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Flights from Chennai to Colombo

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Route details

686 km
Distance

Weather now

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+82°F
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Airports

RML
12km
CMB
28km

Flight prices from Chennai to Colombo

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Founder, CEO
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Which is the cheapest month to fly to Colombo?

Here are approximate min and max prices for Chennai to Colombo flight (one-way) at the moment:
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Founder, CEO
We don’t yet have enough data to estimate which month is the cheapest. We will display this data when more people search for this route.
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We’ve developed the Trip Period feature to help you find the best prices to Colombo if you are flexible. Just select the amount of days that you want to be away and the desired month and we’ll find the best combination.
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Is Colombo an expensive destination?

We have compared flights from Chennai to Colombo with other routes:
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Direct flights from Chennai to Colombo

We could not found any direct flights to Colombo, if you are flying from Chennai. Perhaps try selecting a different origin or search for direct flights to the whole country (Sri Lanka).
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Founder, CEO
There are not yet enough searches on this route to determine if there are direct flights or not. Try searching for direct flights and you might find one.
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Airports in Colombo and Chennai

Colombo has 2 airports and Chennai has 1 airport.
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Ratmalana Airport (RML)
12 km from Colombo city center.
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Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
28 km from Colombo city center.
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~15 Min.
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Which airport in Colombo is better?

The closest airport to Colombo city center is Ratmalana Airport (RML) with 12 km distance. The quickest way to get to city center is to take a taxi from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), trip will take 15 min.
Lars
Founder, CEO
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is usually the main choice for traveling to Colombo. If you want to get to Colombo faster, use the taxi. The trip will take about 15 min.
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Where to stay in Colombo

Find the right accommodation in Colombo with Avionero:
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Renuka City Hotel
328 Galle Road
WiFi • 24-Hour Reception • Swimming pool • Fitness Room/Gym • Airport shuttle
9.2
Chapelton House
1st Chapel Lane Colombo 6
Free Wi-Fi • WiFi • 24-Hour Reception • Airport shuttle • Mini Bar
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Hilton Colombo Hotel
2 Sir Chittampalam A Gardiner, Mawatha
WiFi • Parking • 24-Hour Reception • Swimming pool • Fitness Room/Gym
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Mount Lodge Boutique Hotel
69A Hotel Road
Free Wi-Fi • WiFi • 24-Hour Reception • Airport shuttle • Mini Bar
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Cj Villas
29d&b schofield place Marine drive
Free Wi-Fi • WiFi • 24-Hour Reception • Air Conditioned • Express Check-In/Check-Out
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Tips on how to find cheap flights to Colombo

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Planning a trip from Chennai to Colombo? Check the weather

16 Days Weather Forecast

Here’s how the weather in Colombo looks currently:
Fri, 20 September
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+82°F
Rain
7 m/s
78 %
Sat, 21 September
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+82°F
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8 m/s
78 %
Sun, 22 September
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+82°F
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7 m/s
77 %
Mon, 23 September
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+84°F
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8 m/s
76 %
Tue, 24 September
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+82°F
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9 m/s
81 %
Wed, 25 September
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+82°F
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8 m/s
78 %
Thu, 26 September
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+84°F
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8 m/s
75 %
Fri, 27 September
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+84°F
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7 m/s
75 %
Sat, 28 September
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+84°F
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5 m/s
75 %
Sun, 29 September
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+82°F
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5 m/s
81 %
Mon, 30 September
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+84°F
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6 m/s
75 %
Tue, 01 October
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+82°F
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5 m/s
78 %
Wed, 02 October
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+84°F
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5 m/s
72 %
Thu, 03 October
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+84°F
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4 m/s
74 %
Fri, 04 October
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+82°F
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4 m/s
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Sat, 05 October
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+81°F
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3 m/s
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Monthly weather

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Colombo will be like?
Still thinking when to go? Read when is the best time to visit Colombo.

FAQ

Flying from Chennai to Colombo? Here are some useful things to know:
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What are the airports near Colombo?
The closest airport to Colombo is Ratmalana Airport which is 12 km away. In total Colombo has 2 airports: Ratmalana Airport, Bandaranaike International Airport.
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How far is it to fly between Chennai and Colombo?
A passenger flying direct from Chennai to Colombo will travel around 686 km.
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How long does it take to travel from Chennai to Colombo?
You should expect a flight time of around – .
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When should I fly to Colombo from Chennai?
The busiest and most costly travel period from Chennai to Colombo is usually , while the cheapest month is . If you travel now, the weather in Colombo is Rain, +82°F.
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What is the flight price to travel from Chennai to Colombo?
You could get a cheaper flight if you are flexible in your travel plans. Try Avionero Flexible Dates to check multiple travel dates to see the best combinations.
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What’s the weather like in Colombo?
On average you could expect +79°F in February to +82°F in March. Currently, it is Rain and +82°F in Colombo.
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Is there a direct connection between Chennai and Colombo?
No, there are no direct flights to Colombo if you are flying from Chennai.
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About Avionero

Avionero is a Swedish travel planning startup located in Malmo, founded by Lars Kristensson and Anton Tyulenev.
Using our smart AI Search engine, we combine millions of flight, hotel, and activity options for your trip to Colombo.

4 things to know about Avionero:

We provide the most flexible search
We have the largest inventory of flights
We are not the sellers, but aggregators of flights, hotels & activities
We do not track you to raise prices