Flying from Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport (CMB): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport is 3 hours 40 minutes.
Colombo's timezone is UTC+5:30, which is the same as New Delhi.
Each week, there are 28 Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport flights. If you prefer to be on board as early as possible, opt for the 05:10 SriLankan Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the last flight is at 18:45 with SriLankan Airlines.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your DEL to CMB flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month like January? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Air India has direct flights from Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Colombo — and maybe even more of Sri Lanka if time allows.
Air India is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
Air India is the most punctual carrier operating DEL to CMB flights. A dependable 86.89% of its services on this route land as scheduled.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Some great stopovers between DEL and CMB include:
Bengaluru Airport
Hyderabad Airport
Chennai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport (CMB)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport flight is R 2,698. A round-trip ticket right now is R 4,678. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap tickets from DEL to CMB, book your trip three months before your departure date.
August is the cheapest month for flights from Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport. If you prefer to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from DEL to CMB by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport.
Handy information about Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Of the flights that depart from Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport, 63% touch down on time at their destination.
Central New Delhi to Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport is around 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to DEL:
Arriving at Colombo Bandaranayake Airport (CMB)
If you're getting in on a late Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these hotels near CMB:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Colombo Bandaranayake Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion or Sixt and explore beyond Colombo's usual tourist stops.
Booking your vehicle from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport around two weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport (CMB) to central Colombo
Colombo Bandaranayake Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from the centre of Colombo. The drive time takes around 40 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport (CMB)
August is the busiest month for flights from Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Colombo in March.
Lock in your flight from Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport for March if you'd like to explore Colombo during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from DEL to CMB in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) on average.





