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Cheapest round-trip
$283
Typical prices: $258-$336
SriLankan Airlines
Wed 11/14Sat 11/17
COK - CMB • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$121
Typical prices: $132-$196
IndiGo
Sun 11/11
COK - CMB • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with SriLankan Airlines. Average duration is 1h 10m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 91% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 12 weeks in advance save around 30% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 14% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $279 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 44m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Kochi to Colombo (COK-CMB)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Kochi to Colombo

Sat, Nov 14 - Tue, Nov 17
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10:15 am - 11:25 amCOK  Kochi-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
1h 10mnonstop
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8:05 am - 9:15 amCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-COK Kochi
1h 10mnonstop
$283SriLankan Airlines
Mon, Nov 9 - Wed, Nov 11
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4:15 pm - 5:25 pmCOK  Kochi-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
1h 10mnonstop
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2:05 pm - 3:15 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-COK Kochi
1h 10mnonstop
$283SriLankan Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Thu, Nov 12
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10:15 am - 11:25 amCOK  Kochi-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
1h 10mnonstop
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2:05 pm - 3:15 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-COK Kochi
1h 10mnonstop
$283SriLankan Airlines
Fri, Feb 19 - Mon, Feb 22
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4:15 pm - 5:25 pmCOK  Kochi-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
1h 10mnonstop
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2:05 pm - 3:15 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-COK Kochi
1h 10mnonstop
$283SriLankan Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Mon, Nov 30
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9:00 am - 10:10 pmCOK  Kochi-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
13h 10m1 stop Chennai
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3:00 am - 8:25 amCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-COK Kochi
5h 25m1 stop Chennai
$299IndiGo
Sat, Feb 6 - Sun, Feb 7
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4:40 pm - 10:10 pmCOK  Kochi-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
5h 30m1 stop Chennai
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12:30 pm - 8:25 amCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-COK Kochi
19h 55m1 stop Chennai
$304IndiGo
Fri, Feb 26 - Fri, Mar 5
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4:15 pm - 5:25 pmCOK  Kochi-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
1h 10mnonstop
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2:05 pm - 3:15 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-COK Kochi
1h 10mnonstop
$304SriLankan Airlines
Fri, Feb 19 - Mon, Feb 22
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4:15 pm - 5:25 pmCOK  Kochi-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
1h 10mnonstop
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2:05 pm - 3:15 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-COK Kochi
1h 10mnonstop
$304SriLankan Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Sun, Nov 15
IndiGo Logo
9:00 am - 10:10 pmCOK  Kochi-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
13h 10m1 stop Chennai
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9:10 am - 9:15 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-COK Kochi
12h 05m1 stop Chennai
$304IndiGo
Fri, Feb 26 - Fri, Mar 5
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4:15 pm - 5:25 pmCOK  Kochi-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
1h 10mnonstop
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2:05 pm - 3:15 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-COK Kochi
1h 10mnonstop
$305SriLankan Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Kochi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Kochi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Round-trip flights from Kochi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport typically range from $258 to $336. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $283, on SriLankan Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kochi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. It’s 7% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 6% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Kochi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

•March is the cheapest month to fly from Kochi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport at $249 round-trip.
•August ($344) and January ($328) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 38% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Kochi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Kochi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport are cheapest 12 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 30% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Kochi to Colombo

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on CMB

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel Leigh

Expert on COK

Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

Key details for Kochi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

$121
Beat the crowds with an average 29% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 39% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Kochi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

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Your Kochi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport 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 Kochi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 10:15 am and lands at 11:25 am
    • Latest: departs at 4:15 pm and lands at 5:25 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 10m.

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Kochi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

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

    A nonstop flight from Kochi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport takes 1h 10m, covering 315 miles.

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

    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 Kochi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Kochi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport range from $258 to $336, with an average of $289 over the past 12 months. Anything below $258 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Kochi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 18% above the $289 route average. Book 12 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, nonstop and layover fares are close on average, with nonstop at $279 round-trip and layover options via Bengaluru Intl (BLR) at $279.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Kochi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    SriLankan Airlines is the only airline operating Kochi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights. 91% of its flights are on time.

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

    The Airbus A320-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by SriLankan Airlines and Thai AirAsia. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 variants.

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

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

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

    One-way fares from Kochi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $133, which is 10% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (CMB)?

    Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (CMB) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $44 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • GREEN MOTION
    • Xdrive Mobility
    • Ace
    • AcaRent
    • SR RENT A CAR

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

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

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Kochi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route, while morning departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Kochi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Kochi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport route, 9% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 18m.

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

    One-stop flights from Kochi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Chennai (MAA) - 87% of one-stop connections
    • Bengaluru Intl (BLR) - 9% of one-stop connections
    • Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl (HYD) - 4% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 13% on flights from Kochi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $269 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $307, a difference of $38.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

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

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Kochi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Flying via Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl (HYD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 44m, compared with 6h 57m via Chennai (MAA) and 8h 28m via Bengaluru Intl (BLR).

  • What popular places can I visit in Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Pettah Market is one of the most viewed places in Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Kochi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport 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 Kochi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport 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 Sunday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Sunday flights average $269, about $38 less than Saturday fares (12% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 12 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 30% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Kochi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport trip for March. Fares historically average $249 round-trip in that month - typically $95 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Bengaluru Intl Airport (BLR) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $279 round-trip on this route - about $0 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from Kochi (Cochin) to Colombo?

 
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Direct departures

Kochi 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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Direct returns

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Kochi

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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