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Bandaranaike International Airport to Chennai International Airport flight

Explore the cheapest one-way and round-trip flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Chennai International Airport over the next 90 days, with one-way fares from £ 91 and round-trip from £ 151. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

      • Cheapest nonstop
        CMB 13:30
        1h 25m
        Direct
        MAA 14:55
        Colombo - Chennai | Thu, Oct 22 | SriLankan Airlines
        MAA 09:50
        1h 20m
        Direct
        CMB 11:10
        Chennai - Colombo | Thu, Oct 29 | SriLankan Airlines
        £ 151 £ 268
        44% off
        44% off
        £ 268 £ 151
      • CMB 07:25
        1h 20m
        Direct
        MAA 08:45
        Colombo - Chennai | Sun, Nov 1 | SriLankan Airlines
        MAA 20:55
        1h 20m
        Direct
        CMB 22:15
        Chennai - Colombo | Fri, Nov 6 | SriLankan Airlines
        £ 151 £ 268
        44% off
        44% off
        £ 268 £ 151
      • CMB 07:25
        1h 20m
        Direct
        MAA 08:45
        Colombo - Chennai | Sat, Oct 31 | SriLankan Airlines
        MAA 09:50
        1h 20m
        Direct
        CMB 11:10
        Chennai - Colombo | Fri, Nov 6 | SriLankan Airlines
        £ 151 £ 268
        44% off
        44% off
        £ 268 £ 151
      • CMB 07:25
        1h 20m
        Direct
        MAA 08:45
        Colombo - Chennai | Wed, Nov 18 | SriLankan Airlines
        MAA 16:00
        1h 20m
        Direct
        CMB 17:20
        Chennai - Colombo | Sat, Nov 21 | SriLankan Airlines
        £ 151
        44% off
        £ 268 £ 151
      • CMB 07:25
        1h 25m
        Direct
        MAA 08:50
        Colombo - Chennai | Wed, Oct 14 | SriLankan Airlines
        MAA 09:55
        1h 25m
        Direct
        CMB 11:20
        Chennai - Colombo | Tue, Oct 20 | SriLankan Airlines
        £ 153
        43% off
        £ 268 £ 153
      • CMB 07:25
        1h 20m
        Direct
        MAA 08:45
        Colombo - Chennai | Thu, Nov 5 | SriLankan Airlines
        MAA 09:50
        1h 20m
        Direct
        CMB 11:10
        Chennai - Colombo | Sun, Nov 8 | SriLankan Airlines
        £ 153
        43% off
        £ 268 £ 153
      • CMB 13:30
        1h 20m
        Direct
        MAA 14:50
        Colombo - Chennai | Fri, Nov 27 | SriLankan Airlines
        MAA 09:50
        1h 20m
        Direct
        CMB 11:10
        Chennai - Colombo | Fri, Dec 4 | SriLankan Airlines
        £ 153
        43% off
        £ 268 £ 153
      • CMB 18:35
        1h 20m
        Direct
        MAA 19:55
        Colombo - Chennai | Fri, Nov 6 | SriLankan Airlines
        MAA 20:55
        1h 20m
        Direct
        CMB 22:15
        Chennai - Colombo | Wed, Nov 11 | SriLankan Airlines
        £ 153
        43% off
        £ 268 £ 153
      • CMB 07:25
        1h 20m
        Direct
        MAA 08:45
        Colombo - Chennai | Thu, Dec 3 | SriLankan Airlines
        MAA 16:00
        1h 20m
        Direct
        CMB 17:20
        Chennai - Colombo | Tue, Dec 8 | SriLankan Airlines
        £ 153
        43% off
        £ 268 £ 153
      • CMB 07:25
        1h 20m
        Direct
        MAA 08:45
        Colombo - Chennai | Fri, Nov 20 | SriLankan Airlines
        MAA 20:55
        1h 20m
        Direct
        CMB 22:15
        Chennai - Colombo | Wed, Nov 25 | SriLankan Airlines
        £ 153
        43% off
        £ 268 £ 153
      • CMB 13:30
        1h 20m
        Direct
        MAA 14:50
        Colombo - Chennai | Fri, Nov 13 | SriLankan Airlines
        MAA 20:55
        1h 20m
        Direct
        CMB 22:15
        Chennai - Colombo | Fri, Nov 13 | SriLankan Airlines
        £ 177
        34% off
        £ 268 £ 177
      • CMB 07:25
        1h 20m
        Direct
        MAA 08:45
        Colombo - Chennai | Fri, Oct 30 | SriLankan Airlines
        MAA 09:50
        1h 20m
        Direct
        CMB 11:10
        Chennai - Colombo | Tue, Nov 3 | SriLankan Airlines
        £ 195
        27% off
        £ 268 £ 195
      • CMB 13:00
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        MAA 14:00
        Colombo - Chennai | Tue, Oct 13 | Normal Airline
        MAA 15:00
        6h
        Direct
        CMB 16:00
        Chennai - Colombo | Thu, Oct 15 | Normal Airline
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      • Cheapest nonstop
        CMB 03:45
        1h 20m
        Direct
        MAA 05:05
        Colombo - Chennai | Mon, Oct 12 | IndiGo
        £ 91 £ 142
        36% off
        36% off
        £ 142 £ 91
      • CMB 03:45
        1h 20m
        Direct
        MAA 05:05
        Colombo - Chennai | Thu, Oct 15 | IndiGo
        £ 99 £ 142
        30% off
        30% off
        £ 142 £ 99
      • CMB 03:45
        1h 20m
        Direct
        MAA 05:05
        Colombo - Chennai | Fri, Oct 16 | IndiGo
        £ 99 £ 142
        30% off
        30% off
        £ 142 £ 99
      • CMB 03:45
        1h 20m
        Direct
        MAA 05:05
        Colombo - Chennai | Wed, Oct 14 | IndiGo
        £ 99
        30% off
        £ 142 £ 99
      • CMB 03:45
        1h 20m
        Direct
        MAA 05:05
        Colombo - Chennai | Tue, Oct 13 | IndiGo
        £ 100
        30% off
        £ 142 £ 100
      • CMB 09:10
        1h 25m
        Direct
        MAA 10:35
        Colombo - Chennai | Wed, Dec 9 | IndiGo
        £ 101
        28% off
        £ 142 £ 101
      • CMB 03:45
        1h 20m
        Direct
        MAA 05:05
        Colombo - Chennai | Sat, Oct 17 | IndiGo
        £ 101
        28% off
        £ 142 £ 101
      • CMB 09:10
        1h 25m
        Direct
        MAA 10:35
        Colombo - Chennai | Wed, Nov 18 | IndiGo
        £ 101
        28% off
        £ 142 £ 101
      • CMB 18:35
        1h 20m
        Direct
        MAA 19:55
        Colombo - Chennai | Thu, Dec 3 | SriLankan Airlines
        £ 102
        28% off
        £ 142 £ 102
      • CMB 18:35
        1h 20m
        Direct
        MAA 19:55
        Colombo - Chennai | Fri, Dec 4 | SriLankan Airlines
        £ 102
        28% off
        £ 142 £ 102
      • CMB 13:40
        1h 20m
        Direct
        MAA 15:00
        Colombo - Chennai | Sat, Dec 5 | SriLankan Airlines
        £ 102
        28% off
        £ 142 £ 102
      • CMB 07:25
        1h 20m
        Direct
        MAA 08:45
        Colombo - Chennai | Sun, Nov 22 | SriLankan Airlines
        £ 103
        27% off
        £ 142 £ 103
      • CMB 13:00
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        MAA 14:00
        Colombo - Chennai | Tue, Oct 13 | Normal Airline
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Flight fares from Bandaranaike International Airport to Chennai International Airport are based on the average fares across airlines for the next three months, based on Trip.com’s latest data.

Trip.com Price Insights: Flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Chennai International Airport

What is the cheapest month to fly from Bandaranaike International Airport to Chennai International Airport?

The data is based on the past 12 months and shows the average one-way ticket prices from Bandaranaike International Airport to Chennai International Airport for each month in the Trip.com database.

Based on Trip.com’s data from the past 12 months, if you’re looking for a low-cost one-way ticket from Bandaranaike International Airport to Chennai International Airport, the best time to buy is in November, with an average price of £ 96. You’ll want to avoid August, when the average price can reach as high as £ 131.

£ 131
£ 114
£ 96
£ 79
    Cheapest
  • £ 98
    Oct
  • £ 96
    Nov
  • £ 99
    Dec
  • £ 107
    Jan
  • £ 110
    Feb
  • £ 109
    Mar
  • £ 109
    Apr
  • £ 116
    May
  • £ 102
    Jun
  • £ 112
    Jul
  • £ 131
    Aug
  • £ 110
    Sep

What’s the cheapest month to fly round-trip from Bandaranaike International Airport to Chennai International Airport?

The data is based on the past 12 months and shows the average monthly round-trip fares from Bandaranaike International Airport to Chennai International Airport in the Trip.com database.

Based on Trip.com’s data from the past 12 months, October is typically the cheapest month to find flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Chennai International Airport, with an average price of £ 138. In contrast, August is usually the most expensive month, with average fares reaching £ 205.

£ 205
£ 172
£ 138
£ 105
  • £ 138
    Oct
  • £ 148
    Nov
  • £ 163
    Dec
  • £ 184
    Jan
  • £ 194
    Feb
  • £ 147
    Mar
  • £ 169
    Apr
  • £ 172
    May
  • £ 164
    Jun
  • £ 162
    Jul
  • £ 205
    Aug
  • £ 181
    Sep

What is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Bandaranaike International Airport to Chennai International Airport?

The data is based on the past 12 months and shows the average ticket prices from Bandaranaike International Airport to Chennai International Airport for each day of the week in the Trip.com database.

Based on Trip.com’s data from the past 12 months, the cheapest day to depart from Bandaranaike International Airport to Chennai International Airport is Tuesday, with average fares typically lower than other days. You’ll want to avoid flying on Sunday, as ticket prices are usually the highest that day.

£ 113
£ 109
£ 104
£ 100
  • £ 109
    Mon
  • £ 104
    Tue
  • £ 109
    Wed
  • £ 107
    Thu
  • £ 105
    Fri
  • £ 109
    Sat
  • £ 113
    Sun

Which airline offers the cheapest flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Chennai International Airport?

The cheapest airline flying from Bandaranaike International Airport to Chennai International Airport is IndiGo (from £ 97) among 8 carriers operating this route. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

IndiGo
From £ 97
SriLankan Airlines
From £ 102
Air India
From £ 151
Air Arabia Abu Dhabi
From £ 176
FitsAir
From £ 261
Thai AirAsia
From £ 266
Malaysia Airlines
From £ 753
Etihad Airways
From £ 1,196

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What is the flight schedule from Bandaranaike International Airport to Chennai International Airport?

Check the schedule for flights from Colombo to Chennai and find the flight that best matches your travel plans.

Flight info.
Departure
Arrival
Weekly Schedule

  1. 6E1172

    Bandaranaike International Airport

    03:45

    CMB

    1h 20m

    05:05

    MAA

    S M T W T F S
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  2. UL121

    Bandaranaike International Airport

    07:25

    CMB

    1h 25m

    08:50

    MAA

    S M T W T F S
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  3. UL123

    Bandaranaike International Airport

    18:45

    CMB

    1h 25m

    20:10

    MAA

    S M T W T F S
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  4. UL127

    Bandaranaike International Airport

    13:30

    CMB

    1h 25m

    14:55

    MAA

    S M T W T F S
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  5. 6E1174

    Bandaranaike International Airport

    09:45

    CMB

    1h 20m

    11:05

    MAA

    S M T W T F S
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  6. 6E1176

    Bandaranaike International Airport

    17:15

    CMB

    1h 20m

    18:35

    MAA

    S M - W T F S
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About Bandaranaike International Airport and Chennai International Airport

Learn about Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) and Chennai International Airport (MAA) — including location, terminals, transportation, and travel tips.

Flight distance 647.28km
Cheapest one-way ticket price £ 91
Cheapest return ticket price £ 151

FAQs for Bandaranaike International Airport to Chennai International Airport Flights

  • How long is the flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Chennai International Airport?

    Bandaranaike International Airport to Chennai International Airport takes about 1 hour 5 minutes on average. Actual flight time may vary depending on route, weather and air traffic.
  • There are around 7 daily flights from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Chennai International Airport (MAA).
  • The earliest flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Chennai International Airport departs at 03:45, and the last departs at 18:45, with about 7 flights per day. Flight times may change, so please check the latest departure and arrival times before you travel.
  • The route from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Chennai International Airport (MAA) is quite popular. Without considering departure times or holidays, tickets cost around £ 194 in January, the most expensive month to book this route.
  • The earliest flight departs from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) at 07:25 and arrives in Chennai International Airport (MAA) at 08:50.
  • The latest flight departs from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) at 19:30 and arrives in Chennai International Airport (MAA) at 20:50.
    • The distance from Chennai International Airport to downtown is about 12km, by taxi about 30 minutes.
  • The closest airport to Chennai International Airport (MAA) is Tirupati International Airport. The distance is around 98km.
  • IndiGo is a very popular airline operating an average of 2329 flights per month.
  • One-way flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Chennai International Airport currently start from £ 91, and round-trip fares start from £ 151. The current lowest fare is a IndiGo flight departing on Mon, Oct 12; prices may vary depending on availability.
  • Yes. IndiGo and SriLankan Airlines operate direct flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Chennai International Airport, with an average flight time of 1 hour 4 minutes, and around 47 weekly flights. Actual flight frequency may vary by season.
  • Based on Trip.com flight data for departures within the next 30 days with at most one stop, the average one-way price from Bandaranaike International Airport to Chennai International Airport is £ 182. Prices may vary depending on the departure date, airline, and availability.
  • IndiGo are the most popular budget airlines flying from Bandaranaike International Airport to Chennai International Airport, with one-way fares starting from £ 91. Compare final prices carefully, as baggage, seat selection and payment fees may apply.
  • Bandaranaike International Airport to Chennai International Airport operates around 48 weekly flights, mainly by IndiGo and SriLankan Airlines. Actual frequency may vary during holidays and seasonal schedule adjustments.
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