What percentage of Mumbai to Colombo flights are direct?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 48.2% of flights from Mumbai to Colombo were direct. For travelers opting for connecting flights, the median number of stopovers was one. This indicates that while direct options are common, a significant portion of available flights will involve at least one stop.

What's the flight time from Mumbai to Colombo?

The median direct flight time from Mumbai to Colombo is 2 hours and 35 minutes, covering a distance of 1526 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration increases significantly to 6 hours and 25 minutes. Travelers should consider these differences when planning their journey to ensure a comfortable travel experience.

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Mumbai to Colombo?

Historically, good prices on flights from Mumbai to Colombo have been frequent. This route is consistently identified as one where favorable deals appear regularly. Travelers can often find competitive pricing when planning their trips between these two cities.

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Mumbai to Colombo: Overview

Insights for flights from Mumbai to Colombo

For travelers looking for cheap flights from Mumbai to Colombo, a meaningful share of itineraries are non-stop, while the rest connect once. Specifically, 48.2% of recent fares were for direct flights. When connecting, the typical itinerary includes 1 stopover.

Right now, fares from Mumbai to Colombo are typically $143–$404, with a median of $174. Current fares are above the typical level. Unfortunately, there were no recent fares classified as a good price.

If you are looking for the cheapest time to fly from Mumbai to Colombo, the data indicates that February is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $136. Other cost-effective months include September and August, both with median fares around $141.

A typical journey from Mumbai to Colombo takes about 2h 35m. This duration represents the median flight time across all itineraries, including those with connections. The route itself covers a distance of 1526 kilometers, classifying it as a medium-haul flight.

How much is a round trip from Mumbai to Colombo

Regular price: $136 - $289

Prices for flights from Mumbai to Colombo are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between 136 USD and 289 USD. The current lowest deal is 242 USD with IndiGo, for travel from Sep 9 to Sep 16.

now $242

Low $136

High $289

The cheapest time to fly from Mumbai to Colombo

The cheapest month to fly from Mumbai to Colombo is February, with a median price of $136. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $470. Prices are generally lower from February to October.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $136

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $470

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Direct flights from Mumbai to Colombo

IndiGo

Last-minute flights going from Mumbai to Colombo

Sun, Jul 26

⌛ Last-Minute

BOM - Colombo

Mumbai (BOM) - Colombo (CMB)

IndiGo

$335

$326

One-way

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

BOM - Colombo

Mumbai (BOM) - Colombo (CMB)

IndiGo

$338

$305

One-way

Tue, Jul 28

⌛ Last-Minute

BOM - Colombo

Mumbai (BOM) - Colombo (CMB)

IndiGo

$336

$291

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

BOM - Colombo

Mumbai (BOM) - Colombo (CMB)

IndiGo

$397

$312

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

BOM - Colombo

Mumbai (BOM) - Colombo (CMB)

IndiGo

$277

$299

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

BOM - Colombo

Mumbai (BOM) - Colombo (CMB)

IndiGo

$340

$320

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Mumbai to Colombo

2 nights

Aug 1 - Aug 3

$397 → $312

21%

2 nights

Jul 28 - Jul 30

$336 → $291

13%

1 night

Jul 27 - Jul 28

$338 → $305

10%

3 nights

Aug 19 - Aug 22

$307 → $280

Popular Airports to fly from Mumbai to Colombo

Mumbai - Colombo route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares above the typical level

Recent fares are above the typical level, with a median price of $242.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically cheapest

Historically, February offers the lowest median prices at $136 for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

2h 35m is the typical flight time

Flights from Mumbai to Colombo typically take 2 hours and 35 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

IndiGo offers direct flights

IndiGo is one airline that offers direct flights on this route.

🏆 Airline highlight

IndiGo: current deal at $242

IndiGo has a current deal for $242, departing September 9 and returning September 16.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent

Deals for flights on this route are frequent, appearing often over a 30-day window.

Mumbai main airports to depart from

Chhatrapati Shivaji International (BOM)

Cheapest

Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport is a good choice for flights from Mumbai to Colombo.

📍 ~2 km from Mumbai (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$238

Colombo main airports to arrive at

Bandaranaike International (CMB)

Cheapest

Bandaranaike International Airport is a good choice for direct flights to Colombo.

📍 ~30 km from Colombo (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$238

Airports nearby Colombo used as alternative

Bandaranaike International (CMB)

Cheapest

Bandaranaike International is the primary international gateway for Colombo, offering the widest range of flight connections.

📍 ~29 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$238

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Colombo

Historically, the optimal time to purchase tickets for flights from Mumbai to Colombo is typically 7-13 days before departure. During this window, the average price observed was $178. Prices tend to be higher for bookings made 28-59 days out, averaging around $368. Even last-minute bookings, within 0-6 days of departure, show an average price of $308, which is significantly higher than the sweet spot.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Mumbai to Colombo is considered to be $143 or less. The median price for this route historically stands at $174. Prices exceeding $404 are typically in the higher range for this route. By aiming for prices at or below the $143 threshold, travelers can confidently secure a favorable deal.

Historically, February has been one of the cheapest months to fly from Mumbai to Colombo, with a median price of $136. September and August also offered competitive prices, both with a median of $141. The annual median price for this route is $174, indicating that these months offer notable savings compared to the yearly average.

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