Airlines operating flights from New Delhi to Colombo
Air India
SriLankan Airlines
IndiGo Flight deals from New Delhi to Colombo
Find the cheapest direct flight options from New Delhi to Colombo over the next three months. Book one-way tickets from £71 and round-trip tickets from £172.
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DEL 12:153h 50mDirectCMB 16:05New Delhi - Colombo | Fri, Apr 10 | Air India
CMB 19:153h 40mDirectDEL 22:55Colombo - New Delhi | Thu, Apr 16 | Air India£172 £26635% off35% off£266 £172 -
DEL 03:253h 35mDirectCMB 07:00New Delhi - Colombo | Thu, Apr 9 | Air India
CMB 17:053h 40mDirectDEL 20:45Colombo - New Delhi | Mon, Apr 13 | Air India£180 £26632% off32% off£266 £180 -
DEL 18:453h 35mDirectCMB 22:20New Delhi - Colombo | Sat, Apr 11 | SriLankan Airlines
CMB 00:403h 35mDirectDEL 04:15Colombo - New Delhi | Fri, Apr 17 | SriLankan Airlines£185 £26630% off30% off£266 £185 -
DEL 18:453h 35mDirectCMB 22:20New Delhi - Colombo | Wed, Apr 1 | SriLankan Airlines
CMB 00:403h 35mDirectDEL 04:15Colombo - New Delhi | Sat, Apr 4 | SriLankan Airlines£19128% off£266 £191 -
DEL 03:253h 35mDirectCMB 07:00New Delhi - Colombo | Tue, Apr 7 | Air India
CMB 17:053h 40mDirectDEL 20:45Colombo - New Delhi | Mon, Apr 13 | Air India£19128% off£266 £191 -
DEL 03:253h 55mDirectCMB 07:20New Delhi - Colombo | Wed, Mar 11 | Air India
CMB 17:053h 45mDirectDEL 20:50Colombo - New Delhi | Tue, Mar 17 | Air India£20124% off£266 £201 -
DEL 03:253h 55mDirectCMB 07:20New Delhi - Colombo | Fri, Feb 20 | Air India
CMB 17:053h 45mDirectDEL 20:50Colombo - New Delhi | Sun, Feb 22 | Air India£20124% off£266 £201 -
DEL 03:253h 55mDirectCMB 07:20New Delhi - Colombo | Sat, Mar 14 | Air India
CMB 17:053h 45mDirectDEL 20:50Colombo - New Delhi | Wed, Mar 18 | Air India£20224% off£266 £202 -
DEL 18:453h 35mDirectCMB 22:20New Delhi - Colombo | Tue, Apr 7 | SriLankan Airlines
CMB 14:103h 35mDirectDEL 17:45Colombo - New Delhi | Sat, Apr 11 | SriLankan Airlines£20224% off£266 £202 -
DEL 11:0015h1 stopCMB 02:00New Delhi - Colombo | Fri, Feb 20 | IndiGo
CMB 09:1017h1 stopDEL 02:10Colombo - New Delhi | Mon, Feb 23 | IndiGo£20025% off£266 £200 -
DEL 13:0017h 25m1 stopCMB Invalid DateNew Delhi - Colombo | Sat, Feb 14 | Normal Airline
CMB 15:006hDirectDEL 16:00Colombo - New Delhi | Mon, Feb 16 | Normal AirlineFind more flightsFind more flights
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DEL 06:103h 15mDirectCMB 09:25New Delhi - Colombo | Mon, Feb 16 | IndiGo£71 £14350% off50% off£143 £71 -
DEL 12:153h 50mDirectCMB 16:05New Delhi - Colombo | Thu, Apr 9 | Air India£108 £14324% off24% off£143 £108 -
DEL 11:0010h 5m1 stopCMB 21:05New Delhi - Colombo | Sat, Mar 7 | IndiGo£91 £14336% off36% off£143 £91 -
DEL 07:1018h 50m1 stopCMB 02:00New Delhi - Colombo | Thu, Mar 5 | IndiGo£9335% off£143 £93 -
DEL 14:306h 35m1 stopCMB 21:05New Delhi - Colombo | Wed, Mar 11 | IndiGo£9534% off£143 £95 -
DEL 11:0010h 5m1 stopCMB 21:05New Delhi - Colombo | Sun, Mar 22 | IndiGo£9633% off£143 £96 -
DEL 07:1513h 45m1 stopCMB 21:00New Delhi - Colombo | Wed, Apr 8 | IndiGo£9633% off£143 £96 -
DEL 09:3016h 20m1 stopCMB 01:50New Delhi - Colombo | Sat, Apr 4 | IndiGo£9633% off£143 £96 -
DEL 23:0014h 40m1 stopCMB 13:40New Delhi - Colombo | Tue, Mar 3 | IndiGo£9831% off£143 £98 -
DEL 12:208h 45m1 stopCMB 21:05New Delhi - Colombo | Wed, Mar 4 | IndiGo£9931% off£143 £99 -
DEL 12:208h 45m1 stopCMB 21:05New Delhi - Colombo | Sun, Mar 8 | IndiGo£9931% off£143 £99 -
DEL 19:4025h 25m1 stopCMB 21:05New Delhi - Colombo | Wed, Mar 4 | Spicejet£9931% off£143 £99 -
DEL 13:0017h 25m1 stopCMB Invalid DateNew Delhi - Colombo | Sat, Feb 14 | Normal AirlineFind more flightsFind more flights
Displayed flight fares from New Delhi to Colombo are based on average prices across airlines for the next 3 months, according to the latest Trip.com database.
Flight details for New Delhi to Colombo
The distance between New Delhi and Colombo is 2,422.74km. It takes around 3 hours 42 minutes on average to fly from New Delhi to Colombo. Based on Trip.com's data, travel demand peaks in January. The off-season for travel is August.
| Cheapest one-way flight price | £91 |
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| Cheapest return ticket price | £172 |
| Off-season travel month | August |
| Peak season for travel | January |
| Flight distance | 2,422.74km |
| Average flight time | 3 hours 42 minutes |
| Popular airline | Air India |
Trip.com price insights on flights from New Delhi to Colombo
What is the cheapest month for one-way flights from New Delhi to Colombo?
Based on Trip.com data, the cheapest month to fly from New Delhi to Colombo is May, with an average price of £113. The most expensive month is usually Dec, with average prices reaching £162.
What is the cheapest month for return flights from New Delhi to Colombo?
Based on Trip.com's historical data, Apr is often the cheapest month for fly from New Delhi to Colombo, with an average price of £168. Dec is usually the most expensive period, with prices averaging as high as £276.
Which day of the week is cheapest to fly from New Delhi to Colombo?
Based on Trip.com data from the past 12 months, the cheapest day to fly from New Delhi to Colombo is Thu. The average fare on this day is usually lower than on other days. Try to avoid flying on Sat as fares are usually the highest.
Flight FAQs
Which airlines offer the cheapest flights from New Delhi (DEL) to Colombo (CMB)?
Based on Trip.com data, IndiGo offers one-way fares as low as £91 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. DEL to CMB on Sat, Mar 7), while Air India offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from £172 departing on Fri, Apr 10 and returning on Thu, Apr 16.Which airlines offer direct flights from New Delhi to Colombo?
At the moment, you can catch a direct flight from New Delhi to Colombo with the following airlines, including: Air India SriLankan Airlines Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.How long is the flight from New Delhi (DEL) to Colombo (CMB)?
It takes about 3 hours 42 minutes to fly from New Delhi (DEL) to Colombo (CMB).When is the best time to book flights from New Delhi to Colombo?
By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from New Delhi to Colombo is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.How many flights are there per week from New Delhi to Colombo?
Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 28 flight per week flying from New Delhi to Colombo. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: Air India: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- AI281 (14:50) SriLankan Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- UL192 (05:31)How can I find the best deals on flights from New Delhi to Colombo?
To find best deals on flights from New Delhi to Colombo, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
· Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Sat, Mar 7, with one-way flights priced at just £91.
· Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is IndiGo.
· Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
· Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
· Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Colombo travel is around January.
· Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.When is the best time to book a flight from New Delhi to Colombo to get the best price?
The cheapest months to fly from New Delhi to Colombo is August, when demand for travel is lower.Which upcoming date is the cheapest for flights from New Delhi to Colombo?
After crunching the numbers on our February flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from New Delhi to Colombo on February 23, 2026 with IndiGo, with prices starting at £89.Which airports can I fly through when travelling to Colombo from New Delhi?
You can land at any one of the following hubs in Colombo, with Indira Gandhi International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport (DEL-CMB) is by far the most common option on this route: Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB).What is the time difference between New Delhi and Colombo?
The time difference between Colombo and New Delhi is 0h.How can I change or cancel my flight ticket from New Delhi to Colombo?
Tickets can only be changed or cancelled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.
Trip.com airline insights on flights from New Delhi to Colombo
Which airlines offer the cheapest direct flights from New Delhi to Colombo?
Based on Trip.com data from the past 12 months, the airline offering the cheapest direct flights from New Delhi to Colombo is IndiGo, with an average fare of £114.
Which airlines operate the most flights from New Delhi to Colombo?
According to Trip.com data from the past month, the airline with the most flights from New Delhi to Colombo is Air India, operating 16 flights per week.
How many flights fly from New Delhi to Colombo each day?
Based on Trip.com data from the past month, flights from New Delhi to Colombo are most frequent on Friday, while the fewest flights operate on Monday.
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