Colombo to Chennai Flight Ticket Price

Colombo to Chennai flight tickets: the lowest one-way fare HappyFares searches found in the 30 days to 4 Nov 2026 was ₹11,123, and half of 97 fares were under ₹14,739; IndiGo had the lowest median.

₹11,123

Lowest one-way non-stop fare we saw

97 fares in the 30 days to 4 Nov 2026

647 km Distance

1h 20m Non-stop flight time

₹14,739 Median fare

Colombo to Chennai Flight Ticket Price by Airline

Median one-way fare per airline among the fares HappyFares searches found in the 30 days to 4 Nov 2026, for a range of travel dates. Airlines with fewer than 10 fares show no figure. Your fare on your date will differ.

Airline	Median fare (30 days)	Action
SriLankan	₹14,813 median of 73 fares	View flights →
IndiGo	₹13,189 median of 23 fares	View flights →
FitsAir	Check live fares →	View flights →

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What Affects Colombo–Chennai Flight Ticket Prices?

Flight ticket prices on the Colombo–Chennai route change constantly. Here are the main factors that determine how much you pay:

How early you bookAirlines price seats by demand, so fares usually rise as the flight fills up and the date gets close.
Day and timePopular days and departure times sell out first; the fare calendar shows how prices differ across dates.
Season and holidaysFestivals, school holidays and long weekends push demand, and fares, up.
Fare typeLower fares come with higher change and cancellation charges; flexible fares cost more and allow changes for less.
AirlineAirlines on the same route price differently; compare them on your date.

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Is there a direct flight from Colombo to Chennai?

Yes. HappyFares searches found non-stop fares on Colombo (CMB) to Chennai (MAA) in the 30 days to 4 Nov 2026, and a typical non-stop flight takes about 1h 20m. The airports are about 647 km apart.

How to Get the Cheapest Colombo to Chennai Flight Ticket

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Check nearby dates: fares on the same route can differ a lot from one day to the next.

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Compare airlines: in the 30 days to 4 Nov 2026 the median fare ran from ₹13,189 on IndiGo to ₹14,813 on SriLankan.

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Best Time to Book Colombo–Chennai Flights

Fares on Colombo–Chennai usually climb in the last days before departure as seats sell, and festival and holiday dates fill early. If your dates are fixed, book once you see a fare you are happy with, or set a price alert and watch it for a few days.

Other Names for These Cities

Colombo (also known as: Sri Lanka, Colombo, Ceylon) . Whether you search "Colombo to Chennai ticket price" or use the alternate city names, HappyFares covers all flights on this route.

Frequently Asked Questions: Colombo to Chennai Flight Ticket Price

What is the Colombo to Chennai flight ticket price?

In the 30 days to 4 Nov 2026, HappyFares searches found 97 one-way non-stop fares from Colombo to Chennai. The lowest was ₹11,123 and half were under ₹14,739. Your fare depends on the date, the airline and how early you book; search HappyFares for live fares on your date.

Which airline is cheapest from Colombo to Chennai?

In the 30 days to 4 Nov 2026, the lowest median fare we saw was on IndiGo (₹13,189), then SriLankan (₹14,813). The cheapest airline changes from date to date, so compare them on your date.

Is there a direct flight from Colombo to Chennai?

Yes. We saw non-stop fares on Colombo (CMB) to Chennai (MAA) in the 30 days to 4 Nov 2026; a typical non-stop flight takes about 1h 20m.

How far is Colombo from Chennai by air?

About 647 km in a straight line between CMB and MAA; a typical non-stop flight takes about 1h 20m.

How can I find a cheaper Colombo to Chennai ticket?

Check nearby dates on the fare calendar, compare airlines rather than booking the first one you see, and set a price alert on HappyFares to hear when the fare drops.

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