Can I fly direct from Colombo to New Delhi?

Yes, direct flights are available from Colombo to New Delhi. In the trailing 90 days, approximately 59.2% of flights on this route were direct. For travelers opting for connecting flights, the median number of stopovers was typically one.

How long is the flight from Colombo to New Delhi?

The typical direct flight from Colombo to New Delhi takes approximately 3 hours and 35 minutes, covering a distance of 2396 kilometers. Flights with one stopover generally have a median duration of 7 hours and 45 minutes. Travelers should account for these differences in flight time when planning their journey.

How often do Colombo to New Delhi flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the Colombo to New Delhi route have shown frequent drops. This indicates that travelers often have opportunities to find more favorable fares. Price fluctuations are common on this route, making it beneficial to monitor prices regularly.

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2026-10-05 – 2026-10-10
CMB - New Delhi
47% AI deal score
$226
$296
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2026-10-01 – 2026-10-07
CMB - New Delhi
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$218
$298
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2026-10-04 – 2026-10-05
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$227
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2026-07-25 – 2026-07-27
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2026-08-01 – 2026-08-03
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2026-10-03 – 2026-10-06
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2026-10-01 – 2026-10-08
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2026-10-01 – 2026-10-06
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2026-10-08 – 2026-10-12
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2026-10-05 – 2026-10-12
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Colombo to New Delhi: Overview

Insights for flights from Colombo to New Delhi

Right now, only 5% of recent fares from Colombo to New Delhi are classified as a good price. Fares are currently above the typical level for this route. For cheap flights from Colombo to New Delhi, prices typically range from $186–$240, with a median of $197. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find better prices.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Colombo to New Delhi, August stands out with a median fare of $184. Following closely, March offers a median fare of $187, and May presents a median of $191. These months generally offer more favorable pricing compared to other times of the year.

The flight from Colombo to New Delhi covers a distance of 2,396 kilometers, classifying it as a medium-haul route. This distance means you can expect a journey that is neither very short nor extremely long.

A typical journey from Colombo to New Delhi takes approximately 3h 45m, including connections. A meaningful share of itineraries are non-stop, while the rest connect once. This indicates that you have options for both direct travel and itineraries with a single stopover.

How much is a round trip from Colombo to New Delhi

Regular price: $182 - $329

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

The regular price range for flights from Colombo to New Delhi is USD 182 to USD 329. The current lowest deal is USD 288 with IndiGo for travel from Oct 1-Oct 5.

now $288

Low $182

High $329

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

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Last-minute flights going from Colombo to New Delhi

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

CMB - New Delhi

Colombo (CMB) - New Delhi (DEL)

SriLankan Airlines

$271

$323

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

CMB - New Delhi

Colombo (CMB) - New Delhi (DEL)

IndiGo

$375

$348

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

CMB - New Delhi

Colombo (CMB) - New Delhi (DEL)

IndiGo

$378

$355

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

CMB - New Delhi

Colombo (CMB) - New Delhi (DEL)

IndiGo

$417

$383

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

CMB - New Delhi

Colombo (CMB) - New Delhi (DEL)

IndiGo

$428

$384

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

CMB - New Delhi

Colombo (CMB) - New Delhi (DEL)

IndiGo

$362

$340

One-way

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

4 nights

Aug 4 - Aug 8

$389 → $341

12%

2 nights

Aug 2 - Aug 4

$428 → $384

10%

3 nights

Aug 5 - Aug 8

$384 → $341

11%

2 nights

Aug 6 - Aug 8

$385 → $342

11%

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 $288.

📅 Best time to fly

August is historically cheapest

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

⏱️ Flight duration

3h 45m is the typical flight time

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

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are frequent

Direct flights are available on this route, making up 59.2% of recent offerings.

🏆 Airline highlight

IndiGo offers direct flights

IndiGo has direct flights from Colombo to New Delhi, with a recent deal at $288.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Colombo to New Delhi are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

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

Business & First Class Flight Deals to New Delhi

85% AI deal score

$821

$485

Save $336

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to New Delhi

Historically, the best time to purchase tickets for flights from Colombo to New Delhi is within 0-6 days of departure. During this period, the average price was around $217. Prices tend to increase significantly for bookings made 60+ days out, with an average price of $330. For the trailing 90 days, the optimal booking window consistently offered lower fares compared to planning much further in advance.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Colombo to New Delhi was considered to be $186 or less. The median price for this route during the same period was $197. Fares around $240 or higher typically represent the more expensive end of the spectrum 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 fares, with a median price of $187. The annual median price for this route was $197, indicating that prices can vary throughout the year.

Colombo to New Delhi: Overview

Insights for flights from Colombo to New Delhi

How much is a round trip from Colombo to New Delhi

Regular price: $182 - $329

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

The regular price range for flights from Colombo to New Delhi is USD 182 to USD 329. The current lowest deal is USD 288 with IndiGo for travel from Oct 1-Oct 5.

now $288

Low $182

High $329

The cheapest time to fly from Colombo to New Delhi

August

Cheapest

Flights from $184

February

Most Expensive

Flights from $246

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

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Dec