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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Mumbai Airport to Colombo? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $472. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Colombo.$432 per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 May, returning Tue, 2 Jun.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Mumbai on Sat, 30 May, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 2 Jun, arriving in Mumbai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $432, select.

Colombo.$441 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Sep, returning Thu, 8 Oct.Return flight with SriLankan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with SriLankan Airlines departs from Mumbai on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound direct flight with SriLankan Airlines departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, 8 Oct, arriving in Mumbai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $441, select.

Colombo.$448 per passenger.Departing Fri, 28 Aug, returning Sun, 6 Sep.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Mumbai on Fri, 28 Aug, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sun, 6 Sep, arriving in Mumbai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $448, select.

Colombo.$448 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Sep, returning Mon, 7 Sep.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Mumbai on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 7 Sep, arriving in Mumbai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $448, select.

Colombo.$448 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Jun, returning Wed, 1 Jul.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Mumbai on Wed, 24 Jun, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, 1 Jul, arriving in Mumbai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $448, select.

Colombo.$448 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Jun, returning Tue, 9 Jun.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Mumbai on Fri, 5 Jun, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 9 Jun, arriving in Mumbai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $448, select.

Colombo.$449 per passenger.Departing Fri, 8 May, returning Wed, 1 Jul.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Mumbai on Fri, 8 May, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, 1 Jul, arriving in Mumbai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $449, select.

Colombo.$450 per passenger.Departing Sun, 12 Jul, returning Thu, 30 Jul.Return flight with SriLankan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with SriLankan Airlines departs from Mumbai on Sun, 12 Jul, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound direct flight with SriLankan Airlines departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, 30 Jul, arriving in Mumbai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $450, select.

Colombo.$453 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 Aug, returning Mon, 31 Aug.Return flight with SriLankan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with SriLankan Airlines departs from Mumbai on Sat, 1 Aug, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound direct flight with SriLankan Airlines departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Mumbai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $453, select.

Colombo.$454 per passenger.Departing Fri, 24 Apr, returning Wed, 29 Apr.Return flight with SriLankan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with SriLankan Airlines departs from Mumbai on Fri, 24 Apr, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound direct flight with SriLankan Airlines departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, 29 Apr, arriving in Mumbai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $454, select.

Colombo.$454 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Jul, returning Mon, 3 Aug.Return flight with SriLankan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with SriLankan Airlines departs from Mumbai on Tue, 28 Jul, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound direct flight with SriLankan Airlines departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 3 Aug, arriving in Mumbai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $454, select.

Colombo.$454 per passenger.Departing Fri, 24 Apr, returning Fri, 1 May.Return flight with SriLankan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with SriLankan Airlines departs from Mumbai on Fri, 24 Apr, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound direct flight with SriLankan Airlines departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Fri, 1 May, arriving in Mumbai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $454, select.

Colombo.$455 per passenger.Departing Sat, 19 Dec, returning Thu, 7 Jan.Return flight with SriLankan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with SriLankan Airlines departs from Mumbai on Sat, 19 Dec, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound direct flight with SriLankan Airlines departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, 7 Jan, arriving in Mumbai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $455, select.

Colombo.$455 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Mar, returning Tue, 16 Mar.Return flight with SriLankan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with SriLankan Airlines departs from Mumbai on Tue, 2 Mar, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound direct flight with SriLankan Airlines departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 16 Mar, arriving in Mumbai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $455, select.

Colombo.$455 per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Dec, returning Tue, 15 Dec.Return flight with SriLankan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with SriLankan Airlines departs from Mumbai on Sun, 6 Dec, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound direct flight with SriLankan Airlines departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 15 Dec, arriving in Mumbai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $455, select.

Colombo.$455 per passenger.Departing Sat, 31 Oct, returning Mon, 9 Nov.Return flight with SriLankan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with SriLankan Airlines departs from Mumbai on Sat, 31 Oct, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound direct flight with SriLankan Airlines departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 9 Nov, arriving in Mumbai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $455, select.

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Mumbai to Colombo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$216
Cheapest month to fly	September
Average flight time	2 hrs, 34 mins
Most popular airline	Air India
Average flights per week	71

Finding cheap flights from Mumbai to Colombo: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in Colombo?

There are 5 airports in Colombo: Kelaniya, Colombo Ratmalana, Colombo Bandaranayake, Bentota River, and Katugastota.

How much are return flights from Mumbai to Colombo?

The best price we found for a return flight from Mumbai to Colombo is $433. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Mumbai to Colombo?

2 hours and 34 minutes is the average flight time from Mumbai to Colombo.

Which airlines fly direct from Mumbai to Colombo?

Air India, SriLankan Airlines and KLM fly direct from Mumbai to Colombo.

How many flights are there a week from Mumbai to Colombo?

As of April 2026, there are 71 flights per week flying from Mumbai to Colombo.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Mumbai to Colombo?

The cheapest month to fly from Mumbai to Colombo is usually May.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Colombo?

If you're flying from Mumbai Airport, the cheapest airport near Colombo is Colombo Bandaranayake – which is 27.5 km away from the centre of Colombo. We've found flights into this airport from $433.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Mumbai Airport to Colombo on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Mumbai Airport to Colombo on Saturday, 30 May 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Mumbai Airport to Colombo?

Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 34 minutes.

How can I get the best flight deal from Mumbai Airport to Colombo?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Colombo but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Colombo?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Colombo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

What’s the weather like in Colombo?

In April, the average temperature is usually around 28°C. May is typically the warmest month in Colombo, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 25°C. The rainiest month is November.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Mumbai Airport to Colombo with?

Currently, IndiGo offers the cheapest flight tickets to Colombo.

Flying from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) to Colombo: what you need to know

Approximately 2 hours 35 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Colombo.
Colombo and Mumbai (where Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport is located) are in the UTC+5:30 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
The busiest route is from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB). You can select from 30 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from BOM to CMB is the 03:10 SriLankan Airlines service. If you'd rather travel later, the final departure is at 20:45 with SriLankan Airlines.
To avoid missing your BOM to Colombo flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as August, it's wise to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during high season in general.
Start your trip at BOM and fly straight to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB). That will be your arrival point when searching for Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Colombo tickets.
You can choose from various airlines offering direct flights from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Colombo, such as:
We make it simple to book plane tickets from BOM to Colombo with a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
- Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
- Chennai Airport (MAA)
- Coimbatore International Airport (CJB)
Located around 13 kilometres from the centre of Mumbai, BOM can be reached in about 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Searching for a hotel close to BOM? If you're catching an early flight from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Colombo, these accommodation options put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
When it comes to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 61.63% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.

How to find the cheapest flights from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) to Colombo

$216 is currently the best price for a one-way Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Colombo flight. A return flight ticket starts at $432. These fares may change based on availability.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from BOM to Colombo if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
Scoring cheap tickets from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Colombo is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to get the best prices across the month and walk away with a fantastic deal.
Picking up a cheap flight from BOM to Colombo is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll notify you as soon as a better deal is available.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Colombo by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'

Airports in Colombo

Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)

Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) to central Colombo takes about 40 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 16 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes if you're using public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Colombo, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near RML:

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

Once your flight from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Colombo has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in about 40 minutes by car. Central Colombo is roughly 32 kilometres from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB).
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 1 hour 30 minutes or so.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to CMB. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your BOM to Colombo flight:
Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion and Sixt make picking up a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car easy and quick. These trusted providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Avoid potential price surges. Securing your ride two weeks ahead of your arrival at CMB will help you stay within budget.

Best time to go to Colombo

Plan your trip to Colombo during high season if you like a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices may be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Colombo in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Lock in a Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Colombo flight ticket with a departure in March if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 24ºC to 33ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BOM to Colombo in January when temperatures average between 22ºC and 32ºC.

More about Colombo

Once you've booked your flight from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Colombo, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Colombo:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall, Gangaramaya Temple and Viharamahadevi Park are attractions you won't want to skip in Colombo.

Explore more of Sri Lanka

Colombo has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Sri Lanka waiting to be explored. Around 306 kilometres north of Colombo, a visit to Jaffna will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library.
Around 241 kilometres north-east of Colombo, Trincomalee is another favourite stop in Sri Lanka. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Koneswaram Temple, Fort Frederick and Marble Beach.