How many flights from Colombo to Mumbai are non-stop?

Across the trailing 90 days, approximately 53% of flights from Colombo to Mumbai have been non-stop. For flights that include stopovers, travelers typically experience one stop. This means that direct options are frequently available for this route, making it easier to find a non-stop journey.

How long is the flight from Colombo to Mumbai?

A direct flight from Colombo to Mumbai typically takes about 2 hours and 40 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median travel time extends to approximately 6 hours and 55 minutes. The air distance between these two cities is 1526 kilometers. Travelers can expect a significantly shorter journey when opting for a non-stop service.

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

Historically, good prices on flights from Colombo to Mumbai have been frequent. This route is classified as having frequent good deals. Travelers can often find favorable fares when planning their trips between these two cities, based on data from the trailing 30 days.

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Colombo to Mumbai: Overview

Insights for flights from Colombo to Mumbai

For flights from Colombo to Mumbai, a meaningful share of itineraries are non-stop, while the rest typically connect once. Over the last 90 days, 53% of recent fares were for direct flights from Colombo to Mumbai. If you opt for a connecting flight, you can expect one stopover.

When considering cheap flights from Colombo to Mumbai, fares right now are above the typical level. Prices for this route typically range from $177 to $234, with a median of $190. Currently, only 10% of recent fares are classified as a good price.

To find the cheapest time to fly from Colombo to Mumbai, consider traveling in April, when the median fare is $176. Other affordable months include August, with a median fare of $181, and September, with a median fare of $182.

A typical journey from Colombo to Mumbai takes approximately 5h 15m, including connections. This route covers a distance of 1,526 kilometers, classifying it as a medium-haul flight.

How much is a round trip from Colombo to Mumbai

Regular price: $161 - $262

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

The regular price range for this route is between 161 USD and 262 USD. The current lowest deal is 240 USD with IndiGo, for travel from Jul 27-Jul 28.

now $240

Low $161

High $262

The cheapest time to fly from Colombo to Mumbai

The cheapest month to fly from Colombo to Mumbai is April, with a median price of $176. The most expensive month is February, with a median price of $232. Prices are generally lower from March to September.

April

Cheapest

Flights from $176

February

Most Expensive

Flights from $232

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Direct flights from Colombo to Mumbai

Air India Limited

Last-minute flights going from Colombo to Mumbai

Tue, Jul 28

⌛ Last-Minute

CMB - Mumbai

Colombo (CMB) - Mumbai (BOM)

IndiGo

$337

$320

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

CMB - Mumbai

Colombo (CMB) - Mumbai (BOM)

Air India Limited

$280

$278

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

CMB - Mumbai

Colombo (CMB) - Mumbai (BOM)

SriLankan Airlines

$249

$288

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

CMB - Mumbai

Colombo (CMB) - Mumbai (BOM)

IndiGo

$326

$322

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

CMB - Mumbai

Colombo (CMB) - Mumbai (BOM)

IndiGo

$346

$339

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

CMB - Mumbai

Colombo (CMB) - Mumbai (BOM)

SriLankan Airlines

$225

$281

One-way

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

3 nights

Aug 7 - Aug 10

$341 → $308

10%

2 nights

Aug 21 - Aug 23

$302 → $285

3 nights

Jul 28 - Jul 31

$337 → $320

4 nights

Aug 21 - Aug 25

$299 → $289

Popular Airports to fly from Colombo to Mumbai

Colombo - Mumbai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Colombo to Mumbai are above the typical level for the route.

📅 Best time to fly

April is historically the cheapest month

Historically, April is the cheapest month to fly from Colombo to Mumbai, with a median price of $176.

⏱️ Flight duration

Median flight time is 5h 15m

The median flight time from Colombo to Mumbai is 5 hours and 15 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are available

53% of recent flights from Colombo to Mumbai are direct, with Air India Limited offering direct routes.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air India Limited offers direct flights

Air India Limited has offered direct flights on the Colombo to Mumbai route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Colombo to Mumbai are frequent, appearing often in recent months.

Colombo main airports to depart from

Bandaranaike International (CMB)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~30 km from Colombo (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$234

Mumbai main airports to arrive at

Chhatrapati Shivaji International (BOM)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~$234

Airports nearby Mumbai used as alternative

Pune (PNQ)

Pune (PNQ) is a viable alternative for Mumbai due to its proximity and infrastructure, with good road and rail links.

📍 ~120 km from Mumbai (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$271

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Mumbai

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$385

$336

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Mumbai

Historically, the lowest average prices for flights from Colombo to Mumbai have been found when booking 0-6 days before departure, with an average price of $203. Booking 7-13 days out typically sees prices around $228. Prices tend to be higher for bookings made 60+ days in advance, averaging $313. This suggests that last-minute booking within a week of travel has often yielded more favorable fares across the trailing 90 days.

Across the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Colombo to Mumbai has historically been $177 or less. The median price for this route has been $190. About 75% of travelers typically find prices at or below $234. These figures can help you gauge whether a particular fare is a good deal.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Colombo to Mumbai have been April, August, and September. During April, the median price was $176, while August and September saw median prices of $181 and $182 respectively. The annual median price for this route is $190, indicating that these months typically offer prices below the yearly average. These trends are based on data from the trailing 270 days.

Colombo to Mumbai: Overview

Insights for flights from Colombo to Mumbai

A typical journey from Colombo to Mumbai takes approximately 5h 15m, including connections. This route covers a distance of 1,526 kilometers, classifying it as a medium-haul flight.

How much is a round trip from Colombo to Mumbai

Regular price: $161 - $262

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

The regular price range for this route is between 161 USD and 262 USD. The current lowest deal is 240 USD with IndiGo, for travel from Jul 27-Jul 28.

now $240

Low $161

High $262

The cheapest time to fly from Colombo to Mumbai

April

Cheapest

Flights from $176

February

Most Expensive

Flights from $232

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