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 flights that included stopovers, the median number of stopovers observed was 1. This indicates that while direct options are common, travelers also frequently encounter itineraries with a single connection. This mix provides various travel options for passengers on this route.

What's the flight time from Mumbai to Colombo?

The typical direct flight from Mumbai to Colombo has a median duration of 155 minutes, which is approximately 2 hours and 35 minutes. For flights that include one stop, the median flight time increases to 385 minutes, or about 6 hours and 25 minutes. The distance covered on this route is 1526 kilometers. Travelers can expect varying durations depending on whether their chosen flight is direct or has connections.

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 classified as one with consistent availability of favorable fares. Travelers can often find competitive deals when planning their trips. This trend has been observed across the trailing 30 days of flight data, indicating a reliable pattern of good pricing for this destination.

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Mumbai to Colombo: Overview

Insights for flights from Mumbai to Colombo

For those seeking cheap flights from Mumbai to Colombo, a meaningful share of itineraries are non-stop, while the rest typically connect once. This means you have options for direct flights from Mumbai to Colombo, with 48.2% of recent fares being non-stop over the last 90 days. The remaining itineraries generally involve 1 stopover.

A typical journey from Mumbai to Colombo takes about 2h 35m, including connections. This duration represents the median flight time across all recent itineraries, providing a realistic expectation for your travel.

Flights from Mumbai to Colombo cover a distance of 1,526 kilometers, classifying this as a medium-haul route. This distance typically allows for a comfortable travel experience.

Right now, fares to Colombo typically range from $143–$404, with a median of $174. Current fares are above the typical level for this route. Over the last 90 days, 0% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding exceptional deals may require careful timing.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Mumbai to Colombo? The most affordable months to fly are February, with a median fare of $136, and September and August, both with median fares of $141. New deals for this route appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find competitive prices.

How much is a round trip from Mumbai to Colombo

Regular price: $143 - $265

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

The regular price range for flights from Mumbai to Colombo is between 143 USD and 265 USD. The current lowest deal is 249 USD with IndiGo, for travel from Oct 25-Oct 29.

now $249

Low $143

High $265

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

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Flights from $136

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $470

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Direct flights from Mumbai to Colombo

SriLankan Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Mumbai to Colombo

Mon, Sep 7

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BOM - Colombo

Mumbai (BOM) - Colombo (CMB)

Air India Limited

$379

$276

One-way

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⌛ Last-Minute

BOM - Colombo

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Air India Limited

$320

$295

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IndiGo

$298

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IndiGo

$282

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Air India Limited

$379

$308

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BOM - Colombo

Mumbai (BOM) - Colombo (CMB)

IndiGo

$371

$311

One-way

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

2 nights

Sep 2 - Sep 4

$379 → $302

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Sep 3 - Sep 4

$375 → $302

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Sep 3 - Sep 5

$375 → $311

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Sep 2 - Sep 5

$374 → $314

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Popular Airports to fly from Mumbai to Colombo

Mumbai - Colombo route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent roundtrip fares from Mumbai to Colombo are above the typical level at $249.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically cheapest

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from Mumbai to Colombo, with a median price of $136.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 2h 35m

The typical direct flight from Mumbai to Colombo takes 2 hours and 35 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Deals are frequent

Deals on flights from Mumbai to Colombo are frequent, with direct options available.

🏆 Airline highlight

SriLankan Airlines offers direct flights

SriLankan Airlines is one of the airlines offering direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Good prices are rare

Historically, good prices for this route are rare, occurring in 0% of cases.

Mumbai main airports to depart from

Chhatrapati Shivaji International (BOM)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~2 km from Mumbai city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$272

Colombo main airports to arrive at

Bandaranaike International (CMB)

Cheapest

Bandaranaike International Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Mumbai to Colombo.

📍 ~28 km from Colombo (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$254

Airports nearby Colombo used as alternative

Mattala Rajapaksa International (HRI)

Mattala Rajapaksa International (HRI) is a viable international alternative, capable of handling large aircraft and international traffic.

📍 ~180 km from Colombo (reachable by car)

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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 outside this period, for instance, tickets bought 28-59 days out averaged $368, and those purchased 0-6 days before departure averaged $308. This trend has been consistent across the trailing 90 days of flight data.

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 can go significantly higher, with the 75th percentile for this route reaching $404. Therefore, if you find a fare at or below $143, it represents a strong value based on past trends.

Historically, February has been the cheapest month 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 overall average. These trends are based on data from the trailing 270 days.

Mumbai to Colombo: Overview

Insights for flights from Mumbai to Colombo

Flights from Mumbai to Colombo cover a distance of 1,526 kilometers, classifying this as a medium-haul route. This distance typically allows for a comfortable travel experience.

How much is a round trip from Mumbai to Colombo

Regular price: $143 - $265

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

The regular price range for flights from Mumbai to Colombo is between 143 USD and 265 USD. The current lowest deal is 249 USD with IndiGo, for travel from Oct 25-Oct 29.

now $249

Low $143

High $265

The cheapest time to fly from Mumbai to Colombo

February

Cheapest

Flights from $136

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $470

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