Flights Chennai - Colombo

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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 April. 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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Airlines that fly from Chennai to Colombo

Currency and cost comparison

TrainLocal, one-way ticket
46%Trains in Colombo are 46% cheaper than in Chennai.
Chennai€0.28
Colombo€0.15
MealMid-priced restaurant
187%The average meal is 187% more expensive in Colombo than in Chennai.
Chennai€1.40
Colombo€4.02
TaxiStandard daytime start rate
73%A taxi fare in Colombo is 73% cheaper than in Chennai.
Chennai€1.31
Colombo€0.36
CoffeeRegular cappuccino
46%Coffee is 46% more expensive in Colombo than in Chennai.
Chennai€1.59
Colombo€2.32
Exchange rate
1 EUR = 364.13 LKR
1 LKR = 0.01 EUR
Last revised on Tue, 03/10
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

Are you a plotting a break in Colombo for business purposes, to visit family or for some well-deserved holidays? Then you’ve come to the right place! eDreams features great deals on flights and cheap tickets from Chennai to your chosen destination. Simply enter your preferences in our search engine and let us do the rest. All you’ll need to do is select the best deal and job done! Alternatively, if you are looking for a spot of inspiration or are flexible on your travel dates, then take a look at when the cheapest days to fly to Colombo are. If your trip was a last minute afterthought then take a look at our last minute flight prices, there’s sure to be something to tempt you. Finally, to make sure that you have everything prepared for your holidays, book a hotel and rental car with your flight. Your journey starts here with eDreams!

Frequently asked questions about flights from Chennai to Colombo

What are the benefits of booking flexible flight tickets?
Using the flexible flight ticket, you're guaranteed a refund or a rebooking option (without fees) in case of flight cancellations when travelling to Sri Lanka. At eDreams have you covered!
On average, what is the price of a Chennai to Colombo flight?
When flying from Chennai to Colombo the average price will be ¤248.27. However, this price is dependant on several other factors like seasonality or the time in advance taken when booking the route.
For flights from Chennai to Colombo, how can I find the cheapest price?
On eDreams we use machine learning to find the most economical flight between Chennai and Colombo. By taking into account the combinations of airlines, stopovers, direct flights as well as the various criteria for the journeys, our search engine allows us to offer our customers the best price under the best conditions.
Is Colombo more expensive than Chennai to visit?
Looking at taxi prices, a ride in Colombo costs an average of 0.36 EUR euros, 73% cheaper than Chennai, with a fare of 1.31 EUR euros,
while train tickets cost 46% less in Colombo: 0.15 EUR euros against 0.28 EUR euros in Chennai.
Comparing the price of a meal, they range from 4.02 EUR euros in Colombo, 187% more than the 1.40 EUR euros in Chennai.
The price of a coffee is approximately 46% more expensive in Colombo, with an average of 2.32 EUR euros, while in Chennai the coffee costs 1.59 EUR.
When booking, when is the best time to do so in order to get the best prices for Chennai to Colombo flights?
The most popular month for flights from Chennai to Colombo are: August, July and December.
When is the best time to travel from Chennai to Colombo?
A good period of the year to visit Colombo from Chennai really depends on lots of personal preferences, price being one of the main criteria When it comes to popularity, August is the best month to fly to Colombo from Chennai, basedd on searches from our customers, followed by January and December. If you prefer to avoid the busy season and get away from the crowds June, October and May are the months with fewer searches for the route Chennai -  Colombo.

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