Can I fly direct from Colombo to New Delhi?

Yes, direct flights are typically available from Colombo to New Delhi. In the trailing 90 days, direct flights accounted for 63.7% of all observed flight options. For itineraries that included connecting flights, the median number of stopovers was 1. This indicates that a significant portion of travelers on this route can find non-stop options.

How long is the flight from Colombo to New Delhi?

The median flight time for a direct flight from Colombo to New Delhi is 3 hours and 35 minutes, covering a distance of 2396 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration is considerably longer, typically around 7 hours and 45 minutes. This difference highlights the time savings associated with choosing a non-stop option.

How often do Colombo to New Delhi flight prices drop?

Flight prices for the Colombo to New Delhi route are classified as frequent in terms of price drops. Historically, there has been an average of 1 price drop per day over a 30-day window. This suggests that travelers on this route may encounter opportunities for price reductions quite regularly.

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October 5 - October 10

Cheapest

CMB - New Delhi

$227

$292

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September 24 - September 25

Best

CMB - New Delhi

$281

$295

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July 21 - July 22

Earliest

CMB - New Delhi

$243

$296

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October 1 - October 10

CMB - New Delhi

$211

$297

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October 4 - October 5

CMB - New Delhi

$227

$297

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September 22 - September 28

Best

CMB - New Delhi

$268

$299

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September 22 - September 23

Best

CMB - New Delhi

$280

$299

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September 25 - September 26

Best

CMB - New Delhi

$282

$299

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September 10 - September 16

Best

CMB - New Delhi

$268

$299

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September 17 - September 25

CMB - New Delhi

$257

$299

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Colombo to New Delhi: Overview

Insights for flights from Colombo to New Delhi

Right now, 6% of recent fares for flights from Colombo to New Delhi are classified as a good price. Fares for this route typically range from $187–$217, with a median of $197. Current fares are above the typical level.

When considering cheap flights from Colombo to New Delhi, the data indicates that August is often the most economical month to fly, with a median fare of $184. Following closely, March also presents competitive pricing, with a median fare of $187. May is another favorable option, showing a median fare of $191.

A typical journey from Colombo to New Delhi takes about 3h 45m, including connections. This route has a mixed direct-flight share, meaning a meaningful share are non-stop, while the rest connect once. For itineraries that do include connections, the median number of stopovers is 1.

The distance between Colombo and New Delhi is 2396 kilometers, classifying this as a medium-haul route. New deals for this route appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find suitable flights.

How much is a round trip from Colombo to New Delhi

Regular price: $285 - $439

Prices for flights from Colombo to New Delhi are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Colombo to New Delhi is typically between $285 and $439. The current lowest deal is $279 with Air India Limited, for travel from Aug 3-Aug 5.

now $279

Low $285

High $439

The cheapest time to fly from Colombo to New Delhi

The cheapest month to fly from Colombo to New Delhi is August, with a median price of $184. The most expensive month is February, with a median price of $246. Prices are generally lower from March to December.

August

Cheapest

Flights from $184

February

Most Expensive

Flights from $246

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Direct flights from Colombo to New Delhi

Air India Limited

Last-minute flights going from Colombo to New Delhi

Mon, Jul 13

⌛ Last-Minute

CMB - New Delhi

Colombo (CMB) - New Delhi (DEL)

IndiGo

$336

$308

One-way

Mon, Jul 13

⌛ Last-Minute

CMB - New Delhi

Colombo (CMB) - New Delhi (DEL)

IndiGo

$312

$317

One-way

Mon, Jul 13

⌛ Last-Minute

CMB - New Delhi

Colombo (CMB) - New Delhi (DEL)

IndiGo

$294

$317

One-way

Mon, Jul 13

⌛ Last-Minute

CMB - New Delhi

Colombo (CMB) - New Delhi (DEL)

IndiGo

$322

$317

One-way

Tue, Jul 14

⌛ Last-Minute

CMB - New Delhi

Colombo (CMB) - New Delhi (DEL)

IndiGo

$292

$317

One-way

Tue, Jul 14

⌛ Last-Minute

CMB - New Delhi

Colombo (CMB) - New Delhi (DEL)

IndiGo

$321

$318

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Colombo to New Delhi

2 nights

Jul 6 - Jul 8

$363 → $305

16%

3 nights

Jul 6 - Jul 9

$361 → $309

14%

4 nights

Jul 6 - Jul 10

$358 → $309

14%

2 nights

Jul 9 - Jul 11

$361 → $317

12%

Popular Airports to fly from Colombo to New Delhi

Colombo - New Delhi route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Colombo to New Delhi are above the typical level at $279.

📅 Best time to fly

August is historically cheapest

Historically, August is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $184.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 3h 45m

Direct flights from Colombo to New Delhi typically take 3 hours and 45 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

63.7% of deals are direct

63.7% of recent deals for this route are direct, with frequent daily deals.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air India Limited offers direct flights

Air India Limited is one airline offering direct flights on the Colombo to New Delhi route.

🎯 Booking tip

Good prices are uncommon

Historically, only 6% of deals for this route are considered good prices.

Colombo main airports to depart from

Bandaranaike International (CMB)

Cheapest

Bandaranaike International Airport is a good option for flights from Colombo to New Delhi.

📍 ~30 km from Colombo (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$288

New Delhi main airports to arrive at

Indira Gandhi International (DEL)

Cheapest

Indira Gandhi International Airport serves New Delhi, a key arrival point for flights from Colombo.

📍 ~15 km from New Delhi (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$288

Airports nearby New Delhi used as alternative

Hindon Airport (HDO)

Cheapest

Hindon Airport can be a useful alternative for specific regional flights within the National Capital Region.

📍 ~15 km from New Delhi (reachable by local road networks)

💸 Flights from ~$307

Jaipur International (JAI)

Jaipur International is a major international airport with robust domestic and Middle Eastern connectivity.

📍 ~220 km from New Delhi (reachable by road or high-speed train)

💸 Flights from ~$320

Chandigarh International (IXC)

Chandigarh International is a significant regional hub and a reliable alternative for North Indian domestic routes.

📍 ~230 km from New Delhi (reachable by rail and road links)

💸 Flights from ~$340

Agra (AGR)

Agra Airport is relatively close and accessible, useful for travelers in South Delhi or Faridabad.

📍 ~180 km from New Delhi (reachable via the Yamuna Expressway)

💸 Flights from ~$358

Dehradun (DED)

Dehradun Airport is a primary airport for Uttarakhand, offering decent domestic frequency for northern regions.

📍 ~200 km from New Delhi (reachable by road)

💸 Flights from ~$371

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to New Delhi

Historically, the best prices for flights from Colombo to New Delhi have been found within 0-6 days of departure, with an average price of $217. Prices tend to be higher for bookings made further in advance, such as 60+ days out, where the average price was $330. Across the trailing quarter, prices for flights booked 7-13 days before departure averaged $234, while those booked 14-27 days out averaged $226. This suggests that last-minute booking can often yield more favorable prices on this route.

Based on data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Colombo to New Delhi is considered to be $187 or less. The median price for this route was $197. Approximately 75% of prices observed were $217 or below. This threshold represents the lower quartile of prices seen for this route.

Historically, August has been the cheapest month to fly from Colombo to New Delhi, with a median price of $184. March also offered competitive prices, with a median of $187. The annual median price for this route was $197. While May had a median price of $191, it was also identified as the most expensive month in the trailing 270 days.

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