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Cheapest round-trip
$332
Typical prices: $313-$360
IndiGo, SriLankan Airlines
Thu 1/11Sat 1/13
CMB - IXM • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$395
Typical prices: $347-$371
SriLankan Airlines
Fri 1/12Sat 1/13
CMB - IXM • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
Every day
You can fly direct with SriLankan Airlines. Average duration is 1h
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When to travel
March
Cheapest • 7% price drop
June
Most popular
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Cheap Flights from Colombo to Madurai (CMB-IXM)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Colombo to Madurai

Mon, Jan 11 - Wed, Jan 13
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3:00 am - 8:35 amCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-IXM Madurai
5h 35m1 stop Chennai
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4:20 pm - 5:15 pmIXM  Madurai-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
0h 55mnonstop
$332Multiple Airlines
Tue, Jan 12 - Wed, Jan 13
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1:25 pm - 6:30 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-IXM Madurai
5h 05m1 stop Bengaluru Intl
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1:50 pm - 1:20 pmIXM  Madurai-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
23h 30m1 stop Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl
$361IndiGo
Tue, Jan 12 - Wed, Jan 13
SriLankan Airlines Logo
8:15 am - 9:15 amCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-IXM Madurai
1h 00mnonstop
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4:20 pm - 5:15 pmIXM  Madurai-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
0h 55mnonstop
$395SriLankan Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Madurai flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Madurai?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Madurai. It’s 6% cheaper than the average day, while Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 3% higher.

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Key details for Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Madurai flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$183
Beat the crowds with an average 61% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 72% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Madurai

When to book flights from Colombo to Madurai

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Your Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Madurai flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Madurai?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Madurai:

    • Earliest: departs at 8:15 am and lands at 9:15 am
    • Latest: departs at 1:40 pm and lands at 2:40 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Madurai?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Madurai.

  • How long is a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Madurai?

    A nonstop flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Madurai takes 1h, covering 220 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Madurai?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Madurai flight?

    Round-trip flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Madurai range from $313 to $360, with an average of $347 over the past 12 months. Anything below $313 counts as a good deal.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Madurai?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $292 round-trip via Chennai (MAA), compared to $358 for nonstop.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Madurai?

    The Airbus A320-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by SriLankan Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320 (sharklets) variants.

  • How are flight departures from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Madurai spread across the day?

    Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Madurai flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Madurai changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route varied from about $332 to $395. That means the highest observed fare was about 18% higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Madurai looking right now?

    One-way fares from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Madurai are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $208, which is 5% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Madurai?

    Flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Madurai usually depart from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB) and arrive at Madurai (IXM).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Madurai pass through?

    Most connecting flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Madurai pass through Chennai (MAA), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Madurai?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 9% on flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Madurai. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $329 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $360, a difference of $31.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Madurai?

    Only SriLankan Airlines operates flights between Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport and Madurai.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Madurai flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • SriLankan Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Madurai flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Monday flights average $329, about $31 less than Wednesday fares (9% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Madurai trip for March. Fares historically average $324 round-trip in that month - typically $60 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Chennai Airport (MAA) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $292 round-trip on this route - about $66 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

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Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Madurai

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Madurai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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