Which is the best airline for flights from Colombo to Mumbai, SriLankan Airlines or IndiGo?

The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Colombo to Mumbai are SriLankan Airlines and IndiGo. With an average price for the route of £200 and an overall rating of 6.8, SriLankan Airlines is the most popular choice. IndiGo is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of £193 and an overall rating of 6.8.

How long does a flight from Colombo to Mumbai take?

Direct flights from Colombo generally make it to Mumbai in 2h 35m . The flying distance between the two cities is 948 miles.

How many flights are there between Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport and Mumbai per day?

Each day, there are 4 direct flights that take off from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport and land in Mumbai, with an average flight time of 2h 38m. The most common departure time is 17:00 and most flights take off at night. Each week, there are 28 flights and there are the same number of flights each day (4).

Which airlines fly most frequently between Colombo and Mumbai?

SriLankan Airlines connects Colombo to Mumbai with 14 flights per week. IndiGo also offers 7 flights per week, while Air India follows with 7 flights per week.

What’s the earliest departure time from Colombo to Mumbai?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport at 09:40 and will be landing in Mumbai at 12:15.

Which airlines fly direct between Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport and Mumbai?

There are 3 airlines that fly direct from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Mumbai. They are: Air India, IndiGo and SriLankan Airlines . The cheapest price of all airlines flying this route was found with IndiGo at £107 for a return flight. On average, the best prices for this route can be found at Air India.

Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Colombo to Mumbai?

Emirates, and flydubai offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Colombo to Mumbai flight route.

Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Colombo to Mumbai?

The Airbus A320neo is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Colombo to Mumbai flight route.

Which airline alliances offer flights from Colombo to Mumbai?

Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Colombo and Mumbai, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

On which days can I fly direct from Colombo to Mumbai?

There are direct flights from Colombo to Mumbai on a daily basis.

How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Colombo to Mumbai?

KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Colombo to Mumbai.

How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Colombo to Mumbai?

KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Mumbai from Colombo is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Colombo to Mumbai?

Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Mumbai with an airline and back to Colombo with another airline.

What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Colombo to Mumbai?

Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Mumbai from Colombo up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport and Mumbai?

There are 3 cabin class options for the route. These are Business, Economy and Prem Economy . Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Colombo to Mumbai?

In the past 5 days, the cheapest return tickets from Colombo to Mumbai were found on IndiGo (£195) and SriLankan Airlines (£219).

What are the most popular airlines flying to Mumbai?

The most popular airline among KAYAK users flying to Mumbai is SriLankan Airlines, followed by Air India and IndiGo.

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Thu, 22 Oct - Thu, 29 Oct

22:00 - 00:50CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

2h 50mdirect

05:40 - 08:10BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

2h 30mdirect

£195IndiGo

Tue, 6 Oct - Tue, 13 Oct

21:55 - 00:50CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

2h 55mdirect

06:10 - 08:45BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

2h 35mdirect

£206IndiGo

Sun, 20 Sep - Sun, 27 Sep

17:15 - 19:50CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

2h 35mdirect

20:40 - 23:10BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

2h 30mdirect

£219SriLankan Airlines

Mon, 28 Sep - Wed, 30 Sep

16:05 - 18:45CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

2h 40mdirect

06:10 - 08:40BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

2h 30mdirect

£222Air India

Thu, 22 Oct - Thu, 29 Oct

22:00 - 00:50CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

2h 50mdirect

05:30 - 13:15BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

7h 45m1 stop Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl

£225IndiGo

Sun, 20 Sep - Sun, 27 Sep

05:00 - 13:25CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

8h 25m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

12:40 - 15:05BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

2h 25mdirect

£246Air India

Tue, 6 Oct - Tue, 13 Oct

07:25 - 14:50CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

7h 25m2 stops Chennai Bengaluru Intl

11:40 - 17:25BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

5h 45m1 stop Chennai

£260Multiple Airlines

Mon, 28 Sep - Wed, 30 Sep

09:45 - 02:50CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

17h 05m2 stops Chennai Bengaluru Intl

04:55 - 11:30BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

6h 35m1 stop Chennai

£283Multiple Airlines

Thu, 21 Jan - Thu, 11 Feb

23:40 - 02:10CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

2h 30mdirect

20:50 - 23:20BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

2h 30mdirect

£620SriLankan Airlines

Thu, 21 Jan - Wed, 10 Feb

23:40 - 02:10CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

2h 30mdirect

03:10 - 05:35BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

2h 25mdirect

£622SriLankan Airlines

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KAYAK’s insights & trends for Colombo to Mumbai flights

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How much is a return flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Mumbai?

Flight prices are typical for this route right now.

Flights to Mumbai from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport usually cost between £173 and £203 in October.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £195 on IndiGo (22 Oct–29 Oct).

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Colombo to Mumbai?

If you are looking for a flight deal from Colombo to Mumbai, look for departures on Sundays and avoid leaving on a Thursday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Mumbai, Friday is the cheapest day to fly and Wednesday is the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Mumbai?

The cheapest month for flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Mumbai is November, where tickets cost £166 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and August, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £222 and £218 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Mumbai?

No, with an average price for the route of £204, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

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What is the cheapest flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Mumbai?
In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Mumbai was £124 for a one-way ticket and £195 for a return.
Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Colombo to Mumbai?
Emirates, and flydubai offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Colombo to Mumbai flight route.
Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Colombo to Mumbai?
The Airbus A320neo is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Colombo to Mumbai flight route.
Which airline alliances offer flights from Colombo to Mumbai?
Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Colombo and Mumbai, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.
On which days can I fly direct from Colombo to Mumbai?
There are direct flights from Colombo to Mumbai on a daily basis.
Which is the best airline for flights from Colombo to Mumbai, SriLankan Airlines or IndiGo?
The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Colombo to Mumbai are SriLankan Airlines and IndiGo. With an average price for the route of £200 and an overall rating of 6.8, SriLankan Airlines is the most popular choice. IndiGo is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of £193 and an overall rating of 6.8.
How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Colombo to Mumbai?
KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Colombo to Mumbai.
How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Colombo to Mumbai?
KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Mumbai from Colombo is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.
What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Colombo to Mumbai?
Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Mumbai with an airline and back to Colombo with another airline.
What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Colombo to Mumbai?
Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Mumbai from Colombo up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Looking for a cheap flight from Mumbai to Colombo? 25% of our users found flights on this route for £432 or less one-way and £251 or less round-trip.

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