information
Chennai International Airport (MAA). Terminal 2 handles international flights, and domestic flights use Terminals 1 and 4.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is it worth booking Colombo to Chennai 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. On the Colombo to Chennai dates shown on this page, the lowest fare is on a Friday at LKR 44,606. This can change from week to week.
How far is Colombo from Chennai by air?
The direct air distance between Colombo (CMB) and Chennai (MAA) 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 CMB to MAA?
Yes. 7 non-stop flights are listed on this page for Colombo to Chennai. Use the Stops filter to see only those.
Which airlines fly Colombo to Chennai?
IndiGo, Air India, Etihad Airways, Sri Lankan Airlines and 1 other are listed on this route for the dates shown here. 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 Colombo to Chennai?
The quickest non-stop Colombo to Chennai flight on this page takes about 1h 20m. Non-stop flights here take between 1h 20m and 1h 30m. Journeys with a stop take longer, since the total includes the layover.
What is the baggage allowance on Colombo to Chennai flights?
Allowance is set by the airline and the fare you pick, not by the route. Fares on this page include 30 KG, 35 KG and 25 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 Colombo to Chennai flight fare?
The lowest Colombo to Chennai fare on this page is LKR 44,606. Fares on the same dates run up to LKR 797,194, depending on airline, timing and fare type. Airline prices change often, so search your dates for the current fare.
What time do Colombo to Chennai flights depart?
On the dates shown here, the first departure is around 00:40 and the last around 21:50, local time at Colombo. Use the departure-time filter on the results above to narrow to a morning, afternoon or evening slot.
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Approx route distance: 646.71 km.
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Lowest Colombo to Chennai airfare, in 30 days and in 90 days
Cheapest Fare
Fare
Date
Airline
Departure
Lowest Airfare
LKR 44,606
30/10/2026
IndiGo
03:00
Cheapest Airfare Within 30 Days
LKR 43,714
07/11/2026
IndiGo
03:00
Cheapest Airfare Within 90 Days
LKR 42,377
06/01/2027
IndiGo
03:00
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Colombo to Chennai Flight Distance, Duration and Time
The aerial distance between Colombo and Chennai is about 647 KM. In these results, journey times range from 1h 20m to 45h 25m. Flights with a layover take longer because the total includes the connection time.
Colombo to Chennai Flight Schedule and Timing
The search for these dates returned 79 flight options, 7 of them non-stop. The first departure from Colombo is at 00:40 and the last is at 21:50. Flights leave from Bandaranayake and land at Madras International [Meenambakkam].
Flight Route Details & Analysis
Flight Details
Information
Route
Colombo to Chennai
Aerial Distance
647 KM
Flight Duration
1h 20m - 45h 25m
Airport Codes
Colombo - CMB, Chennai - MAA
Total Flights Available
79 flights7 direct72 with layovers
First Flight Departure
Departs at 00:40
Last Flight Departure
Departs at 21:50
Early Morning Flights (12 AM - 8 AM)
18 flights2 direct16 with layovers
Morning Flights (8 AM - 12 PM)
6 flights1 direct5 with layovers
Afternoon Flights (12 PM - 4 PM)
26 flights2 direct24 with layovers
Evening Flights (4 PM - 8 PM)
16 flights2 direct14 with layovers
Night Flights (8 PM - 12 AM)
13 flights0 direct13 with layovers
Airport Information & Terminals
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.
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.
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Bandaranayake
Madras International [Meenambakkam]
