How many flights from New Delhi to Colombo are non-stop?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 53.2% of flights from New Delhi to Colombo were non-stop. For flights that included stopovers, the median number of stopovers was 1. This indicates that a significant portion of travelers on this route have historically had the option for direct travel.

How many hours is the flight from New Delhi to Colombo?

The typical direct flight from New Delhi to Colombo has a median duration of 3 hours and 35 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median travel time increases to 7 hours and 0 minutes. The total air distance covered on this route is approximately 2396 kilometers. These durations reflect historical travel times.

Are there frequently good prices on flights from New Delhi to Colombo?

Historically, good prices on flights from New Delhi to Colombo have been frequent. This route consistently offers competitive fares. Travelers can typically find favorable pricing options when planning their trips, based on trends observed over a 30-day period.

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New Delhi to Colombo: Overview

Insights for flights from New Delhi to Colombo

Right now, fares for flights from New Delhi to Colombo are significantly above the typical level, with only 10% of recent fares classified as a good price. Prices typically range from $175 to $312, with a median of $201 over the last 90 days. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find more favorable prices for your trip.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from New Delhi to Colombo, the cheapest time to fly is generally during the months of July, with a median fare of $171. Following closely are August and September, both offering median fares of $179. These months present the most budget-friendly options compared to the overall median.

A typical journey from New Delhi to Colombo takes approximately 5h 40m, including connections. While a meaningful share of itineraries are non-stop, the rest connect once. This median duration accounts for both direct flights and those with a single stopover, providing a realistic expectation for your travel time.

The route from New Delhi to Colombo covers a distance of 2396 kilometers, classifying it as a medium-haul flight. This distance means you can expect a comfortable travel experience, balancing the convenience of a shorter journey with the opportunity to reach a distinct international destination.

How much is a round trip from New Delhi to Colombo

Regular price: $211 - $433

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

The regular price range for this route is between $211 and $433. The current lowest deal is $298 with SriLankan Airlines, for travel from Oct 7-Oct 17.

now $298

Low $211

High $433

The cheapest time to fly from New Delhi to Colombo

The cheapest month to fly from Delhi to Colombo is July, with a median price of $171. The most expensive month is January, with a median price of $3952. Prices are generally lower from March to November.

July

Cheapest

Flights from $171

January

Most Expensive

Flights from $3,952

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Direct flights from New Delhi to Colombo

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Last-minute flights going from New Delhi to Colombo

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

DEL - Colombo

New Delhi (DEL) - Colombo (CMB)

IndiGo

$343

$310

One-way

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

DEL - Colombo

New Delhi (DEL) - Colombo (CMB)

IndiGo

$341

$310

One-way

Tue, Jul 28

⌛ Last-Minute

DEL - Colombo

New Delhi (DEL) - Colombo (CMB)

IndiGo

$344

$310

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

DEL - Colombo

New Delhi (DEL) - Colombo (CMB)

IndiGo

$405

$360

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

DEL - Colombo

New Delhi (DEL) - Colombo (CMB)

IndiGo

$403

$361

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

DEL - Colombo

New Delhi (DEL) - Colombo (CMB)

IndiGo

$380

$354

One-way

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

5 nights

Oct 25 - Oct 30

$372 → $322

13%

4 nights

Oct 23 - Oct 27

$372 → $322

14%

3 nights

Aug 1 - Aug 4

$405 → $360

11%

7 nights

Oct 23 - Oct 30

$365 → $322

12%

Popular Airports to fly from New Delhi to Colombo

New Delhi - Colombo route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares from New Delhi to Colombo are above the typical level at $298.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in July for the best prices.

Historically, July is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $171.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 5h 40m.

The typical direct flight duration from New Delhi to Colombo is 5 hours and 40 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

53.2% of recent flights are direct.

53.2% of recent flights from New Delhi to Colombo are direct, with frequent deals available.

🏆 Airline highlight

SriLankan Airlines offers direct flights.

SriLankan Airlines is a direct carrier on the New Delhi to Colombo route.

🎯 Booking tip

Good prices are available 10% of the time.

Historically, good prices (below $175) for this route are available 10% of the time.

New Delhi main airports to depart from

Indira Gandhi International (DEL)

Cheapest

Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) is a great option for flights from New Delhi to Colombo.

📍 ~20 km from New Delhi (reachable by car or metro)

💸 Flights from ~$289

Colombo main airports to arrive at

Bandaranaike International (CMB)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~30 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$289

Airports nearby Colombo used as alternative

Bandaranaike International (CMB)

Cheapest

Consider Bandaranaike International as it is the primary international gateway for Colombo with wide flight connections.

📍 ~20 km from Colombo (reachable by car, but expect heavy traffic).

💸 Flights from ~$289

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Colombo

Historically, the optimal time to purchase tickets for flights from New Delhi to Colombo has been within 0-6 days of departure. During this period, the average price was $206. Prices tend to increase significantly further out, with tickets bought 7-13 days in advance averaging $362. For travelers planning ahead, prices for bookings made 60+ days out were typically around $244, based on data from the trailing 90 days.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from New Delhi to Colombo was considered to be $175 or less. The median price for this route was $201. Prices typically started to rise above $312 for the more expensive fares. These figures are based on historical price trends over a 90-day period.

Historically, July has been the cheapest month to fly from New Delhi to Colombo, with a median price of $171. August and September also offered competitive prices, both with a median of $179. The annual median price for this route was $201. These trends are based on data collected over a 270-day period.

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